Back Pain is Common Other than the common cold, back pain is a primary reason why people visit the doctor or go to see an orthopedist – and why wouldn’t it?  Our back is the core of our body, and we move it for just about every activity. Fortunately, 90% of people experience acute back pain, meaning it will go away within a matter of days or weeks. The other 10% of back pain is chronic, and is typical for those suffering with a disorder. Regardless, symptoms between the two are similar and range from shooting or stabbing pain to...

Stubborn Acne Acne is one of the most common condition that affect nearly 90% of people around the world, and everyone has probably experienced its unwanted arrival at least once in their lives. One of the most annoying things many could agree is that the condition is persistent and does not go away no matter what crazy methods we try. It helps to understand the root cause of your acne as it varies for many. Depending on the cause, pimples can contribute to other illnesses and may be linked to: Insulin resistance (Type II Diabetes) PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) Hypothyroidism...

Heal the Mind, Heal the Body  There is plenty of debate concerning willpower and the effect it has on disease. When sickness comes, it is hard to push away all the negative thoughts – in fact, the idea is completely unrealistic. Still, those who continue to remain as positive as they can through such an event (or any for that matter) seem to know how to cast those feelings to the side and enjoy all the good in their lives. These blissful thinkers tend to be in the healthiest of conditions as well. It may sound too good to be...

The Beauty of Couples There is nothing more beautiful than celebrating the union of two wonderful people who are in love.  Sometimes, it can be hard to think of the perfect gift, even if you know one or both personally. Other times you are aware of excellent gift ideas, but want to give something that remains without your personal budget. These days, couples have registries open that  prevent their invited guests from thinking what would be good for them by telling them a list of things they feel they need. Of course, this is also perfect, but there are some...

The Beginnings of Amber While Baltic Amber is dubbed as a gemstone, it is actually made from fossilized resin from pine trees, and it has been around for thousands of years. Not only has it been around for a long time, amber in itself takes just as long to be created from the trees. It is not possible to plant a pine tree today, and expect it to transform into amber within a few months or years. Amber is a craft and gift given to us for use from another period. This may answer the question for some who wonder...

All About Ear Infections There is no such thing as a "little" injury; even something as small as a paper cut can be painful. Infections of the ear are no different, and its appearance can be a challenge to deal with throughout the day. Ear infections may be of bacterial or viral origin, and often occur due to allergies, a cold, sinus infections, mucous buildup or swollen tonsils, although other factors exist. The ear is also connected to the teeth and jaw, and occasionally, if an injury or infection were to occur in any of these areas, such as tooth...