Benefits of including legumes in high-fiber diet plans

Benefits of including legumes in high-fiber diet plans

Along with adequate fluid, including a high-fiber diet plan is extremely important for a properly functioning digestive system. However, by adding high-fiber foods to our diet, we can lower the risk of various diseases such as strokes, regulate blood sugar level, control weight, reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, type-2 diabetes, etc.  Legumes are an excellent source of fiber; they include beans, lentils, different types of peas, nuts, and seeds.
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Should you take antibiotics for a runny nose

Should you take antibiotics for a runny nose

A runny nose can cause discomfort Antibiotics have been hailed as one of the effective solutions for all mucus-related illnesses. If you’ve been relying on them too much, here’s why you should reconsider. They Are Not a Runny Nose Remedy Antibiotics are not a remedy for your runny nose. Although research has shown that antibiotics are effective in relieving symptoms of cold and flu, they don’t necessarily eliminate the virus from your system.
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Lifestyle tips to prevent disability

Lifestyle tips to prevent disability

Disabilities are not always by birth. A number of disabilities, which happen among the elderly, is because of unhealthy choices that are made in the youth. According to recent research, people who make unhealthy choices are twice at risk of developing disabilities in their advanced years. So here are some lifestyle tips that can help you prevent the disability from happening:
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What is a Stair Lift?

What is a Stair Lift?

A stair lift (also chair lift) is a motorized device used to carry people up and down a staircase. It enables people with limited mobility to use the stairs with ease. The device consists of a chair, backrest, two armrests and a footrest. It is either operated by battery or electricity.
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What are the Different Types of Stair Lifts?

What are the Different Types of Stair Lifts?

Stair lifts (also known as chair lifts) are mechanical chairs or devices that help people use the stairs. It helps people with mobility problems to use the stairs without any problem. The device consists of a seat, armrests and a footrest. Some chairs also come equipped with seatbelts for added safety.
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A brief overview of the catch-up immunization schedule for children

A brief overview of the catch-up immunization schedule for children

For all those who have missed out or delayed in vaccinating their children at the right time, the catch-up child vaccine schedule by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides the necessary details. This schedule is specifically meant to vaccinate at minimum intervals between doses for the children who were not vaccinated at the right time.
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Immunization schedule for infant and growing toddlers

Immunization schedule for infant and growing toddlers

Health is wealth. It is essential to provide immediate attention for those suffering from any kind of diseases. This is where vaccines play the lead role in eradicating deadly diseases for the betterment of the community at large. And as every parent, you would want to protect your children from certain diseases.
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A brief overview of the vaccine for children initiative

A brief overview of the vaccine for children initiative

For those who can’t afford to pay for vaccines, the government provides the same at no cost. The Vaccine for Children (VFC) program is a federal initiative started in 1963. This initiative aims to immunize children who have no health insurance through both the private and public sectors. Essentially, this initiative is meant for children below the age of 19 who are uninsured, underinsured, Medicaid eligible, and an American Indian or Alaska native.
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