A ruptured eardrum is usually only painful for those first few minutes and if it’s not, then you should read our section on symptoms below. But just because the pain and symptoms only last a short while doesn’t mean that you’re safe to go about life like normal as it heals. In fact, there are…
Using a fan during the night can be useful and even essential in very hot climates or during warm periods. Some people sleep with a fan on every night, and claim it helps them get a better night’s sleep. The cooling breeze and white noise a fan emits can be incredibly comforting and help regulate…
After suffering from a knee injury, recovery is essential. No matter the success of the surgery, if you don’t follow the strict advice of your surgeon, you may fail to get better. Most doctors recommend using a knee brace or knee immobilizer while in recovery. But most of the time, following the doctor’s guidance sounds…
Whether fasting or going for long hours without eating before bed, many people tend to go to bed on an empty stomach in the last few years (1). Some do it for their health, others to lose weight, or based on their spiritual beliefs. Whichever is the cause, sleeping hungry can be part of the…
Medical issues require unique treatments: from the right medication to the proper environment to get well sooner. So let me start by giving you a quick answer to a question many ask – can you use regular mattresses for hospital beds? Well, yes, you can, but most of the time, doctors won’t approve of this…
Often, when our bodies do weird things they do so for a good reason, namely survival. Waking up with an oily face is no exception. The body produces oil to protect us from dehydration, limiting the amount of water we lose through our skin. Overnight we are more prone to losing water. A build-up of…
Piercing your ears is always an amazing experience, regardless of whether you’re doing it for the first time or simply love piercings. Of course, it hurts a little at first and takes some time to heal, but the result is a stylish and fashionable accessory that you can flaunt around without a problem. The healing…
The couch is often the centre-point of our homes, the comfy corner where we go to relax and unwind. People often associate it with peace, calm, family time, and fun activities like watching your favorite show or playing games. With this in mind, it’s no wonder that you may begin to sleep better on the…