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We've all heard the saying that the sign of a healthy dog is a wet nose, well that's also the case for humans. Did you know that persistent dry nose and sinuses can make you more susceptible to viral and bacterial infections? Yes, it's true. Not only is a dry nose uncomfortable, but our nose and nasal passages are among the body's first lines of defense against viral and bacterial infections. Our noses are built to defend our body from germs and infections and are lined with a mucous membrane, which consists of small hairs called cilia. These cilia beat...

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Contrary to popular belief, drinking water all day long may not be the best way of hydrating throughout the day. I know you might be in disbelief, but studies have shown that drinking water throughout the day can cause over-hydration and have little impact on your body. According to David Nieman, a professor of public health at Appalachian State University, consuming plain water without any other food or nutrients tends to flow right through the digestive system. You might be wondering why? That's because proper hydration isn't about how much water you consume and is much more about absorption, which...

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Let's face it, persistent dry mouth isn't ranked on the list of medical conditions that are considered severe illnesses, but if you have ever woken up in the morning with a sore throat, numbness on your tongue and cottonmouth, you know how uncomfortable it can be. Dry mouth also known as xerostomia in medical terms results from an inadequate production saliva. While it is not a disease, dry mouth is a common symptom of a medical disorder or a side effect that occurs from medications, such as antihistamines, decongestants, pain killers, diuretics, and many others. Saliva plays a critical role...

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More than 4 million Americans suffer from dry eyes experiencing frequent bouts of redness, burning and blurred vision with little option other than turning to expensive eye drops and other topical medications to prevent the discomfort caused by dry eyes. Many of these costly solutions hurt your pocketbook while relieving symptoms only temporarily. But did you know that consuming a proper diet can help to relieve symptoms of dry eyes naturally, saving you money while boosting your health? Here are some tips that can help to prevent dry eyes and boost your health. Because each one of us has a...

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Yes, proper hydration and eye health are connected. Just like much of our bodies, our eyes are made up mostly of water. With water being an essential component in our eyes, it should be no surprise that dry eyes can be caused by dehydration and lead to vision-related problems such as redness, burning, scratchy eyes, sensitivity to light, watery eyes, blurred vision, and eye fatigue. About 83% of the interior of our eyeballs are filled with a jellylike substance called vitreous humor, and it's made up of 98% water. The other 17% is filled with a liquid called aqueous humor....

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