General Article

Most people have routines that they follow each day. You probably do the same thing almost every morning and each evening, probably without even thinking about it. While routine is not always considered a good thing, there are some routines that you should be doing every single to in order to keep your mind and body as healthy as possible. 

Skin Care

As you age your skin starts to lose elasticity. Although you probably don’t have the same skin problems you did when you were a teenager, it is just as important as ever to take care of your largest organ. If you aren’t sure where to start, visit a dermatologist to help you find out what kind of products will work best for your skin type. Everyone is different, so what works for one person may not be right for you. 

Dental

You’ve probably heard the importance of flossing … Read more

Getting kids to eat their vegetables can be challenging. Parents have heard lots of tricks about hiding the healthy stuff in different ways, but sometimes it just can’t be done. There’s really no way around it, kids need to eat vegetables. Here are some ways you can incorporate them into meals that your child may not even notice. 

Veggie Tots

Replacing regular french fries or tator tots with veggie tots instead is a great way to keep a meal kid friendly while still ensuring your child gets proper nutrition. You can usually find these in the freezer section at your grocery store, or you can find recipes online to make your own. Some of the popular options are broccoli, cauliflower or zucchini. 

Broccoli Crust Pizza

Most kids would eat pizza every night if you let them. You can let them have it more often now with broccoli crust pizza. These … Read more

The thyroid gland is important to your overall health and metabolism as well as your mental health in general. The thyroid gland helps run your metabolism, kind of as if your metabolism is the engine in a car when it turns on. A slower metabolism makes it hard to lose weight also causing fatigue and a general feeling of weakness. Brain fog is a symptom of hypothyroidism because brain fog will make you feel very tired. When your body does not put out enough thyroid hormone you have hypothyroidism, and you have trouble losing weight.

Having a slower metabolism causes a slower heart rate as losing weight has to do with a fluid build-up that happens as a result of the slower heart rate. Hypothyroidism causes feelings like you to have weak muscles, constipation, feeling cold, and can also cause major cognitive problems from brain fog, and symptom is why … Read more

Studies have shown that a cluttered and disorganized work environment can easily lead to increased levels of stress and frustration. If your office is not arranged in a way that allows employees to function at their best, then it can create an environment where tensions are always high. To avoid this, now is a great time to think about how you can improve your mental health by organizing your office in the right ways.

Clear It Out

First, you want to get rid of anything you can. Go through desks, closets, and storage spaces and see what is simply collecting dust on the shelves. There are probably piles of useless papers stored all around your workspace. Get everyone to recycle unimportant documents and be sure to shred any paperwork containing sensitive information. Taking this step helps you get the process started and can boost your spirits to tackle the rest.… Read more

Of course, medical and hospital tools must be properly sterilized to prevent contamination between patients. Dental tools must also be properly sterilized. Within just a few steps, dental instruments can be prepared for sterile use with patients. Sterilization requires careful attention to several steps.

1. Protective Wear

Before getting started, be sure to have the right clothing that protects you from splatters. This may include sterile gloves, scrubs, shoe covers, and even goggles.

2. Thorough Cleaning

As soon as dental procedures are complete, the instruments must be cleaned. Remove any debris with appropriate brushes and gauze pads. You may need to use an approved cleanser. Clean each tool individually. Rinse them thoroughly before preparing them for time in an autoclave.

3. Decontamination

Before tools can be sterilized, they must be thoroughly cleaned and decontaminated. This is best done in an area that has been designated for this process. While moving … Read more