Kidney Care Facts

Kidney Care Facts

The basic function of a kidney is to filter wastes through the blood, regulate blood pressure, and maintain a balance of salt and minerals. When kidneys fail to function, the following symptoms take effect: nausea, swelling in ankles, insomnia, shortness of breath,...
Foot Care for Diabetics

Foot Care for Diabetics

While it may be unheard of to some, there is a correlation between diabetes and potential foot problems, some most severe such as amputation. According to the American Diabetic Association, diabetes can create numbness in limbs by damaging nerves or limiting the blood...
Save Your Skin from Skin Cancer

Save Your Skin from Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer there is, especially for the beach culture we have in Southern California nearly all year around.  The fact is, if you have had a history of sunburn, chances are you are at a higher risk of developing skin cancer....
Living with Arthritis

Living with Arthritis

The first step to living with arthritis is to understand what arthritis is and the cause to prevent further deterioration.  Arthritis is a disorder of the joint. With over one hundred different types of arthritis, the cause varies on the type of arthritis you may...