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For people dealing with foot pain or shoes that are lacking support, there’s an easy (and affordable) way to make shoes more comfortable. All it takes is slipping in a quality over-the-counter insole. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

During stressful or uncertain periods of time, it’s only natural for us to feel a bit more on edge, anxious or depressed. For people who are struggling, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, also known as MBCT, may help. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

Sciatic pain stems from a problem with the sciatic nerve that runs from the lower back down to the hips and glutes and each leg. Stretching can loosen up the muscles that are contributing to nerve compression or irritation. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

Quercetin is in a class of metabolites known as “flavonoids,” a natural ingredient that can be found in many different fruits, vegetables and plants. As a flavonoid, quercetin is also an antioxidant. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

While some stress on occasion is normal, it can disrupt many things in our lives, including our body’s natural hormone balance. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

The blood type diet is a theory that everyone’s blood type is a unique cellular fingerprint that determines everything from an individual’s predisposition to illness to which foods to eat and even how to exercise. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

Dysgeusia is a medical condition where a person loses the sense of taste, or can’t taste properly. COVID-19 isn’t the only medical condition that might cause your sense of taste to disappear. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

People with low vision or visual impairment can’t reach 20/20 vision even with glasses, contact lenses, or treatment. These tips can help make it easier to protect vision and function as well as possible for those with a visual impairment. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

Childhood rashes are common, but that doesn’t mean they don’t freak parents out any less. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

Sticking out our tongue at someone can have many meanings, from being silly to a sign of disgust. But sticking out our tongue can also give you important clues about our health. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

Sinus infections, or acute sinusitis, can put a real damper on a person's day—or weeks—so they’re nothing to sneeze at. Unfortunately, almost 31 million Americans experience sinus infections each year. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

Pregnancy can be complicated, no matter a person's age. Healthy pregnancies are still very common after age 35. However, some changes come with advanced maternal age that are important to be aware of. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

Vegetarianism, veganism and other forms of plant-based diets are becoming more appealing and accessible to people these days, thanks to greater access to fresh produce, options in restaurants and a growing number of plant-based alternatives. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

Do you wear your heart on your sleeve? Do you feel and experience the world—people, lights, sounds, art, music, movies—more deeply and profoundly than others around you? In many cases, this personality trait can be a superpower. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

We’ve all seen the seemingly too-good-to-be-true advertisements and social media ads that claim extreme or quick weight loss results. Unfortunately, no pill, powder or food is a magical cure. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

Keeping our brains sharp and memories strong becomes a big deal as we age. We try everything. But what if there’s a pill that could give our brains an extra boost? Prevagen, an over-the-counter (OTC) supplement, claims to do just that. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

In a home fire, a matter of seconds could be the difference between life and death. This is why a properly installed smoke alarm or detector can offer an important head start. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

Today, screens are a big part of how teens and tweens learn and have fun. This generation is among the heaviest users of digital devices like computers, tablets and phones. But there’s a growing problem – digital eye strain or computer vision syndrome. bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…

Here are some surprising, but normal, things to expect during second trimester of pregnancy. Learn more: bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog…