Author: James Anderson

Researchers have also suggested that red wine, in particular, might protect the heart, thanks to the antioxidants it contains. Alcohol is also a known risk factor for atrial fibrillation, which is an abnormal heart rhythm in one of the chambers of the heart, the left atrium. In atrial fibrillation, rather than pump blood into the […]

When babies have seborrheic dermatitis, it’s called cradle cap. You may find it on the skin of a baby’s scalp, eyelids, nose, and groin area. Cradle cap normally clears up on its own by the time the baby is 8 to 12 months old. Try putting mineral or vegetable oil on the baby’s scalp for […]

Recovering from the effects of Molly (MDMA) is a crucial step towards reclaiming one’s health and well-being. Recognizing the need for recovery is the first and essential step in this journey. In this section, we will explore the signs that indicate the need for recovery, the difference between recreational use and addiction, and the importance […]

A greater decrease in heart rate in ethanol treated rats compared with control rats during β-adrenoreceptor blockade with propranolol indicates that the ethanol treated rats had an increased sympathetic activity. An increase in sympathetic activity is consistent with impairment of the baroreceptors that, when activated, inhibit the sympathetic nervous system[45,47]. It is important to note […]

Having a co-occurring mental health condition and exposure to environmental factors can also increase the risk of developing a crack addiction. Crack is a freebase form of cocaine that is processed using water and either ammonia or baking soda, until it forms a rock crystal that can be smoked. Crack cocaine is also known as […]

It is inadvisable to try to deal with this problem alone, as this situation can greatly deteriorate. Professional healthcare advisors in alcohol rehab facilities know how to deal with alcohol cravings and are in the best position to prescribe the right drugs to curb alcohol cravings. Some small clinical studies have shown it can reduce […]

It can affect your heart, brain, lungs, gut, and kidneys as well as your emotional health and daily life — especially if you become addicted. Research suggests that certain communities may be more prone to using drugs, including cocaine. For example, those who identify as LGBTQ are more than twice as likely to use illicit […]

On the other hand, they study also underscores the presence of risk factors within certain religious communities where excessive alcohol may be use, tolerates, or even encourages. Understanding these nuances is crucial for public health initiatives and interventions aimed at reducing alcohol related problems within specific religious contexts. The association between drinking alcohol and one’s […]

In addition to friends and family, a group of other sober individuals can be critical. Those you meet in rehab, aftercare groups or local outpatient programs can help you stay connected to sobriety and remind you of the importance of staying clean. While staying clean isn’t easy and the temptations to use may never go […]

Sleep medications are sold over the counter or prescribed by a physician. Prescription sleep medications, called hypnotics, help people fall asleep more quickly. Using the drug during pregnancy may result in fetal abnormalities. Almost 15 percent of Americans have tried coke, and 6 percent of high school seniors have gotten high from the drug. But […]