Lactose is the sugar found in milk and other dairy products. Children and adults who are lactose intolerant do not have enough lactase, which is the enzyme needed to digest the milk sugar. This condition is different from a [...]

In years past, it was almost unheard of for a baby to be allergic to milk, eggs, or peanuts. But food allergies are becoming increasingly common. No one knows why for certain, but there are precautions you can take [...]

Have you experienced some clothing concerns because of changes in figure in recent years? As we age, certain body changes occur. A good diet, exercise, mental and physical activity, and genetics play a part, but to some extent, everyone experiences physical changes. These changes in body contour, weight distribution and posture influence clothing selections. Mature [...]

What are sexual problems?
Sexual problems prevent a person or couple from enjoying sexual activity. Sexual problems may develop gradually over time or may start suddenly. They include problems like not being interested in sex, not being excited about sex, being unable to have sex, or not being able [...]

Health-Related Behaviors
Nearly 40% of deaths in America can be attributed to smoking, physical inactivity, poor diet, or alcohol misuse-behaviors practiced by many people every day for much of their lives. Adopting healthy behaviors such as eating nutritious foods, being [...]

There are many misconceptions about seniors. Out of all age groups, older people have been the most misunderstood, especially on an intellectual level. Young people adhere to the belief that old people cannot learn new things; you can’t teach [...]