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What’s It Like Getting A Tetanus Shot? Here’s My Experience + Answers To Your Questions About Lockjaw And Tetanus Vaccines

I recently had to get a tetanus shot… even as a healthy adult! Here’s why you would need to get a tetanus vaccine, what it’s like, and the symptoms of lockjaw. And in case you’re wondering… yes, even if you were vaccinated as a child against tetanus, you still need to get a tetanus shot as an adult!

What Is A CT Scan? Does A CAT Scan Hurt? Is It Dangerous? What’s Different About A CT Scan With Contrast?

CT Scan

Getting a CAT scan soon? Nervous? Don’t know what to expect? I recently had my first CT scan with contrast. See what it was like, the difference between MRI and CT scan, what CT scan prep is like, and how long a CAT scan takes. I attempt to answer all your questions about CT scans — so you’ll have a better idea of what to expect when you have your first CAT scan!

CLENPIQ Colon Prep Review: A New Colonoscopy Prep Drink That’s Easy To Use & Tastes Better!

CLENPIQ Colon Prep

My first colonoscopy a few years ago required drinking 1 gallon of a nasty tasting solution. This year, my colonoscopy prep drink was CLENPIQ instead. See why I love this new colon prep drink — it’s SO much better than other bowel prep drinks!

How Can You DIE From The Flu? Here’s How… What You Need To Know About The Flu Virus And Flu Shot

Flu Shot

It’s not just people with compromised immune systems that are dying from the flu. See all of the ways the flu can kill an otherwise healthy person. Thinking of getting a flu shot? Here’s what you need to know — who should & shouldn’t get it, popular flu shot myths, flu shot side effects, and where to get cheap (or free) flu shots!

Got Gephyrophobia? Some Helpful Tips From A Former Phobic For Getting Over Your Fear Of Bridges

Scared of crossing bridges — either in a car or on foot? You may have Gephyrophobia. I had a similar fear and overcame it on my own without professional help. See how I did it… maybe these same tips will help you get over your bridge phobia too!! These are very simple things you can do to gradually minimize your fear of bridges.

How To Stop Stuttering: 4 Proven Tips From A Former Stutterer

Want to know how to stop stammering and how to cure stuttering once and for all? I stuttered until I was 22 years old. After about 1 year of trying different things, I finally learned how to stop stuttering forever. Take it from this former stutterer, there are some rather simple techniques to stop stuttering — all it takes is consistency and patience. Here’s what worked for me.

Prop 65 Cancer & Birth Defect Warnings: Should You Really Be Worried About Them?

Have you bought any products that had a California Prop 65 warning label on them? I don’t live anywhere NEAR California, yet I’ve seen a slew of them! Here’s what the Proposition 65 warning means, why it’s on so many products, and which chemicals are on the Prop 65 list.

What Is It Like To Donate Blood? A Step-By-Step Guide To Donating Blood For The First Time

Donate Blood

I bet you’ve wondered what it’s like to donate blood if you haven’t done it yet. Here’s my story, including tips, what I learned about donating blood, and what you should eat beforehand. Grab your pen and paper and get ready to take some notes from my personal experience of donating blood for the first time.

Nervous About Getting Blood Work Done? Here’s What You Can Expect + My 5 Best Tips For A Quick And Easy Blood Test

Getting Blood Drawn

Having blood work done soon? I once had a fear of needles, but now I don’t. It’s not a painful process for most. Here are my best tips for getting through a blood test.

5 Proven Holiday Weight Loss Tips To Help You Quickly Shed That Holiday Weight In The New Year

Holiday weight loss tips and advice from a guy who’s kept off the holiday weight but still loves his pies! My best tips to help you quickly lose weight for the New Year.

Obamacare vs Private Health Insurance: See Why I Switched From Obamacare To Private Insurance Coverage

Obamacare Versus Private Insurance

The decision to choose Obamacare or private health insurance is a tricky one. Which is the right health care plan for you? Some things I’ve learned might help you decide.

10 Easy Ways To Walk 10,000 Steps A Day

I walk 10000 steps a day. If you’ve got a fitness tracker, I bet that’s your goal too. Here are some ways you probably haven’t thought of to get more steps in.

Have A Weird Skin Spot? (Me Too.) Here’s How A Dermatologist Does A Skin Biopsy To Determine If It’s Cancerous Or Not

Skin Spot Removed

A simple skin biopsy is usually the best way to determine if a strange looking spot is skin cancer or not. Here’s what it’s like to have a biopsy.

Have A Pollen Allergy? 5 Ways To Avoid Pollen & Alleviate Your Outdoor Allergy Symptoms

Avoid Pollen

I have a pollen allergy. If you do too, then you’ll appreciate these 5 simple things you can do to avoid pollen – inside and outside of your home.

Processed Meat & Cancer: Can Eating Red Meats And Cured Meats Really Cause Cancer?

Cured Meats

If you have a pronounced risk of colon cancer like me, you might wonder if eating processed meat & cancer go hand in hand. Here’s a list of meats to avoid.

5 Weird Facts About Your Body Explained…. Like Why Your Fingers Get Wrinkly In Water & Why You’re Taller In The Morning

weird facts body

If you like weird facts as much as I do, then you’ll appreciate these 5 human body facts that are almost too strange to believe. Trust me, they’re true!

Nervous About Getting A CT Scan? Anxious To Hear The Results? 5 Ways To Cope With Scanxiety

CT Scans Anxiety

If you’re anxious about getting a CT scan, these tips from someone who’s been there with scanxiety might help. Here’s how to worry less over your CT scans!

8 Ways To Stay Awake Without Caffeine… Personally Tested By Me!

I am a caffeine lover — I almost said “junkie” but of course, that has a negative connotation. I have recently felt the need to cut back on caffeine and If you want to stay awake without using caffeine like me, here are 8 clever and effective ways to stay alert that don’t involve guzzling coffee, cola, or power drinks.

Healthy Fast Food Options At Popular Drive-Thru Restaurants

Nothing beats a home-cooked meal but there is such a thing as healthy fast food. If you go through the drive-thru as much as I do, you’ll appreciate these 7 healthy fast food options. Here’s a list of the healthiest menu items at fast food restaurants and their nutritional info.

Fun Ways To Burn Calories! 4 Easy Outdoor Activities & Games That Help You Stay In Shape

Outdoor Activities

A healthy dose of fun! 4 outdoor activities & games that can be enjoyed by all ages. Burn calories in your own backyard. Staying fit has never been so fun.

How To Get Obamacare: 5 Tips That Make It Faster & Easier To Get Obamacare Health Insurance

How to Get Obamacare

Wondering how to get Obamacare insurance… fast? Here are my own tips & tricks, as a freelancer who used the insurance marketplace for the first time.

Stevia Sweetener: What Is Stevia? Is It Safe? Can It Help You Diet?

what is stevia

What is stevia? It’s a natural sugar substitute! Here’s what you need to know about the safety of stevia products, plus how to make stevia sweetener at home

Organic Desserts: 4 Delicious Organic Desserts You Can Find At Grocery Stores

Looking for organic desserts that are easy to make and delicious, too? Here are 4 great organic dessert items you can find in your local grocery store.

Got Indoor Allergies? 8 Surprising Places Indoor Allergens Are Hiding In Your Home

indoor allergens

You’ll be shocked at all the places indoor allergens are lurking around your house. See what might be causing your allergy symptoms & how to eliminate them.

Sitting All Day At Work? 5 Unique Things You Can Do To Avoid Desk Job Health Risks

Do you have an office job? Sit behind a computer for a living? You can avoid the most common desk job health risks with these 5 simple tips.

Are Early Cancer Screenings Right For You? How Early Cancer Detection Could Save Your Life

early cancer screenings

Can early cancer screenings help save your life? Yes. If cancer runs in your family, getting screened at a young age may help you avoid getting cancer.

How To Prevent The Flu: 5 Flu Prevention Tips You Need To Know!

Trying to avoid the flu this year? These flu prevention tips have kept me from getting the flu for the past 3 seasons. They’ll help you too!

5 Easy Ways To Avoid Seasonal Allergies

seasonal allergies

Are you tired of seasonal allergies? So am I. Here are 5 tips that have helped me cope with my seasonal sneezes and wheezes.

Are You Eating GMO Foods? The Risks And How To Avoid Them

GMO foods

Do you know if you’re eating GMO foods? Find out what the common GMO ingredients are, the potential health risks, and what brands to buy so you can avoid eating GMO food products.

Top Diabetes Support Groups If You Have Diabetes Or Pre-Diabetes (Impaired Glucose Tolerance)

When I learned I was close to having pre-diabetes (also known as impaired glucose tolerance), I started looking to diabetes support groups for information on how to avoid becoming diabetic. Here’s where you can find the help you need to prevent pre-diabetes.

My Personal Obesity Story: How I Got The Weight Off Without Yo-Yo Diets

obesity story

How did I go from weighing 265 pounds to dropping down to a lean, mean 175 – without yo-yo dieting, throwing out every last trace of sugar, or opting for bypass surgery? Read my story about my obesity travails and triumphs to learn more.

Cancer Support Groups: The Cure For Isolation, Confusion During The Fight Of Your Life

Cancer support groups

Whether you have cancer or you know someone who does, cancer support groups are the place to turn for answers to your questions, information about treatment options, and to meet those who have been through similar circumstances.

4 Easy Tips For Losing Weight

Losing weight is never an easy battle, but having waged the war victoriously a few years ago, I was able to remove 90 pounds from my body. Here are 4 tips that will make reaching your weight loss goals even easier.

5 Best Ways To Relieve Stress During Your Commute

It takes me almost an 1 hour to drive to work. This long, daily drive has inspired me to find several ways to relieve stress while commuting. Here are 5 techniques that have helped me reduce stress during my commute. I bet they’ll help you too.

Proven Tips for Avoiding Job Fatigue

job fatigue

There are many ways to reduce the aggravation of job fatigue, so here a few tips that I would like to share to make your day in the cubicle less physically burdensome.

Easy Tips for Avoiding High Fructose Corn Syrup in Your Food

Avoiding high fructose corn syrup in your diet? Here are a few easy ways to avoid the corn-based sweetener that has been linked to health problems and has even been called a highly dangerous toxin.

My Weight Loss Story: How I Dropped 90 Pounds And Kept It Off

Weight loss stories can be both educational and inspirational. With my weight loss story, I aim to do the same – telling people how I lost 90 pounds and kept it off with relatively simple lifestyle changes.

Getting a Colonoscopy – My Experience

getting a colonoscopy

Getting a colonoscopy wasn’t all peaches and cream (I couldn’t even eat those when I was prepping for the exam), but with cancer throughout my family, I gained peace of mind, all while losing a few pounds in the process.

Colonoscopy Guidelines – Do You Need a Colonoscopy?

colonoscopy guidelines

It’s important to follow colonoscopy guidelines so you can reduce your risk for one of the most preventable forms of cancer in the colon.

5 Healthy Fast Food Choices For People On The Go

healthy fast foo

I’ve already lost a lot of weight & don’t want to gain it back! Here are 5 healthy fast food choices that I make every time I pull up to a drive-thru window

Surefire Tips for Portion Control That Helped Me Lose Weight

portion control

I dropped below 200 pounds after changing my eating habits. Here are the 3 portion control tips that helped me to lose weight.

Trying To Lose Weight? 10 Ways To Squeeze In A Workout When You Don’t Have Time

Want to lose weight? Trying to adopt a healthier lifestyle? Think you’re too busy to workout? Try these 10 easy ways to get a little exercise every day!

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LynnetteProfessionally, I pursued my Masters Degree in Family Therapy at Texas Tech -- where I obtained invaluable expertise and experience helping people with a wide variety of physical and emotional health issues. Personally, I think it's useful when people realize that they're not the only one going through a difficult time. So any time that I think my personal health experiences would be helpful to someone else going through the same thing, I will share my story here. With health issues that I've personally experienced (like Endometriosis, Lyme Disease, Hysterectomy, Skin Cancer, Ganglion Cysts, Autism, and other topics that very few people enjoy talking about) and health products that I've found beneficial (like sleep aids, essential oils, and medications)... I do my best to provide my own raw and honest firsthand experiences that I think others would appreciate hearing about and (hopefully) find helpful. I'm grateful that I have a number of friends who have also been willing to share their very personal stories here -- regarding their own physical and emotional health. When I'm not writing about health topics, you will find me sharing Good News & Fun Times as publisher of The Fun Times Guide (32 fun & helpful websites).

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JoshuaI want everyone to live their best life... for as long as possible. So I often write about the health screenings that we all should be getting -- to help catch potential health issues early. (Yes, I get my screenings too.) I also share my knowledge and experience with specific health problems that I am personally familiar with.

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