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  • Do These Things and Stop Your Migraine Before it Starts!

    Do These Things and Stop Your Migraine Before it Starts!

    Are migraines taking the joy out of your day? Are you not able to concentrate on conversations or enjoy time outside? When you suffer from intense migraines it can change you into a different person. That’s why it’s so important to identify your triggers and the best solution to provide you with relief. Here are some of the most common triggers and treatments for chronic migraines.

    Common Triggers

    The first step to ridding your life of migraines is to prevent them from starting in the first place. This advice may seem like common sense, but with there being such a wide variety of causes it’s important that you determine the cause for yourself.

    Many people who get migraines notice certain foods can be the trigger.

    Heavily Processed foods, Alcohol, Refined sugar and caffeine (or the lack of) are some common dietary culprits. Keeping a food and drink diary for a week can help you to understand if there’s a pattern between your diet and your migraines.

    Stress can be another common trigger. There are many different approaches to reducing stress. It’s worth your time to try remedies like meditation, essential oils and listening to calming music.

    Light sensitivity is one of the most commonly reported symptoms of migraine sufferers. Extended exposure to harsh lighting can further exacerbate mild headache symptoms. If you feel a migraine coming on it’s a good idea to take a break from staring at computer or phone screens. These sources emit blue-green light wavelengths that have been shown to affect the chemistry of the brain.

    Stay Hydrated

    Many headaches are caused by dehydration. If this is true of yours, a great preventative action could be to try to stay well-hydrated. Keep a reusable bottle for water with you during your job or during class. This will allow you to drink water when you’re thirsty and help to keep you hydrated throughout the day. Make sure to refill it between classes or on breaks from the job.

    Find Relief With Triptans

    Triptans are medications that were designed specifically to combat extreme migraine symptoms. Triptans work primarily by constricting blood vessels and blocking the brain’s pain receptors. These are primarily taken by people who are experiencing infrequent but intense migraines.

    Triptans are available in pill, injection and nasal spray varieties. Typically, people who want relief from extreme migraines but don’t get them often enough to merit full preventative regiments opt for triptans. Those at risk for heart attacks and strokes are urged to not take triptans.

    Migraines and Botox

    We’ve all heard of Botox. It is most commonly known as the secret weapon that has been keeping generations of smooth foreheads in Hollywood. What you may not know, however, is that Botox has been successfully bringing great relief to those who suffer from chronic migraines for years. Since Botox was approved to treat chronic migraines in 2010, an excruciating number of patients are reporting great success. The FDA has only approved Botox for those suffering from chronic migraines. What does this mean? You must have 15 or more days of headaches each month. You must also be 18 years or older. Does this sound like you?

    Reduce Stress Like a Pro

    Another option is to listen to calming music throughout the day if your school or work is conducive to this. Consider adopting a mantra, a personal saying, that you can repeat throughout the day to help calm yourself. Other calming techniques include deep-breathing exercises, short jogs while between classes or during breaks, and doing yoga or tai chi before or after school or work.

    Essential oils can also be used to naturally reduce stress. Lavender is an essential oil that the scientific community is currently experimenting with for the relief of stress, anxiety and migraines.


  • Follow These Simple Hacks and Watch the Weight Melt Off!

    Follow These Simple Hacks and Watch the Weight Melt Off!

    So, you want to drop a few pounds? What if we told you it’s easier than you think? You can literally drop up to a pound per week by simply replacing the ultra-processed foods that come out of bags, boxes or cans for similar DIY options!

    More specifically, you can shed weight by reducing 500 calories a day, or about a pound’s worth of calories each week, all while eating the same foods you love.

    Did you know that Americans get nearly 60 percent of their daily calories from eating processed foods? Shocking, we know. We took a look at a study conducted by National Institutes of Health.

    Results Are In:

    Participants spent two weeks indulging in ultra-processed foods, resulting in gaining about a pound of weight each week. Ouch! They then spent another two weeks eating the same exact foods, but this time they were unprocessed. What were the results? You guessed it – they dropped a pound each week!

    The only difference was that instead of heading to the middle isles of the grocery store, which are stocked with ultra-processed foods that come out of bags, boxes or cans, they shopped for healthier, unprocessed options.

    Undeniable Health Benefits

    While the meal prep time increased by an average of 15-20 minutes, the health benefits far outweighed the processed options. Not only did they lose up to a pound each week, but their overall health improved greatly. Lower cholesterol levels, lower sodium levels, increased energy, and overall mood were some of the benefits reported.

    The best part? The participants all noted that they found both diets to be equally delicious! They also reported they preferred to continue with the healthier options rather than the ultra-processed options.

    Misleading Nutrition Labels

    While it may be easy to fall victim to misleading nutrition labels claiming to offer “fat-free” options, this is far usually far from the truth. Next time you hit the grocery store, skip the frozen dinners and opt for a healthier, do it yourself version from the produce section. Your health and waistline will thank you!


  • Cash in BIG With the Right Personal Injury Lawyer

    Cash in BIG With the Right Personal Injury Lawyer

    Did you suffer a terrible injury? Is your family now struggling to make sure all the bills are paid? This is the time to evaluate your options. If you plan on hiring a personal injury attorney there are numerous factors you need to take into consideration. We’ve put together a must-read checklist of things to consider when finding the right lawyer for your case.

    Why Hire an Attorney

    The main reason to get a personal injury attorney is to make sure that you and your family is taken care of. It may be tempting to choose to work things out on your own, but this almost always doesn’t work out in the plaintiff’s favor. With a serious injury, there are expenses you may incur throughout your life. Often the responsible party will not take these into consideration and only offer to cover the immediate damages.

    In some cases, the offending party will outright refuse responsibility and offer you no resolution except to speak with their lawyer. This is where you absolutely need to hire a lawyer to represent you in your case. A personal injury attorney can help you negotiate the legal system and understand how your injury may affect you throughout your life.

    Specialty is Key

    The practice of law has become highly specialized. Finding an attorney with experience isn’t enough. Experience practicing law in the correct area of specialization is key. Just like you don’t want a general practice doctor performing your surgery, you don’t want a general practice lawyer handling your case. A doctor may know the basics, but if you compare them to a practiced surgeon, the results you’ll get are night and day.

    Ask the Right Questions

    You want to speak to more than one lawyer in order to make sure you find someone who will be a good fit. In order to do that you need to know what questions to ask.

    How long have you been in practice?

    How long have you practiced personal injury law?

    Do you normally represent plaintiffs or defendants?

    Do you have previous experience in cases with the company I’m bringing my suit against?

    Will you be the lawyer handling my case? This may seem like a silly question, but oftentimes a larger law firm will assign the majority of the grunt work to paralegals and new attorneys. This can improve your bottom line by not have more senior attorneys handling routine tasks.

    How are They Getting Paid

    Many personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. In other words, the more you’re awarded, the more they earn. However, if the possible amount you stand to earn won’t be enough to cover the lawyer’s fees, it’s still possible for you to hire them on an hourly basis to advise you on your case.

    You can always ask friends and family who are involved in law about what to do. However, when it comes to representation, that route is often discouraged. You want a lawyer who will impartially look at your case. Also, should you have an undesirable outcome, you don’t want to see the person who reminds you of that outcome on a regular basis.

    Your Lawyer’s Opinion

    It’s a good idea to skip lawyers that happen to tell you what you want to hear. You want representation that’s going to give you the candid truth. Not an attorney that’s going to tell you only what you want to hear. They will offer you guidance on things like the possible length of the litigation, how much your case may be worth and an honest opinion of the chances you’ll receive the settlement you. desire


  • Maximize Your Car Accident Settlement With These 5 Insurance Insider Tips

    Maximize Your Car Accident Settlement With These 5 Insurance Insider Tips

    An accident can bring a ton of questions: Who is at fault? Who pays for my car damage? Who will pay for my medical bills? How much should I get for pain and suffering? Can I ask the insurance company to reimburse me for lost wages? Will my insurance rate go up? An experienced attorney can be extremely helpful in negotiating the chaotic and confusing world of insurance claims and settlements, and they don’t get paid until you do!

    Knowing what to do after a car accident can be confusing, especially if you’ve been injured. Legally, you have the right to file a car accident claim against the at fault party. You can go after compensation for your losses, but it isn’t an easy process. That’s why we’re providing you with five tips for maximizing your recovery after a car accident:

    1. Get Medical Attention

    After your car accident, regardless of how bad the damage, the best action you can take for yourself and your recovery is to get medical attention right away. Even minor crashes can result in injuries, but symptoms don’t always appear right away. Your doctor will be able to examine you and determine the extent of your injuries. You’ll be able to use your medical records and hospital bills to prove the car wreck had a significant and negative impact on your life. You should also follow the doctor’s recommendations for your treatment. If you neglect to do so, the insurance company can claim your injuries were not as bad as you described them to be.

    2. Keep Records

    It is no secret that it’s a good idea to try to take pictures of the wreck. Record what you can remember about what happened, make note of the damage sustained to your car, and document your initial injuries as well as the recovery process. Keep all medical records from your doctor, including bills, doctor’s notes, diagnostic reports, etc. If a police report was made after the collision occurred, it’s important to obtain that as well. When you file your claim and request a compensation amount, you’ll have the evidence you need to prove why you’re deserving of the full amount.

    3. Car Accident Attorney

    It can be a challenge to file a car accident claim, that’s why many people decide to work with an auto accident attorney. They’ll be able to build a strong claim on your behalf to help you recover financially. Along with the information you give them with about your accident, they’ll have the resources and connections to have their own investigation that proves you were harmed as a result of the at fault party’s negligence. The best part? They usually don’t get paid until you do.

    4. Don’t Accept First Offer

    Once you’ve submitted a car accident claim to your insurance company, an adjuster will review the information and give you an offer. It’s rarely in your best interest to accept the first. Before speaking with an adjuster, have an idea of how much your accident-related bills add up to. Your lawyer will be able to help you come up with a fair compensation amount. What your insurance company offers you is almost always less. Once you accept an offer, there’s no going back to ask for more compensation. That’s why it’s so important that you understand the negotiations process.

    5. Negotiate

    Your attorney will be able to help you negotiate a full and fair settlement. They will build a strong case that proves why you’re deserving of the compensation you request. Your lawyer will be able to emphasize points in your favor and will make sure that you receive everything in writing, so there are no questions regarding who said what and when. Recovering after a car accident that wasn’t your fault can be difficult. But if you keep the tips above in mind, you’ll increase your chances of maximizing your compensation and be able to get your life back in order and move on from the crash.


  • Medicare: How to Get Dental Coverage

    Medicare: How to Get Dental Coverage

    Roughly a quarter of people over 65 claim they haven’t seen the dentist in over five years. That’s a horrible statistic, and one that needs to be addressed. Dental health is incredibly important to your body’s longevity and your overall wellness. Opting to skip out on the dentist is a surefire way to miss changes in your health and even find your teeth slipping into poor health with cavities and gum degradation.

    As you get older, your dental health only becomes more important. If you’re worried about the cost of dental coverage, maybe you’re looking to find coverage through Medicare. Unfortunately, there is no straightforward way to get dental health coverage through Medicare, as the federal program doesn’t really support dental coverage. What does it cover, then?

    What Part A Covers

    Medicare Part A can cover some emergency dental procedures that are received at a hospital. These must be defined as “emergency or complicated” procedures, and they have to be deemed “necessary” by a doctor at the time the procedure is undertaken. In these very narrow cases, Medicare Part A will be able to cover the procedure.

    The section of Medicare that covers this type of coverage, Section 1862 (a)(12) of the Social Security Act, hasn’t been updated at all since 1980. However, it deems that specific dental procedures can be covered. An example provided would be a jaw reconstruction required as a result of an accident, such as a car accident. This doesn’t cover normal dental surgeries like root canals, even in situations where the patient is in extreme discomfort.

    Preparation

    The only other time that Part A could cover a dental procedure would be if a patient needed an oral examination in relation to a kidney transplant or a heart valve replacement. This would only come up if hospital dental staff performed the examination. This is a highly unusual case, and more of a corner case than actual dental coverage.

    Another rare instance when Part A might cover medical expenses would be in the instance that required an extraction in preparation for a radiation treatment for certain neoplastic issues in the jaw. In short, this just means that some tumor-growth related diseases that are located near the jaw have procedures covered by Medicare.

    What Part B Covers

    Part B could also cover oral exams related to heart valve replacements or kidney transplants, in certain cases. Namely, if a general physician conducts the oral exam, instead of hospital dental staff, Part B would cover the exam instead of Part A. That being said, there are actually more rules about what Part B won’t cover in regards to dental health than what it will cover.

    Specifically, this means that any medical services that would replace, remove or otherwise give attention to teeth can’t be covered. This includes pre-denture tooth pulling and normal dental procedures. Likewise, Part B explicitly doesn’t cover any procedures related to teeth or supporting teeth structures unless treatment of them is for a non-dental condition.

    What This Means

    This means, in short, that there is no real dental coverage offered through Medicare. If you’re retirement-age and in need of dental medical attention, you can’t get any help through Medicare. In the case of someone who is older, on a fixed-income and in need of a dentist, their best option would be to go through open enrollment in October to find health insurance that covers dental procedures.

    Other options could include trying to find budget dental coverage online, or speaking with local dentist’s offices to see if any of them have advice on how to proceed with dental issues that need attention.


  • New iPhone 2019: Leaks, Rumors, And Everything We Already Know About the iPhone 11

    New iPhone 2019: Leaks, Rumors, And Everything We Already Know About the iPhone 11

    New iPhones for 2019 are on the way, as it’s almost launch time for the iPhone 11 – or the iPhone XI, or the iPhone 2019 edition, or whatever name Apple gives it. September is expected to be the month the iPhone 11 launches, and we’ve already heard a pile of leaks, rumors and speculation about what could be in store. Here’s what the iPhone 11 will bring:

    We’re now exactly two weeks away from Apple’s big September press conference, during which it will unveil the next-generation iPhone lineup. While it was supposed to be a modest update, there has been an influx of leaks released across the internet for months now. If these leaks are accurate, we are expecting an exciting number of new features to be reviled:

    Size

    As with the 2018 iPhones, it seems we’ll get three handsets with the new iPhones for 2019, and they’ll have 6.1-inch, 5.8-inch, and 6.5-inch screens, just like this year. However, not all the sources leaking this information seem to agree on this. Some say that the standard iPhone screen will get bumped to 6.1 inches, and that two of the models are going to end up being thinner.

    Display

    While users will still be able to unlock their phone with their faces, apparently faster Face ID will be one of the key upgrades for the 2019 iPhone 11. There is a report that suggests Face ID will be improved with actual vein scanning technology.
    We’ve also heard more extravagant rumors: that Apple might be planning to put a Touch Bar on the side of the new iPhone release, and could even come with a foldable screen of some sort. However, that sounds like something that’s more likely to appear in the iPhone 12 or the iPhone 13.

    Apple Pencil

    While Samsung has already provided some stiff competition for Apple and the iPhone 11 in 2019, one way Apple might fight back is by including a stylus with the new release of its iPhone. That seems a little unlikely, but Apple Pencil support could definitely be in the cards.

    Camera

    The camera is one of the areas that the Google Pixel phones arguably have the edge in at the moment, so Apple will want to make sure there’s a significant upgrade here. The biggest rumors so far center around a whopping three rear camera count for the iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max. The regular iPhone 11 in this scenario would replace the iPhone XR and get two rear cameras. This would be one of the biggest feature updates for apple, and we’ve now heard it from so many sources, it seems very likely to be true. There are also plenty of rumors about the possibility of a dual-lens front-facing camera and maybe a 3D camera on the back. That would give iPhone users access to even more advanced photo features, and make augmented reality just that much more realistic.

    Charging

    Battery life is something we could all use more of, and we’d love to see the iPhone 11 go for two days without charging. Another rumor is suggesting reversible charging, something we’ve already seen on phones like the Huawei P30 Pro. This will be Apple’s introduction of what’s being called “bilateral wireless charging,” or two-way charging, which will let the iPhone wirelessly charge other devices. Apple AirPods 2 support wireless charging, so it makes sense that the new iPhone 11 would be able to juice them up. Fast wired charging is also being rumored for the next iPhone.


  • Need a Divorce? Save BIG With These Tips

    Need a Divorce? Save BIG With These Tips

    The first decision is the hardest. You and your partner have decided to get a divorce. There are now a multitude of important life-defining decisions to be made. You don’t want to rely on a simple Google search and luck to find your lawyer. Your divorce attorney is going to handle multiple components of your divorce. They’re going to act as your advisor, spokesperson, negotiator and trusted confidant. They are going to be the person you rely on the most to advise you of your rights and the best course of action in your divorce.

    Start with research

    A simple google search is a great place to start. But nothing replaces a real face to face meeting. You want to be able to get a feel for the person and not rely on the opinions of others. Your gut instincts are more reliable than you might think. If the lawyer doesn’t advertise how long they’ve been practicing divorce law, that’s a good sign that they’re not very experienced.

    Find a good fit

    It’s nearly impossible to tell if a lawyer’s disposition matches what you’re looking for from a web search. Before deciding, you should think about what you want from them. Do you want a lawyer who’s empathetic to your plight? Do you want a lawyer who will be extremely aggressive in fighting for you? Do you want a lawyer who understands both sides and finds it important to have a cordial resolution? Do you want a law office with deep resources that can untangle a complicated situation?

    Talk to friends

    Some people prefer to keep their divorce a completely private matter. However, asking friends who’ve gone through a divorce for advice can be very beneficial. It’s important to remember that everyone’s experience and desired outcomes are different during a divorce.

    Knowing the right questions

    finally, when you sit down to interview lawyers to represent you, make sure to have in-depth questions ready. You should already have answers concerning their background. Typical questions like, “How many cases have you won,” aren’t particularly pertinent in a divorce case.

    Ask things like:

    How do you view the division of assets?

    What do you find the most challenging part of the divorce?

    What do you view as the best possible outcome for my specific situation?

    Communication is key

    You want a lawyer that makes you feel like you’re a priority. If your prospective lawyer is difficult to get ahold of early in the decision process that’s a strong indicator that you may want to look elsewhere. Your lawyer is not going to magically become more responsive once they have your money.

    Attention to detail

    Whenever you’ve made the decision to hire your lawyer make sure to pay special attention to your contract. Many lawyers will have minimum fees that’ll be charged for services even if you don’t take advantage of them. So, take out that red pen and come to an agreement about specific fees before you sign your name on the dotted line. Never be afraid to ask questions about certain parts of their contract.