There are too many scams out there. Between phishing emails, scam calls, fake texts, automated chat accounts, and in-person confidence scams, it’s enough to make someone exhausted. Now, experts are warning that victims can suffer a serious psychological toll from these persistent scam attempts even if they never fall for …
Read MoreWhen I think of winter my mind immediately goes to overindulging. Between Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the insane amount of sweets available, my diet definitely goes down the drain between the months of November and January. And, because I don’t necessarily take care of my body during the holiday season, this …
Read MoreNow that we’re officially heading into flu season, it’s the perfect time to focus on boosting your immune system. While no supplement or food will cure a disease or keep you 100% safe from a virus, there are certain foods that can work to keep your body strong. In fact, …
Read MoreInstagram influencers and millennials love to throw the term “self-care” around, but often times it can lead to unhealthy habits and bad coping skills. While it’s important to take time for oneself and to focus on self-betterment, the term self-care can be confused with self-indulgence. We’re all trying to get …
Read MoreThe first thing I used to do every morning was down a cup of coffee. Then, about one hour later, I went for my second cup. Around 2 or 3 p.m., when I was starting to feel a little sluggish, I tended to have my third cup of the day. …
Read MoreDo you ever look at people who go to the gym for fun and wonder why they put themselves through such torture? Don’t worry, it’s totally OK if you do. While there are plenty of people out there who love running on treadmills, pumping iron and pushing their bodies to the …
Read MorePotatoes are America’s favorite vegetable. Sweet potatoes, while not as popular as white potatoes, are thought to be healthier… but are they? When you compare the health benefits of the two different types of potatoes, that’s not necessarily the case. Let’s take a look. Nutritional Comparison A medium sweet potato …
Read MoreA woman has been arrested after creating fake billings for home health care that defrauded Medicare for $6 million. Lilit Gagikovna Baltaian, 58, of Porter Ranch, California was arrested Thursday for her role in a scam that saw her connecting patients with home healthcare companies. Police explained that the companies …
Read MoreOne of the oldest varieties of scams in the world is the “miracle cure.” Since the beginning of civilization, people have been looking for quick, easy ways to improve their health. And, invariably, people with ill intent try to defraud sick people by selling them bogus cure-alls and miracle drugs. …
Read MoreTalk of vaccines has become extremely common in recent days as the global vaccination effort is fully underway. However, this huge push for vaccination has also led to a proliferation of scams aimed at defrauding people who are eager to get a vaccine. Remember: official government sites and pharmacies won’t …
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