Are you experiencing discomfort after meals or a night out with friends? That warmth in your esophagus or burning sensation in your stomach might be heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Let’s dive into what distinguishes these conditions and how to manage them effectively. What is Heartburn? Heartburn, also known as gastroesophageal reflux (GER), occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) fails to close properly. This allows stomach acid and other contents to flow ...
Spring is nearly here and with it comes planning for fun day trips from picking fresh produce and flowers to summer camps. Unfortunately, along with the sights and sounds and tasty produce will come other traditional signs of spring—sneezing, watery eyes, and runny noses. Sometimes, though, these symptoms can leave people confused because they overlap with other illnesses, especially virus-related ones. At other times, people are just unclear regarding which symptoms might indicate allergies ...
Before heading out for a day adventure on the Mooresville Ale Trail and sampling all the scrumptious cheeses that sometimes make your stomach hurt read below to put your mind, and your stomach, at ease. Lactose intolerance, characterized by digestive discomfort after consuming dairy products, is a common condition affecting millions of adults worldwide. While lactose intolerance can develop at any stage of life, adults often find themselves grappling with its symptoms as they age ...
It is usually assumed that kidney stones only affect adults, but the truth is they can affect anyone at any age, even babies. Those who have experienced kidney stones often wish they hadn’t! To learn more from our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team continue reading. What Are Kidney Stones? Kidney stones are hard deposits made up of substances that have crystallized in the kidneys causing over half a million Americans to head to the ...
As a mother-to-be, you want to maintain a healthy pregnancy. The Mooresville area is full of opportunities to boost your health and wellness throughout your pregnancy journey, offering everything from exercise to nutritious eating options. For those looking to maintain fitness, FIT4MOM stands out as a great resource for pre-and post-natal exercise. If you’re scaling back on caffeine but still need a pick-me-up, local favorites like Main Street Coffee and Coworking provide a variety ...
Flu season comes every year to Mooresville, and there are tons of home remedies and get-better-quick tips out there for overcoming this pesky virus. If you’re out running errands at any of Mooresville’s popular shopping and dining hubs like downtown Mooresville or Lang Tree Lake Norman with eateries such as Novanta 90 Pizzeria, consider adding a new common household item to your shopping list. A humidifier could be your new best friend in ...
Fight Seasonal Affective Disorder with Vitamin D Does sunshine cure seasonal depression? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a condition, commonly referred to as seasonal depression, that strikes during the winter. Cold, short days cause a lot of people to stay indoors, preventing them from getting enough Vitamin D from sunlight. Get outside in Mooresville this winter at local spots like Lake Norman where you can go hiking, boating, or fishing with groups like Fish On ...
Holiday Kitchen Safety: How to Handle Kitchen Burns Effectively During the holidays, people like to get out and enjoy all that our hometown has to offer. Visitors and locals alike frequent hot spots like the Ghostface Brewing Beer Lab, one of Mooresville’s seven craft breweries found on the Mooresville Ale Trail. For a family-friendly adventure, holiday travelers may take their kids to check out the Lazy 5 Ranch during their Christmas vacation. You may ...
The holidays are here, and we are so excited! No matter which holidays you observe and the traditions you partake in, you want to be able to stay as healthy as possible to not miss out on the fun ahead. While that may seem overwhelming or even impossible to do at times, there are strategies that you can use every day to avoid getting sick before your important festivities. Read on as our AFC Urgent ...
It’s that time of year again when illnesses are running rampant, kids are coming home sick from school, and you are opening yet another email about the spread of a new illness making its way through your child’s classroom. The fall and winter seasons are great for many things, but not for illnesses. One category of illnesses that are particularly frustrating for parents is upper respiratory infection. They can make your kids feel ...
