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If you’re like most people who live in Boca Raton, Florida, you’re undoubtedly looking forward to indulging in plenty of summer fun this season. However, you probably also care about your health and want to make sure to practice precautions when it comes to protecting yourself from overexposure to the sun. After all, sun damage not only leads to premature aging to the skin, it can also increase chances of developing skin cancer. Fortunately, strategies exist for minimizing the risk. Read on for more information.

Reapply Sunscreen Every Two Hours

You probably already know that wearing a full-spectrum sunscreen is an essential tool in decreasing skin cancer risk, but you may not know that to achieve maximum protection, sunscreen needs to be applied, on average, once every two hours while yo...

Nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain — a stomach virus is one of those short-lived bugs that nightmares are made of, rendering you in an utterly miserable state of being. For the most part, a trip to the doctor will yield you instructions to get rest, drink fluids and wait for the problem to pass. Take a look at some other things you can do at home to help yourself recuperate from a stomach virus faster.

1. Follow the BRAT Diet

The BRAT diet is a simple diet of four bland foods: bananas, rice, applesauce and toast. These foods are really easy on your digestive system, and they break down quickly once they hit your stomach to provide you with energy. If you feel a bit hungry at all, try nibbling on some of these items slowly...

Medical supplies in Boca Raton are perfect for helping a loved one be more comfortable during recuperation. While you supply personal care and nurturing, the following tips and equipment will supply the convenience and safety both you and your loved one need during this time.

Articulating Bedside Tray

An articulating bedside tray makes it convenient for your loved one to eat, read or work while resting in bed. Look for a free-standing tray with height elevation adjustment as well as a tilting tray with a stopper to keep pencils and other items from rolling off.

Shower Bench

A shower bench ensures safety whether you bathe your loved one or they are independent enough to be alone in the shower. Look for a shower bench with arms for added stability.

Mini Refrigerator

Those college dorm r...

At Mar-J Medical Supply of Boca Raton, we often meet clients who wish to improve their overall health and strength.

If you’re looking for a good answer, may we suggest asking your doctor about adopting a walking routine?

According to Harvard Health Publishing, a division of the Harvard Medical School of Harvard University, walking reduces the risk of cardiovascular events significantly, for all adults. Protection is observable starting at 5½ miles per week, even at a casual pace (at least 2 miles an hour).

Wide-Ranging Benefits

Studies show that walking prolongs a person’s life. It also helps stave off dementia, cancer of the colon and more. The cardiovascular benefits include an improvement in blood pressure, blood circulation, cholesterol and insulin levels.

Walking to keep your we...

Cold and flu season typically runs from fall through spring. During this time, your family has a higher risk of getting sick from influenza and the common cold. Although cold and flu season hasn’t started yet, this is a good time to start making sure that you and your family are prepared for it. Keep the following tips in mind, so you can stay as healthy as possible.

Wash Your Hands

While this should be done on a regular basis, it becomes even more important during cold and flu season. Teach your children to wash their hands thoroughly with soap and warm water, especially after using the bathroom and before eating. Hand-washing is a simple, yet highly effective, way to lower your risk of getting sick...

Whether you’re bringing along your prescription medication your doctor says you need daily, or you’ve stocked up on ibuprofen from your favorite Boca Raton medical supply company to combat knee pain, trying to figure out how to pack medication for a trip can be quite difficult. We’ve put together a few tips that may make the process a bit easier.

Make Sure You Can Access Medication Easily

One of the most important things to remember is that you want to have easy access to your medication. You may want to bring all medication in carry-on bags if flying. That way if your bags are lost or delayed, you can still access your needed pills. Store pills in a secure container where they won’t spill and are not likely to break...

Humans sleep approximately a third of a lifetime. All of this sleep facilitates various essential body and brain functions. Insufficient sleep can result in problems focusing and performing routine tasks, and it leads to serious health effects. Here are some tips from Mar J Medical Supply, your Boca Raton medical supply provider, to help remedy some common causes of difficulty sleeping.

Tips for Healthier Sleep

1. Reduce Caffeine Intake.

Consuming caffeine, especially later during the day, can contribute to poor sleep. Health experts suggest avoiding caffeine in the afternoon and evening. Ideally, avoid caffeine for ten full hours before trying to fall sleep. Substitute caffeinated drinks for decaf choices.

2. Eliminate Intrusive Light.

Even small amounts of light in the room can af...

Instead of starting your day with a rushed cup of coffee, ease in with some rejuvenating stretches. Do all these stretches on an exercise mat, or on carpet or a floor rug if you don’t have a mat.

And if you need medical supplies in Boca Raton, keep us in mind.

1. Child’s Pose

This provides the perfectly soothing way to start the day, as it involves totally stretching out your spine while breathing deeply with your arms outstretched and your feet under your hips.

2. Cat-Cow

Done on all fours, this stretch imitates the movements of both a cat and a cow. It lengthens out your back and shoulder areas and gets you ready to face the day.

3. Downward-Facing Dog

This is yet another move that feels so good as a way to stretch your entire back and shoulder area...

Stress can be more than an unpleasant mental state. It may lead to upset stomach, heartburn, headaches, sleep issues, over-eating and more serious physical symptoms. Here are some helpful stress management tips, provided by MAR-J Medical Supply, your online center for medical supplies in Boca Raton.

5 Ways to Combat Stress Anywhere

1. Deep Breathing

Relax your shoulders. Close your eyes. Breathe in deeply through your nose. Feel your chest and abdomen move as you inhale. Then, exhale slowly through your nose or mouth. Repeat 5 to 10 times.

2. Visualization

Close your eyes. Picture yourself in a serene place, maybe sitting under a shade tree, or on a quiet beach. Imagine the birds singing, or the waves gently breaking. Feel the delightful breeze.

3. Muscle Relaxation

Consciously relax eac...

Your heart bears the burden of everything you do. That’s why it’s best to do everything possible to keep it going. Even though we’re approaching Valentine’s Day and not New Years, you’re still allowed to make a resolution to take better care of your heart.

Drop Bad Habits

Smoking causes 30% of all heart-related incidents. Your chances of developing heart disease start dropping the day after you quit. That possibility gets cut in half after one year and keeps going down the longer you stay cigarette-free.

It’s important to moderate your alcohol intake. Drinking too much increases your risk of weight gain and chances of developing high blood pressure and irregular heart rhythms. The toll on your body increases once you hit 30.

Pick Up Good Ones

Expand your diet to include heart-...