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By Medical News Today - May 21, 2019
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT DETOX DRINKS

Detox drinks do not remove toxins from the body. However, some drinks are very beneficial and can promote overall good health. Learn...
Nutrition, Diet
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By Medical News Today - May 21, 2019
IS IT OK TO MASTURBATE DURING PREGNANCY?

Most doctors agree that, in most cases, it is safe to masturbate while pregnant. In this article, we look at some of the myths and...
Pregnant, Pregnancy, Obstetrics
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By Medical News Today - May 21, 2019
RESEARCHERS WARN AGAINST HOMEMADE SUNSCREEN

Many people may be tempted to craft their own sunscreens out of all-natural ingredients. However, such creams will likely fail to offer...
Dermatology
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By Medical News Today - May 18, 2019
DEMENTIA: NEW WHO PREVENTION GUIDELINES EVALUATE 12 RISK FACTORS

The WHO have recently released a new set of guidelines around strategies for dementia prevention, in which they evaluate potential...
Alzheimer's, Dementia
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By Medical News Today - May 18, 2019
HOW TO STOP A NOSEBLEED

Nosebleeds are a common problem, but they often subside quickly with at-home treatment. In this article, learn how to stop a nosebleed...
Blood, Hematology
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By Medical News Today - May 18, 2019
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT ZZZQUIL

ZzzQuil is an over-the-counter medication for treating short-term sleeping difficulties. However, ZzzQuil is not suitable for younger...
Sleep, Sleep Disorders, Insomnia
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By Medical News Today - May 17, 2019
MORE WOMEN RISKING HEART HEALTH THROUGH LACK OF EXERCISE

New research examines the patterns of physical activity among women in the United States who also have a form of cardiovascular disease.
Sports Medicine, Fitness
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By Medical News Today - May 17, 2019
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT A LOW-PROTEIN DIET

People with kidney-related illnesses may benefit from a low-protein diet. Key changes can help people create a varied, healthful, low-protein...
Plan, Diet, Urology, Nephrology
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By Medical News Today - May 17, 2019
PROCESSED FOODS LEAD TO WEIGHT GAIN, BUT IT'S ABOUT MORE THAN CALORIES

Volunteers in a clinical trials unit ate only processed foods and put on 2 pounds within 2 weeks. Those that ate unprocessed foods...
Food, Nutrition, Diet
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By Medical News Today - May 17, 2019
WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS OF ADDERALL?

Adderall is a stimulant drug that people with ADHD can take to relieve their symptoms. Adderall can have mild to severe side effects....
Drugs, ADHD, ADD
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By Medical News Today - May 16, 2019
HOW STOPPING CELL DEATH MAY HELP PREVENT RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS

A new study in mice pinpoints a key cellular mechanism that drives forms of rheumatoid arthritis. Targeting this mechanism could prevent...
Rheumatoid Arthritis, Arthritis
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By Medical News Today - May 16, 2019
WHAT FOODS REDUCE TESTOSTERONE?

Certain foods influence hormones. Soy products, dairy, and alcohol all reduce testosterone. Lifestyle changes can help a person maintain...
Food, Alcohol, Nutrition, Diet
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By Medical News Today - May 16, 2019
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF GESTATIONAL DIABETES?

Gestational diabetes is a temporary form of diabetes that can occur during pregnancy. Learn about the symptoms of gestational diabetes,...
Pregnancy, Diabetes, Obstetrics
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By Medical News Today - May 16, 2019
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT ULCERATIVE COLITIS AND PREGNANCY

Ulcerative colitis causes inflammation of parts of the digestive system. It is possible for women with ulcerative colitis to get pregnant,...
Pregnant, Pregnancy, Digestion, Ulcerative Colitis
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By Medical News Today - May 15, 2019
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS

Omega-3 fatty acids are present in foods such as fish. Their potential benefits include reducing inflammation and heart disease risk....
Food, Nutrition, Diet
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By Medical News Today - May 15, 2019
DASH DIET REDUCED HEART FAILURE RISK 'BY ALMOST HALF' IN PEOPLE UNDER 75

People under 75 who followed a plant-rich diet for reducing high blood pressure had a significantly lower risk of heart failure than...
Diet, Cardiovascular, Cardiology
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By Medical News Today - May 15, 2019
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT CALORIES AND BODY FAT

A pound of body fat contains approximately 3,500 calories. A calorie is a measurement of energy, and to lose weight, a person must...
Nutrition, Diet
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By Medical News Today - May 14, 2019
HOW CAN I EAT A LOW-CALORIE DIET AS A VEGAN?

Low-calorie foods such as soy, oats, fruit, and popcorn can help people feel full for longer. They are also suitable for vegans and...
Food, Diet, Nutrition
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By Medical News Today - May 14, 2019
STUDY SUGGESTS AVOCADOS SUPPRESS HUNGER, BUT CAN WE TRUST THE RESEARCH?

Clinical trial participants were less hungry and more satisfied after breakfast with avocado than a low-fat meal. But the study received...
Nutrition, Diet
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By Medical News Today - May 14, 2019
WAYS TO PREVENT GESTATIONAL DIABETES

Although it is not always possible to prevent gestational diabetes, eating well and exercising regularly to achieve or maintain a healthy...
Diabetes, Pregnancy, Obstetrics
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WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT DETOX DRINKS

Detox drinks do not remove toxins from the body. However, some drinks are very beneficial and can promote overall good health. Learn...

IS IT OK TO MASTURBATE DURING PREGNANCY?

Most doctors agree that, in most cases, it is safe to masturbate while pregnant. In this article, we look at some of the myths and...

RESEARCHERS WARN AGAINST HOMEMADE SUNSCREEN

Many people may be tempted to craft their own sunscreens out of all-natural ingredients. However, such creams will likely fail to offer...

DEMENTIA: NEW WHO PREVENTION GUIDELINES EVALUATE 12 RISK FACTORS

The WHO have recently released a new set of guidelines around strategies for dementia prevention, in which they evaluate potential...

HOW TO STOP A NOSEBLEED

Nosebleeds are a common problem, but they often subside quickly with at-home treatment. In this article, learn how to stop a nosebleed...

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT ZZZQUIL

ZzzQuil is an over-the-counter medication for treating short-term sleeping difficulties. However, ZzzQuil is not suitable for younger...

MORE WOMEN RISKING HEART HEALTH THROUGH LACK OF EXERCISE

New research examines the patterns of physical activity among women in the United States who also have a form of cardiovascular disease.

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT A LOW-PROTEIN DIET

People with kidney-related illnesses may benefit from a low-protein diet. Key changes can help people create a varied, healthful, low-protein...

PROCESSED FOODS LEAD TO WEIGHT GAIN, BUT IT'S ABOUT MORE THAN CALORIES

Volunteers in a clinical trials unit ate only processed foods and put on 2 pounds within 2 weeks. Those that ate unprocessed foods...

WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS OF ADDERALL?

Adderall is a stimulant drug that people with ADHD can take to relieve their symptoms. Adderall can have mild to severe side effects....

HOW STOPPING CELL DEATH MAY HELP PREVENT RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS

A new study in mice pinpoints a key cellular mechanism that drives forms of rheumatoid arthritis. Targeting this mechanism could prevent...

WHAT FOODS REDUCE TESTOSTERONE?

Certain foods influence hormones. Soy products, dairy, and alcohol all reduce testosterone. Lifestyle changes can help a person maintain...

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF GESTATIONAL DIABETES?

Gestational diabetes is a temporary form of diabetes that can occur during pregnancy. Learn about the symptoms of gestational diabetes,...

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT ULCERATIVE COLITIS AND PREGNANCY

Ulcerative colitis causes inflammation of parts of the digestive system. It is possible for women with ulcerative colitis to get pregnant,...

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS

Omega-3 fatty acids are present in foods such as fish. Their potential benefits include reducing inflammation and heart disease risk....

DASH DIET REDUCED HEART FAILURE RISK 'BY ALMOST HALF' IN PEOPLE UNDER 75

People under 75 who followed a plant-rich diet for reducing high blood pressure had a significantly lower risk of heart failure than...

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT CALORIES AND BODY FAT

A pound of body fat contains approximately 3,500 calories. A calorie is a measurement of energy, and to lose weight, a person must...

HOW CAN I EAT A LOW-CALORIE DIET AS A VEGAN?

Low-calorie foods such as soy, oats, fruit, and popcorn can help people feel full for longer. They are also suitable for vegans and...

STUDY SUGGESTS AVOCADOS SUPPRESS HUNGER, BUT CAN WE TRUST THE RESEARCH?

Clinical trial participants were less hungry and more satisfied after breakfast with avocado than a low-fat meal. But the study received...

WAYS TO PREVENT GESTATIONAL DIABETES

Although it is not always possible to prevent gestational diabetes, eating well and exercising regularly to achieve or maintain a healthy...

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Exercising regularly and consuming more protein can help prevent muscle loss...

A review led by researchers from Drexel University in Philadelphia looked at how dietary protein intake and regular exercise can reduce the risk of muscle loss in older adults...

Computers Spot Lung Cancer as Well as Doctors Do

This new technology is still under development, but shows how artificial intelligence may have a future role in medicine.

Only HALF of US kids and teens have OK cholesterol levels - and 25% have...

A new study from Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital has found that only half of US children between ages six and 19 have cholesterol levels in the ideal range, or less...

Diabetes breakthrough: Can this protein significantly reduce insulin...

Danish researchers reported their discovery of a new protein that plays a significant role in the production of insulin. Developing a deeper understanding of the functions of...

A unique, targeted probiotic can prevent gum and mouth problems, improving...

Large numbers of harmful bacteria in the mouth cause various health problems in the gums and teeth. Instead of using chemical toothpaste and mouthwashes that will further harm...

Mustaches May Guard Against Sun's Rays

For all of those men who view a mustache as a largely ornamental addition to their masculine appearance, a new study reveals it can also guard against lip cancer.

New Computer-based Predictive Tool Predicts Outcome of Respiratory Patients...

Summit score, the name of the electronically-calculated system evaluated in the new study, considers various parameters to predict the outcomes among respiratory patients.

Cannabis chemical CBD could 'save lives' of heroin addicts by reducing their...

Researchers from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York gave CBD to former heroin addicts in a study of 42 people, and found their cravings were up to three...

British men using a hair-loss drug off-label to grow FULL BEARDS

EXCLUSIVE: Minoxidil, marketed under the brand name Regaine in the UK, works by helping the blood flow to hair follicles - the part of the skin which grows a hair by packing...

Exposure to Common Environmental Chemicals Increases Obesity Risk

Obesity and diabetes risk can be increased when individuals are exposed to common environmental chemicals like phthalates. Therefore, there is a need to create awareness among...