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Doctors Explain Everything to Know About Arthritis of the Hand Original
If your fingers are feeling painful and stiff throughout the day, you may have osteoarthritis of the hands. Though common—it occurs by age 85 in about half of all women and one-quarter of men—this condition can be painful and make it difficult to do certain things with your hands.
5 Times In Life When You Need More Protein
While the many diet debates continue (Should all dairy be nixed? Is low-carb sustainable? Does eating high-fat burn more body fat?), the importance of protein is never in question. After all, protein resides in every cell within the body. And since the body does not hold onto protein the same way it retains fat and carbohydrates, it must be consumed on a daily basis.
Entangled Book Review
age 13+ Entertaining space-travel adventure fine for young teens. Parents need to know that Entangled is a space-travel adventure that may get kids curious about quantum theory. Heroine Cade starts out as a nightclub performer and sees drinking and sexual behavior in a negative light. Action sequences involve brief descriptions of hand-to-hand fighting and no blood. Very rare use of strong language ("hell," "bastard," "piss"). There are two kisses, but neither is described in detail.
Top reasons why people end up in the ER on Thanksgiving - and how to stay safe
Many patients who rush to the emergency room on Thanksgiving tend to be there due to holiday-related hazards. Here's how to avoid them. (Photo illustration: Yahoo News; photo: Getty Images) Generate Key Takeaways An unexpected trip to the emergency room is the last place anyone wants to end up on Thanksgiving. But the cooking, eating and traveling frenzy surrounding the popular holiday can land some people in the hospital.
The Surprising Way Lifting Weights Burns Fat
Slogging on the treadmill can be an effective way to shed pounds and boost your long-term health, but it’s not your only option. While cardio workouts may torch more calories, studies suggest lifting weights is better for overall fat loss (1). The link between strength training and fat loss is more complex than it seems.
How losing a spouse can affect your health
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The 'widowhood effect': How losing a spouse can affect your health Original
Chronic stress from grief can impact the body in several ways. (Getty Images) Thanasis Zovoilis via Getty Images Generate Key Takeaways Becoming a widow or widower can be excruciatingly difficult. Along with deep sadness, feeling lost and having fears about the future, the death of a partner can take a serious toll on the surviving spouse’s physical health.
The 'widowhood effect': How losing a spouse can affect your health
Becoming a widow or widower can be excruciatingly difficult. Along with deep sadness, feeling lost and having fears about the future, the death of a partner can take a serious toll on the surviving spouse’s physical health. For older adults, the loss can even cause a phenomenon known as the “widowhood effect,” which puts them at a higher risk of dying themselves, particularly within the first three months of grieving.
Why are some doctors hesitant to prescribe hormone replacement therapy to menopausal women?
Menopause symptoms — and how severe they are — vary from person to person. But in general, the hormonal changes that happen during menopause bring on a slew of physical and emotional side effects, such as hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, low libido, sleep disturbances and mood swings.
How to Ask Your Doctor for Weight Loss Injections
It’s hard enough to open up to a loved one about wanting to start weight loss medication, let alone a stranger in a sterile exam room. On top of that, discussing potential side effects, high costs, and how struggling to lose weight has affected your mental health can be overwhelming. But I’m here to tell you it doesn’t have to be a distressing experience.
How To Silence Food Noise, With Meds and Without
Eat when you’re hungry, stop when you’re full. Simple, right? Advice like this is why “normal” people think using willpower and making smarter food choices is all you need to do to lose weight. But, if you’re always thinking about food to the point that it influences most of your daily decisions, you can’t trust your hunger cues to help you shed pounds. Constant inner chatter about food and eating is one of many obstacles for people trying to lose weight.
Does Red Light Therapy for Weight Loss Work?
While you’ve likely heard about red light therapy as an effective treatment for minimizing scars, reducing wrinkles, mitigating hair loss, and enhancing muscle recovery, red light therapy for weight loss is an emerging wellness trend. But is there any evidence that suggests it can help you shed pounds? Natalie Kunsman, M.D., a board certified family physician who specializes in functional, anti-aging, and regenerative medicine.
Hazards abound during summertime, from food poisoning to fireworks injuries. Follow these tips to stay safe. Original
Summer is here and millions of Americans will be spending time in the great outdoors or splashing in the pool. And in between the swimming, surfing, hiking, biking, grilling and camping could also be an unplanned trip to the hospital. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that rates of emergency department (aka, ER) visits for heat-related illness substantially increased across several U.S. regions last summer compared with those in previous years.
Summer fruit injuries are real. Here's how to prevent and treat avocado hand, watermelon wounds and lime burns. Original
There’s nothing like the refreshing taste of fresh summer fruits. Along with being packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, colorful seasonal produce can add a touch of sweetness — or some tartness — to your favorite drinks, snacks, salads and desserts. Even though consuming “nature’s candy” can be a healthy and delicious experience, handling certain fruits can be downright hazardous.
It's hard to stop at 1 drink. Here's why - and how to cut back on alcohol. Original
If you’ve been rethinking your alcohol habits, you’re certainly not alone. According to a survey conducted by media marketing company NC Solutions, 41% of adults polled stated their goal was to drink less wine, beer and spirits in 2024. That makes sense, given that mindful drinking — becoming more aware of your alcohol consumption — is on the rise, with nearly 35% of those surveyed identifying themselves as mindful drinkers.
It's hard to stop at 1 drink. Here's why - and how to cut back on alcohol.
It takes only a drink or two for alcohol to produce euphoria by activating the pleasure center in the brain. (Getty Images) If you’ve been rethinking your alcohol habits, you’re certainly not alone. According to a survey conducted by media marketing company NC Solutions, 41% of adults polled stated their goal was to drink less wine, beer and spirits in 2024.
When do you need to start getting a mammogram? Here's what new recommendations say.
Breast cancer screening guidelines have made the news again. On Tuesday, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) announced that it had finalized its recommendation, first drafted in May 2023, that women get screened every other year starting at age 40, continuing through age 74. Previous guidelines recommended that screenings begin at the age of 50.
Does Diet Soda Break a Fast?
Since diet soda doesn’t have any calories, it technically doesn’t break a fast. However, the artificial sugars found in most diet sodas may interfere with a fast by triggering an insulin response and increasing hunger levels. The body’s response to artificial sugars may negate some of the potential benefits of fasting like autophagy, weight loss, and improved metabolic health. More research is needed, but if you’re fasting for health benefits you might want to skip drinking diet soda while fasting.
Driving at night can get harder starting as early as your late 20s. Here’s how to improve nighttime vision. Original
If you’re feeling unsure about getting behind the wheel once the sun goes down, you’re not alone. According to the market research platform Gitnux, 10% of drivers reported having problems with night vision, while 62% feel less confident driving at night compared to during the day. Those concerns are warranted given that about 40% of accidents occur either at night or during early morning hours, and those crashes are twice as likely to be fatal compared to daytime accidents.
Best and Worst Snacks Original
We all snack. But some snacks are better than others, especially if you’re managing type 2 diabetes or obesity. An ideal snack gives you protein or fiber -- or both -- to help you feel full, says Gillian Culbertson, RD, certified diabetes educator at the Cleveland Clinic. It should give you plenty of energy without too many calories. Aim for between 100 and 150 calories for women, and about 200 calories for men, with 15 to 20 grams of protein.
Struggling with your sleep? Experts share 6 tips that'll help. Original
Get ready to hit the sheets on March 15, better known as #WorldSleepDay, an annual event where sleep specialists around the world promote sleep health. And there’s good reason to raise awareness about the importance of quality shut-eye, given that the current statistics on sleep deprivation are a real wake-up call.
Masks work, telehealth is here to stay - and other health lessons we've learned since the pandemic started 4 years ago Original
This month marks the four-year anniversary of the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. During the months on lockdown, millions of Americans were grappling with uncertainty, with worries ranging from becoming ill and being separated from loved ones to facing unemployment — while simultaneously helping kids with virtual learning, sanitizing the groceries and searching high and low for a package of toilet paper.
Should You Take Magnesium for Weight Loss?
If you’ve been trying—and struggling—to shed unwanted pounds, you might not be getting enough magnesium. The vital mineral is linked to a bunch of processes in your body that are connected to weight—from regulating nerve and muscle function to balancing blood sugar levels, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) (). But can supplementing with magnesium help you lose weight? Magnesium isn’t the next Ozempic—you can’t pop a magnesium supplement and expect pounds to drop off.
Even a mild case of the flu can double the risk of heart attack, stroke. Here’s how you can protect yourself. Original
While most people know that the flu virus can lead to other health complications, such as pneumonia, bronchitis and bacterial infection of the lungs, recent research reveals that the flu — a common, contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses — can also increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
When do you need to start getting a mammogram? Here's what new recommendations say. Original
Breast cancer screening guidelines have made the news again. On Tuesday, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) announced that it had finalized its recommendation, first drafted in May 2023, that women get screened every other year starting at age 40, continuing through age 74. Previous guidelines recommended that screenings begin at the age of 50.
When do you need to start getting a mammogram? Here's what new recommendations say.
Breast cancer screening guidelines have made the news again. On Tuesday, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) announced that it had finalized its recommendation — first drafted in May 2023 — that women get screened every other year starting at age 40, continuing through age 74. Previous guidelines recommended that screenings begin at the age of 50.
Why Does My Ear Hurt When I Swallow?
An earache can be painful on its own, but when it’s accompanied by a sore throat, the discomfort hits a whole new level. Unfortunately, it’s not an uncommon experience for many of us given that the ear, nose, and throat are connected. For starters, the Eustachian tube is a passageway that joins the middle ear to the back of the nose and throat.
Does appearance matter when it comes to how some patients are treated by their doctors? 55% of Black adults say yes.
Does dressing up for a doctor's visit improve your care? Here's what experts say. (Getty Images) Does a patient’s appearance at a doctor’s appointment impact the way their health care provider treats them? It’s a worry some people have, and as it turns out, there’s some merit to it. A recent patient survey reveals that people of different races and ethnic minority groups are concerned that the way they dress determines the type of care they receive from their physician.
Does appearance matter when it comes to how some patients are treated by their doctors? 55% of Black adults say yes. Original
Does a patient’s appearance at a doctor’s appointment impact the way their health care provider treats them? It’s a worry some people have, and as it turns out, there’s some merit to it. A recent patient survey reveals that people of different races and ethnic minority groups are concerned that the way they dress determines the type of care they receive from their physician.
Does appearance matter when it comes to how some patients are treated by their doctors? 55% of Black adults say yes.
Does dressing up for a doctor's visit improve your care? Here's what experts say. (Getty Images) Does a patient’s appearance at a doctor’s appointment impact the way their health care provider treats them? It’s a worry some people have, and as it turns out, there’s some merit to it. A recent patient survey reveals that people of different races and ethnic minority groups are concerned that the way they dress determines the type of care they receive from their physician.
Why do colds seem so bad this year? Here's what's going on. Original
It seems as if respiratory illnesses are back with a vengeance. Nearly everyone is catching the rhinovirus — the most frequent cause of the common cold — this winter season, but for many people it’s not just a case of the sniffles. The runny nose and nagging cough feel more intense and seem to linger longer than they did with previous colds. And in some cases, the nasty symptoms resurface within weeks.
Why do colds seem so bad this year? Here's what's going on.
You're not alone if your runny nose and nagging cough feel more intense this year and seem to linger longer than with previous colds. (Getty Images) It seems as if respiratory illnesses are back with a vengeance. Nearly everyone is catching the rhinovirus — the most frequent cause of the common cold — this winter season, but for many people it’s not just a case of the sniffles. The runny nose and nagging cough feel more intense and seem to linger longer than they did with previous colds.
Red wine is considered good for your health. But is it really?
Many people believe that sipping a glass of red wine can lead to some impressive health benefits. That’s because previous studies have suggested that red wine consumed in moderation is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and cancer, as well as with increased life expectancy. But don’t break out the corkscrew just yet. Alcohol, regardless of what type, isn’t that good for you.
Red wine is considered good for your health. But is it really? Original
Many people believe that sipping a glass of red wine can lead to some impressive health benefits. That’s because previous studies have suggested that red wine consumed in moderation is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and cancer, as well as with increased life expectancy. But don’t break out the corkscrew just yet. Alcohol, regardless of what type, isn’t that good for you.
Can using everyday hair care products be harmful to your health?
One expert recommends using proper ventilation when applying hair care products and using hot tools. (Getty Images) A few recent studies have called into question whether certain hair care products and treatments are safe and if using them puts your health at risk.
Can using everyday hair care products be harmful to your health? Original
A few recent studies have called into question whether certain hair care products and treatments are safe and if using them puts your health at risk. According to recent Purdue University research published in Environmental Science & Technology, several chemicals — most notably a group called cyclic volatile methyl siloxanes (cVMS) — that are commonly found in everyday hair care products easily evaporate and linger in the air after they’re applied.
Can using everyday hair care products be harmful to your health?
One expert recommends using proper ventilation when applying hair care products and using hot tools. (Getty Images) A few recent studies have called into question whether certain hair care products and treatments are safe and if using them puts your health at risk.
Why does the flu make some people sick but not others?
You’ve likely noticed that some people get the flu while others don’t. Maybe you know someone who takes preventive measures to fend off the flu but still gets it, while others seem to go season after season without experiencing even a slight cough. Could their immune system have a unique ability to fight off the virus? Here, doctors offer some insight. Are some people less susceptible to the flu than others? The answer is ... maybe.
Why does the flu make some people sick but not others?
You’ve likely noticed that some people get the flu while others don’t. Maybe you know someone who takes preventive measures to fend off the flu but still gets it, while others seem to go season after season without experiencing even a slight cough. Could their immune system have a unique ability to fight off the virus? Here, doctors offer some insight. Are some people less susceptible to the flu than others? The answer is ... maybe.
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