Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDebunking the MythWhere They Come FromAn Earwig’s PinchPreventing Infestation Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Debunking the Myth Where They Come From An Earwig’s Pinch Preventing Infestation The earwig is a type of insect. Its name derives from a folklore myth that the earwig crawls into the ears of sleeping people, where it lays eggs. However, there is no proof to the claim, and the insect is mostly harmless to people....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNutrition ProfileHealth BenefitsAre Pods Edible?Risks and ConsiderationsCooking, Preparing & Shelling Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Nutrition Profile Health Benefits Are Pods Edible? Risks and Considerations Cooking, Preparing & Shelling Edamame is a low-carb,high-proteinsoybean and a type of legume. It’s rich in fiber, folate, and magnesium and contains all nine essential amino acids.Soybeans picked young are edamame, which are soft and easy to eat....

Key TakeawaysDaily cannabis use is associated with a higher risk of heart attack and stroke risk, regardless of consumption method.Edibles avoid the respiratory risks that come with smoking, but edible users are more likely to overdose and experience severe behavioral impairments. Key Takeaways Daily cannabis use is associated with a higher risk of heart attack and stroke risk, regardless of consumption method.Edibles avoid the respiratory risks that come with smoking, but edible users are more likely to overdose and experience severe behavioral impairments....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTaking Expired DrugsExpired Medications to AvoidPotentially Safe MedicationsStorageDisposing of Expired DrugsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Taking Expired Drugs Expired Medications to Avoid Potentially Safe Medications Storage Disposing of Expired Drugs Frequently Asked Questions Chances are that your medicine cabinet contains some medications, including over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, prescriptions, and supplements, that are at least a few months expired. You may wonder: Could you still use them, or must they be trashed immediately?...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of Eye StyesHow Styes SpreadTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Eye Styes How Styes Spread Treatment Prevention A stye (also called ahordeolum) can cause itchy and watery eyes,blurred vision, sensitivity to light, and the feeling that you have something in your eye.Typically, though, a stye is not medically serious and can be easily managed. This article explains how styes spread and how they can be treated and prevented....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Does It Feel?Trigger FingerTreatmentsSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Does It Feel? Trigger Finger Treatments Seeking Medical Care Having a finger or thumb lock up in a straight or bent position is a common problem. A locked finger or thumb is the telltale sign oftrigger finger, also known asstenosing tenosynovitis.This occurs when the sheath of tissue that wraps around a tendon (the tissue that connects muscle to bone) becomes inflamed....

Key TakeawaysThere is no evidence that this year’s influenza vaccine is causing more or worseside effectsthan shots from previous years.Last year, the United States had a relatively mild flu season, thanks in part to the pandemic precautions put in place against COVID-19.Experts are concerned that with mask mandates and social distancing rules starting to lift, the flu season in the U.S. might be worse this year, making it all the more important that people get a flu shot....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSun Exposure and FrecklesFreckles vs. Sun SpotsProtecting Your SkinWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Sun Exposure and Freckles Freckles vs. Sun Spots Protecting Your Skin When to See a Provider You may have wondered why freckles develop and if they are a sign of sun damage. These brown dots can occur on any color of skin. They appear due to genetics and exposure to the sun....

Key TakeawaysFrozen vegetables are often flash-frozen shortly after harvesting to preserve their peak nutritional quality.Frozen vegetables are minimally-processed, but this level of processing does not come with the same health risks as ultra-processing.Many nutrition experts recommend adding more vegetables in any form to your diet. Key Takeaways Frozen vegetables are often flash-frozen shortly after harvesting to preserve their peak nutritional quality.Frozen vegetables are minimally-processed, but this level of processing does not come with the same health risks as ultra-processing....

Key Takeaways Getting a mani-pedi is a self-care routine most people associate with relaxation and rejuvenation, but new research reveals it may come with significant health hazards. Through studying these devices, which are marketed as being safe, the researchers found that one 20-minute session with one of these devices resulted in 20% to 30% cell death. Three consecutive 20-minute sessions, meanwhile, led to between 65% and 70% cell death, and exposure also caused mitochondrial and DNA damage in the leftover cells....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNutrientsWhat the Research SaysGrapes and Weight LossDrawbacks Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Nutrients What the Research Says Grapes and Weight Loss Drawbacks If you’re working toward reaching a healthy weight,grapescan be a tasty, satisfying, and nutritious part of your daily routine. Grapes are low-calorie and low-fat. They make a great snack and can also brighten up a meal. Here’s a look at why grapes are a good food to consider for weight loss....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefits of GrapesGrapes NutritionGrape Types: Which Is Healthier?Who Should Avoid Grapes? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits of Grapes Grapes Nutrition Grape Types: Which Is Healthier? Who Should Avoid Grapes? There are many types of grapes, including red, green (white), and purple. In addition, some grapes are bred to be seedless. This popular fruit is loaded with nutrients. Grapes have been associated with preventing cancer,heart disease,high blood pressure, andconstipation....

How deep graves are dug at a burial site will depend on local practice and where you live, despite the expression of “6 feet under” as a common euphemism for death. It is based on the idea that the standard depth of a grave is 6 feet, but some graves in a cemetery may be 2 feet or 4 feet deep. Still, there are a lot of theories and explanations about the belief that graves are always 6 feet deep....