Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow it WorksUsesIngredientsDosageSide EffectsPrecautions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How it Works Uses Ingredients Dosage Side Effects Precautions There are different types of Gaviscon available on drugstore shelves. While generally safe for use, Gaviscon may cause indigestion and other mild side effects. Gaviscon can also interact with certain drugs. This article explains the benefits, ingredients, and usage of the antacid Gaviscon. It also describes the potential risks of Gaviscon and how to use the drug safely....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Does It Look Like?Where Are the Sores?SymptomsOther ConditionsDiagnosisWhen to See a ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Does It Look Like? Where Are the Sores? Symptoms Other Conditions Diagnosis When to See a Provider Frequently Asked Questions Genital herpesis a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can cause sores in various places on the body.Blister-like lesions may appear in the genital area, anus, thighs, and buttocks....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGERD and Heart PalpitationsCauses of Heart PalpitationsRisk Factors for GERDHow Heart Palpitations Are DiagnosedTreating GERDFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents GERD and Heart Palpitations Causes of Heart Palpitations Risk Factors for GERD How Heart Palpitations Are Diagnosed Treating GERD Frequently Asked Questions Gastroesophageal reflux, or GERD, is a condition that impacts the stomach and the esophagus. The stomach is full of acidic fluid that helps break down food contents....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGeritol vs. Prenatal VitaminsVitamins and FertilityRisks of VitaminsIncreasing Fertility Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Geritol vs. Prenatal Vitamins Vitamins and Fertility Risks of Vitamins Increasing Fertility There is no scientific evidence to support that Geritol can increase your chances of conceiving, nor does the manufacturer make any fertility claims. They also make clear that Geritol is not formulated to meet the needs of people who are pregnant or nursing....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOriginsRecipeEvidenceAlternativesFAQ Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Origins Recipe Evidence Alternatives FAQ Are gin-soaked raisins the natural cure that some people claim, or simply a myth? This article takes a closer look at the origins of this claim, how it works, and the evidence in support of it. Origins of Golden Raisins and Gin Like many folk remedies, it is difficult to trace the origin of gin-soaked raisins....

Key TakeawaysGinkgo biloba is linked to improved cognitive ability in acute stroke patients.A new study on ginkgo biloba used an intravenous version of the supplement rather than the oral version most consumers are familiar with.Ginkgo biloba is not approved for any medical use in the U.S., although it is available as a supplement. Key Takeaways Ginkgo biloba is linked to improved cognitive ability in acute stroke patients.A new study on ginkgo biloba used an intravenous version of the supplement rather than the oral version most consumers are familiar with....

If you followthe gluten-free dietand want to eliminate every trace of gluten in your house, you need to look to your pets' bowls along with your own food: dog and cat foods—especially dry foods—frequently contain whole wheat and pure wheat gluten, and many also contain the gluten grain barley. Westend61/Getty Images Manufacturers use wheat gluten along with protein from corn in pet foods because those foods need to contain protein to be nutritionally complete, and wheat and corn are much less expensive than animal-based proteins from beef, poultry, or fish....

Key TakeawaysWhen used in conjunction with other disease surveillance strategies, Google Trends may be a useful tool for helping scientists predict infectious disease hotspots.Examined retroactively, popular search queries can help scientists glean information about diseases—for instance, “loss of taste” as a symptom of coronavirus. Key Takeaways When used in conjunction with other disease surveillance strategies, Google Trends may be a useful tool for helping scientists predict infectious disease hotspots.Examined retroactively, popular search queries can help scientists glean information about diseases—for instance, “loss of taste” as a symptom of coronavirus....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageToxicityInteractionsHow to StoreFrequently Asked QuestionsSources & What to Look For Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Side Effects Precautions Dosage Toxicity Interactions How to Store Frequently Asked Questions Sources & What to Look For Grape seed extract (Vitis vinifera,GSE) is a natural substance available in capsule and tablet form. Typically made fromgrapeseeds left over from wine production, it has been studied for possible benefits in heart health, diabetes management, and high blood pressure treatment....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCatechins and RADietary UseDosage and IntakeSelecting/BrewingBuying SupplementsSide Effects/Warnings Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Catechins and RA Dietary Use Dosage and Intake Selecting/Brewing Buying Supplements Side Effects/Warnings Green tea may help prevent and treatrheumatoid arthritis(RA). That’s believed to be due to theantioxidantsit contains. These antioxidants are calledcatechins. Polyphenols are a type of catechin. These substances stabilize molecules—free radicals—that have become unstable for a variety of reasons....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHair LossConnectionTreatmentWhen to Seek Medical CareFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Hair Loss Connection Treatment When to Seek Medical Care Frequently Asked Questions Ankylosing spondylitis(AS) andhair losscan occur at the same time for many reasons, including as a side effect of certain drugs used to treat the pain and swelling that occur with thischronic inflammatory disease. In some cases, hair loss may be a symptom of a different health problem that also exists....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Hair Loss?Is Hair Loss a Symptom of Diabetes?Treatment and Management of Hair LossWhen to Call Your Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Hair Loss? Is Hair Loss a Symptom of Diabetes? Treatment and Management of Hair Loss When to Call Your Healthcare Provider This article will explore whether hair loss could be a symptom of diabetes, potential causes of hair loss, and treatment options....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Alopecia?SymptomsTreatment and ManagementWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Alopecia? Symptoms Treatment and Management When to See a Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Hair loss is common in people living withlupus. The autoimmune disease causes body-wide inflammation that attacks the joints and skin, including the scalp. This can result in hair loss (alopecia)....