Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFrequent SymptomsRare SymptomsComplicationsWhen to Seek CareNext in Graves’ disease GuideCauses and Risk Factors of Graves’ Disease Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Frequent Symptoms Rare Symptoms Complications When to Seek Care Next in Graves’ disease Guide Listen to this article(4 minutes) Graves' diseaseis an autoimmune disorder that can causehyperthyroidism(overactive thyroid).Your thyroid secretes hormones that regulate yourmetabolism, which is how your body controls energy....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFoodsSpecial DietsMedical CausesDrugs and SupplementsPregnancyBabies and ChildrenSeek Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Foods Special Diets Medical Causes Drugs and Supplements Pregnancy Babies and Children Seek Medical Care Green stool—poop/feces that has a greenish color—means you may have eaten something that was green, blue, or purple. However, it is also a common side effect of iron supplements and some medications....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEffect on MetabolismHealth ImpactSide EffectsForms and Usage Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Effect on Metabolism Health Impact Side Effects Forms and Usage In terms of safety, how you consume green tea matters. Research suggests it is safe to drink green tea in moderation if you have thyroid disease. Drinking large amounts of green tea or using green tea extracts, however, should be avoided because it may interact with thyroid medication and negatively affect T3, T4, and TSH levels....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhich Grape Is Better?Nutrition FactsSimilaritiesDifferences Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Which Grape Is Better? Nutrition Facts Similarities Differences Red and green grapes both contain antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. However, red grapes have anthocyanins, which are not found in green grapes. Red grapes also contain more of the antioxidant resveratrol. Cavan Images / Getty Images The Verdict: Which Grape Is Better? Which grape is best depends on what you are looking for....

Broken bones are common injuries, and many children will experience at least one fracture (break) in their growing years. How they happen—and how we treat them—can be very different in children than adults. Because a child’s bone is growing rapidly, it has more flexibility and may not break all of the way across the bone or into pieces. This type of break is commonly referred to as a greenstick fracture....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesDiagnosisHome RemediesTreatmentPreventionWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Diagnosis Home Remedies Treatment Prevention When to See a Provider This article looks at eight possible causes of groin pain when walking, including how they are diagnosed and treated. Seamind Panadda/EyeEm/Getty Images What Are the Causes of Groin Pain? The groin is a complex structure consisting of muscles, tendons, ligaments, bones, joints, blood vessels, and nerves....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhen to WorryCommon CausesUncommon CausesTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents When to Worry Common Causes Uncommon Causes Treatment Groin pain can stem from various issues, ranging from muscle strains and hip arthritis toinguinalhernias and kidney stones. Groin pain often worsens upon sitting due to how the hip flexes in this position. TheRICE method(Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) can help relieve pain, but more advanced treatments or physical therapy may be necessary in some cases....

Ground zero cancer refers to cancers associated with the material people were exposed to after the 9/11 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center. Dust from Ground Zero contained high levels of carcinogens and dangerous material including cement dust, glass fibers, asbestos, lead,polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons,polychlorinated biphenyls,organochlorinepesticides, andpolychlorinated furansand dioxins. Thousands of first responders, recovery workers, residents, and employees who spent time in the area were exposed to this toxic dust, which may have increased their risk of certain types of cancer....

Key TakeawaysPreliminary research findings presented at Digestive Disease Week 2022 showed that growing up with a dog might be linked to a lower risk of Crohn’s disease later in life.The study showed that early life dog exposure is associated with lower levels of fecal calprotectin, improved barrier function, and an altered microbiome.Researchers say that the hygiene hypothesis may account for the study’s findings—that is, people who are exposed to more microbes when they’re young develop stronger immune systems....

Key TakeawaysThe latest IPCC report highlights the link between climate change and food insecurity.The report says there is still time to make changes, such as reducing food waste and improving land management.Community-based organizations such as GrowNYC are findings ways to tackle climate challenges locally and provide sustainable food access. Key Takeaways The latest IPCC report highlights the link between climate change and food insecurity.The report says there is still time to make changes, such as reducing food waste and improving land management....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageToxicityInteractionsStorageSimilar SupplementsFrequently Asked QuestionsSources & What to Look For Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Side Effects Precautions Dosage Toxicity Interactions Storage Similar Supplements Frequently Asked Questions Sources & What to Look For In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not regulate supplements the way it regulates prescription drugs. That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says....

According to an NBC analysis, almost240 anti-LGBTQ+ billswere filed across the United States in the first few months of 2022. That’s about three bills filed every day from January to March. While the legislation takes aim at a range of rights for people in the LGBTQ+ community, over half of the bills specifically set out to restrict the rights of transgender adults and teens. To help families navigate this terrifying time, authors Stephanie Brill andRachel Pepperare releasing a revised version of their 2008 book, “The Transgender Child: A Handbook for Parents and Professionals Supporting Transgender and Non-binary Children....

Aging is an inevitable result of living, andwrinklesare a sign of aging. Collagen in the dermis is made up of fibers of protein that, along with elastin, give strength, support, and resilience to the skin. Collagen production starts to slow down as early as a person’s 30s. The strands break up and decrease in number and elongate. This, along with hyperactive facial muscles, sun damage, and years of tobacco use all contribute to wrinkle formation....