“Yo-yo dieting” is a term that refers to a cyclical way of eating—with periods of restriction and then often overeating—that results in a pattern of weight loss and regain. While yo-yo dieting may result in initial weight loss due to restrictive eating habits, it’s usually temporary—you may regain weight when you return to your typical eating pattern. Plus, eating this way can lead to many physical and mental health issues, includingdisordered eating habits....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDry Eye SyndromeBlepharitisSevere Eye AllergiesWhat Can Be Done?Unusual PrescriptionsContact Lens IntoleranceKeratoconusFrequent Eye InfectionsDusty EnvironmentSigns of Irritation Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Dry Eye Syndrome Blepharitis Severe Eye Allergies What Can Be Done? Unusual Prescriptions Contact Lens Intolerance Keratoconus Frequent Eye Infections Dusty Environment Signs of Irritation Ready to trade your eyeglasses forcontact lenses? Many people excitedly make an appointment to try contact lenses, only to be told they shouldn’t wear them....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefits to Your BodyDownsidesCollagen-Rich FoodsHow Much Do You Need? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits to Your Body Downsides Collagen-Rich Foods How Much Do You Need? Collagen is a protein that’s naturally found in the human body.It helps make up the skin, bones, and cartilage.However, as we age, the body’s collagen production breaks down. Collagen supplements in pill, liquid, or powder form are usually made usinghydrolyzedorcollagen peptides, tiny pieces of animal collagen....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFig BenefitsNutritionWho Should Avoid It?Eating Figs Daily Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Fig Benefits Nutrition Who Should Avoid It? Eating Figs Daily Figs (orFicus carica) are a fruit native to western Asia.Before sugar became a popular and accessible dietary ingredient, figs had long been used to sweeten desserts. Packed with nutrients that offer a variety of health benefits, research shows figs are linked toimproved digestive health, anti-inflammatory conditions, blood sugar levels, bone strength, and more....

HIVprevention is about more than just following rules. It’s about knowing the risks and understanding howHIV is transmittedandnot transmitted. It’s about taking that extra step to educate yourself about both new and traditional forms of HIV prevention. Most of all, it’s about knowing yourself.In the end, every person is different. Some people aremore vulnerable to infectionthan others. Others may have specific goals, like starting a family or getting pregnant, that require special considerations and carry different risks....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSinus Pressure PointsHow to Do AcupressureSeeing a Practitioner Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Sinus Pressure Points How to Do Acupressure Seeing a Practitioner Sinus pressure is an uncomfortable complicationof nasal congestion orsinusitis. Many medications are available to help treat congestion and dry your sinuses. Pressure point manipulation is a complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) practice that may be able to offer you immediate, natural relief....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsStarchy VegetablesRed and Processed MeatProcessed FruitWhite RiceSodaSalty SnacksBreaded FishCondiments and Salad DressingFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Starchy Vegetables Red and Processed Meat Processed Fruit White Rice Soda Salty Snacks Breaded Fish Condiments and Salad Dressing Frequently Asked Questions Cutting back on these foods can improve your overall health and help you lower your risk of diabetes and other diseases associated with diabetes....

Kathleen Finlay / Getty Images Since supplements are largely unregulated in the United States, non-food remedies that claim to prevent the flu or keep you healthy may overpromise and underdeliver. Yet supplement sales continue to climb, with revenue from vitamin and nutritional supplement production reaching nearly 31 billion dollars in the United States in 2018. So, which supplements are worth the investment? While remaining mindful of each person’s unique nutritional needs and requirements, we asked registered dietitians what they keep stocked in their homes duringcold and flu season....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsProtects Your Heart HealthStrengthens Bones and JointsBoosts Your Immune SystemPromotes Weight LossImproves Brain HealthImproves Mental HealthHelps Build CommunityExtends LifespanStarting a Walking Routine Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Protects Your Heart Health Strengthens Bones and Joints Boosts Your Immune System Promotes Weight Loss Improves Brain Health Improves Mental Health Helps Build Community Extends Lifespan Starting a Walking Routine Many medical professionals and health organizations advocate the importance of regular physical activity to promote health and well-being....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsPotential DownsidesWho Should Use ThemHow to Use Walking PolesExercise TechniquesWalking Poles vs. Trekking PolesWhat to Look For Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Potential Downsides Who Should Use Them How to Use Walking Poles Exercise Techniques Walking Poles vs. Trekking Poles What to Look For When you use a single pole, it’s usually called a stick or staff. When you use two, they are usually known as trekking poles....

Whether you experience tenderness and aching or significant pain and jaw locking due totemporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), avoiding things that make TMJ disorder worse is an important part of managing your condition and reducing flare-ups.The temporomandibular joint connects your jaw to your skull. You use it every day while eating, drinking, and talking. A small disc in the joint allows the bones of your jaw to slip and slide normally.With TMJ disorder, the disc becomes displaced, leading to clicking, snapping, and limited jaw movement....

Your care team will discuss your chemotherapy plan in advance, which can help ease your anxiety. Here are eight things to help you through your first chemotherapy treatment. Knowing these tips and the side effects to expect will make you feel more confident and prepared going into your first session. Simon Jarratt / Corbis/VCG / Getty Images 1Ask About the Chemo MedicationsEvery chemotherapy infusion includes a mix of drugs. Some are cancer-killing drugs, while others are medications that help ease side effects....

Eating food beyond the expiration date or not storing perishable food properly are steps most people know are necessary to avoid foodborne illness. However, if you find yourself without electricity or clean running water, it can be challenging to eat safely. Food safety practices are difficult to maintain when the daily norm has changed. Usually, we can rely on the ability to heat our food with our oven, cool our food in our freezer, and sanitize our dishes with hot running clean water....