Magnesium helps regulate blood sugar levels and supports muscle and nerve function.But, despite its significant role in the body, many people don’t get enough of this nutrient. Recent research suggests that up to 60% of adults don’t consume enough magnesium in their diet, and up to 45% of Americans are magnesium deficient. Daniel de la Hoz / Getty Images People in certain age groups may also be more likely to become magnesium deficient, Gans said....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsExercise BenefitsExercises for Knee PainPrecautions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Exercise Benefits Exercises for Knee Pain Precautions You may be wondering how to exercise with bad knees to lose weight. Whether you have arthritis, a knee injury, or another cause ofknee pain, there are still plenty of exercises you can do to lose weight while also improving knee pain and overall fitness....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat to UseBased on Skin TypeBased on Body PartHow Often Should You Exfoliate?What Does Exfoliation Do?When to Stop ExfoliatingAt-Home ExfoliationProfessional ExfoliationMedical Exfoliation Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What to Use Based on Skin Type Based on Body Part How Often Should You Exfoliate? What Does Exfoliation Do? When to Stop Exfoliating At-Home Exfoliation Professional Exfoliation Medical Exfoliation Exfoliating removes dead skin cells and can give your skin a healthier, smoother appearance....

High-functioning autism(HFA), now called autism with low support needs, can be tricky to explain to others, as the autism traits may not be as obvious as they often appear in autistic children with moreintense traitsand high support needs. People may notice certain behaviors in your child but just think your child is “odd,” which can be stigmatizing and hurtful. All autistic people have challenges with social communication and tend to engage in repetitive, intensely focused behaviors....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Long Can I Stay?Reasons to Stay LongerReasons for DenialHow to AppealHow to Fight the Hospital Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Long Can I Stay? Reasons to Stay Longer Reasons for Denial How to Appeal How to Fight the Hospital If you have been hospitalized and feel that you’re being released too early, there are steps you can take to start appealing a discharge from the hospital....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFoods Without ItFoods With TracesNonfood SourcesGluten TermsItems Without Gluten Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Foods Without It Foods With Traces Nonfood Sources Gluten Terms Items Without Gluten Glutenis a naturally occurring protein in some grains, including wheat, rye,barley, and more. You’ll find these grains in common foods, such as breads and other baked goods, cereals, and soups.Gluten also appears in some surprising foods, medications, and other nonfood items....

If you think your healthcare provider has acted wrongly, there are ways to report a doctor for unprofessional behavior. When your healthcare provider is to blame for something wrong that happened to you, there are avenues you can take to file a complaint. This article walks you through the process, from figuring out whom to speak with to how to report a doctor or other healthcare provider for unprofessional or unethical behavior....

People withceliac diseaseface complicated nutritional challenges, even if they are following the gluten-free diet. First, they must recover (as much as possible) from the nutrientmalabsorptionthat occurred while they were still eating gluten, which might have caused anemia, low bone mineral density andosteoporosis, vitamin deficiencies, and other problems. As if that weren’t enough, unlike gluten-containing products in the supermarket, few commercial gluten-free products are enriched or fortified with extra vitamins, making it difficult for people with celiac disease to get enough vitamins in their diet....

Key TakeawaysCulturally and linguistically sensitive therapists bring awareness and knowledge to the sessions. They also tend to be conscious of values, assumptions, and biases regarding racial and ethnic groups.In 2015, only 31% of Black and Hispanic Americans and 22% of Asian Americans received mental health services, compared to 48% of Whites.Finding a therapist takes time. To see if a therapist is a good fit, mental health experts recommend leveraging consultations....

Key Takeaways The novel COVID-19 hit nursing homes hard this year—making it especially difficult for people attempting to choose a nursing home during this time. What should you look for if you’re looking for a nursing home, especially in the age of COVID-19? To help with the decision, U.S. News and World Report recently released its annualBest Nursing Homes rankings. The rankings include more than 15,000 nursing homes and separate ratings for short-term rehabilitation care and long-term chronic care facilities....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesBenefitsFinding a GroupOther ResourcesFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Benefits Finding a Group Other Resources Frequently Asked Questions Joining a support group can help a person withepilepsymeet others who understand their experiences, provide a place to share resources, and foster a sense of community. Epilepsy, sometimes called a seizure disorder, is a condition in which a person has two or more unprovoked seizures....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOnline and In-Person GroupsFacebook Support GroupsCaregiver Support GroupsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Online and In-Person Groups Facebook Support Groups Caregiver Support Groups Frequently Asked Questions Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD) is an irreversible inflammatory disease of the lungs that makes it more difficult to breathe over time. The disease causes changes to the tissues inside the lungs that can make your lungs less efficient at moving oxygen in and carbon dioxide out of your body....

Dental care can be expensive. In fact, many people put off dental treatment due to high costs. Whether you’re holding back due to a lack of insurance or high copays and benefit caps with yourdental insurance plan, there are options for free, low cost, or sliding scaledental care. Dean Mitchell / Getty Images It’s important to note that the availability of these services will depend on where you live. While some options are open to everyone, others depend on your income level or eligibility for government programs....