Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRisky CombinationsWhat to Do If You Take ThemWhen to Seek Medical CareChecking for Interactions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Risky Combinations What to Do If You Take Them When to Seek Medical Care Checking for Interactions With age and new (or more) chronic health conditions, it’s common for people to need prescription medications. Many people also use over-the-counter products and supplements to meet their health needs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFirst Signs of ALSDiagnosisAfter DiagnosisFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents First Signs of ALS Diagnosis After Diagnosis Frequently Asked Questions Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis(ALS) affects the motor neurons (nerve cells) that control voluntary movement. The early symptoms of ALS tend to affect your extremities or sometimes your breathing andeating. Over time, movement, speech, chewing and swallowing, and breathing are affected....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEarly SignsOsteoporosis StagingDiagnosisNext StepsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Early Signs Osteoporosis Staging Diagnosis Next Steps Frequently Asked Questions Osteoporosisis sometimes called a “silent disease” because it often has no symptoms. In many cases, osteoporosis has been progressing for years, but a person is only diagnosed when they break a bone. However, there are some early warning signs of osteoporosis....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMethodsAftercareSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Methods Aftercare Seeking Medical Care Many corn removal methods involve eliminating the source of friction so your skin can heal. Most corns improve with conservative treatment that uses home remedies or over-the-counter products. While these treatments can produce results, they can’t remove a corn on your foot overnight. Corns, which are hardened layers of skin resulting from friction, can also be removed with surgery....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAnti-Inflammatory EffectsNutrients and AntioxidantsInflammatory Bowel DiseaseBlood SugarFat LossGERDSkin HealthMinor BurnsMouth SoresHow Much Aloe Vera Is Good for Me?Precautions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Anti-Inflammatory Effects Nutrients and Antioxidants Inflammatory Bowel Disease Blood Sugar Fat Loss GERD Skin Health Minor Burns Mouth Sores How Much Aloe Vera Is Good for Me? Precautions For centuries, people have used aloe vera, both topically and orally, to treat various conditions such as acne, rashes, burns, weight loss, diabetes, hepatitis, and digestive issues....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSauerkraut BenefitsWho Should Avoid It?Can You Eat It Daily?Best Kind of Sauerkraut Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Sauerkraut Benefits Who Should Avoid It? Can You Eat It Daily? Best Kind of Sauerkraut Sauerkraut is a chopped, raw, fermented cabbage dish. During the fermentation process, sauerkraut goes through a chemical breakdown that helps boost its nutritional profile. Because sauerkraut is a rich source ofprobiotics, vitamins, and minerals, it helps aid in digestion, boost immunity, and may offer multiple other potential benefits....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRiboflavin (B2)Coenzyme Q10MagnesiumVitamin DMelatoninButterburFeverfewZincOmega-3 Fatty AcidsNatural Remedies Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Riboflavin (B2) Coenzyme Q10 Magnesium Vitamin D Melatonin Butterbur Feverfew Zinc Omega-3 Fatty Acids Natural Remedies Whether you’re exploring supplements for migraine prevention because you prefer a more natural treatment or you haven’t had success with other options, you’re in good company. Supplements are becoming popular as either sole migraine therapies or combined with migraine medications....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhite FlourProcessed MeatsFried FoodsDairy ProductsEggsSweetsRed MeatGlutenBananasOther SubstancesTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents White Flour Processed Meats Fried Foods Dairy Products Eggs Sweets Red Meat Gluten Bananas Other Substances Treatment Foods to avoid when constipated include white bread, dairy, red meat, and fried foods because they may slow digestion and create hardened stools. Certain medical conditions can make you more likely to get constipated....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPressure PointsBenefitsSide EffectsWhat to ExpectFinding Practictioners Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Pressure Points Benefits Side Effects What to Expect Finding Practictioners PeterHermesFurian / Getty Images Where Are the Foot Pressure Points? There are multiplepressure pointsin the feet, and each is believed to have a corresponding area in the body that may benefit from distant pressure or massage. Below is a list of foot pressure points with the corresponding regions of the body these pressure points might be linked to....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsCalories BurnedTechnique and FormDuration Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Calories Burned Technique and Form Duration A rowing machine—orergometer—is a piece of stationary workout equipment that mimics the movement of rowing a boat. Rowing is a good, low-impact exercise that works your upper and lower body with each stroke, strengthening and toning your muscles. This exercise can help you build endurance while going easy on your joints....

Raisins are dehydrated grapes and come in two varieties: black (from red grapes) and golden (from green grapes). They are sweet—though they don’t contain any added sugar—and chewy. Raisins are packed with minerals and antioxidants, contributing to many health benefits. There are many ways to enjoy raisins, including on their own, blended into foods, baked in baked goods, as a topping, or even as a mild sweetener in savory recipes....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFormsTraditional UsesMedicinal BenefitsSide Effects and Interactions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Forms Traditional Uses Medicinal Benefits Side Effects and Interactions Lemongrass—whose scientific name isCymbopogon citratus—is an edible herb traditionally used in certain cuisines andaromatherapy. It may also be useful for medicinal purposes, with research showing potential gut, immune, and mental health benefits. This article provides an overview of possible culinary and medicinal uses for lemongrass in essential oil and dried forms, also outlining the herb’s common side effects and interactions....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHealth BenefitsSpinach NutritionWho Should Avoid It?Preparation and Nutrition Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Health Benefits Spinach Nutrition Who Should Avoid It? Preparation and Nutrition Spinach is a leafy green, fast-growing plant. It’s rich in nutrients and antioxidants that may benefit eye health, reduce oxidative stress, prevent cancer, and lower blood pressure. You can buy fresh, canned, or frozenspinach, which can be enjoyed in various ways, including in salads, side dishes, and smoothies....