Key Takeaways1 in 4 deaths in the United States every year are from cardiovascular disease. It’s the leading cause of death in Americans.February is American Heart Month, which raises awareness about heart disease and ways to prevent it.Including heart-healthy foods and drinks in your diet is one way that you can lower your risk of cardiovascular disease. Key Takeaways 1 in 4 deaths in the United States every year are from cardiovascular disease....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGingerFennelChamomileChinese HerbsPycnogenolCinnamonPeppermint Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Ginger Fennel Chamomile Chinese Herbs Pycnogenol Cinnamon Peppermint When seeking natural remedies, herbs formenstrual crampsmay be worth considering. Rachel Husband / Photographer’s Choice RF / Getty Images This article explores some of the herbs people may try for treating menstrual cramps as well as what the current research says. However, even if supplements are third-party tested, that doesn’t mean they are necessarily safe for all or effective in general....

Varicose veinsare enlarged, twisted veins that are usually bluish purple. It is a common condition, affecting approximately 23% of adults in the United States. While there is no cure for varicose veins, home remedies may help reduce symptoms of the condition. They include self-care measures such as exercise, weight loss, wearing compression stockings, and more. This article discusses how home remedies may help reduce the appearance and discomfort of varicose veins, as well as their limitations....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMenstrual SymptomsSkin SymptomsDigestive SymptomsMood SymptomsWeight SymptomsHair SymptomsSleep SymptomsSex SymptomsFertility SymptomsMedication CausesTestsTreatmentNatural Remedies Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Menstrual Symptoms Skin Symptoms Digestive Symptoms Mood Symptoms Weight Symptoms Hair Symptoms Sleep Symptoms Sex Symptoms Fertility Symptoms Medication Causes Tests Treatment Natural Remedies Hormones are chemical messengers that affect many body processes, such as sexual function, reproduction, metabolism, and mood. You can develop an imbalance due to natural hormonal transitions or certain medical conditions....

1MoreCreative / Getty Images When switching to alow glycemic index (GI)diet, you don’t have to change your entire diet. Instead, this way of eating entails choosing foods that are nutritious but also have a lower GI. Low-GI foods do not raise your blood sugar as much as high-GI foods. For example, it’s best to choose a low-GI apple over high-GI peaches or pineapple. Choosing low-GI foods for breakfast will keep your blood sugar levels stable, while also giving you the energy you need to move forward with your day....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsLack of Early SymptomsSymptoms Over TimeGetting Enough MagnesiumTesting for MagnesiumRisks if UntreatedTreatmentToo Much Magnesium Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Lack of Early Symptoms Symptoms Over Time Getting Enough Magnesium Testing for Magnesium Risks if Untreated Treatment Too Much Magnesium Magnesium is an essential mineral vital for regulating your heart rhythm; muscle, nerve, and brain functions; and energy levels.Low magnesium can occur when you don’t get enough magnesium in your diet, your body doesn’t absorb it well, or you excrete too much....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Eat and Drink Be Aware of Triggers Tilt Your Head Into Turns Focus on Breathing Avoid Reading in Transit Look at the Horizon Pressure Points Ginger Root While there’s no single explanation for why only some people get motion sickness or why they can get it in some situations but not others, here are simple strategies that may help to prevent or reduce the symptoms....

Women withpolycystic ovary syndrome(PCOS) often have questions about their condition that they may be embarrassed to ask about. To help make sense of it all, medical experts answer nine of some of the most embarrassing PCOS questions. Laura Allegri / EyeEm / Getty Images Why Does Metformin Cause Diarrhea? You may be aware that a big side effect of metformin is diarrhea. But why does it do that, and especially after a meal?...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesFacial RednessTreatmentMoisturizersFAQs Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Facial Redness Treatment Moisturizers FAQs Redness of the nose can affect anyone. Some people are more likely to develop a red nose, such as those who regularly drink alcohol in excess. Many other health conditions and disorders, includingrosaceaandperioral dermatitis, can also lead to a red nose. This article discusses the possible causes of a red nose and what you can do to manage it....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWith YourselfWith a PartnerHow to Have an OrgasmGet Benefits Without Orgasm Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents With Yourself With a Partner How to Have an Orgasm Get Benefits Without Orgasm Orgasms offer more than just pleasure. They are scientifically proven to improve physical, emotional, and psychological health. From reducing stress to boosting immune function, improving sleep, and relieving pain, orgasms—with yourself or a partner—benefit the body and mind....

“Gut health” refers to how well the gastrointestinal tract functions. Thegut microbiomeis made up of bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Some microorganisms in the gut are harmful, while others are beneficial. Several symptoms can occur if the “good” and “bad” bacteria in the gut become unbalanced. Signs of an unhealthy gut include fatigue, upset stomach, skin irritation, and more.Fortunately, there are several ways to promote healthy bacteria growth and improve gut health....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUveitisObesityMetabolic SyndromeType 2 DiabetesCardiovascular DiseaseOsteoporosisInflammatory Bowel DiseaseMetabolic Dysfunction-associated Steatotic Liver DiseaseCancer Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uveitis Obesity Metabolic Syndrome Type 2 Diabetes Cardiovascular Disease Osteoporosis Inflammatory Bowel Disease Metabolic Dysfunction-associated Steatotic Liver Disease Cancer Psoriatic arthritisis a complex disease that mainly affects the joints but that can also cause problems in other parts of the body. Over time, the persistent inflammation may begin to affect the eyes, bones, heart, and liver, and increase the risk of gout, depression, diabetes, and cancer....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTension HeadachePoor PostureSpinal Fluid LeakageCervical ArthritisPhysical ExertionOccipital NeuralgiaMigraineDehydrationCluster HeadacheWhen to Seek Treatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Tension Headache Poor Posture Spinal Fluid Leakage Cervical Arthritis Physical Exertion Occipital Neuralgia Migraine Dehydration Cluster Headache When to Seek Treatment A headache in the back of the head can have many causes. These includeprimary headacheslike migraines which occur on their own without an underlying cause andsecondary headacheswhich are symptoms of an underlying disease or condition....