Adapalene vs. Retinol: Which One Is Right For You?

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAdapalene vs. Retinol: How Are They Different?How Do They Work?Which Works Better?Side EffectsWho Should Not Use ThemChoosing Between Adapalene and RetinolOther Similar Skin Care Treatments Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Adapalene vs. Retinol: How Are They Different? How Do They Work? Which Works Better? Side Effects Who Should Not Use Them Choosing Between Adapalene and Retinol Other Similar Skin Care Treatments...

January 17, 2025 · 16 min · 3244 words · Billy Lopez

Adaptogens: What Are They and Should You Take Them?

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsOther Adaptogen SourcesHow They WorkAre They Effective?Adaptogen SupplementsSide Effects Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Other Adaptogen Sources How They Work Are They Effective? Adaptogen Supplements Side Effects Adaptogensare active compounds believed to help your body adapt to stress. They are thought to have several health benefits and may be useful for exercise recovery, stress relief, hormone balance, and immune function.Like many herbs and supplements, though, there is limited scientific evidence to support these uses....

January 17, 2025 · 14 min · 2863 words · Mario Wheeler

Add Cognition and Addiction to the List of Things Ozempic Might Improve

Key Takeaways Semaglutide, marketed under Ozempic, Rybelsus, and Wegovy, depending on its formulation and use, is mainly a treatment for type 2 diabetes. However, the benefits of the drug extend beyond treating the condition. Not only has semaglutide been making headlines as an effective treatment for obesity, but research has also indicated it could help reduce the risk ofheart attackandimprove sleep apnea. A recent study examining whether semaglutide could raise the risk of neurological conditions provided reassuring evidence to the contrary....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1351 words · Thomas Hawkins

Add These Preventive Cancer Screenings to Your Calendar

Cancer screeningsare designed to find cancer early when it’s treatable and curable. Cancer screenings are based on the identified type of cancer, gender, age, andrisk factors. Cancer PreventionLiving a healthy lifestyle helps prevent cancer. For example, eating fresh fruits and vegetables, exercising, and refraining from smoking and drinking help prevent cancer. Cancer Prevention Living a healthy lifestyle helps prevent cancer. For example, eating fresh fruits and vegetables, exercising, and refraining from smoking and drinking help prevent cancer....

January 17, 2025 · 4 min · 699 words · Erin Francis

ADD vs. ADHD

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsADD or ADHD?SubtypesSymptomsDiagnosisADHD in Adults Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents ADD or ADHD? Subtypes Symptoms Diagnosis ADHD in Adults ADD and ADHD are terms used to describe the same disorder. Attention deficit disorder (ADD) is an outdated term, while ADHD or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is the officially used term.Some people, however, use the term ADD interchangeably with ADHD, and others consider ADD to be a subtype of ADHD....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1532 words · Mason Rivas

Adderall Shortage: What to Do If Your ADHD Medications Are Unavailable

Key TakeawaysThe FDA declared a nationwide shortage of immediate-release Adderall last week.While Adderall shortages are not uncommon, an increase in ADHD diagnoses in recent years may have contributed to increased demand for the treatment.Several generic versions and extended-release formulas are still available. Experts say you can ask pharmacists to partially fill your order, or try a generic brand in the meantime. Key Takeaways The FDA declared a nationwide shortage of immediate-release Adderall last week....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1105 words · Diana Hanson

Adderall Withdrawal Symptoms and How to Manage Them

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSigns and SymptomsWithdrawal Symptoms TimelineTreatmentPreventionCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs and Symptoms Withdrawal Symptoms Timeline Treatment Prevention Coping Adderall withdrawal occurs when a person experiences a “crash” as the effects of the drug, most commonly used to treatADHD traits and symptoms, wear off. The physical and mental symptoms (includingfatigueanddepression) can be subtle or severe, though not everyone will experience Adderall withdrawal....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1185 words · Ronald Wong

Adderall XR vs. IR: How Are They Different?

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMain DifferencesDosingSide Effects and SafetyWho Should Take Adderall XR vs. IR? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Main Differences Dosing Side Effects and Safety Who Should Take Adderall XR vs. IR? There are two formulations of Adderall: Adderall extended-release (XR) and Adderall immediate-release (IR). Adderall IR (dextroamphetamine/amphetamine), the immediate-release form of Adderall, is used to treatattention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)and a sleep disorder callednarcolepsy....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1333 words · Pamela Holmes

Addictive Personality: Traits, Red Flags, and Risk Factors

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAddictive PersonalityTraitsRecognizing AddictionDiagnosing AddictionGetting Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Addictive Personality Traits Recognizing Addiction Diagnosing Addiction Getting Help No single personality type makes someone more prone to addiction; however, many factors tend to lead to addictive behavior.It’s essential to examine the behaviors that qualify as addiction and how these are—and are not—related to certain personality traits. Luis Alvarez / Getty Images...

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1142 words · Margaret Gonzalez

Adding a Spoonful of Honey to Yogurt Might Give Probiotics a Boost

Key TakeawaysAdding clover honey to yogurt may help probiotics survive digestion better than other types of honey.The enhanced probiotic survival from honey does not necessarily result in improved digestive health, researchers say.Nutrition experts say adding a small amount of honey to yogurt may improve the flavor for people who don’t enjoy yogurt on its own. Key Takeaways Adding clover honey to yogurt may help probiotics survive digestion better than other types of honey....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1332 words · Alex Jones

Addison's Disease: An Overview

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Coping Addison’s disease, also known as primaryadrenalinsufficiency and hypocortisolism, is a rare disorder in which the adrenal glands (which sit atop the kidneys) don’t produce enough of the hormonescortisoland sometimesaldosterone. Symptoms tend to come and go and may include abdominal pain, dizziness, fatigue, weight loss, salt cravings, and darkening of the skin....

January 17, 2025 · 12 min · 2487 words · Diane Moody

Addressing Childhood Trauma Starts With Family Support

Key Takeaways61% of adults had at least one adverse childhood experience (ACE), and 16% had four or more types of ACEs, according to the CDC.The repercussions of childhood trauma can manifest in various ways for adults, such as feeling unsafe in the world, having low self-esteem, and struggling with intimacy.Effective ACEs screening should be brief, culturally sensitive, and inform care response. Key Takeaways 61% of adults had at least one adverse childhood experience (ACE), and 16% had four or more types of ACEs, according to the CDC....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1770 words · Kurt Drake

Adenomatous Polyp in the Colon

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Interpreting the Results Frequently Asked Questions Anadenomatous polyp, also known as an adenoma, is anabnormal growththat forms on the colon’s lining(large intestine).These polyps are common, comprising around 70% of allcolon polyps. Roughly one-third to one-half of all people will develop one or more adenomatous polyps in their lifetime. This article describes the causes and symptoms of adenomatous polyps as well as how these polyps are diagnosed and treated....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1756 words · Mitchell Hartman