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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesDeficiencySide EffectsPrecautionsDosageToxicityInteractionsStorageSources of Iron Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Deficiency Side Effects Precautions Dosage Toxicity Interactions Storage Sources of Iron Iron supplements play a vital role in treating anemia (low levels of red blood cells), particularly iron deficiency anemia (IDA). They may also help alleviate fatigue, improve cognition, and treat other symptoms in people who are not getting enough of the mineral from their diets....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsFood SourcesSide Effects & RisksDosage/PreparationBuying Advice Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Food Sources Side Effects & Risks Dosage/Preparation Buying Advice Magnesium is a mineral that’s needed for your overall physical health. About half of themagnesiumin your body is found in your bones. The rest supports cell function throughout the body. Among other things, magnesium plays a key role in muscle function, heart rhythm, blood pressure, and blood sugar level....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageToxicityInteractionsHow to StoreSimilar SupplementsFrequently Asked QuestionsSources & What to Look For Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Side Effects Precautions Dosage Toxicity Interactions How to Store Similar Supplements Frequently Asked Questions Sources & What to Look For Panax ginseng, a variety of the herb ginseng, has been touted for several health benefits, including lowering cholesterol, reducing inflammation, and managing blood glucose levels....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPumpkin NutritionBenefits of PumpkinWho Should Avoid It?How to Prepare It Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Pumpkin Nutrition Benefits of Pumpkin Who Should Avoid It? How to Prepare It Pumpkin is a type of squash and a popular seasonal ingredient during the fall. This nutrient-dense food has various health benefits thanks to a hefty amount of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. While pumpkin is considered a safe food for most healthy adults, it’s possible to experience an allergic reaction or other side effects in certain situations....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageToxicityInteractionsStorageSimilar SupplementsSourcesFAQ Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Side Effects Precautions Dosage Toxicity Interactions Storage Similar Supplements Sources FAQ The inner bark of slippery elm (Ulmus rubra), a member of the elm tree family, has been used in traditional medicine for centuries to treat issues such assore throat, wounds, and digestive disorders. Slippery elm’s purported benefits are attributed mostly tomucilage, a type of fiber that forms a gel-like substance in water....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIs There a Cure?Causes and TriggersPrimary TherapiesMore Treatment OptionsSurgeryHome RemediesComplicationsPreventionSeeking Medical CareNext in Hyperhidrosis GuideWhat Is Hyperhidrosis? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Is There a Cure? Causes and Triggers Primary Therapies More Treatment Options Surgery Home Remedies Complications Prevention Seeking Medical Care Next in Hyperhidrosis Guide After the cause is confirmed, people will undergo treatment for the underlying cause, as well as to control the symptom....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is a Concussion?Short-Term EffectsLong-Term EffectsPreventing Long-Term InjuryWhen to See a DoctorFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is a Concussion? Short-Term Effects Long-Term Effects Preventing Long-Term Injury When to See a Doctor Frequently Asked Questions Concussions typically are mild traumatic brain injuries that occur after a fall or a blow to the head. In most cases, they are not life-threatening and a single concussion won’t cause permanent brain damage....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEffects on BodyLong-Term RisksPsychological EffectsConsequencesAddiction and WithdrawalTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Effects on Body Long-Term Risks Psychological Effects Consequences Addiction and Withdrawal Treatment From a glass of wine with dinner to a night out with friends or a celebratory toast, alcohol consumption is deeply ingrained in many social practices and cultural traditions worldwide.In the United States, over 84% of adults report drinking alcohol at least once in their lifetime....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageToxicityInteractionsSimilar SupplementsSources & What to Look For Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Side Effects Precautions Dosage Toxicity Interactions Similar Supplements Sources & What to Look For Selenomethionine(SeMet) is a mineral important for normal thyroid gland function. Although some research has explored SeMet’s ability to lower the risk of heart disease, decrease age-related cognitive decline, and treat ulcerative colitis, more research is needed to confirm these benefits....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAntibiotics Used for UTIsHow Do Antibiotics Work?Side EffectsHow Long Does Treatment Last?Are There OTC Remedies for UTIs? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Antibiotics Used for UTIs How Do Antibiotics Work? Side Effects How Long Does Treatment Last? Are There OTC Remedies for UTIs? Urinary tract infections (UTIs)are bacterial infections of the urinary tract. The most common type of UTI iscystitiswhich occurs in the lower portion of the urinary tract when bacteria enter the urethra and travel to the bladder....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesRisk FactorsTreatmentSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Risk Factors Treatment Seeking Medical Care Urinary incontinenceoccurs when you cannot control your bladder and you leak urine. The main types are stress incontinence, in which you leak when you cough or sneeze, and urge incontinence, in which you suddenly need to pee but can’t hold it. Other types include overflow, total, and functional incontinence....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNon-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)Rare Types of Lung CancerWomen vs. MenAge DifferencesSmokersGeneticsScreening Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) Rare Types of Lung Cancer Women vs. Men Age Differences Smokers Genetics Screening The most common types of lung cancer are non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)—which accounts for 80% to 85% of diagnosed cases of the disease in the United States—and small cell lung cancer (SCLC)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMaking ChoicesTopical TherapyLight TherapySystemic MedicationsBiologicsMental HealthCombining Therapies Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Making Choices Topical Therapy Light Therapy Systemic Medications Biologics Mental Health Combining Therapies Psoriasisis a chronic skin condition with many options to help manage your disease and reducesymptoms. The right psoriasis therapy for you depends on various factors, including disease severity, other co-occurring conditions, and your personal preferences. A healthcare provider may recommend topical medications (those applied to the skin), oral medications, or newer biologic therapies via injection for psoriasis....