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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIs It a Third Nipple?CategoriesRelated ConcernsWhen to Get HelpHaving It RemovedFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Is It a Third Nipple? Categories Related Concerns When to Get Help Having It Removed Frequently Asked Questions A third nipple is an extra nipple on the chest. Also called a supernumerary nipple, it’s usually smaller than a regular nipple and often mistaken for amoleor birthmark....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhen Do They Begin?TriggersSelf-CareWhen to Call a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents When Do They Begin? Triggers Self-Care When to Call a Provider Braxton-Hicks are real contractions, but they’re not labor contractions. You’ll most likely feel them in the third trimester, but they can start well before that. Rest assured, they’re a normal part of pregnancy. Some people have a lot more Braxton-Hicks contractions than others....

If you have gonegluten-free to better manage your IBSand miss eating bread, you may want to try sourdough. This bread stands out from others because it’s missing a key ingredient that tends to aggravate IBS. With this review of the pros and cons of sourdough bread for people with IBS, find out what makes this bread so special and why it might actually be an option for you. Katarina Lofgren / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHealth BenefitsNutritionRisks and DownsidesCan You Eat It Daily? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Health Benefits Nutrition Risks and Downsides Can You Eat It Daily? You can find sourdough at most grocery stores or easily make the bread with three basic ingredients—flour, water, and salt. However, it’s not the right choice for everyone, namely people with celiac disease. 1. Boosts Gut Health Sourdoughis made from thefermentationof flour and water....

Key TakeawaysOf all the plant-based milk on the market, nutrition experts say soy milk is the closest alternative to dairy.Fortified soy milk is the only plant-based milk that fits into the dairy category, according to USDA guidelines.Both fortified soy beverages and dairy milk are good sources of calcium, protein, potassium, and magnesium. Key Takeaways Of all the plant-based milk on the market, nutrition experts say soy milk is the closest alternative to dairy....

Key TakeawaysNew research finds that only 30% of COVID-19 studies break down sex differences in vaccine effectiveness and side effects.In studies that do highlight sex differences, men were found to have a better vaccine response after the first dose and women experienced more severe side effects.Sex can affect how a person responds to treatment and their susceptibility to disease.Reporting sex differences in medical trials could help personalize medicine. Key Takeaways New research finds that only 30% of COVID-19 studies break down sex differences in vaccine effectiveness and side effects....

Have you been told it is not safe to swim during yourmenstrual period? If so, you’ve been misinformed. Swimming is absolutely fine for you during your menstrual period. In fact, while you are menstruating you can pretty much do anything that you do at all other times of the month. And yes, that includes all activities from swimming tosex. Nisian Hughes / Getty Images Facts About Swimming and Menses Most of the information that you find recommending restricting your physical activity during your period is based on cultural beliefs, taboos, andmyths about menstruation....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHormonal SupplementationTestingTestosterone FunctionDisease and Disorders Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Hormonal Supplementation Testing Testosterone Function Disease and Disorders In those assigned female at birth, among other things, testosterone helps keep bones and the reproductive system healthy and contributes to the sex drive. Westend61 / Getty Images Healthy assigned males who have gone through puberty have 15 times the levels of testosterone compared to a healthy person assigned female at birth....

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has lowered the recommended age for the pneumonia vaccine from 65 to 50 for adults. “Lowering the age for pneumococcal vaccination gives more adults the opportunity to protect themselves from pneumococcal disease at the age when risk of infection substantially increases,” the CDC said in astatement. Pneumoniais an infection that can cause inflammation in one or both lungs. The air sacs in the lungs may fill with fluid or pus, leading to symptoms such as chest pain, fever, coughing, and difficulty breathing....

Wondering what the best diet program is? U.S. News and World Report evaluated and ranked 35 diets with input from a panel of health experts. To be top-rated, a diet had to be relatively easy to follow, nutritious, safe, and effective for weight loss and preventing diabetes and heart disease. Tied for second (the winner for the 5th year in a row) was the government-endorsed Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet....

Key TakeawaysThe FDA approved Nucala, a severe asthma medication, to treat a group of rare blood disorders called HES.This is the first new treatment approved for HES in over a decade.In a clinical trial, 50% fewer patients receiving Nucala experienced a HES flare compared to patients receiving a placebo. Key Takeaways The FDA approved Nucala, a severe asthma medication, to treat a group of rare blood disorders called HES.This is the first new treatment approved for HES in over a decade....

Key TakeawaysJoe Rogan is the latest public figure to be criticized for promoting COVID-19 misinformation on his Spotify-exclusive podcast.Over 250 health professionals signed an open letter to Spotify, demanding the company to create a clear policy to moderate misinformation on its platform.Experts say that misinformation isn’t new, but it can affect someone’s health decision and safety in a pandemic. Key Takeaways Joe Rogan is the latest public figure to be criticized for promoting COVID-19 misinformation on his Spotify-exclusive podcast....

Key TakeawaysThe Johnson & Johnson vaccine is able to prevent most asymptomatic infections, according to FDA documents released in advance of the approval announcement on February 27. The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine seems to offer a similar benefit, according to a study preprint.This data suggests that vaccination significantly reduces your risk of passing on the virus. Experts tell Verywell vaccination will likely accelerate national progress toward herd immunity as a result.However, don’t expect public health recommendations regarding safety precautions to undergo a revision anytime soon....