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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHair Life CycleSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentsFAQs Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Hair Life Cycle Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatments FAQs We all lose hair on a routine basis, shedding as many as 100 hairs per day from the scalp. Normally, these hairs are replaced with new ones over time. If you have thyroid disease, however, you may experience more hair loss than other people—so much so that your hair on the whole looks to be thinning....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHormonal ChangesShared SymptomsDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Hormonal Changes Shared Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Perimenopausal and postmenopausal women are at increased risk ofthyroid disease, but there is no clear evidence that former causes the latter. Still,menopauseand thyroid disease are intertwined. Not only do their effects overlap, but thyroid hormones andestrogencan influence each other and exacerbate symptoms. Whether you already have an established diagnosis of thyroid disease when you reach menopause or you develop it during this new period of your life, it can be tricky to pinpoint which of the two issues is causing symptoms such as trouble sleeping and weight changes....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDiabetes & Eating DisordersSignsTreatmentImproving Body ImageFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Diabetes & Eating Disorders Signs Treatment Improving Body Image Frequently Asked Questions Diabetesis a condition that makes it difficult for the body to regulate blood sugar (glucose) levels or to respond to insulin appropriately (insulin resistance). People with diabetes must, therefore, carefully manage their blood sugar through medication orinsulinand pay close attention to the types and amounts of foods they consume....

Vitamin B12 deficiencyis one of the lesser-known factors that can contribute to stroke risk. Vitamin B12 is an important nutrient found in several types of food. Nutritional deficiency has long been known to cause health problems, particularly in children and pregnant women. It turns out that not getting enough vitamin B12 can contribute to stroke among people of all ages, and it can lead to an increased risk of stroke among children and pregnant women as well....

By keeping your intestines and stool well-hydrated, the stool is softened and easier to pass through your system and, ultimately, to eliminate. Mineral oil, along with other ingestible laxative products like Milk of Magnesia (magnesium hydroxide), have long been successfully used to treat constipation. So much so that some doctors recommend them over other laxative options. But when you’re dealing with chronic constipation, you may want to consider alternative laxative options due to the long-term effects of using mineral oil....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPopular DietsHow They WorkLong TermGoutOsteoporosisBenefits of a Low-Carb DietFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Popular Diets How They Work Long Term Gout Osteoporosis Benefits of a Low-Carb Diet Frequently Asked Questions Low-carb diets are popular and controversial at the same time. When not used with proper overall nutrition in mind, a low-carb diet can potentially lead to long-term health effects....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFoods to AvoidSupplements to AvoidFoods You Can EatEating or Ordering OutBenefits of a Low-Iodine Diet Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Foods to Avoid Supplements to Avoid Foods You Can Eat Eating or Ordering Out Benefits of a Low-Iodine Diet A low-iodine diet limits the intake ofiodinefrom food to less than 50 micrograms (mcg) per day in preparation forradioactive iodine treatment. If you have too much iodine in your body, yourthyroid glandmight take from those reserves rather than the radioactive iodine used to treathyperthyroidismand certain types ofthyroid cancer....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsLung Cancer StatisticsRibbon ColorHistoryWhy It Was CreatedAdvances in CancerLung Cancer Charities Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Lung Cancer Statistics Ribbon Color History Why It Was Created Advances in Cancer Lung Cancer Charities The lung cancer ribbon, like other awareness ribbons, is designed to show support and raise consciousness about a disease that is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths not only in the United States but globally....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMedicinal PropertiesBenefits When DriedBenefits When FreshWays to Use ThemSide Effects and Interactions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Medicinal Properties Benefits When Dried Benefits When Fresh Ways to Use Them Side Effects and Interactions Eucalyptus leaves are known for their potential health benefits. They contain different compounds, includingflavonoidsandterpenes, with antibacterial and antioxidant effects. This article discusses the potential benefits of eucalyptus leaves, as well as precautions for safety....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy Seek It?TypesDownsidesPositives Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why Seek It? Types Downsides Positives Inpsychology, escapism is when a person routinely uses an activity or behavior to escape life’s realities. It is a way of distracting the mind. Examples include social media, substance use, or playinggamesto avoid thinking about or facing something else, such as a relationship conflict or a stressful assignment deadline....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNo Evidence of Disease and Cancer RemissionMetastatic CasesWhy Cancer Isn’t CuredRecurrenceHealth Concerns Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents No Evidence of Disease and Cancer Remission Metastatic Cases Why Cancer Isn’t Cured Recurrence Health Concerns No evidence of disease (NED) means the same thing as complete remission or complete response. It is the term that healthcare providers use when there is no evidence of cancer after treatment....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Overweight?What Is Obesity?Health RisksOther Risk FactorsTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Overweight? What Is Obesity? Health Risks Other Risk Factors Treatment Prevention Forty-two percent of adults in the United States have obesity, achronic diseasethat increases the risk for numerous health problems, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and joint problems. Overweight, a category that indicates a lesser amount of excess weight, also increases the risk of certain health problems....

At least 10% of women of childbearing ages have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), an endocrine disorder that has both reproductive and metabolic consequences. Women with PCOS tend to have higher levels of insulin and, as a result, are at an increased risk for metabolic conditions such as dyslipidemia (high triglycerides and low HDL levels), type 2 diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. Over half of women with PCOS are overweight or obese, and many report struggles to lose weight despite a healthy diet and exercise regimen....