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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsStagesRectal vs. Colon CancerStaging and PrognosisAfter DiagnosisStage of Recurrent Rectal Cancer Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Stages Rectal vs. Colon Cancer Staging and Prognosis After Diagnosis Stage of Recurrent Rectal Cancer Rectal cancer is cancer that originates in the tissues of the rectum. This type of cancer is sometimes referred to as colorectal cancer.The colon, rectum, and anal canal are all parts of the digestive system....

There are four phases of sleep: stages 1, 2, 3, and REM (rapid eye movement). Usually when you are sleeping, you begin at stage 1 and go through each stage until reaching REM sleep, and then you begin the cycle again. Each complete sleep cycle takes from 90 to 110 minutes. Your brain acts differently in eachstage of sleep. In some of the stages, your body may make movements, but in others your arms and legs will stay immobile....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDetermining the StageStage 1Stage 2Stage 3Stage 4Frequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Determining the Stage Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Frequently Asked Questions The most common type of uterine cancer is also calledendometrial cancerbecause it forms in the lining of your uterus, called the endometrium. How Common Is Uterine Cancer?Uterine cancer is the most common gynecologic cancer in the United States....

Key TakeawaysAs the Delta variant circulates throughout the U.S., incarcerated people are at high risk for infection.Over 2,000 people incarcerated in state and federal prisons have died from COVID-19, and recent reports show those numbers may be undercounted.Carceral facility staff members are getting vaccinated at much lower rates than incarcerated people. Key Takeaways As the Delta variant circulates throughout the U.S., incarcerated people are at high risk for infection.Over 2,000 people incarcerated in state and federal prisons have died from COVID-19, and recent reports show those numbers may be undercounted....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAnatomyFunctionAssociated ConditionsTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Anatomy Function Associated Conditions Treatment The sternum (also called the breastbone) is a long, flat bone that protects the underlying muscles, organs, and important arteries within the front and center of the chest. This includes the lungs, heart, and stomach, along with all of their intricate blood vessels, muscles, and cartilage. The thymus sits just behind it....

Key TakeawaysThe Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments in a case to overturn the Affordable Care Act (ACA) today, but no decision is expected before the spring.The ACA contains many provisions which Americans depend on, including coverage for pre-existing medical conditions and keeping adult children on their parent’s health plans until age 26.Despite the case before the Supreme Court, this is the enrollment period for federal and state health insurance plans, and for many employer-based plans as well....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBlood PressureAntioxidantsExerciseBlood SugarWho Should Avoid Them Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Blood Pressure Antioxidants Exercise Blood Sugar Who Should Avoid Them Beets are readily available in grocery stores year-round, and the root vegetable can add a pop of color to a salad or hummus plate. But to get the most nutrients from beets, you might consider incorporating a beet supplement, such as beetroot powder, into your diet....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow the Body Uses Lauric AcidHealth BenefitsLauric Acid for SkinUsing Lauric Acid Safely Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How the Body Uses Lauric Acid Health Benefits Lauric Acid for Skin Using Lauric Acid Safely Lauric acid is asaturated fatty acidfound in vegetable fats, primarily coconut, coconut milk, and coconut oil. The plant compound is not found alone in nature and can only be extracted from the natural plants that contain it....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefits for DiabetesNutritionRisksDietary TipsRegular vs. Instant Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits for Diabetes Nutrition Risks Dietary Tips Regular vs. Instant Lifestyle interventions are very important for managing diabetes.What you eat (especially carbohydrates) and how much of it can influence blood sugar levels. Foods rich in fiber, like oatmeal, can be included in moderation in a diabetes-friendly diet. Whole food plant-based foods that contain fiber contribute to gut health, keep you fuller for longer, and can help combatinsulin resistance....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesA. ArchangelicaAngelica Sinensis (Dong Quai)Safety ConcernsHow to Use It Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses A. Archangelica Angelica Sinensis (Dong Quai) Safety Concerns How to Use It Multiple species in the genusAngelicahave been used in traditional systems of medicine.Angelicaspecies contain important compounds such ascoumarins,furanocoumarins,flavonoids(antioxidants), essential oils, andpolysaccharides(long-chain carbohydrates, the most common carb in foods).Angelica has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antidiabetic, cosmetic, and liver-protective properties, among others....

Among the many superfoods out there, few get discussed as much as fermented foods. From the live probiotics that these foods contain to their delicious taste, it makes sense why these foods are getting their time in the spotlight. But even though you may have heard the termfermented foodsbefore, you may still need to learn what they actually are, what they can do for your health, and how to include them in your diet....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUnderstanding the LinkOther Effects of StressTreatmentFinding ReliefWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Understanding the Link Other Effects of Stress Treatment Finding Relief When to See a Provider Nearly half of American adults report feeling stressed regularly, and many experience long-term (chronic) stress.Stress activates the body’s fight-or-flight response, a set of hormonal and physiological changes that protect you from a perceived threat....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsKetamine Treatment for DepressionUnderstanding DepressionBenefits and RisksAccessing Ketamine Treatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Ketamine Treatment for Depression Understanding Depression Benefits and Risks Accessing Ketamine Treatment Ketamineis an injectable anesthetic (a medicine that puts people to sleep during surgical procedures).Ketamine is related to the recreational drugphencyclidine(PCP). Studies have found that low doses of ketamine can quickly reverse symptoms of depression.But so far, the U....