How to Treat Burned LipsMedically reviewed by Cynthia Cobb, DNP, APRN on September 18, 2018 — Written by Adrian WhiteSymptomsTreatmentSeeking medical helpTakeaway What causes burned lips? Burning your lips is a common occurrence, though it may be less talked about than burning skin on other parts of your body. It might happen for a variety […]
WeiterlesenNUTRITIONEvidence BasedHow Many Calories in Chicken? Breast, Thigh, Wing and MoreWritten by Melissa Groves, RD on September 19, 2018BreastThighWingDrumstickOther CutsSkinCooking MethodsBottom Line Chicken is a popular option when it comes to lean protein, as it packs a considerable amount into a single serving without a lot of fat. Plus, it’s easy to cook at home […]
WeiterlesenWhy Do Yeast Infections Return?Medically reviewed by Holly Ernst, PA-C on September 18, 2018 — Written by Kristeen CherneyCausesCausesGenital yeast infectionsOral thrushThroat yeast infectionManagementTakeaway Yeast overgrowth While yeast infections can happen to anyone at any age, there are certain factors that can increase your chances. Let’s look at causes of chronic yeast infections and the […]
WeiterlesenWhat Do HIV Mouth Sores Look Like?Medically reviewed by Adithya Cattamanchi, MD on September 17, 2018 — Written by Kristeen CherneyPicturesCold soresCanker soresWartsThrushOther concernsComplicationsPreventionSupport HIV mouth sores Mouth sores are a common symptom of HIV. In fact, between 32 and 46 percent of people with HIV develop mouth complications due to a weakened immune system. […]
WeiterlesenNUTRITIONEvidence BasedAlpha-Lipoic Acid: Weight Loss, Other Benefits and Side EffectsWritten by Ryan Raman, MS, RD (NZ) on September 19, 2018What It IsWeight LossDiabetesOther BenefitsSide EffectsSources & DosageBottom Line Alpha-lipoic acid has gained a lot of attention in recent years. It’s an organic compound that acts as a powerful antioxidant in the body. Your body produces […]
WeiterlesenWhy Do Athletes Have a Lower Resting Heart Rate?Medically reviewed by Gerhard Whitworth, RN on September 19, 2018 — Written by Jane ChertoffResting rateIdeal resting rateIdeal exercising rateSafetyTakeaway Overview Endurance athletes often have a lower resting heart rate than others. Heart rate is measured in beats per minute (bpm). Your resting heart rate is best […]
WeiterlesenHow Sickle Cell Anemia Affects Life ExpectancyMedically reviewed by Karen Gill, MD on September 18, 2018 — Written by Nancy L. Moyer, MDSurvival rateLife expectancyFactorsHealth tipsTakeaway What is sickle cell anemia? Sickle cell anemia (SCA), sometimes called sickle cell disease, is a blood disorder that causes your body to make an unusual form of hemoglobin […]
WeiterlesenIs Jaundice Contagious?Medically reviewed by Deborah Weatherspoon, PhD, RN, CRNA on September 17, 2018 — Written by Rachel Nall, RN, MSN, CCRNCommunicable diseasesNoncommunicable causesInfant jaundiceTakeaway No, jaundice itself isn’t contagious Jaundice is a condition that occurs when too much bilirubin — a byproduct of the breakdown of red blood cells — builds up in the […]
WeiterlesenThe What, Why, and How of Epsom Salt BathsMedically reviewed by Gerhard Whitworth, RN on September 19, 2018 — Written by Corey WhelanBathSide effectsUsesHistoryTakeaway All the ways to Epsom salt Epsom salt is an ingredient used in a soak to treat minor aches and pains. It’s thought to soothe tired muscles and reduce swelling. As […]
WeiterlesenCauses of Head and Skull Shape Abnormalities and How to Treat ThemMedically reviewed by Karen Gill, MD on September 19, 2018 — Written by Kathryn WatsonCausesDiagnosisRisk factorsTreatmentSummary Overview Dents and irregularities in the shape of your skull are usually simple variations in anatomy. Everyone has variations in bone structure — just consider how very different […]
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