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Care Plan Your Doctor Would Usually Recommend For Hypovolemia

Overview A condition in which the volume of blood plasma is too low. This causes rapid heart beat, weak pulse, confusion and loss of consciousness. Symptoms It may be asymptomatic initially and at a later stage symptoms include weakness, fatigue and fainting. → Common treatment options → Questions to ask your doctor What are people curious about?Wh...

Keto-Friendly? Nutrition Pros Weigh In on Turnips

This article examines the nutritional value of turnips and their suitability for a ketogenic diet. It provides expert opinions from three professionals in the field of nutrition, discussing the carbohydrate content of turnips, their fiber content, and their suitability for a ketogenic diet. The article also provides links to further resources related to turnips and other diets such as the Mediterranean diet, the diabetic diet, and weight loss.

How to lower your alcohol consumption and still enjoy a drink

The dangers of indulging in excess alcohol are well documented. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, around 39 millions adults in the United States alone drink too much. In the UK, figures based on recent YouGov surveys show 18.1% of adults in England were drinking at "increasing or higher risk." If you recognize yourself among these worrying statistics, what can you do to cut down on alcohol consumption? Fortunately, there are a number of simple ways to limit alcohol intake. But it's a careful process that takes time, and moderation is key. So, are you looking for ways to curb your drinking? Click through for some sobering tips on how to start imbibing less.

Professional Faqs: How Do I Manage A Patient With Trismus?

Expert opinion from Ramamurthy Bangalore M.D., F.C.C.P., F.A.C.P., F.A.A.S.M. (Pulmonologist) · 30 years of experience · USA Treatment should target the underlying causes (including patient education, self-care management, rest, and analgesics). Advise the patient to eat soft meals and avoid solid foods. Heat therapy is recommended (placing moist h...

Questions About Tooth Pain? Doctors Have The Answer.

HSRCH target=_blank>hypersensitivity, and temporomandibular joint disorder.This article explores the most common causes of dental pain, with expert opinions from two dentists. The causes discussed include tooth decay, gum and periodontal issues, abscess, apical problems, impaction, fractured teeth, misalignment, dentin hypersensitivity, and temporomandibular joint disorder. This article provides an overview of the various causes of dental pain...

Footage captures monkeys using sticks and stones as tools in groundbreaking study

A groundbreaking study has revealed capuchin monkeys use tools to dig underground for food. While apes are known to be extremely intelligent, with studies suggesting some deliberately make themselves dizzy to feel “escapism”, monkeys have generally been deemed less intelligent. But, a groundbreaking study by a research team from the University of S...

This ‘tranquil’ UK city has been crowned the best for relaxing walks

Walking has huge benefits on our mental and physical health

Professional Faqs: What To Consume For Lung Health And Detoxification?

Expert opinion from Cassia D Muller Bechelor in Nutrition · 2 years of experience · Brazil Garlic: is a source of allicin - a compound that improves immunity and helps fight possible lung infections. Ginger: the high content of antioxidants (such as flavonoids, tannins and carotenoids) and anti-inflammatory substances prevent colds and flu. Carrots...

After how the DWP treated me, I'll never claim benefits again

‘We’re investigating your past benefits claim. Please contact us’, the letter from the DWP read.

NHS pays obese men £400 to lose weight in ‘Game of Stones’

Men are being paid up to £400 each by the NHS to lose weight, in a scheme that has proved more successful than traditional diet plans. The trial found that sending men a daily text message reminding them of their desire to lose weight – and offering cash rewards for success – was an effective way to get patients in shape. Slimmers were told they wo...

What happens to your body when you stop eating sugar?

In modern diet culture, sugar has been cast as the supervillain. We're told that it's as addictive as a Class A drug and just as deadly. While this headline-grabbing agenda leaves out much of the nuance, it's true that the average person's diet is worryingly high in processed foods that are packed with refined sugars. Almost any product that you find on a supermarket shelf has added sugar, even if it's savory and advertised as "healthy." From bread to barbecue sauce, it's simply everywhere. This means that most of us are probably consuming far more sugar than we even know, so removing it from our diets can have surprisingly drastic effects. Curious to know more? Then click through this gallery and find out exactly what happens to your body when you stop eating sugar.

Pernicious Anemia Warning Signs: What To Look Out For

Overview A condition in which not enough red blood cells are produced due to deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body. Symptoms If you're experiencing new, severe, or persistent symptoms, contact a health care provider. Initial stages do not show symptoms. Sometimes, mild symptoms are seen. Persistence of the condition for prolonged periods of time ca...

Professional Faqs: What Happens If I Leave Peptic Ulcer Untreated?

Expert opinion from Ipsa Arora MD (Internal Medicine) · 5 years of experience · USA If Peptic ulcers is left untreated, it can lead to: 1. Bleeding can be gradual and lead to anemia, or it can be severe and necessitate hospitalization or a blood transfusion. The severe blood loss can result in black or bloody vomit as well as black or bloody feces....

Ask A Nutrition Professional: What Are The Benefits Of Avocado Oil For Hair?

Breakthrough gives hope frozen humans could be brought back to life

A beginners guide to running a half marathon, according to experts

A beginners guide to running a half marathon, according to experts - Where do you start when it comes to becoming a runner? An avid half marathoner explains

Seventy Americans in one state being monitored for bird flu

The dairy farm workers will be tested for the virus if they show any symptoms, though this has not been the case so far, local health officials said.

Five simple strength movements you can do at home by We Are Fit Attitude

We Are Fit Attitude's Anna Jenkins takes us through five super simple strength exercises you can follow along with at home.

Cushing's syndrome: understanding this rare condition

Cushing's syndrome is a relatively rare medical disorder, and yet around 10 to 15 million new cases are diagnosed in the US each year. Still, it can go undiagnosed for years if symptoms are mild enough. But this doesn't make it any less distressing for sufferers. Without treatment, the condition gradually gets worse. And did you know that it affects three times as many women as men? Or that there are some differences between the syndrome and Cushing's disease? And do you even know the signs to look out for? For these answers and more, click on to learn about this troubling condition.

Psychologist debunks three common mental health myths for Mental Health Awareness Week

As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, Calm's chief clinical officer, Chris Mosunic, has debunked some of the most common mental health myths - including that sleep doesn't affect your mood. "Those folks who describe their sleep quality as 'very good' or 'excellent'? They're two times less likely to report feeling anxious or stressed", he tells u...

Mom, 30, left with lungs of an 80-year-old after vaping 'fried' them

Hannah Roth, from Newport, Tennessee, said the first sign something was wrong was a 'popping' sound when she breathed in, which developed after four years of daily vaping.

When Should You Get Your Cataracts Removed? A Review By Doctors

Expert opinion from Alex T. Thomas MD · 40 years of experience · USA Being diagnosed with cataracts does not always mean that surgery is immediately required. But as cataracts continue to mature over time, they may cause vision loss that can interfere with daily life. If a cataract impacts your daily or occupational activities, it must be operated ...

Ask A Doctor: What Increases A Person's Risk For Developing Gout?

Expert opinion from Gustavo Campos Doctor of Medicine · 9 years of experience · Brazil Gout is more common in men who are 30 to 60 years old. It is associated with a variety of chronic diseases, such as obesity, hypertension, dyslipidemia, diabetes, and chronic kidney disease. Alcohol consumption and ingestion of foods rich in purines, such as sard...

Coroner's warning to the NHS after student died from laughing gas

A coroner has issued a warning to the NHS over A&E wait times after Ellen Mercer, 24, from Buckinghamshire died from a blood clot by inhaling two to three large 'hippy crack' bottles a day.

A life in quotes: Alice Munro

Alice Munro, the 2013 Nobel laureate considered one of the greatest short story writers in the English language, has died at the age of 92 at her care home in Ontario, after suffering dementia for more than a decade. Born and raised in south-western Ontario, the “Canadian Chekhov” captured the desire and darkness of ordinary life in rural Canada, particularly for women – subjects long out of focus for the mainstream, finally achieving...

HSE approves new drug that can cut the chances of breast cancer recurring by over 30%

Abemaciclib from US pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly and Company will now be available to patients from June.

More than 20,000 people join search for new dementia treatments

The study will enable scientists to involve healthy people in clinical trials to test new drugs for the condition.

Atkins diet guide: Benefits, risks and expert opinion

Of all the fad diets, the Atkins diet is arguably the best known and has stood the test of time. Experts concede that it can be an effective weight loss plan, but it remains controversial, not least least because there are doubts over how healthy it is as a long-term eating pattern. In essence, Atkins is a low-carbohydrate diet, the type of which i...

Childbirth inequality: 'Postcode lottery for care'

Midwife and community activist, Donna Ockenden said: "We are significantly less than half way of where we should be."

How long can you live with untreated hepatitis C?

Hepatitis C is a serious viral disease that affects the liver. It's estimated that about 50 million people are infected worldwide, but because many people don't have symptoms, the number of undiagnosed cases is likely much higher. So how does Hep C affect the body, really? How does one catch the virus, what are the symptoms, and is there a treatment? In this gallery, we answer these questions and many more. Click on to learn all about hepatitis C.

Achalasia : What Is It & Treatments

Overview The difficulty for food and liquid to pass through the food pipe into the stomach. This condition progresses gradually. Symptoms The symptoms include pain and discomfort after eating. → Common treatment options → Questions to ask your doctor What are people curious about?Multiple myelomaShinglesParkinson's foundationPlaque psoriasis Causes...

Ask A Nutrition Professional: Does Boiling An Eggplant Peel Change The Percentage Of Lignocellulosic Composition?

Expert opinion from Livia Dickson Chen PhD in Nutrition · 11 years of experience · Brazil In a quick search, I did not identify heat, in this case boiling, as being a pre-treatment that allows breaking and altering the percentage of the lignocellulosic composition of the eggplant skin. But perhaps ultrasound can achieve this goal. Expert opinion fr...

8 Things You Should Never Do Right After Botox

From sipping a cocktail and sleeping on your face to signing up for a yoga class, here's what experts say you shouldn't do right after Botox.

Does Rice Flour Cause Weight Gain? A Review By Nutrition Professionals

Symptoms men should never ignore

Statistics tell us that men die sooner than women. There are a variety of reasons why men's life expectancy is shorter than women's, but one of the reasons is the lower rate of preventative healthcare measures taken. Indeed, men are less likely to seek medical assistance, and when they do it's usually later than they should. Many men tend to dismiss some health symptoms, but there are a few that should never be ignored. In this gallery, we list them. Click through and check if you have experienced any of these symptoms.

Professional Faqs: How Does Stress And Lifestyle Related To Hypoglycemia?

Expert opinion from Marcella Abunahman Pereira Specialization in Clinical Cardiology · 12 years of experience · Brazil Stress and lifestyle are related to hypoglycemia if you are not eating enough, postponing or skipping a meal or snack, increasing exercise or physical activity without eating more and drinking alcohol. Another important question is...

40 Genius Uses for Lemon

Uncover 40 different ways to use lemons. From health to home and everything in between, these action-packed fruits provide numerous benefits, some that may surprise you.

90s Foods That Need To Come Back

People really branched out of their comfort zones in the 1990s…and occasionally, things got weird. From new (to us) “gourmet” options like angel hair pasta and molten chocolate cake to grocery-store offerings like Toaster Strudel and Orbitz—remember Orbitz?—the 1990s had a lot of great foods that maybe, just maybe, should come back.

If You Have Kidney Stones, Should You Eat Tomatoes? A Review By Nutrition Professionals

Expert opinion from María F. Carzon Bachelor degree in Human Nutrition · 4 years of experience · Argentina If you have kidney stones, dietary restrictions will depend on the origin and composition of those stones. In general, the tomato should not affect the stones' formation, except in the case of oxalate stones. The general recommendation is to i...

Scientists report breakthrough in decoding how orangutans communicate

'We are fairly confident there is much complexity still to unpack in this great ape's vocal system,' the researchers said. They now hope to further decode the ape language

Professional Faqs: Is The Peel Of A Mango Good For You?

Comparing Tempeh and Tofu: A Nutrition Professional's Guide to Healthier Eating

This article compares the nutritional value of Tempeh and Tofu, two processed soy products. Tempeh is higher in protein, fibre, and calories, while Tofu is higher in iron, potassium, and calcium. The article also discusses other diets such as the Mediterranean diet, Keto diet, Diabetic diet, and Weight loss. This article provides insight into the nutritional value of Tempeh and Tofu, and provides advice from professionals regarding the different...

Hopes that cutting-edge technology may be able to prevent oesophageal cancer

Research is under way to find out if cutting-edge technology can prevent cancer progression on people with Barrett’s oesophagus, a condition affecting the food pipe. The research was announced to mark World Barrett’s Oesophagus Day today. Barrett’s oesophagus can cause oesophageal cancer in some people. The recently established Breakthrough Cancer ...

More men under 30 are getting vasectomies due to Roe v. Wade overturn

New research has found that more men under 30 are undergoing sterilization, with some attributing it to concerns about the inability to obtain abortion access.

The most common myths and misconceptions aboot Canada, eh

When some people think of Canada, they imagine Mounties eating poutine off of beaver tails while drinking maple syrup from the $100 bill and hugging their neighbor who happens to be a doctor who is also giving them a free check-up. If none of that makes sense, check out this gallery to straighten out the most common myths and misconceptions about O Canada.

Cherry Nutrition: Professional Tips for Optimal Health

This article explores the health benefits of cherries, as well as the side effects and quantity recommendations. It provides perspectives from nutritionists and health experts from around the world on the effects of cherries on conditions such as arthritis, gout, high blood pressure, and obesity. It also provides information on the melatonin content of cherries and its role in inducing sleep. This article is for informational purposes only and...

Warning over ‘flu-like symptoms’ after food issued with urgent recall

This is why you keep waking up at night

Common Questions About Cradle Cap Answered By Harvard Health Publishing.

What are treatment options for cradle cap? Answered by Dr. Claire Mccarthy MD Senior Faculty Editor, Harvard Health Publishing · 16 years of experience · USA Here are some treatment options for cradle cap: • Shampooing more frequently, with a gentle, fragrance-free shampoo. • If that doesn’t help, you can use a dandruff shampoo a few times a week. ...

Ask A Doctor: What Can I Do To Break Up A Pulmonary Embolism?

Expert opinion from Gustavo Campos Doctor of Medicine · 9 years of experience · Brazil Usually, a thrombolytic agent will be used. It will be administered by intravenous infusion or by a catheter. It also can be broken down by other measures as high-frequency ultrasound,  pressurized saline injection or by a rotating device placed on the catheter’s...