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Bird Flu Has Spread to Cattle. Should Humans Be Concerned?

Spring has sprung, and with it, so has the bird flu.

2022-04-05T16:05:22Z

Professional Faqs: What Diet Should I Follow If I Have Rabies?

Expert opinion from Shobha S Reddy MBBS, Masters in Diabetology, General Practitioner & Diabetologist · 15 years of experience · India Rabies is a deadly viral disease that is spread to human beings through the saliva of infected animals when they bite or scratch. So, immediately after an animal bite or scratch wound should be cleaned with soap and...

2024-05-12T05:16:08Z

The truth about women and emotional eating

It’s the classic image of a lonely woman: Bridget Jones, wrapped in a duvet and clutching a half-eaten tub of Ben & Jerry’s. And if, like her, you’ve found yourself reaching for junk food when you’re by yourself, you’re far from alone. New research from UCLA in America has found that loneliness is strongly linked to craving – and eating – more rubb...

2024-05-12T17:03:58Z

Professional Faqs: Is White Organic Tea Better Than Green Tea?

Expert opinion from Roseane M Silva Master in Health Sciences, Bachelor in Nutrition · 7 years of experience · Brazil White tea comes from the Camellia sinensis plant, the same plant that makes green tea and black tea. What sets it apart is that the shoots are harvested very young, before undergoing photosynthesis. As a result, its properties are m...

2024-05-12T19:00:31Z

Annual cost of dementia is set to double in the next 15 years

Almost one million people are living with dementia in the UK but experts believe that a third of people affected have not even received a diagnosis yet.

2024-05-13T00:47:12Z

Children glued to their phones at meal time face obesity risk

Children allowed screen time during meals are far more likely to pile on the pounds, research has found. Experts said letting youngsters scroll on phones, watch videos or eat in front of the television was “dangerous” and may be fuelling a growing obesity epidemic. Researchers found that children who were allowed to access devices while eating were...

2024-05-12T20:04:27Z

A Dietitian's #1 Breakfast Order for Weight Loss

A dietitian shares why a large cold brew and the Turkey Sausage Wake-up Wrap is the best Dunkin' breakfast order for weight loss.

2024-05-11T11:29:57Z

How to reduce your risk of skin cancer and sun damage

The temperatures are rising in the northern hemisphere, so it is vital that you prioritise protecting your skin from the sun even more than usual. Too much UV from the sun and even sunbeds can damage the DNA in your skin cells and increase your risk of skin cancer. Consultant dermatologist and founder of Self London, Dr Anjali Mahto, explains, "Exp...

2024-05-10T12:48:20Z

Feeling Bloated? These Foods Help, According to Nutrition Experts

Diversify your plate with these nutritious picks and say goodbye to post-dinner discomfort. When your belly is distended and hard—whether it’s that time of the month or you overindulged at dinner—the last thing you want to do is eat more. But there are, believe it or not, some foods that help ease bloating, according to experts and research. Meet the Experts: Marissa West, ACE-certified personal trainer and nutrition specialist and founder of West Kept Secret, Cindy Kasindorf, certified nutritional health counselor and founder of Remedy Organics, and Melissa Prest, D.C.N., R.D.N., spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. “Bloating can be caused by consuming foods that produce more gas than others, contain a high salt content, eating or drinking too quickly, or consuming carbonated drinks,” explains Marissa West, ACE-certified personal trainer and nutrition specialist and founder of West Kept Secret. “It can also be caused by a lactose intolerance, dairy aversion, or another health condition, such as irritable bowel syndrome or celiac disease.” Depending on the cause of your bloat, certain foods can help you get relief by reducing inflammation, activating the release of digestive enzymes, or coaxing the bloat through your digestive tract with water and fiber. Check out the below options and keep them at the ready for the next time discomfort strikes.

2023-05-01T17:18:52Z

Your Complete Guide to the Benefits of Compression Recovery

Here’s everything you need to know!

2023-12-19T12:12:11Z

Obese workers twice as likely to be long-term sick, study finds

Obese workers are up to twice as likely to take time off sick, a landmark study has found. The research – the first to provide a detailed breakdown of the impact of weight on productivity – shows how soaring obesity rates are driving a “sick note” culture and stifling the economy. Experts warned that Britain’s record was among the worst of 28 count...

2024-05-13T06:36:12Z

Cancer: Your finance horoscope - May 13

Cancer: here are your finance predictions for the day May 13

2021-11-09T02:53:36Z

Psychologists make prediction about Trump's cognitive decline

A pair of professional psychologists are warning that, despite more Americans' believing Joe Biden is more unfit to be president, Donald Trump's cognitive decline is bad and getting worse.

2024-05-13T06:18:42Z

Catherine, Princess of Wales ‘doing well’ after cancer diagnosis

Prince William has shared that Catherine, Princess of Wales is "doing well" after her cancer diagnosis. William was visiting St Mary's Community Hospital on the Isles of Scilly when Tracy Smith, who is in charge of the hospital administration asked, "May I ask how Princess Kate is doing?" "She's doing well," he replied. He added that their children...

2024-05-11T00:02:18Z

More than 1.5m women drop out of work owing to illness, says TUC

Women are driving record worklessness because of ill health, analysis has found, as a growing number drop out of the jobs market because of neck and back pain. More than 1.5m women have dropped out of the workforce because of long-term sickness, according to analysis by the Trades Union Congress (TUC), which blamed rising NHS waiting lists for the ...

2024-05-13T05:51:04Z

Professional Faqs: Do Bananas Help With Leg Or Bone Issues?

Expert opinion from Deidre Huysamen Dietician - Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services · 7 years of experience · South Africa Bananas are rich in potassium which plays an essential role in health. Regarding leg or bone issues, potassium is essential for nerve and muscle function, which means that it will help prevent any issues from arising. It ...

2024-05-12T22:01:01Z

Ask A Nutrition Professional: Are Potatoes Good For Heartburn?

Expert opinion from Cassia D Muller Bechelor in Nutrition · 2 years of experience · Brazil Yes, boiled potato is one of the best remedies to combat stomach acidity, as it contains properties capable of alkalizing the pH, relieving the symptoms of heartburn, poor digestion, gastritis and stomach diseases in general. Expert opinion from María F. Carz...

2024-05-12T20:00:40Z

15 Pre-Workout Snacks You Can Prep Ahead of Time

Prep these easy pre-workout snacks ahead of time so you feel energized for every workout

2024-01-02T05:18:23Z

Everything You Need to Know About Cooking Oils

There’s a specific type for all kinds of cooking.

2023-12-01T14:05:43Z

The Best Wellness Retreats To Kick Off Your New Year

Whether you want to be out in nature, get a good workout or just feel restored, we have something great for you.

2024-01-02T05:18:25Z

Oprah Winfrey apologises for being a ‘major contributor’ to toxic diet culture

Oprah Winfrey has talked about how she regrets the way she's driven the cultural conversation around dieting over the past two decades. In a three-hour WeightWatchers special, Shame, Blame and the Weight Loss Revolution, Oprah admitted she has "been a steadfast participant in this diet culture. Through my platforms, through the magazine, through th...

2024-05-11T00:02:18Z

Patients again asked to wear face masks amid whooping cough outbreak

At least five babies have died this year in England and Wales from the infection, which is also known as pertussis or the '100-day cough'.

2024-05-12T22:21:13Z

15 Things Every Good Neighbor Does

Get your cup of sugar ready.

2024-01-02T05:18:26Z

8 Foods With a Surprisingly Short Life, Even in the Refrigerator

You shouldn't wait to eat any of these items.

2023-12-18T23:26:12Z

Cancer: Your well being horoscope - May 13

Cancer: here are your well being predictions for the day May 13

2021-11-09T02:53:36Z

The dangers of driving under the influence of hay fever medications

The weather might be taking a turn for the better but we hay fever sufferers are unlikely to be feeling the benefit. And it’s not just itching eyes and streaming noses: picking the right medication can be a minefield. Swallowing the wrong stuff could result in a driving ban, or even worse. The number of us suffering from allergic rhinitis – commonl...

2024-05-12T09:02:40Z

25 Best Frozen Foods at Costco Right Now

Your local Costco warehouse is freshly stocked with with quick and convenient freezer finds that are perfectly suited for the season.

2024-05-12T17:52:38Z

GPs bring back masks as whooping cough cases rise

The whooping cough outbreak has prompted GPs to bring back masks in their surgeries. At least five babies have died this year in England and Wales from the infection, dubbed the “100-day cough”, and officials are concerned about its spread, with almost 3,000 confirmed cases so far. Some general practices are now asking patients to wear a face cover...

2024-05-12T15:24:02Z

A Dietitian's #1 Green Smoothie Recipe To Melt Body Fat

A dietitian reveals how to make her best green smoothie recipe for weight loss, and it's packed with protein, fiber, and nutrients.

2024-05-12T11:03:56Z

Celebs Are Obsessed With This LED Face Mask, and So Am I

What do Dakota Johnson, Kim Kardashian, Sydney Sweeney, and little old me all have in common?

2024-05-10T17:18:55Z

Trying to lose weight? Understand your body type first

It is a sad truth that not all bodies are created equal. There are those who grow tall and lean, while others are short and squat. Some struggle to gain weight while others have a harder time losing it. Some pile on muscle after lifting a few weights, others remain thin no matter what they do. Between 1940 and 1942, researcher William Herbert Sheld...

2024-05-13T06:02:05Z

Children who use phones at mealtimes are more likely to be overweight

Children who use phones or watch television at mealtimes are much more likely to be overweight, a study has found.

2024-05-12T23:01:59Z

Advice From Harvard Health Publishing And 3 More Doctors: How Do You Stay Awake With Narcolepsy?

Answered by Dr. Robert H. Shmerling M.D. Senior Faculty Editor, Harvard Health Publishing · 30 years of experience · USA There are a number of approaches that can help people with narcolepsy stay awake. These include: • Getting enough sleep – besides getting enough sleep at night, daytime naps and treatment of other conditions (such as sleep apnea,...

2024-05-12T10:31:58Z

Health Facts You Didn't Know About Black Tea

Your favorite beverage is packed with plenty of health benefits.

2023-12-01T15:05:53Z

We must stop the pandemic treaty and take back control from the WHO

The bureaucrats who think they run the world are at it again! They are trying to convince our national leaders to sign away our sovereignty, except this time it may seriously damage your health. The latest draft of the Pandemic Preparedness Treaty that will be voted on at the World Health Assembly (WHA) in Geneva next week will take away the power ...

2024-05-13T05:02:01Z

ADHD in women and girls: signs, symptoms and treatment

Cases of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) seem to be rocketing – so much so that there is talk among medical professionals that it’s “the label of moment”. The statistics are alarming: a 400 per cent rise in people seeking a diagnosis in the UK since 2020. A 51 per cent rise in ADHD medication prescriptions since 2022. For decades, i...

2024-05-12T08:02:31Z

Nutrition Professionals Curate: What Are the Potential Effects of Epazote Oil?

This article provides expert opinions on the side effects of epazote oil, a carrier oil made from epazote leaves. Side effects may include irritation of the mouth and gastrointestinal tract, redness and itching, headaches, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, convulsions, and damage to important organs such as the liver and kidney. It is important to note that the effects may vary depending on the amount of epazote and the time of infusion, and that the...

2024-05-12T03:42:59Z

10 of the Most Unique Museums In the United States

Add these one-of-a-kind destinations to your travel bucket list.

2023-12-01T14:35:47Z

Doctors Say Your Unexplained Weight Loss Might Be Hinting at a Larger Health Problem

Conditions like hyperthyroidism or rheumatoid arthritis could be at play. If you’ve ever noticed a sudden drop in weight after an illness, you’ve experienced unintentional weight loss fluctuation. But if you can’t point to something that may have caused the change on the scale, losing weight without trying or unexplained weight loss can be very scary. Unintentional weight loss refers to a reduction in body weight that occurs without conscious effort or intention, says Carlo Manzana, M.D., a family medicine physician with PlushCare. “From a medical standpoint, this is typically characterized by a significant and rapid decrease in weight, usually around 5% of total body weight within a span of six to 12 months.” Meet the Experts: Lydia C. Alexander, M.D., chief medical officer at Enara Health and president-elect of the Obesity Medicine Association; Mir Ali, M.D., bariatric surgeon and medical director of MemorialCare Surgical Weight Loss Center at Orange Coast Medical Center; Linda Anegawa, M.D., F.A.C.P., a double board-certified physician in internal medicine and obesity medicine and former medical director at PlushCare; and others. It is normal for weight to fluctuate, typically between five to 10 lbs, and can be due to how much you’re eating, drinking, and moving in a given time period, explains Mir Ali, M.D., bariatric surgeon and medical director of MemorialCare Surgical Weight Loss Center at Orange Coast Medical Center. But any more than that, and you haven’t changed your diet, it could be a sign of something bigger, he adds. In fact, unexplained weight loss could be an early sign of a serious health condition, says Kerry Hildreth, M.D., an assistant professor of geriatric medicine at the University of Colorado. So if you’re experiencing unexplained weight loss, it’s best to see a doctor. They can then ask questions associated with the symptoms and potentially perform a blood test or imaging test depending on your symptoms, says Linda Anegawa, M.D., F.A.C.P., a double board-certified physician in internal medicine and obesity medicine and former medical director at PlushCare. Here, doctors share the health issues that could explain why you’re losing weight so suddenly. What causes unexplained weight loss?

2022-06-03T17:39:31Z

Professional Faqs: How Much Potassium Is In Rice?

Expert opinion from Anastu Regita Nareswara Master's degree in Clinical Nutrition · 7 years of experience · Indonesia Rice is low in fat and a good source of dietary fiber. Rice contains other important nutrients which may include potassium. In many countries, rice is the main staple food. Both pasta and rice are pretty low on potassium. They conta...

2024-05-12T13:59:41Z

Butterfly Lips Are an Up-and-Coming Controversial Filler Technique

Image Source: Getty / Westend61 Lip filler has become one of the most in-demand "tweakments" over the last few years, mostly thanks to celebrities like Kylie Jenner championing it.

2023-05-19T20:53:12Z

The Best Puzzles for Adults to Order Right Now

From trendy to artsy to fun, here are the best puzzles for every level.

2024-01-02T05:18:26Z

Olivia Munn had a hysterectomy amid her breast cancer battle

Olivia Munn had a hysterectomy following her battle with breast cancer but had also decided to freeze her eggs just weeks after diagnosis.

2024-05-12T22:08:54Z

Care Plan Your Doctor Would Usually Recommend For Giardiasis

Overview An infection in the small intestine caused by the Giardia lamblia parasite. Symptoms It causes diarrhea, vomiting, loss of appetite, pain and fatigue. → Common treatment options → Questions to ask your doctor What are people curious about?Adhd testRespiratory syncytial virus vaccineChronic kidney diseaseWeight loss medications Causes Giard...

2024-05-12T09:46:51Z

How Barley Affects Your Health: Nutrition Professionals Weigh In.

This article examines the potential side effects of consuming barley, a grain with a wide range of health benefits. It explores the effects of barley on individuals with irritable bowel syndrome, celiac disease, wheat allergies, and gluten intolerance. The article also provides nutritional facts, tips from health experts, and advice on how much barley should be consumed. This abstract provides an overview of the potential risks associated with...

2024-05-12T02:42:51Z

Ask A Doctor: How Does Vasculitis Involve The Immune System?

Expert opinion from Marcella Abunahman Pereira Specialization in Clinical Cardiology · 12 years of experience · Brazil Vasculitis involves inflammation of the blood vessels. For some unexplained reason, the immune system attacks healthy blood vessels, causing them to become swollen and narrow. Vasculitis might affect just one organ, or several, and...

2024-05-12T23:04:02Z

What nutritionists eat for breakfast

In the weekday morning rush, you may just be grabbing a slice of toast as you dash out of the front door, picking up a pastry on your commute or foregoing breakfast altogether. But it’s easier than you think to overhaul your approach to the most important meal of the day. We asked some of the country’s top health aficionados to share their favourit...

2024-05-12T07:02:37Z

Long-term sickness is main reason women are out of labour market

The number of women who are economically inactive due to long-term sickness soared to 1.54million in 2023 - the highest on record.

2024-05-12T23:21:43Z

Grieving family of infected blood victim given £1 by bank, daughter claims

A grieving daughter claims she was offered a £1 coin by a bank after begging them for financial help after her father died from Aids in the contaminated blood scandal. Neil Kerr, a former civil servant, contracted HIV and hepatitis C from infected blood products which were given to him to treat his haemophilia, a blood clotting disorder. After his ...

2024-05-13T05:46:04Z

Prince Harry tells children 'it's OK not to be OK' during mental health summit in Nigeria

Prince Harry told Nigerian students that it was "OK not to be OK" during a mental health summit on Friday. The British royal and his wife Meghan, Duchess of Sussex arrived in Abuja on Friday for the start of their three-day visit to Nigeria. They began their packed schedule with a tour of Lightway Academy, where they met with students and gave spee...

2024-05-10T14:01:13Z