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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

What Are The Possible Complications Multiple Sclerosis? A Review By Doctors

Expert opinion from Ilya Aleksandrovskiy M.D., MBA · 5 years of experience · USA Multiple sclerosis complications include the following: 1. Muscle spasms or stiffness 2. Paralysis, most commonly in the legs 3. Issues with the bladder, bowel, or sexual function 4. Psychological disturbances, such as forgetfulness or mood swings 5. Depressive disorde...

2024-05-17T10:06:20Z

Human Respiratory Syncytial Virus Warning Signs: What To Look Out For

Overview A viral infection of the respiratory tract caused by the virus Respiratory syncytial viru. This commonly affects children below the age of 2 years. Symptoms If you're experiencing new, severe, or persistent symptoms, contact a health care provider. The symptoms depends on the severity, age and health of the infected person. Mild flu-like s...

2024-05-17T09:51:17Z

Costco Shoppers Are Reporting Major Quality Issues With a Popular Frozen Meal

Criticism about the beloved item is mounting as shoppers notice a change in texture and quality of the frozen product.

2024-05-16T16:05:01Z

The FODMAP diet: Benefits, downsides and foods to avoid

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is no laughing matter. According to the medical research charity Guts UK, it is the most common digestive system disorder, with up to one third of the UK population experiencing symptoms. It causes stomach cramps and discomfort, diarrhoea, bloating and constipation, which come and go and can last for weeks – or months...

2024-05-17T12:02:37Z

The Water Bottle Wars Are Still Raging - These Are the Front-Runners

We knew that people were particular about the best water bottles, but we had no idea how passionate people could get - until Stanley cups hit the news yet again.

2024-02-12T16:32:34Z

Ask A Nutrition Professional: Is Barley Gluten Free?

Expert opinion from Aparna Nemalikanti M.Sc. Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics · 10 years of experience · India Gluten is a protein found in many whole grains. Wheat, barley, rye are gluten rich foods. Hence they have to be avoided by gluten sensitive patients or patients suffering from celiac sprue. Expert opinion from Livia Dickson Chen PhD in Nutri...

2024-05-17T09:03:09Z

I Tried Tai Chi and Found My Center - But the Journey Was Humbling

I've struggled to find my center ever since developing a chronic illness in 2021.

2024-05-17T21:50:10Z

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

15 Things Every Good Neighbor Does

Get your cup of sugar ready.

2024-01-02T05:18:26Z

11 Tips To Walk off 10 Pounds

Trainers share 11 of their best fitness tips to walk off 10 pounds, from adding a weighted vest to your routine to incorporating hills.

2024-05-17T15:26:05Z

Infected blood victims to receive payouts within months

Victims of the infected blood scandal will receive new interim compensation payments this summer, The Telegraph can reveal. Around 4,000 people, including surviving infected people and bereaved spouses, had been given “interim” payments of around £100,000 in October 2022 but there has been uncertainty about the next steps. The infected blood inquir...

2024-05-17T20:03:58Z

The Best-Ever Mustards, Tasted and Ranked

A classic yellow mustard is one of the quintessential flavors of summer, but which brand tastes the best? We tasted nine popular options.

2024-05-17T18:27:16Z

Black Women Are Turning To Minoxidil To Tackle Hair Loss, But Does It Actually Work?

“Like many Black women, I tried numerous hair oils that promised hair growth but saw no benefits… with exhaustion, I gave up,” explains Amanda Cowham to Unbothered over email. “I had a bad sew-in [weave] experience that gave me bald patches due to inflammation and an allergic reaction. This prompted me to go to a doctor for thorough testing,” she says, sharing that she had been diagnosed with an overactive thyroid that provoked “inflammation and...

2024-05-16T12:27:30Z

Professional Faqs: Is Eating Wheat Bread Good For Osteoarthritis?

Expert opinion from Livia Dickson Chen PhD in Nutrition · 11 years of experience · Brazil Osteoarthritis is a disease that usually causes pain and inflammation, so some individuals may benefit from a diet without wheat bread as it reduces inflammation. But this is something very individual that must be discussed in the treatment according to the in...

2024-05-17T01:01:48Z

5 Items Every Aspiring Gymnast Should Own, According to Katelyn Ohashi

The Expert Edit features interviews with specialists about the products they swear by in their chosen field.

2024-05-17T21:33:44Z

Gorilla squats and crab walking: The five animal exercises for a total-body workout

As someone who considers themselves relatively fit and strong, animal-style exercise is shockingly and humiliatingly hard. Jake Dearden, a trainer, influencer and fitness racer is taking me through some floor moves and instantly I’m reduced to a puce-faced beginner. In my head, I’m aiming for the fluid motion of a cat or the contained power of a pr...

2024-05-17T07:01:48Z

Five ways to improve midlife brain fog – and Sudoku isn’t one of them

“Oh god, what did I come in here for again?” I say to my 10-year-old daughter as I walk into her bedroom. I run through my never-ending to-do list in my mind – washing, homework, sorting out that pile of books for the school fair. Oh no! I forgot to reply to that work email about the event next week. “Mum, have you booked me onto that school trip? ...

2024-05-17T15:03:11Z

Olivia Munn explains why she documented cancer journey

Olivia Munn has explained why she documented her cancer journey. The actress has revealed she wanted to "document" her journey after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer in April 2023 for her two-year-old son, Malcolm. "Well because if I didn't make it, I wanted my son when he got older to know that I fought to be here. That I t...

2024-05-16T19:09:50Z

Ask A Doctor: What Are The Possible Complications Of Uti?

Expert opinion from Smita Valani MBBS, PGDCC, Spl in Clinincal Cardiology · 8 years of experience · India Complications of UTI include 1. Acute kidney inquiry in the form of unilateral or bilateral pyelonephritis 2. Untreated cases may land up in septicemia with septic shock 3. In man, it may cause arterial narrowing 4. In pregnancy, it may lead to...

2024-05-17T20:08:02Z

Hailey Bieber Uses Carroten For Tanning, but Is That Even Safe?

There's no denying that Hailey Bieber is on a lot of people's minds, whether it's the news about her latest Rhode Skin launch or her pregnancy announcement with husband Justin Bieber.

2024-05-16T19:37:03Z

The Daily T: The Infected Blood Inquiry

The Infected Blood Scandal is described as the ‘worst treatment disaster in the history of NHS’. It resulted in thousands of people in the UK in the 70s and 80s being given blood transfusions or blood products that were infected with viruses such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV. Thousands died after being given contaminated products by the NHS...

2024-05-17T15:43:12Z

I’m a Fitness Instructor With Stage 4 Colon Cancer: What I Want Women to Know About Their Health

You are your biggest advocate.

2024-02-12T20:53:07Z

Meet My New Emotional Support Water Bottle That I’m Recommending to Everyone

I've been told my whole life that drinking water is the answer to my health and wellness problems, from headaches and congested skin to gut issues.

2024-05-17T21:35:18Z

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

Manchester United withdrew my season ticket after I had a heart attack

Introducing Katie Morley's Money Confidential podcast Listen Dear Katie, I have just received notification that Manchester United is cancelling my season ticket memberships on grounds that I have not attended enough games this season. I am wondering whether its records could be wrong. Aside from the fact that I live in London and have to travel 200...

2024-05-17T11:03:27Z

Professional Faqs: How To Prevent Or Treat Mold Allergies And Infections Caused By Rain?

histamines can be taken to reduce the symptoms of mould allergies. For more severe cases, steroid nasal sprays, oral steroids, and antileukotrienes like montelukast may be prescribed. Nasal lavage and immunotherapy are also recommended for treating mould allergies. Additionally, keeping the temperature of the house low can reduce the risk of infections due to rain.This article examines the best ways to prevent and treat mold allergies and...

2024-05-17T01:50:17Z

Don’t ignore the real threat of the WHO pandemic treaty

The crunch is coming. Later this month, global health ministers will decide in Geneva whether to endorse the proposed new World Health Organisation (WHO) pandemic treaty. This treaty actually stems from a British initiative by the then-prime minister Boris Johnson in March 2021. In a joint article with other leaders, he argued that the world needed...

2024-05-16T17:20:17Z

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

How Is Volleyball Scored, Exactly? Here's a Beginner's Guide

If you're not on the women's volleyball wave, it's time to get acquainted.

2024-05-17T18:49:34Z

Common Questions About Low Blood Pressure Answered By Harvard Health Publishing.

How do you raise low blood pressure? Answered by Dr. Howard E. Lewine M.D. Chief Medical Editor, Harvard Health Publishing · 40 years of experience · USA Dehydration and medication side effects are the most common causes of low blood pressure. Some people have low blood pressure when standing, known as postural hypotension. To raise blood pressure ...

2024-05-17T08:36:05Z

Chris Bryant interview: I worry people think that I’m going to die and will write me off

Sir Chris Bryant would be entitled to think his birthdays are cursed. Five years ago he went to see his GP on his birthday, which led to the discovery that he had stage three skin cancer. Then on his 62nd birthday in January this year his local hospital called to tell him his cancer appeared to have returned, only this time in his lung. Rather than...

2024-05-16T18:04:40Z

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

10 Fun Sam’s Club Summer Items To Buy Before They Sell Out

Before you fire up the grill, head to your local Sam's Club warehouse to pick up all your summertime essentials.

2024-05-17T20:27:04Z

The 7 Biggest Benefits of Breastfeeding, According to Experts

There's a lot of lore surrounding the benefits of breastfeeding.

2024-05-17T20:40:13Z

The Best Burger King Order for Weight Loss

A dietitian explains why the Whopper Jr. burger is the best Burger King lunch order for weight loss and tips to keep in mind when ordering.

2024-05-17T10:23:07Z

Letters: It’s time for a radical overhaul of the health service’s management class

SIR – Once again Professor Karol Sikora hits the nail squarely on the head (“The NHS cares more about PR than patients”, Comment, May 17). Your revelations about doctors and other health professionals being punished for performing their professional duties by whistleblowing come as no surprise, but are an enormous sadness none the less. I’ve been s...

2024-05-17T20:34:59Z

Questions About Periodontal Disease? Doctors Have The Answer.

further bone loss. Deep cleaning is a safe and effective way to treat periodontal disease.This article examines the opinion of two medical experts on the effectiveness of deep cleaning in treating periodontal disease. The experts discuss the benefits of deep cleaning, such as restoring oral health, preventing teeth loss, fighting bad breath, protecting tooth roots, promoting healthy gums, and preventing further bone loss. The article concludes...

2024-05-17T06:48:44Z

Teacher with no diagnosed illness took his own life at suicide clinic without family’s knowledge

A teacher with no diagnosed illness took his own life at a Swiss suicide clinic without the knowledge of his family. Alastair Hamilton, 47, died by lethal injection at the Pegasos clinic in Basel after telling his parents he was visiting a friend in Paris. His mother Judith, 81, visited the clinic for an ITV documentary after it apologised for fail...

2024-05-16T19:44:53Z

10 Best Jump Rope Workouts for Weight Loss

A trainer walks you through how to perform 10 of his top-curated jump rope workouts for weight loss to add to your routine.

2024-05-17T14:23:50Z

Keto-Friendly Pistachios: A Nutrition Professional's Guide

This article examines the nutritional content of pistachios and their suitability for consumption on the keto diet. Three experts in nutrition provide their opinions on the matter, and discuss the high protein and fat content of pistachios, as well as their minimal carbohydrate content. Additionally, the article provides a disclaimer about the information presented and the need to seek professional help for any health concerns. This article...

2024-05-17T05:32:33Z

Questions About Stomach Cancer? Harvard Health Publishing Has Answers.

How serious is stomach cancer? Answered by Dr. Howard E. Lewine M.D. Chief Medical Editor, Harvard Health Publishing · 40 years of experience · USA Stomach cancer, also called gastric cancer, is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells that form the inner lining of the stomach. The disease often does not cause symptoms until its later stages. Prog...

2024-05-17T10:36:27Z

Dormice get health check before release into the wild

Ten tiny rare hazel dormice have been given the all-clear by wildlife vets ahead of their release into the wild next month. Each 20-gram dormouse had a 10-minute appointment at ZSL’s Institute of Zoology on London during which their heart and lungs were checked with a stethoscope, and their eyes, ears, nose, teeth and fur examined. They were also m...

2024-05-17T18:23:47Z

10 Best Low-Fat Cheeses For Weight Loss

Dietitians review the specific low-fat cheeses for weight loss along with their health benefits and tips for adding them to your diet.

2024-05-17T13:54:01Z

Running Has Taught Me to Appreciate What My Body Can Do, Not What Size It Is

Growing up, I was always small and scrawny.

2024-05-14T19:38:34Z

Diabetes ‘much more dangerous for men than women’

Diabetes is much more dangerous for men than for women, a study has suggested. Researchers found that the rates of heart disease, complications involving the leg, foot and kidneys, and the sight-threatening eye disease diabetic retinopathy, were all higher in male patients with the condition. Men are known to be at greater risk of heart disease or ...

2024-05-17T05:11:30Z

11 Best High-Fiber Fast-Food Orders

To reach your fiber goals when going through the drive-thru, order these fast-food menu items.

2024-05-17T14:26:00Z

TLC postpone Canadian tour dates

TLC have postponed some of their Canadian tour dates after doctors have advised T-Boz not to perform. Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins told fans she and several other tour members have the flu. "We deeply regret to inform you that we must cancel the upcoming date,” the duo said of their scheduled concert in New Brunswick. “Unfortunately, a few members of our...

2024-05-16T05:07:29Z

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

The Apple Watch SE Dropped to Under $200 in Amazon’s Memorial Day Sale

If you’ve been considering an Apple Watch, now’s a great time to buy.

2023-05-10T14:51:11Z