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Westend61/Getty Images Every person has a sweet spot when it comes to how much sleep is “enough” for them. (In the case of President Donald Trump, his abbreviated sleep habits may not be doing his health any favors.) However, the general consensus among sleep specialists is that […]
Milan Markovic/Getty Images Grapefruit may not be everyone’s favorite fruit, but its sour punch can be surprisingly refreshing. While eating a lemon or lime might be too intense, a spoonful of sweet Ruby Red grapefruit can really hit the spot on a hot summer day. A cup […]
Fg Trade/Getty Images It’s hard to overestimate the importance of protecting your heart. After all, it works 24/7. If you’re an average, healthy person, you can expect your heart to circulate around five to six liters of blood each minute. And if you’re exercising, that figure can […]
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Westend61/Getty Images Every person has a sweet spot when it comes to how much sleep is “enough” for them. (In the case…
Milan Markovic/Getty Images Grapefruit may not be everyone’s favorite fruit, but its sour punch can be surprisingly refreshing. While eating a lemon…
Fg Trade/Getty Images It’s hard to overestimate the importance of protecting your heart. After all, it works 24/7. If you’re an average,…
Skynesher/Getty Images Intense head pain, light sensitivity, nausea, and vomiting are among the common migraine and pre-migraine symptoms that can force you to…
Maxim Elramsisy/Shutterstock Now that Jill Biden is no longer serving as First Lady, she’s been keeping a relatively low profile when it…
Brooke Shields Explains The Scary Reality Of Drinking Too Much Water After Suffering A Seizure – Health Digest
Shields described the severity of symptoms she experienced during the seizure, including frothing at the mouth, skin turning blue, and attempting to swallow her tongue. “The next thing I remember, [I’m] being loaded into an ambulance. I have oxygen on,” she tells Glamour, adding that actor Bradley Cooper rode alongside her in the ambulance on […]
This Type Of Protein Powder Won’t Help You Build Muscle – Health Digest
Amino acids can be classified into three groups: essential, non-essential, and conditional (per Healthline). Essential amino acids are crucial for muscle growth since the body cannot produce them on its own. You can get them through dietary intake or supplements as recommended. Among these essential amino acids, branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) are especially important when […]
Everything That’s Not Healthy About Eating Veggie Pasta – Health Digest
Research suggests that Americans consume some 20 pounds of pasta per person every year. Many of them seek out alternatives, but the nutrients associated with some types of veggie pastas may surprise you. Many are higher in calories than you expect, or contain significantly less fiber than you hope. If you’re watching what you eat […]
What It Means When You Cough Up Mucus – Health Digest
According to the NHS, respiratory infections affect the throat, sinuses, lungs, and airways and can include symptoms like cough with yellow, green, or brown phlegm; sneezing; stuffy nose; sore throat; headaches; fever; body aches; wheezing; and malaise. The specific symptoms you experience depend on the cause. For example, the common cold is caused by a […]
If You Don’t Eat Enough Protein, This Is What Happens To Your Weight – Health Digest
Protein also helps your body recover from illness, according to the London Health Sciences Centre. When you’re sick, you quickly deplete your levels of albumin, which is typically the most abundant type of protein in your body. Doctors know the severity of your illness depending on your albumin levels. While protein will pull water through […]
The Hidden Dangers Of Taking Your Medication With This Popular Beverage – Health Digest
All drinks are not equal when it comes to taking your medications. A study in the Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal found that consuming common over-the-counter medications with Coca-Cola increased the medications’ disintegration time. The study had patients take five immediate-release drugs with several drinks, including cola. The cola increases the disintegration of four out of five of […]
The Best Time Of Day To Eat Junk Food (Without Jeopardizing Your Diet) – Health Digest
The body’s internal clock, its circadian rhythm, influences metabolism and can guide decisions on when to indulge in junk food without compromising diet goals. Beyond the general principles of carbohydrate and fat metabolism, circadian rhythms affect various hormones and enzymes responsible for nutrient processing. For instance, insulin, which regulates blood sugar levels, follows a diurnal […]
What To Know Before Becoming A Stool Donor – Health Digest
If you’re interested in becoming a stool donor, it’s important to know that it’s not just about passing medical tests. You may also need to make some lifestyle and dietary changes to make sure the donation process is safe and effective for you and the recipient. An international survey published in Frontiers in Nutrition in 2021 […]
Sneaky Ways To Hide Your Daily Dose Of V8 Juice – Health Digest
There are clever ways to sneak in this nutrient-rich elixir without sacrificing flavor or convenience. Swap sugary fruit juices in your smoothie with V8 juice for a nutrient boost without compromising flavor or convenience. Another stealthy tactic is to use V8 juice as a base for soups and sauces. For example, it can be a […]
What Happens To Your Body When You Suddenly Stop Eating Bread – Health Digest
When a person has celiac disease, their immune system treats the protein gluten like a dangerous foreign invader (via the Mayo Clinic). Over time, this autoimmune disorder causes damage to the small intestine. Symptoms of celiac disease can include bloating and gas (per WebMD). However, it’s possible that eating bread that contains gluten can still cause […]