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Avoid Eating Onions If You Have This Medical Condition – Health Digest
The reason onions can make matters worse for IBD patients is that they’re considered a high-FODMAP (fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols) food. FODMAPs are sugars that can prompt unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms like bloating, gas, or stomach pain, registered dietitian Anne-Marie Stelluti explains (via Crohn’s & Colitis Australia). Additionally, if you’re experiencing diarrhea as a […]
Here’s How Long You’re Contagious After Getting Norovirus – Health Digest
There is also no specific treatment for norovirus, except managing symptoms as you would with the flu. Once you have the virus, dehydration becomes a serious concern, so replenishing with electrolytes and fluids is key. It is also important to watch out for severe dehydration symptoms like fatigue, dry mouth and throat, decreased urine output, listlessness, […]
Eating Butter Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Risk Of Cancer – Health Digest
It’s important to get plenty of beta-carotene from our diet, but supplements are another story. Experts at Mount Sinai report how some research has shown that beta-carotene supplements may oppositely increase one’s risk for cancer, particularly lung cancer in people who smoke. One possible explanation for this connection is that dietary sources of beta-carotene tend […]
These Muscles Burn The Most Amount Of Calories – Health Digest
Your hamstrings are the antagonist muscles to your quads, and they work with your gluteal muscles to extend your hip. Strong hamstrings not only burn more calories, but they also help stabilize your knee by protecting your anterior cruciate ligament. To strengthen your hamstrings, you can turn to a weightlifter’s favorite, the Romanian deadlift (RDL). […]
When Is It Too Late To Ask For An Epidural? Here’s What An Expert Has To Say – Health Digest
Dr. Farishta goes on to tell Health Digest that there are some circumstances under which administering an epidural may be more difficult. “Epidurals can usually be administered as long as the patient is able to stay still long enough for it to be placed, which usually takes 5-15 minutes,” she explains. “This is often not […]
The Unexpected Ingredient That Might Be Hiding In Your Ibuprofen – Health Digest
In ibuprofen capsules, tablets, or caplets, you may see sucrose listed on the ingredients label (per Drugs.com). Sucrose, which is no different than the sugar you’d find in your pantry, is sometimes used in the making of medications to enhance their taste and make them a little more pleasant to swallow. As Mary Poppins would […]
My post-menopause glow up made me look 10 years younger and gave me my confidence back
Could a non-surgical facelift help you look 10 years younger and reverse the signs of ageing caused by menopause? Healthista spoke to Maureen Roberts, 61 who tried Face Design by Dr Ivona Igerc, to help her look younger post-menopause It’s no secret that a facelift can be an expensive investment for an ageing face. Although a traditional […]
Expert Tips On Finding The Right Mental Health Therapist For You – Health Digest
Dr. Hiser says some therapists will base their rates on your income to help reduce costs. “Another thing people can look for is calling training clinics at university clinical or counseling psychology programs to see if they offer therapy to the public,” Dr. Hiser said. “This would entail having a doctoral graduate student therapist who […]
We Tried TikTok’s Easy Ear Trick To Fall Asleep Fast. Here’s What Happened – Health Digest
In the video, Dr. Hanson explains that by applying pressure to the animian region, it helps put our nervous system at ease so we can drift off to sleep more quickly. For my experiment, however, I didn’t want to rely solely on perceived feelings of relaxation to draw my conclusions. Rather, I wanted to crunch […]
Avoid Eating These Salad Ingredients Every Day If You Have This Medical Condition – Health Digest
While salads with alkaline-rich ingredients can be especially good for heartburn, there are some ingredients you need to avoid eating. We’re talking acidic tomatoes; fried croutons (or anything else fried); allium vegetables like onions, garlic, and shallots; citrus fruits; processed foods; and spicy ingredients like peppers. The fermented fibers in allium vegetables can lead to more stomach acid […]