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Why The Health Insurance Death Spiral Is So Dangerous – Health Digest
To increase the number of healthy people in the health insurance pool, the Affordable Care Act required all people in 2014 to either have health insurance or pay a tax penalty, according to a 2020 article in Health Affairs. When efforts to eliminate this mandate began in 2017, health insurance companies in the ACA marketplace […]
The Fascinating Reason We Lose Our Appetite When It’s Hot Outside – Health Digest
Scientists believe that this natural order of needing to stay cool by eating less when it’s hot outside is something that has evolved over time in humans. Our brains play a big role in the loss of appetite too. According to Dr. Alona Pulde, a family practitioner who specializes in nutrition and lifestyle medicine, (via […]
Why You Should Eat Blueberries After A Workout – Health Digest
In a 2012 study in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 10 physically active women consumed blueberry smoothies (or similar-calorie placebos) five and 10 hours before performing 300 single-leg extensions on an isokinetic machine. Additional smoothies were ingested immediately post-workout, as well as at 12 and 36 hours later. Researchers assessed recovery […]
What Really Happens To Your Body When You Drink A Starbucks Latte Every Day – Health Digest
Acne continues to be a common skin problem beyond adolescence, as noted in a 2020 study published in JAMA Dermatology. In Western countries, around half of adults older than 25 have acne, with women being affected at a higher rate. In some people, acne develops for the first time during adulthood, while in others it […]
Don’t Make This Mistake When Doing Lower Ab Exercises – Health Digest
Your back can easily arch during any lower abdominal exercises that require you to lie on your back. Think about the hollow hold, where your arms are raised over your head while your legs are extended and raised at an angle to the floor. The closer your heels are to the floor, the more likely […]
Why You Shouldn’t Eat Chocolate Before A Workout – Health Digest
Centralitalliance/Getty Images Going to the gym or hyping yourself up for a workout can be difficult on some days. At times like these, you might wish that you could turn to your favorite snack for a quick boost of endorphins and energy. Enter a bar of chocolate sitting in your gym bag. How bad can it […]
This Could Be Why You’re Not Losing Weight (Even If You’re Exercising And Dieting) – Health Digest
If you’re dieting, you could easily feel left out of social gatherings such as happy hours and restaurant openings. Yet a little drink here or there can wreck your weight loss, according to Better Health Channel. Not only does alcohol put a halt to your fat burning, but it will have you reaching for less […]
Where Is Browndages From Shark Tank Season 13 Today? – Health Digest
Bashir and Mahdi pitched Browndages to the Sharks, handing each some samples to match their skin tones (via YouTube). They wanted $75,000 for a 7.5% stake in the company. All the Sharks were supportive of the company’s aim for inclusivity, but Robert Herjavec declined because he believed larger companies could produce billions in inventory at […]
The Four Worst Foods For Acid Reflux, According To A Gastroenterologist – Health Digest
While citrus fruit has many health benefits to offer us, it may not be the best choice for those who experience acid reflux. “Citrus fruits … are acidic in nature,” Dr. Brown told us. This is because citrus fruits — such as oranges, lemons, and grapefruits — have lower pH levels. The lower the pH level, the more […]
If You Swallow Too Much Toothpaste, This Is What Happens To Your Body – Health Digest
Sodium fluoride and triclosan are the two toxic chemicals in toothpaste that, when eaten in excess, can lead to symptoms of an overdose such as vomiting, diarrhea, convulsions, trouble breathing, reduced heart rate, heart attack, and more (via Mount Sinai). While this may sound unnerving, the National Capital Poison Center emphasizes that non-prescription toothpaste products […]