HB Mag Health Research Team
Almost every new parent sees it: a small amount of milk coming back up after a feed. Reflux in a newborn is the backward flow of stomach contents into the esophagus. It happens because the muscle that seals the top of the stomach is still immature in infants. In most babies this is a normal … Read more
Vitamin B12 does not directly cause insomnia in the way caffeine does. The evidence linking high B12 intake to sleeplessness is limited and indirect. What is clearer is that B12 affects sleep timing and energy metabolism, and some people report sleep changes after starting supplements. The picture is more complicated than “B12 keeps you awake.” … Read more
Gaining weight is not simply about eating more. Healthy weight gain means adding muscle and some fat in a balanced way, not just calories. The most reliable approach combines calorie-dense whole foods, enough protein to support muscle, and strength training. For people who cannot gain weight through diet alone, a doctor may look for underlying … Read more
Yes, you can use red light therapy on a knee after replacement surgery. The light itself does not damage metal or plastic implants. But there is an important gap between “safe to shine on the skin” and “proven to help.” The evidence that red light therapy improves outcomes after knee replacement is thin, and most … Read more
Yes, you can use ginger powder for tea. Stir about a quarter to a half teaspoon of ground ginger into hot water, let it steep for a few minutes, and drink it warm. It is a simple, inexpensive way to make ginger tea when you do not have fresh root on hand, though the flavor … Read more
Krill oil is a dietary supplement made from tiny shrimp-like sea creatures called krill. It is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and a type of fat called phospholipids, and it often contains a reddish pigment called astaxanthin. People take it hoping to get the heart and joint benefits linked to fish oil, but the two … Read more
Your blood type is determined by tiny markers on the surface of your red blood cells. The two main systems are ABO, which gives you A, B, AB, or O, and the Rh factor, which makes you positive or negative. Together they produce the eight common blood types: A+, A−, B+, B−, AB+, AB−, O+, … Read more
Yes, menopause can raise your risk of high blood pressure. The drop in estrogen that comes with menopause changes how your blood vessels relax and how your body handles sodium, and those changes can push blood pressure upward. It is not a guarantee you will develop hypertension, but it is one reason blood pressure tends … Read more
Counting is one of the most common compulsions in obsessive-compulsive disorder. It can look like counting steps, ceiling tiles, breaths, or repetitions of a ritual until a number “feels right.” The most effective way to stop it is not to fight the counting directly, but to change how you respond to the intrusive thought that … Read more
Inflammation is a normal immune response. It becomes a problem when it stays switched on at low levels for months or years. The foods most consistently linked to higher chronic inflammation are sugary drinks, refined carbohydrates, processed meats, fried foods and foods high in added sugar. Cutting back on these is the practical answer most … Read more