HB Mag Health Research Team
If you have been searching for ways to feel better without medication, you have probably seen light therapy boxes. The short answer is yes. For many people with seasonal depression, bright light therapy works as well as antidepressant medication. For non-seasonal depression, the evidence is growing but not as strong. It is not a cure-all, … Read more
Rezdiffra (resmetirom) was approved in 2024 for a specific type of liver disease called NASH (nonalcoholic steatohepatitis). Weight loss is not a primary intended effect of this medication. Current research shows weight changes are modest and inconsistent, averaging 2-5 pounds in clinical trials. This is not a weight loss drug. If you take Rezdiffra hoping … Read more
Eye pressure is not something most people think about until their doctor mentions it. The medical term is intraocular pressure. High eye pressure is the main risk factor for glaucoma, a condition that can damage the optic nerve and lead to vision loss. Lowering eye pressure is the only proven way to slow or stop … Read more
Raising your good cholesterol (HDL) naturally is possible through specific lifestyle changes that research supports. The most effective strategies include eating healthy fats like olive oil and fatty fish, doing regular aerobic exercise, losing excess body fat, and quitting smoking. These actions work differently than lowering bad cholesterol — they help your body clear out … Read more
Yellow toenails are common, but they are not normal. If your toenails have turned yellow, thickened, or look dull, the cause is usually something specific. Fungal infection is the most common reason. Nail polish staining is another. Sometimes a health condition like psoriasis or diabetes is the real cause. Getting rid of the yellow depends … Read more
Women’s health physical therapy is a specialized field of physical therapy that focuses on conditions unique to women or more common in women. It treats pelvic floor dysfunction, pregnancy-related pain, postpartum recovery, and menopause symptoms. Anyone experiencing pelvic pain, incontinence, or pain during pregnancy or after childbirth may benefit from this type of care. It … Read more
Wegovy works by mimicking a hormone that tells your brain you are full. This is why it helps with weight loss. It is also why it causes nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea for many people. Managing these side effects comes down to one main strategy: slow down how fast the medicine enters your system. Eat smaller … Read more
Yes, watermelon can help with inflammation. The fruit contains compounds like lycopene and cucurbitacin E that have been shown to reduce markers of inflammation in the body. But the real answer is more nuanced than a simple yes or no. Watermelon is not a cure for chronic inflammatory conditions. For most people, it works best … Read more
Yes, a sinus infection can directly cause chest congestion. The reason is simple: mucus drains from your sinuses down the back of your throat into your airways. This is called postnasal drip. When infected mucus reaches your chest, it can irritate your lungs and trigger coughing, wheezing, and that heavy feeling of congestion. It does … Read more
You can make paper from leaves by blending cooked leaves into a pulp, pressing the pulp flat, and letting it dry. This old technique turns fallen leaves into handmade paper sheets for crafts, notes, or art. The basic steps are: collect and clean leaves, boil them to soften the fibers, blend them with water into … Read more