HB Mag Health Research Team
Roughly one in six people in the United States between the ages of 14 and 49 has HSV-2, the virus that most often causes genital herpes. That number comes from the CDC’s National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, which tests blood samples from a representative sample of the population. The infection is very common, but … Read more
Peeling lips are painful, distracting, and frustrating. You might be tempted to scrub them or pick at the dead skin, but that usually makes things worse. The fastest way to heal peeling lips is to stop the cause, protect the damaged skin, and let your lips repair themselves. This means avoiding harsh ingredients, using a … Read more
Millions of men take melatonin to sleep better, but many worry about its impact on hormones. The direct answer is that standard doses of melatonin do not appear to lower testosterone levels in healthy men. However, the relationship between sleep aids and hormones is more complex than a simple yes or no, and some specific … Read more
Skyr is an Icelandic cultured dairy product that has become popular in US grocery stores. It is thick, high in protein, and often marketed as a health food. The short answer is yes, traditional skyr contains probiotics, and many of them can survive stomach acid to reach your gut. However, the type of bacteria and … Read more
Blood in your stool is alarming, and it is natural to wonder if your appendix could be the cause. The direct answer is that appendicitis rarely causes blood in the stool. In fact, visible blood in the stool is not a typical symptom of a standard appendix infection, and when it does occur, it often … Read more
Treating autism in adults is not about curing it. Autism is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition, not a disease. Treatment focuses on support, skill-building, and managing co-occurring conditions like anxiety or depression. Effective approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), social skills training, occupational therapy, and medication for specific symptoms when needed. The goal is to improve … Read more
A piercing is supposed to heal into a small, neat hole. Sometimes, the body has a different plan. Instead of a flat scar, a thick, raised lump of tissue grows around the piercing site. That lump is a keloid. It is not a pimple, and it is not a normal part of healing. It is … Read more
When you are watching your sugar intake, fruit can feel like a confusing part of the diet. It is natural to wonder which fruits are high in sugar and which ones are safer to eat regularly. The honest answer is that all fruit contains natural sugar, but the amount varies significantly between types. Fruits like … Read more
High blood pressure often has no symptoms, so a diagnosis can feel sudden and confusing. The first thing to do is confirm the reading with your doctor, since a single high number can be influenced by stress, caffeine, or a poorly fitted cuff. From there, the path forward usually combines lifestyle changes and, when needed, … Read more
A hemangioma is a bright red birthmark made of extra blood vessels that grows in the skin. It is the most common tumor of infancy, but it is not cancer. Most hemangiomas appear in the first weeks of life, grow for several months, and then slowly shrink on their own without any treatment. Treatment is … Read more