HB Mag Health Research Team
If you need to delay your period for a vacation, a wedding, or a medical procedure, prescription pills called norethisterone are the most reliable option. These are not birth control pills in the standard sense. They are a type of progestogen hormone that tells your body to keep the uterine lining in place, preventing your … Read more
To calculate your calorie deficit you need to know your maintenance calories — the number of calories your body burns each day to stay the same weight. Then subtract 300 to 500 calories from that number. That difference is your deficit. For most people a deficit of 300 to 500 calories per day leads to … Read more
Your thyroid lab results came back “normal” but you still feel exhausted, cold, or foggy. This is one of the most common frustrations in thyroid care. The difference between normal and optimal ranges explains why. Normal means your numbers fall within the broad range of a healthy population. Optimal means your numbers sit where your … Read more
Factor 5 is a protein your body makes in the liver. It helps blood clot when you get a cut or injury. Think of it as a helper in a chain reaction that stops bleeding. About 5% of White people in the US have a specific change in the gene that makes Factor 5, called … Read more
If you have ever wondered whether a shortness of breath or a persistent cough could be asthma, you are not alone. Quick online quizzes that ask “Do you have asthma?” are popular, but they cannot replace a medical diagnosis. The short answer is that these quizzes can help you recognize symptoms, but they are not … Read more
You wash your face twice a day. You change your pillowcase. You avoid touching your skin. Yet there it is — another red, tender bump right on your chin. Chin breakouts are frustrating because they feel different from breakouts elsewhere on your face. They tend to be deeper, more painful, and slower to heal. The … Read more
Tooth pain often stops when you identify and treat the root cause. For immediate relief, rinse with warm salt water, apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek, and take an over-the-counter anti-inflammatory like ibuprofen if you can safely take it. Avoid very hot, cold, or sugary foods and drinks until you see … Read more
Mold grows on any household surface that provides moisture, food, and the right temperature. Common surfaces include drywall, wood, fabric, carpet, cardboard, ceiling tiles, and dust. Mold also grows on unexpected items like plastic, glass, and metal if a layer of organic dust or dirt is present. The key is always moisture — without it, … Read more
Yes, ear infections can cause a sore throat, but it is not a direct cause-and-effect relationship. The connection usually happens because the same bacteria or virus that triggers the ear infection also inflames the throat. Or, the pain from the ear can radiate down to the throat, making it feel sore even when the throat … Read more
You have probably heard the same advice for years: bleach kills mold. Vinegar kills mold. Borax kills mold. And they do. But each has real downsides. Bleach fumes are harsh. Vinegar can damage some surfaces. Borax is hard to find in some stores. The good news is you have better options. Hydrogen peroxide, tea tree … Read more