HB Mag Health Research Team
A pilonidal cyst is a small pocket or tunnel in the skin that usually forms near the tailbone at the top of the buttock crease. It often contains hair, skin debris, and bacteria. When the cyst becomes infected, it can cause pain, swelling, and drainage of pus or blood. The condition is not caused by … Read more
Inhaling helium from balloons is not just a party trick — it can be dangerous. The short answer is yes, it is bad for you. Even one breath can cause dizziness, fainting, or an air embolism. Taking helium directly from a tank can be fatal. The risk is real, and it is not worth the … Read more
You can make a compass at home without a magnet by using a sewing needle and a piece of silk or wool. Rub the needle against the fabric in one direction about 50 times. This aligns the metal’s magnetic domains enough to let it point north when floated on water. It is not as strong … Read more
About 1 in 250 pregnancies results in twins naturally in the United States. That is a 0.4% chance. But the real number depends heavily on your age, your family history, and whether you used fertility treatments. Most people overestimate how common twins are. You hear stories. You see twin strollers. But the baseline odds are … Read more
Yes, eggs can help you lose weight. They are high in protein and low in calories, which makes them a strong choice for weight management. A single large egg has about 70 calories and 6 grams of protein. That protein helps you feel full longer, so you eat less later in the day. How Do … Read more
Leaky gut is a condition where the lining of your intestines becomes more porous, allowing tiny particles like undigested food, bacteria, and toxins to pass into your bloodstream. This triggers the immune system, leading to widespread inflammation throughout the body. While the medical community debates its exact role in disease, the core idea is a … Read more
Planking does not burn tummy fat directly. No exercise can target fat loss from a specific body part. When people ask “Does planking burn tummy fat?” what they really want to know is whether this simple core exercise can help shrink their waistline. The honest answer is yes and no — and the research explains … Read more
Wrapping a hand with a bandage the right way means applying firm, even pressure that supports the injured area without cutting off circulation. The goal is to stabilize the hand, reduce swelling, and allow for safe movement while healing. A properly wrapped hand follows a few key rules: start at the fingers, wrap toward the … Read more
You notice a dark red blob on your pad or in the toilet and wonder if something is wrong. Passing blood clots during your period is usually normal. The reason you get blood clots during your period is that your body releases natural anticoagulants to keep menstrual blood flowing. When flow is heavy, these substances … Read more
In 2017, the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology changed what doctors consider normal blood pressure. The new normal blood pressure range is anything below 120/80 mm Hg. Any reading between 120-129 systolic (the top number) and less than 80 diastolic (the bottom number) is now called “elevated.” This change was not … Read more