HB Mag Health Research Team
Statins can cause anxiety and depression in some people, though it is not a common side effect and the evidence is mixed. Research shows a small number of patients report mood changes, including depression and anxiety, while taking statins. However, for most people, the benefits of lowering cholesterol and preventing heart attacks far outweigh this … Read more
A butt chin — also called a cleft chin — is simply a small indentation in the middle of your chin. It is not a medical problem. It is not a sign of anything wrong. It is a genetic trait that some people have and some do not. The official name is a chin cleft, … Read more
Mixing baby formula seems simple enough — add powder to water and shake. But if you have ever ended up with a bottle full of foam or lumpy formula stuck to the bottom, you know it is not that straightforward. The key to mixing baby formula without bubbles or clumps is to use water at … Read more
If you have seen bottles of liquid aminos on grocery store shelves next to soy sauce, you have probably wondered what exactly is inside them. Liquid aminos are a dark liquid made from soybeans or other protein sources that have been treated with an acid or enzymes to break down the proteins into individual amino … Read more
You are waking up embarrassed, confused, or maybe a little frustrated. And you keep asking yourself the same question: why is this happening so often now? Wet dreams are not just for teenagers. Many adults experience them, and the reasons are more straightforward than you might think. The short answer is that your body is … Read more
Nail polish is removed by solvents that break down the polymers and resins holding the color to your nail. Acetone is the most effective and widely used solvent for this job. Non-acetone removers use ethyl acetate or other gentler solvents that work more slowly but are less drying. Does Acetone or Non-Acetone Remover Work Better? … Read more
Most women start feeling morning sickness between week 5 and week 6 of pregnancy. That is roughly one to two weeks after a missed period. For some it begins as early as week 4. For others it never shows up at all. The timing varies more than most people realize. Morning sickness is one of … Read more
Yes, tooth nerves can die, and when they do, you need treatment to save the tooth. A dead nerve inside a tooth is called a necrotic pulp. It happens when the blood supply to the nerve gets cut off. Without blood, the nerve tissue dies. This is not a myth or a rare event. It … Read more
Hair bumps, ingrown hairs, and infected follicles can look very similar at first glance, but there are clear differences once you know what to check. An ingrown hair typically appears as a small, red or dark bump with a visible hair trapped under the skin. An infected hair bump, on the other hand, will be … Read more
You reach for a cookie at 3 p.m. almost every day. It feels automatic, not even hungry. The first step to curb sugar cravings is to eat enough protein at breakfast. The second is to wait 10 minutes before giving in. The third is to swap your sweet for something sour or bitter. These three … Read more