You touch your scalp and feel a bump. It is natural to wonder what is going on. The most common reasons for bumps on your head are acne, folliculitis (inflamed hair follicles), contact dermatitis from hair products, or simply an ingrown hair. These bumps are usually harmless and clear up on their own. Understanding the … Read more
Your blood type is determined by the presence or absence of specific molecules on the surface of your red blood cells. These molecules, called antigens, create the major blood group systems: ABO and Rh. The frequency of each blood type varies across the world, but the global distribution is clear. O positive is the most … Read more
Estrogen patches are a common way to treat menopause symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats. A high dose estrogen patch is generally considered anything above 0.1 mg per day. Patches come in several strengths, and the highest standard dose delivers 0.1 mg of estradiol over 24 hours. What Are the Standard Estrogen Patch Doses? … Read more
If you have ever reached for a Pepcid after a meal and wondered whether it will actually stop that bloated, gassy feeling, here is the short answer: Pepcid is not designed to treat gas. Pepcid (famotidine) works by reducing stomach acid production. It helps with heartburn, acid reflux, and indigestion caused by too much acid. … Read more
A chronic infection is an infection that your immune system cannot fully clear, so the pathogen stays in your body for months, years, or even a lifetime. Unlike an acute infection like a cold that runs its course in a week, a chronic infection persists because the bacteria, virus, fungus, or parasite has found ways … Read more
If you are cutting calories to lose fat, you need more protein than usual to keep your muscle. The general recommendation is 0.7 to 1.0 grams of protein per pound of your body weight each day. For a 180-pound person, that means 126 to 180 grams of protein daily. This range is higher than what … Read more
Aluminum is one of the most common metals in home workshops, yet it is also one of the trickiest to join. You have three main options: welding, brazing, or riveting. Welding melts the base metal to create a fused joint, brazing uses a filler metal that melts at a lower temperature than aluminum, and riveting … Read more
A blocked nose makes it hard to breathe, sleep, and focus. The most effective way to treat it is with a combination of saline rinses, steam inhalation, and over-the-counter decongestants used for no more than three days. For long-term relief, address the underlying cause — whether it is allergies, a cold, or structural issues like … Read more
You probably noticed a red, tender bump on your nose and wondered why it showed up there of all places. Nose pimples happen because your nose has large pores and produces a lot of oil, making it a prime spot for clogged pores and bacterial growth. The good news is that most nose pimples are … Read more
Miso is not always gluten free. Traditional miso made from soybeans and rice or barley often contains barley (mugi miso), which has gluten. However, many brands now make gluten free miso using only soybeans and rice or other gluten free grains. You need to read the label carefully to know for sure. What Exactly Is … Read more