You have probably heard the term “physiological disorder” and wondered what it really means. A physiological disorder is a condition where a part of the body does not work the way it should because of a problem with its physical or chemical function. Unlike a mental health condition, which starts in the brain’s thought and … Read more
BMI stands for body mass index. It is a simple number based on your height and weight. To calculate it, take your weight in kilograms and divide it by your height in meters squared. Or use pounds and inches: (weight in pounds ÷ height in inches ÷ height in inches) x 703. The result places … Read more
Yoga alone will not cause significant weight loss for most people, but it supports weight loss in ways many other exercises do not. The key is understanding what yoga does well — building consistency, reducing stress, and improving body awareness — and what it does not do well, like burning enough calories to create a … Read more
Moldy cheese is not always unsafe to eat, but you need to know which mold is which. Hard cheeses like Parmesan and cheddar can be salvaged by cutting off the moldy part with a one-inch margin. Soft cheeses like brie, cottage cheese, and shredded cheese should be thrown away entirely. The key difference is how … Read more
A yeast infection usually looks like thick, white discharge that resembles cottage cheese. It is often odorless or has a mild yeasty smell. On the skin, a yeast infection appears as a red, itchy rash with small raised bumps at the edges. The affected area may feel raw or sore. This is not the same … Read more
There is no single perfect weight for a 65-year-old woman based on height alone, but a healthy range exists. For most women at this age, a Body Mass Index (BMI) between 19 and 27 is associated with the lowest health risks, though muscle mass and bone density matter more than the number on the scale. … Read more
Cutting a papaya the right way is simple once you know the steps. First, wash the whole fruit under cool water. Slice off both ends with a sharp knife. Stand the papaya upright and cut it in half lengthwise from top to bottom. Scoop out all the black seeds from the center cavity using a … Read more
Itching all over your body with no rash or obvious cause is frustrating and often worrying. The most common reason is dry skin, but when that is not the case, the cause is often internal — something happening inside your body rather than on your skin. Kidney disease, liver problems, thyroid disorders, and even certain … Read more
Many people with tinnitus worry it might lead to dementia. The short answer is no. Tinnitus does not cause dementia. But the long answer is more interesting. Research shows a connection between the two conditions, though it is not a cause-and-effect relationship. About 10% to 15% of adults have persistent tinnitus. That is millions of … Read more
Garlic is not a cure for the flu, but research shows it may help your immune system fight off viruses more effectively. The active compound allicin, which gives garlic its strong smell, has been shown in lab studies to have antiviral properties. However, the evidence that eating garlic can prevent or treat the flu in … Read more