Healthy Living

Most people think losing your eyesight as you age is just something you have to accept. That is not entirely true. While some vision changes are normal with aging, research shows you can take real steps to protect your vision and even improve certain aspects of your eyesight. The most effective strategies involve a combination … Read more

Mucinex is a common over-the-counter medicine, but it does not stop you from coughing. It works on the mucus in your chest, not on the cough reflex itself. For many people with a wet, productive cough, that makes a real difference. For a dry, hacking cough, it will likely do nothing at all. How Does … Read more

When you have diarrhea, the foods and drinks to avoid are dairy, greasy or fried foods, high-fiber foods, caffeine, alcohol, and sugary drinks. These items can make diarrhea worse by irritating your gut, drawing water into your intestines, or speeding up digestion. Sticking to bland, low-fiber foods and clear liquids gives your digestive system a … Read more

Getting out of a slump starts with one small action that breaks the cycle of inactivity. Research from behavioral activation therapy shows that doing something — even a five-minute walk or making your bed — can shift your brain chemistry enough to build momentum. The science-backed steps are simple: start small, move your body, change … Read more

You have up to 120 hours (5 days) to take Plan B after unprotected sex, but it works best when taken within the first 72 hours (3 days). The sooner you take it, the more effective it is. Plan B is a type of emergency contraception that prevents pregnancy by delaying or stopping ovulation. It … Read more

You step on the scale. The number stares back at you. It tells you what you weigh, but it does not tell you if that weight is healthy for your body. The honest answer is that your ideal weight depends on many things the scale cannot measure — your muscle mass, your bone density, your … Read more

A handle of vodka contains 59.2 fluid ounces. That is the short answer. In the United States, a “handle” refers specifically to a 1.75-liter bottle of liquor. Since one liter equals 33.8 fluid ounces, 1.75 liters equals 59.2 ounces. This is the standard large bottle size you see on the bottom shelf at liquor stores. … Read more

Ear tubes, also called tympanostomy tubes or PE tubes (pressure equalization tubes), are tiny cylinders placed through the eardrum to create an air passage between the middle ear and the outside world. The procedure is common in children who get frequent ear infections, and it usually takes about 15 minutes under general anesthesia. The main … Read more

Taking steroids, especially anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS), can directly affect your prostate gland. This is not a myth. Research shows that steroid use can increase prostate size and raise prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels. For men over 35, this is a real concern. The key facts are straightforward: monitor your PSA levels before and during cycles, … Read more

Spinal torsion is a twisting of the spine that pulls vertebrae out of their natural alignment. It is most often caused by repetitive poor posture, muscle imbalances, or sudden injury. Treatment focuses on physical therapy to correct muscle patterns, manual therapy to restore alignment, and exercises to stabilize the core. Most cases improve without surgery … Read more