Research-based articles on weight management, joint health, gut health, and natural wellness to help you make informed health decisions.
Everyone’s skin changes color from time to time. A sunburn turns it red. Bruises turn it purple. But green skin is different. It is not normal. If your skin looks green, it is a sign that something is happening inside your body. The most common reason is a buildup of a green pigment called biliverdin. … Read more
If you need to lower your blood pressure quickly before a medical test, the most reliable methods are simple changes you can make in the minutes beforehand. Deep breathing, sitting quietly with your feet flat on the floor, and emptying your bladder can each lower your reading by 5 to 10 points. Avoiding caffeine, nicotine, … Read more
Is blood group A Rhesus negative rare? The short answer is: it is relatively uncommon, but it is not among the rarest blood types. In the United States, about 6 out of every 100 people have A negative blood. That makes it less common than A positive but more common than AB negative or B … Read more
Pancreatitis is diagnosed using a combination of blood tests and imaging scans. Blood tests measure levels of pancreatic enzymes, especially lipase and amylase. Imaging tests such as CT or ultrasound then confirm the inflammation and check for complications. What Blood Tests Diagnose Pancreatitis? Blood tests are the first step. They measure two main pancreatic enzymes: … Read more
No, HPV and herpes are not the same virus. They are two completely different infections. HPV (human papillomavirus) and herpes (herpes simplex virus, or HSV) both spread through skin-to-skin contact, but they cause different symptoms and have different long-term effects. HPV can cause genital warts and some types lead to cancer. Herpes causes painful blisters … Read more
When you get an MRI of your lower leg, you will lie on a table that slides into a large tube-shaped machine. The scan takes about 30 to 60 minutes. It uses a strong magnet and radio waves to create detailed images of your bones, muscles, tendons, and blood vessels. You will not feel anything … Read more
Ultrasound in physical therapy uses sound waves to generate deep heat inside your body’s tissues. This heat increases blood flow, relaxes tight muscles, and helps break down stubborn scar tissue. It is a common tool for treating joint stiffness, muscle spasms, and chronic pain conditions. How Does Therapeutic Ultrasound Work? Therapy ultrasound machines send high-frequency … Read more
When you eat a lot of sugar, your blood sugar shoots up fast. Your body responds by releasing a large amount of insulin. This can cause your blood sugar to drop too quickly, leading to a “crash.” During that crash, your body releases stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol. These hormones can make you feel … Read more
For most adults, perfect blood pressure is below 120/80 mm Hg. That target does not change based on your age. However, as people get older, arteries naturally stiffen, which can cause systolic pressure (the top number) to rise. Even so, the medical goal remains the same: keep blood pressure under 130/80 for most adults, and … Read more
When you get a cut, your body starts working immediately. Platelets, tiny blood cells, rush to the injury and stick together. That makes a temporary plug. Then a protein called fibrin forms a strong mesh around that plug. This two-step process—platelets first, then fibrin—stops bleeding and starts healing. What Triggers Blood Clot Formation? Blood clotting … Read more