Research-based articles on weight management, joint health, gut health, and natural wellness to help you make informed health decisions.
Peeling skin on your feet is frustrating, but it is usually treatable. The fix depends entirely on the cause, which ranges from simple dry skin and friction to fungal infections like athlete’s foot. You can stop the peeling for good by identifying the root cause, treating it consistently, and changing the daily habits that keep … Read more
Thinning edges are a common frustration for many Black women. The hair along your hairline is fragile, and constant tension from tight styles can cause it to break off or stop growing. The good news is that edges can regrow, but it takes patience and a change in how you treat that area. Regrowth is … Read more
Acetone is a strong solvent that can kill many types of bacteria and viruses on hard surfaces, but it is not registered as a disinfectant and has important limitations. It works by breaking down the outer membranes of germs, which causes them to fall apart. However, acetone evaporates very quickly, is highly flammable, and can … Read more
A pushup is a full-body movement, but its primary job is to work the muscles of your chest, shoulders, and triceps. While your arms and chest do the heavy lifting, your core, back, and legs must work as stabilizers to keep your body in a straight line. You cannot do a proper pushup without engaging … Read more
Yes, blood thinners can cause low hemoglobin, but they do not do so directly. The drop in hemoglobin is a side effect of bleeding, which is the main risk of these medications. When a blood thinner causes bleeding that is slow, internal, or ongoing, the body loses red blood cells faster than it can replace … Read more
Low blood pressure, known medically as hypotension, is common. Many people feel fine with it. But when it causes dizziness, fainting, or fatigue, it becomes a real problem. You can often raise your blood pressure with simple changes to how much water you drink, what you eat, and how you move. The most effective approach … Read more
Yes, you can get hot flashes after menopause. In fact, many women continue to experience them for years after their final menstrual period. The medical definition of menopause is reached after you have gone 12 consecutive months without a period. Once you are past that point, you are in postmenopause. Hot flashes that continue into … Read more
The cardiopulmonary system is the name for your heart and lungs working together as one unit. Its single job is to deliver oxygen to every cell in your body and remove carbon dioxide waste. The heart pumps blood, the lungs exchange gases, and the blood vessels connect them into a continuous loop. This process happens … Read more
Your blood pressure reading has two numbers. The top number, systolic pressure, measures the force when your heart beats. The bottom number, diastolic pressure, measures the force when your heart rests between beats. Most treatment plans focus on the top number, but the bottom number matters too, especially for younger adults. Getting the bottom number … Read more
Glucose and fructose are both simple sugars, but your body processes them very differently. Most foods that contain glucose also contain fructose, which makes finding pure glucose sources surprisingly tricky. Foods that contain glucose but not fructose are primarily certain vegetables, some grains, and a few specialized sweeteners like dextrose or glucose syrup. These options … Read more