Research-based articles on weight management, joint health, gut health, and natural wellness to help you make informed health decisions.
A male yeast infection, also called penile candidiasis, usually clears up within 3 to 7 days of proper treatment. Without treatment, symptoms often last 2 to 3 weeks or longer. The exact timeline depends on the type of treatment used, the severity of the infection, and whether you have an underlying health condition like diabetes. … Read more
When you look at a blood pressure reading, you see two numbers: the top number (systolic) and the bottom number (diastolic). But what is the number in parentheses after blood pressure? That number is your pulse rate, or heart rate. It tells you how many times your heart beats per minute. The doctor or machine … Read more
If you have sensitive skin and want to wear jewelry, you have probably heard conflicting things about silver. Some people say silver plated jewelry causes rashes. Others say it is completely safe. The short answer is that silver plated jewelry is not reliably hypoallergenic for sensitive skin. It depends entirely on what metal is underneath … Read more
Blood sugar is the amount of glucose in your blood right now. For most healthy adults without diabetes, a normal fasting blood sugar level is between 70 and 99 mg/dL. Two hours after eating, it should be below 140 mg/dL. These numbers come from the American Diabetes Association and are the standard most doctors use. … Read more
What Is Considered Low Diastolic Blood Pressure? A normal diastolic reading is between 60 and 80 mmHg. Readings below 60 mmHg are generally considered low. Some people naturally run in the 50s and feel fine. Others experience symptoms like dizziness, fatigue, or fainting at the same numbers. The American Heart Association defines hypotension as a … Read more
Maseca is a brand of masa harina, the flour used to make tortillas, tamales, and other Latin American foods. The short answer is that Maseca is a processed corn product with a moderate nutritional profile, and its effect on blood sugar is a real concern for some people. While it is not a health food, … Read more
A low total CO2 in your blood usually means your body is too acidic. This is called metabolic acidosis. It is not a disease itself but a sign that something else is going on. Your doctor looks at this number to find the root cause, whether it is kidney trouble, a lung issue, or a … Read more
Getting hair dye on your skin is annoying but it happens to almost everyone who colors their own hair. The good news is that most fresh stains come off with common household items you probably already have. For fresh dye, dish soap and baking soda paste usually works within minutes. For dried stains, oil-based products … Read more
If you have a sore on your lip or in your mouth and you want to know if it is herpes, doctors use two main methods: a swab of the sore or a blood test. The swab test looks for the virus itself directly from the blister or ulcer. The blood test looks for antibodies … Read more
If you are looking into microneedling for hair growth, the needle size matters more than most people realize. The most effective size is between 0.5mm and 1.5mm, with 0.5mm to 0.7mm being the sweet spot for most people starting out. Anything shorter than 0.5mm does not reach the depth needed to stimulate hair follicles, and … Read more