Pain Under Left Rib Cage: Causes, Seriousness, Relief
Pain under the left rib cage is common, and several health conditions can cause it. Discomfort in this area can range from mild to severe and may occur with other symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, fever, or shortness of breath. While it’s not always a sign of something serious, this part of your abdomen houses […]
Weight Gain During Your Period: Causes and Solutions
Many people experience weight gain before and during their period. This is due to the hormonal changes that occur before your period begins. These changes are temporary, and most people see symptoms resolve within a day or two of starting their periods. Weight gain is a common symptom of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and might occur […]
Visceral Fat: Definition, Complications, Reduction Tips
Subcutaneous fat is the fat right under your skin—the kind you can pinch. It keeps you warm and stores energy. Your muscles are beneath, and organs like the liver, kidneys, and intestines (colon) are deeper. Visceral fat is the fat that surrounds these organs. It’s also known as belly fat or intra-abdominal fat, as the […]
Cold Sores vs. Pimples: Similarities and Differences
SYMPTOMS OF COLD SORES SYMPTOMS OF PIMPLES Painful, itching, burning, or tingling skin Red, inflamed skin Tiny blisters filled with clear fluid Tender bump with white or black oily pus Scab formation Painful cysts under the skin Located around the lips and mouth Located anywhere on the face Cold sores and pimples are distinct skin […]
Benefits, Uses, & Side Effects
Annatto (Bixa orellana), also known as achiote, urucum, and bija, is a small shrub or tree native to Central and South America. It is primarily grown for its vibrant reddish-orange seeds, which are used as a natural food coloring in various products. Traditionally, annatto is used to prevent and treat heartburn, chest pain, fevers, and […]
Black Plastic Is Less Toxic Than Researchers Thought
A popular scientific study found that black plastic in common household items often contains harmful flame retardants. But now researchers say the findings contain a significant mathematical error. A Canadian chemist first raised the alarm in a December 11 interview with the National Post. Essentially, exposure to a flame retardant from black plastic appeared to […]
Science Says Your Body Starts ‘Breaking Down’ Quicker at These 2 Ages
Middle age: A time period marked by more gray hairs, some possible weight gain, potentially a midlife crisis, and—according to new research—two dramatic changes in humans on a molecular level. The claim comes from a study published in August in the journal Nature Aging, challenging the idea that people age in a gradual fashion. Instead, […]
Nationwide Recall of Popular Protein Powder After Customer Suffers Allergic Reaction
A batch of protein powder from Orgain has been recalled over an allergy risk, the Food and Drug Administration announced on Thursday. Orgain voluntarily recalled the batch of chocolate, plant-based protein powder after a customer reported an allergic reaction to peanuts. The FDA said the batch may contain undeclared peanut residue, and those with an […]
Plyometrics: Benefits, Exercises, Safety
Plyometrics is a type of exercise that involves quickly stretching and contracting muscles to create explosive movements with bodyweight resistance, increasing muscle power. Examples of plyometric exercises include burpees, squat jumps, and box jumps. Plyometrics originated in track and field and was used by many athletes in Russia and Eastern Europe during training. It was often […]
Skin Flushing: Causes and Treatments
Skin flushing is a common reaction that causes the skin to redden or darken. Flushing, also called blushing, happens due to increased blood flow to the reddened area. Flushing most often occurs on the face, neck, or upper torso. Depending on its cause, skin flushing may come and go or be constant. You might notice […]