Beware this word: phenylephrine
That’s the active ingredient in most over-the-counter cold medicines, but it’s no better than a placebo. Drugmakers started using it after pseudoephedrine, a decongestant that does work, was forced behind the counter because it was being used to make meth.
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23. Falling asleep with your smartphone next to your head As innocent as it seems, falling asleep with your smartphone next to your head could cause cancer. So, next time
What is the World Health Organisation doing? On January 31, the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared the new strain of coronavirus a public health emergency of international concern. This declaration
Lack of energy Feeling tired all the time? If a granola bar didn’t help either or a good night’s sleep, maybe your kidneys are in trouble. Fatigue is a symptom
Don’t overdo your drinking Moderation is the key in everything, so one drink daily for women and two for men may have some good effects on blood sugar. “But any
Musty breath Breath that smells musty or similar to garlic and rotten eggs is annoying on its own; it’s very concerning if you haven’t actually been eating garlic or eggs.
DIY skin care recipes are all over the Internet, boasting to miraculously transform your skin. Most dermatologists, though, are skeptical of how those claims hold up. “Lots of things that
Any parts of your body covered by a swimsuit When you are at the beach, one of the most common mistakes is to apply sunscreen the moment you arrive. By
Unexplained weight loss Well, I think weight loss is a good reason to celebrate for most of us, but if you didn’t do anything to achieve it, don’t celebrate “your
Mozzarella sticks Think twice before ordering them at the carnival or boardwalk as a snack—because they’re more like a hefty meal. A basket of these breaded, fried cheese sticks not
‘Comfort’ Foods This is another vice that most patients fall victim to. After all you have been through, it may seem like there is no better time to pamper yourself
Pre-mixed insulin This type of insulin it’s a mix between intermediate- and short-acting insulin and it’s taken twice a day before your meals. Its effect can last from 10 to
It can make heartburn feel more severe. In a 2018 study published in the journal Gastroenterology, researchers tested the esophageal acidic pH values of patients with depression who self-reported as
We all know that bloated, uncomfortable, nauseated feeling after eating something that doesn’t quite seem to agree with us. However, just because indigestion is a common health issue doesn’t mean
Fatty liver disease, more accurately called non-alcoholic fatty liver disease or NAFLD, occurs when more than 5% of liver cells contain fat. The exact cause of NAFLD is not known,
Sweetened Non-Dairy Milks Yes, dairy-free milks are a godsend for lactose-intolerant folks who want their cereal/coffee/cookies with milk. But many flavored brands are loaded with empty calories, and some contain
I welcome your e-mails—within reason “I tell all my patients that we need to be on the same page for surgery. If that means you need to e-mail me 30
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