“Complications of mono can cause obstruction of the airway from inflammation, causing difficulty breathing or wheezing,” says Dr. Horblitt. The majority of people who develop symptomatic mono recover within two weeks and develop a strong immunity to EBV, he adds.
READ NEXT
6. Constipation Having low thyroid levels can also affect your digestive health, leaving significant marks on your colon. A recent study suggests that this common issue affects approximately 17 percent
Granola Most of us think granola is healthy, but most store-bought versions are loaded with sugar, fat, and calories. Even if you’ve chosen a granola that has tons of vitamins,
Epilepsy The seizure disorder epilepsy and migraine can both involve sensory disturbances and mood changes. Having one doubles your risk of the other, says Dr. Lipton, but either can come
Your vision is blurry Blurry vision is a common symptom of diabetes, according to the Mayo Clinic. It involves a loss of the ability to see fine details and can
Lady parts If you sense a strange smell in your lady parts, don’t rush into believing it’s because of poor hygiene and resort to douching. You might be surprised but
Personal hygiene is, well, personal, but there are general rules when it comes to the basics, like washing your face. However, with so many beauty and skin care experts advising
Drink More Water Sip more H2O or juice. It’ll help thin out mucus and encourage drainage. Hot tea is another good option. Don’t overdo caffeine or alcohol. Both can make
Get on The Retinoid Bandwagon If you only have one anti-aging product in your medicine cabinet, make it a retinoid. Dermatologists love this powerful skincare ingredient (a derivative of vitamin
That old idiom just isn’t true People say something difficult is like pulling teeth. But pulling teeth is really fast and easy. –Mark Mutschler, DDS, pediatric dentist, Oregon City, Oregon
Everyone knows they need to drink more water, but glass after glass of plain H2O can get boring. Flavored water alternatives, though, may not be worth it: There’s little or
Don’t opt for crash dieting If you want to lose some extra pounds in a healthy way, you should stick to a healthy diet as well. In other words, you
Garlic Because kidney problems require a reduction in sodium, you may be worried about losing the enjoyment of flavorful food, too. Luckily, garlic is a wonderful alternative to salt that
You rely more on comfort foods As the saying goes, ‘You are what you eat,’ and that goes for your skin, too. Although it can be tempting to reach for
You don’t have to endure the consequences of an extreme diet if you want to make a detox. Remember that our bodies pull out toxins on their own, so you
Aside from water, tea is the most popular beverage in the world, and it’s practically medicine in a mug. But tea consumption isn’t quite as popular in the United States
You exercise too little – or too much! You probably already know that a lack of exercise makes you look (and feel!) considerably older. But is there such a thing
RELATED POSTS
© 2024 All rights reserved
