Category: Health and Wellness - Page 2
Soy Products and Thyroid Medication: How to Time Them Right for Best Absorption
Soy can reduce levothyroxine absorption by up to 30%, but timing matters more than avoidance. Learn how to space soy products and thyroid medication to keep your TSH stable without giving up your favorite plant-based foods.
Anxiety Disorders: Types, Symptoms, and Evidence-Based Treatments
Anxiety disorders affect nearly 1 in 5 U.S. adults. Learn the seven main types, their physical and mental symptoms, and the evidence-based treatments - from CBT to SSRIs - that actually work.
Ergonomics for Joint Health: Workstation and Posture Tips to Reduce Pain
Learn how to set up your workstation to reduce joint pain and prevent long-term musculoskeletal damage. Simple posture fixes and affordable adjustments can make a big difference.
Vitiligo Treatment: How Phototherapy Works and Why It’s Combined with Topical Therapies
Phototherapy, especially NB-UVB, is the most effective treatment for vitiligo repigmentation. It works best when combined with topical creams like ruxolitinib or calcineurin inhibitors. Results take months, vary by body area, and require consistent treatment.
TIA vs. Stroke: Recognizing the Warning Signs and Why Immediate Action Saves Lives
TIA and stroke share the same warning signs, but TIA is a critical warning that a major stroke is coming. Learn how to recognize the symptoms and why immediate medical care-even if symptoms disappear-is essential to prevent permanent damage.
How to Childproof Your Home for Medication Safety
Learn how to prevent accidental medicine poisoning in children by storing medications safely, avoiding common mistakes, and teaching kids the right rules. Practical steps backed by CDC and pediatric research.
Weight Loss Plateaus: Why Your Metabolism Slows Down and How to Break Through
Weight loss plateaus happen because your metabolism slows down as you lose weight-not because you're doing something wrong. Learn why this happens and how to break through with science-backed strategies.
How Calcium and Phosphorus Prevent Rickets in Children
Calcium and phosphorus, with vitamin D, are essential for preventing rickets in children. Learn how these minerals work together, which foods provide them, and simple steps to protect your child's bone health.
How to Prevent Motion Sickness on Your Next Road Trip
Learn practical, science-backed ways to prevent motion sickness on road trips-from seat choice and fresh air to ginger snacks and acupressure bands. No pills needed unless you want them.
Hemorrhoids: Internal vs. External and How to Treat Them
Learn the difference between internal and external hemorrhoids, what causes them, and how to treat them effectively-without unnecessary surgery or unproven remedies. Get practical, science-backed advice for relief and prevention.