Water is an essential nutrient. Drinking an adequate amount of water is very important, but exactly how much water are you really supposed to be drinking every day in order to reap the benefits of reducing health problems and preventing disease? Fluid intake recommendations vary across the globe and span from 1500 to 2200 mL…
Extremity sprains are very common injuries that require prompt treatment that is safe, effective, and convenient. Most sprains are sustained during engagement in sports, but with increasing age these injuries are becoming common following incidents such as falling down stairs or tripping on ground level. The RICE method of treatment has been referred to as…
Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is imperative to many bodily functions such as immunity and metabolism. Due to the fact that vitamin C is not produced naturally by the body, we have to rely on external dietary sources to get it. Vitamin C is an essential nutrient, but it is possible to have…
Maintaining a healthy diet is difficult, especially with the temptation of dining out at every corner. A national trend analysis found that an increasing number of Americans are dining out, and doing so more frequently. This frequent dining out has been linked to both weight gain and obesity due to the fact that these foods…
Women naturally have some yeast cells that live on their skin, in their gut, and in their vagina. When there is a build-up of yeast in the vagina, a thick, white discharge may appear along with symptoms such as vaginal itching, burning, or redness. This is called a yeast infection, or vaginal candidiasis. Yeast may…
As protein supplements become more popular, the number of options continue to grow. Ingredients, effects, sources, and forms are continuously changing and not all are created equal. In order to determine which type of supplement will work best for you, varying sources from which protein powders come from are described below (Harvard School of Public…
Depression is both more common and more serious than many people believe it to be. It not only affects how you feel, but also how you think and carry out daily activities such as eating, sleeping, or working. Below are three things that everyone should know if they believe they are depressed (National institute of…
There are several over the counter antifungal medications available at your local pharmacy. But, first, how do you know if you have a fungal infection? It appears generally like a red, burning rash. It can also appear like scaly, shiny, or flaky patches. Sometimes it itches. Most common areas to have a fungal rash are…
Scenario: I just took a new medication prescribed by my doctor. One hour later, I have some nausea. Does this mean I am allergic to it? First, let’s discuss what a drug allergy is. A drug allergy is the abnormal reaction of your immune system to a medication. Any medication- over-the-counter, prescription or herbal- is…
If you’re someone who deals with seasonal allergies, you may be conditioned to dread the time of year when the weather starts to change and summer heat is upon us. The itchy eyes, sneezing, congestion, and runny nose can be unbearable if you’re not taking the correct steps to manage your allergy symptoms. There are…
