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Hypothermia: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Hypothermia is characterized by a sudden decrease in body temperature, usually caused by prolonged exposure to cold weather or environments. Learn more about how to recognize the symptoms of hypothermia, what causes it, and how treatment is carried out.

Beauty & Cosmetics

How to Moisturize Hair: 6 Easy Tips

There are several ways to moisturize hair, such as applying a serum or moisturizing cream, or even washing your hair with cold water. These methods can help retain moisture within the strands and provide nutrients to keep your hair hydrated. Learn about other ways to moisturize your hair with our easy tips at home.

Nutritional Supplements

Cod Liver Oil: 7 Health Benefits, Nutritional Info & How to Take

Cod liver oil is rich in vitamin D, which can boost calcium absorption and prevent osteoporosis. It is also rich in omega 3, which can strengthen the immune system and prevent Alzheimer's, heart attack and diabetes. Learn more about how to take cod liver, the daily recommended dose and its side effects.

Food

22 Vitamin B6 Foods (plus Recommended Amount & Supplements)

Foods rich in vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine, like as spinach, lentils and bananas, are important for optimal brain functioning and metabolism. Check out a list of vitamin B6 foods that you can incorporate into your diet, and learn about the daily recommended amount and how to supplement.

Urinary Tract Infection

Foods to Avoid with UTI (plus What to Eat & Meal Plan)

Food to avoid with a UTI are those that can worsen symptoms and promote inflammation. These include coffee, alcohol, and spicy foods. Learn more about what to avoid eating and what you should include in your diet, plus check-out a sample meal plan to help get you started.

Diseases and Conditions

Hemorrhagic Cyst: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

A hemorrhagic cyst describes a cyst on the ovary that has ruptured a small vessel surrounding it, leading to intense bleeding around the ovaries. Symptoms include intense abdominal pain and nausea or vomiting. Learn more about what causes hemorrhagic cysts and how they are treated, plus if they are related to cancer.

Symptoms

Blood Taste in the Mouth: 10 Causes (& What to Do)

A blood taste in the mouth can be caused by gingivitis, nosebleeds, medication use, sinusitis or gastric ulcers. This symptoms should be assessed by a doctor, as it can be accompanied by other symptoms like nausea, abdominal pain and heartburn. Read more about why you have a taste of blood in the mouth and what to do.

Symptoms

Loss of Appetite: 10 Causes (& What to Do)

A loss of appetite can be caused by benign conditions, such as pregnancy, parasites or a vitamin and mineral deficiency. However, more serious conditions like anorexia, depression or drug use can also lead to a loss of appetite. Learn more about what causes a loss of appetite and what to do to treat it.

Home Remedies

How to Get Rid of Cracked Heels: 7 Natural Home Remedies

To get rid of cracked heels, you can use home remedies for cracked heels to prepare exfoliants and moisturizers. These can help remove dead skin cells and hydrate the feet to relieve the discomfort of cracked heels. Check-out some methods to get rid of cracked heels using natural ingredients.

Newborns

Mongolian Spot: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

A Mongolian spot is a blue, dark gray or green spot on the newborn's skin. It is identified by the pediatrician shortly after birth and is generally not a sign of any health problem. Learn more about what a Mongolian spot is, the symptoms associated with it, what causes Mongolian spots, and how to treat it.

Mental Health

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD): Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is characterized by symptoms like being easily irritable, disobeying rules, intentionally pestering others, lying, and/or acting out of revenge or cruelty. Laern more about the symptoms of oppositional defiant disorder, how it's diagnosed, what causes it and how it's treated.

Weight Loss

Low Carb Breakfast: 8 Healthy Recipes

A low carb breakfast can be both nutritious and tasty, and typically incorporates healthy fats and protein. Some options include ometlets, chia pudding and low-carb bread. Learn more about some healthy low carb breakfast options you can incorporate into your daily diet.

Fitness

Leg Day Workout: 7 At-Home Exercises

A leg day workout can be done at home with simple exercises like squats, hip thrusts and lunges. Check-out 7 exercises you can perform at home to achieve toned leg muscles and see how you can incorporate weights.

Diseases and Conditions

Ear Wax Removal: How to Remove, Ear Candling & Cotton Swabs

Earwax removal can be done at home to help relieve the sensation of clogged ears, especially if it reduces your hearing. Learn about options like ear candling or applying oil to help remove earwax and see why you shouldn't use cotton swabs.

Skin Peeling

Scalded Skin Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Scalded skin syndrome is a complication of infections that occur in other parts of the body. It is caused by staph bacteria, which release a toxic substance that causes the skin to peel and form blisters, leaving the skin looking burned. Learn more the symptoms of scalded skin syndrome, and its causes and treatment.

Medications

Rosuvastatin: Uses, How to Take, Dosing & Side Effects

Rosuvastatin is a medication that is prescribed to lower LDL cholesterol and triglycerides levels. It helps to reduce the accumulation of fat in blood vessels and reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease. Learn more about what rosuvastatin is used for, how to take it and its possible side effects.

Medications

Cetirizine: What It's For, How to Take (w/ Dosing) & Side Effects

Cetirizine is an antihistamine medication that may be prescribed to treat allergies, allergic rhinitis or cold symptoms, like an itchy nose, sneezing, runny nose or itchy skin. Learn more about that cetirizine is for, how to take it (with dosing recommendations) and the common side effects.

Medications

Nystatin: What It's For, How to Use & Side Effects

Nystatin is an antifungal medication that can be used to treat yeast infections, oral thrush or diaper rash. It is available in the form of an oral suspension, vaginal cream or vaginal ovules. Learn more about what nystatin is for, how to use it or take it, and the side effects associated with use.

Medications

Chlorhexidine: What It's For, How to Use & Side Effects

Chlorhexidine is a medication with antimicrobial action, which can be used as a skin disinfectant to be used prior to surgery, or for wound cleansing. Laern more about what chlorhexidine is used for, how to apply it and the side effects associated with use.

Menstruation

Light Period: 10 Common Causes (& When to Worry)

A light period, or hypomenorrhea, is generally not a concerning finding. However, it may indicate a problem with hormonal production, like PCOS, particularly if the period is light but prolonged. Learn more about what causes a light period and what to do to treat it.