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Mulberry Tea: 7 Health Benefits, How to Make & Side Effects

Mulberry tea can help to relieve menopause symptoms, prevent diabetes and combat diarrhea, as it contains bioactive compounds with antioxidant, hypoglycemic and astringent properties. Learn more about the health benefits of mulberry tea, how to make it and the side effects associated with use.

Diets

Fertility Diet: What to Eat & Avoid to Get Pregnant Faster

A fertility diet consists of nutrients that are needed for optimal egg maturation and for adequate blood flow and oxygen transport to the reproductive organ. Foods that are rich in vitamin B6, B12 and selenium, like beans, lentils and tuna, for example. can help to boost fertility. See what to eat for a fertility diet.

Medications

Birth Control Implant: When It's Indicated & How It's Inserted

A birth control implant is a contraceptive method that is placed in a woman's arm between the 1st and 5th day of the menstrual cycle. It that releases hormones into the bloodstream that are capable of preventing pregnancy. Learn more about a birth control implant, how it works, and how it is inserted.

Men's Health

Testicular Hernia: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Causes

A testicular hernia is an inguinal hernia that affects the scrotum. It is caused by weakening of the abdominal muscles, which leads to intestinal issue protruding through abdominal muscles. Symptoms include a testicle lump, pain and swelling. Learn more about what causes a testicular hernia and how it's treated.

Men's Health

Hydrocele: Symptoms, Causes, Types & Treatment

A hydrocele is the accumulation of fluid inside the scrotum, within the serous membrane that covers the testicles. It causes symptoms such as swelling in the scrotum or a feeling of heaviness in the testicles. Learn about what testicular hydrocele is, its symptoms, what causes it and how it's treated.

Nutritional Supplements

Fertility Supplements: 11 Vitamins to Help You Get Pregnant

As vitaminas para engravidar, como ácido fólico, vitamina B12, B6, e C ou ômega-3, podem melhorar a qualidade do óvulo ou do esperma, aumentando as chances de engravidar, além de promover o desenvolvimento saudável do bebê durante a gestação. Veja as melhores vitaminas para engravidar e como consumir.

Women's Health

Retroverted Uterus: Symptoms, Causes & How It Affects Pregnancy

A retroverted uterus refers to a uterus that is tilted backwards. It rarely causes symptoms, nor does it affect fertility but some women may report pelvic pain or difficulty with urination or bowel movements. Read about possible symptoms, causes and treatment options (like surgery) for a retroverted uterus.

Pregnancy-Related Conditions

Can You Get Your Period While Pregnant? (& What Causes Bleeding)

Getting a period when pregnant is not a normal finding, as ovulation and uterine shedding comes to a halt during this time. There are other reasons why vaginal bleeding occurs during pregnancy, however. Read more about whether getting a period while pregnant is possible and what else can cause vaginal bleeding.

Pregnancy

Ectopic Pregnancy: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

An ectopic pregnancy is a health condition in which an embryo implants and develops outside the of uterus. It present with symptoms like intense abdominal pain and heavy vaginal bleeding. Learn more about what causes an ectopic pregnancy, how it's diagnosed and how to treat it.

Cholesterol

How to Lower Triglycerides: 8 Diet Tips for Normal Levels

The main way to lower triglycerides is to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet. Check out our 8 essential diet tips to lower triglyceride levels and reduce your risk for cardiovascular disease.

Medications

Testosterone Enanthate: What It's For, How to Take & Side Effects

Testosterone enanthate is indicated for the treatment of male hypogonadism, as a way of increasing testosterone levels. Learn what testosterone enanthate is, what it is used for and the side effects associated with use and why they happen.

Nutritional Supplements

Arginine: Health Benefits,& How to Take (Food & Supplements)

Arginine is an amino acid that can help increase muscle mass and improve immune system functioning. It can be found naturally in foods or consumed in the form of supplements, as prescribed by a doctor or dietitian. Learn more about the health benefits of arginine and how to take it.

Cough

Allergy Cough: 5 Home Remedies with Medicinal Plants

An allergy cough can be treated with home remedies like nettle, sundew, and plantain tea. These remedies contain properties that naturally reduce inflammation, irritation and coughing fits that are triggered by allergic substances. Learn more about the remedies for an allergy cough that you can prepare at home.

Cough

7 Dry Cough Remedies (to Relieve Coughing Naturally)

Dry cough remedies, like ginger and lemon tea or mint tea, are generally prepared with medicinal plants that contain soothing, anti-allergenic and anti-inflammatory properties. They can help to reduce throat irritation and coughing fits with little to no side effects. Check out some dry cough remedies you can prepare.

Cough

Dry Cough: 6 Common Causes (& How to Treat)

A dry cough can be caused by a respiratory infection (like cold or flu), smoke inhalation, allergies, asthma or gastroesophageal reflux. Learn more about what causes a dry cough and how to treat it with medications or natural remedies.

Healthy Pregnancy

14 Pregnancy Symptoms (by week) & Early Signs You're Pregnant

Pregnancy symptoms can start to emerge after a late period, like morning sickness, fatigue and breast sensitivity, however some women may not notice them or experience them very mildly. Learn more about pregnancy symptoms and other early signs that may confirm you are pregnant.

Healthy Pregnancy

Mucus Plug: What it Looks Like & When Labor Will Start

The mucus plug is a barrier that prevents bacteria and other microorganisms from entering the uterus during pregnancy. It usually falls out after 37 weeks. Learn about what it looks like, what it means when you lose it, and what to do.

Pregnancy-Related Conditions

16 Morning Sickness Remedies (& When to See a Doctor)

Morning sickness remedies, like drinking lemonade, eating a lemon popsicle and chewing ginger can help to manage nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. Learn more about remedies for morning sickness you can prepare at home and when you should see your doctor for further treatment.

Nutritional Supplements

Cranberry Pills: Health Benefits, How to Take & Side Effects

Cranberry pils are rich in antioxidants that can help prevent and treat UTIs and stomach ulcers. They can also prevent heart disease and premature aging. Learn more about how to take cranberry pills, the possible side effects associated with use and when they are contraindicated.

Pregnancy

Yellow Discharge During Pregnancy: 7 Causes & What It Means

Yellow discharge during pregnancy can be a sign of a yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis, but it can also occur with leaking amniotic fluid. Any changes to discharge during pregnancy should be evaluated by your OB. Learn about what causes yellow discharge during pregnancy and what it means.