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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.

Pregnancy

False Negative Pregnancy Test: 5 Common Causes

A false negative pregnancy test can occur for several reasons, like completing a test too early or using an expired pregnancy test. However, most urine pregnancy tests are accurate if completed at the right time. Learn more about what causes a false negative pregnancy test, and what else can cause a late period.

Medications

Metronidazole Cream: Indications, How to Use & Side Effects

Metronidazole cream is a medication with antibacterial action that helps to treat bacterial vaginosis. It is applied vaginally using single-use applicators for a duration of 5 days. Read more about how metronidazole cream works, how it is applied and side effects associated with use.

COVID-19

9 COVID-19 Symptoms (with Online Symptom Checker & By Variant)

Common COVID-19 symptoms include fever, headache, cough, diarrhea, loss of taste, and fatigue. However, the infection can also cause more serious symptoms, such as shortness of breath and chest pain. Learn more about how symptoms can present depending on the variant, and how symptoms are treated.

Natural Treatments

Auriculotherapy: Uses, Health Benefits & Map of Points

Auriculotherapy is a technique similar to acupuncture. It involves applying pressure to specific points on the ear to help treat health problems such as osteoarthritis, migraines, muscle injuries and insomnia. Learn more about auriculotherapy, what it is for, and the points on the ear to apply pressure.

Symptoms

Urine Color Chart: What Clear, Yellow, Green or Red Urine Means

Urine color can change after eating certain foods or taking medication, and most times it is not of clinical concern. However, if you additionally experience symptoms like burning with urination or fever, you should see a doctor. Learn what clear, yellow, green, and other urine colors mean and what you should do.

Cough

10 Home Remedies for Coughs (Dry, Productive, Allergies & More)

Home remedies for coughs will naturally contain properties that help to open the airways, thin-out phlegm and reduce throat irritation. some examples include garlic tea, lemon tea and guaco and carrot juice. Check-out our home remedies for a cough that you can prepare at home with natural ingredients.

Tests

Low White Blood Cell Count: 6 Common Causes

A low white blood cell count can be caused by viral infections, medication side effects, nutritional deficiencies, sepsis, systemic lupus erythematosus, or myelodysplasia. Learn more about the main causes of a low white blood cell count and what to do to treat each condition.

Symptoms

7 Types of Poop & What They Mean For Your Health

The shape of your stool and the frequency of your bowel movements can indicate problems like hemorrhoids, fissures, dehydration or irritable bowel syndrome. Learn about the 7 types of stool and what they can reveal about your health.

Food

Lavender Tea: 6 Health Benefits, How to Make & Side Effects

Lavender tea is commonly used to reduce anxiety, improve sleep quality, relieve period cramps and combat headaches. Lavender tea can also be recommended to improve digestion. Learn about all the health benefits of lavender tea, how to make it, and the side effects associated with use.

Menstruation

Can You Get Pregnant On Your Period?

Getting pregnant on your period is very rare, however it can occur on the last day of your period. Learn more about what can increase your chances of pregnancy during a period, and why it is more likely if you have a short or irregular period.