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Functional Training: 9 Exercises to Incorporate in Your Workout

Functional training is characterized by exercises the engage several muscle groups at once. It is normally performed in circuits, and can improve muscular resistance and physical conditioning. Check out some examples of functional training exercises and how to perform them.

Lupus

What Are The Symptoms of Lupus? (& What Causes Them?)

The most common lupus symptoms are a red butterfly-shaped rash across the nose and cheeks, fever, and joint pain. These should be assessed by rheumatologist who will order testing to confirm a diagnosis. Learn more about the main symptoms of lupus and how it is diagnosed and treated.

Diseases and Conditions

Broken Ribs: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes, Treatment & Daily Care

Broken ribs can lead to symptoms like pain with breathing. Treatment for broken ribs typically involves rest, ice and analgesics, although very serious cases that cause organ injury may require surgery. Learn more about the symptoms of broken ribs, how it is diagnosed and how it is treated.

Food

Sea Salt: Health Benefits, Sea Salt vs. Table Salt & Daily Amount

Sea salt is high in sodium, which is a mineral that helps to regulate blood pressure and helps absorb nutrients into the cells. Learn about the health benefits of sea salt and find out the daily recommended amount of sea salt you should eat per day, as well as the difference of table salt vs sea salt.

Food

34 Calcium-Rich Foods (& Daily Calcium Recommendation)

Calcium-rich foods can be plant-based or of animal origin, and can include yogurt, milk, spinach, sardines, broccoli, almonds, mussels, flaxseeds and chickpeas. They can offer benefits like improving bone and teeth structure, promoting muscle strength and maintaining pH levels. Learn which foods are high in calcium.

Tests

Ovulation Test: How to Take, Types & Cervical Mucus

An ovulation test can help you to detect when lutenheizing hormone is at its peak concentration in the urine, which signifies an ovulatory peak, or when there is a greater chance of pregnancy. Learn about how the ovulation test works, the types of ovulation tests available and how you can also monitor cervical mucus.

Food

Protein Smoothies: 6 Smoothie Recipes for Muscle Gains

Protein smoothies can be made at home with natural ingredients like banana and peanut butter sweet potato and cacao, and açaí and Greek yogurt. They also contain carbohydrates and antioxidants which can improve performance and strength during exercise, leading to muscle gains. Check-out our recipes for protein smoothies.

Men's Health

How to Increase Sperm Count: 10 Natural Methods

Some ways to increase semen count naturally include increasing your vitamin C intake, or taking supplements with vitamin D, zinc, coenzyme Q10, or ashwagandha. These can promote sperm production and quality. Check-out other ways to increase sperm count with natural methods.

Anxiety

23 Anxiety Symptoms (Physical & Psychological) w/ Online Quiz

Anxiety symptoms like chest tightness or tremors, can be physical, while others, like negative thoughts, fear or the feeling something bad will happen, can be psychological. Laern more about the the most common anxiety symptoms that can occur and complete our online sympom checker to determine your risk for anxiety.

Mental Health

Sociopath: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

A sociopath is the term used to describe someone with anti-social personality disorder. They usually have behaviors like apathy, aggressiveness and lack of consideration for others. Learn more about what a sociopath and anti-social personality disorder are and what causes it, as well as the symptoms and treatment.

Diets

Bland Diet: When It's Indicated, What to Eat & Avoid & Meal Plan

A bland diet is a type of diet made-up foods that are low in fiber or well-cooked so that are easily chewed and digested. It can be recommended after bariatric or esophageal surgery, for people with gastritis, or for those who wear dental prostheses. Learn more about what to eat and avoid, and see a sample meal plan.

Diets

Migraine Diet: What to Eat & Avoid (with 3-Day Meal Plan)

When maintaining a migraine diet, it is important to prioritize a balanced diet and to consume foods with anti-inflammatory and calming properties, like ginger, brown rice, passion fruit or banana. Learn more about which foods to eat and avoid, and check-out a sample 3-day meal plan for a migraine diet.

Medications

Cough Syrups: Medications for Dry Cough, Phlegm & Allergies

Cough syrups should be selected based on the type of cough you are treating, as choosing the wrong option can actually worsen your cough and delay treatment. See the different types of cough syrups (suppressants, antitussives or expectorants) and learn about which ingredients to look for.

Nutrition

BMI Calculator (for Adults): What is BMI & What Results Mean

A BMI calculator can help to determine whether your current weight is under or over the ideal range for your age and height. Enter your measurements into our online BMI calculator to determine whether your body mass index is low, high or within a normal rnage, and learn about what results mean.

Medications

Sertraline: Uses, How It Works, Dosing & Side Effects

Sertraline is an antidepressant medication that can be prescribed for the treatment of depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder and social phobia. Read more about what it can be used for, how to take it, what to do if you forget a dose, and the possible side effects associated with use.

Tests

PTH Blood Test (Parathyroid Hormone): Uses & What Results Mean

The PTH blood test checks for levels of parathyroid hormone, which is a hormone that helps to regulate calcium levels in the blood. This test can be ordered to assess fo hyper or hypoparathyroidism. Learn more about what the PTH blood test is used for, how the test is done and what results (high or low levels) mean.

Women's Health

Breast Pain: 11 Common Causes (& When to See a Doctor)

Breast pain can be caused by common hormonal changes like PMS, menstruation or menopause. However, it can also be associated with more serious conditions like mastitis, cysts or even breast cancer. Learn about the most common causes of breast pain, how to treat it and when you should see a doctor.

Tests

Best Pregnancy Test: Bloodwork or Urine Test?

Pregnancy tests help women to determine if they are pregnant and can usually be done as soon as your period is late. Different types of tests have unique advantages and disadvantages. Our gynecologist explains the main differences between a blood test and an at-home pregnancy test.

Diseases and Conditions

Low Oxygen Levels: Symptoms, Causes & What to Do

Symptoms of low oxygen levels will start to emerge when there is insufficient oxygen reaching the tissues. Common symptoms include shortness of breath, fast breathing, increased heart rate, and confusion. Learn about the other symptoms of low oxygen, what causes it and what to do.

Pregnancy-Related Conditions

Fever While Pregnant: 11 Causes & How to Treat

A fever while pregnancy can occur due to a flu, colds, pneumonia, COVID-19, dengue fever, UTI, or even an ectopic pregnancy. It may present with symptoms such as pain when urinating, shortness of breath, body pain or headaches. Learn more about what causes a fever during pregnancy and how to treat it.