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Ask Dr. Etingin: Yeast Infections and Constipation

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What can I do to reduce the likelihood of getting a yeast infection, and what’s…

What is Selenium?

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Selenium is a trace mineral found naturally in the soil, water, and in certain (mostly…

When to Worry About PVCs

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A PVC is a premature ventricular contraction. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), a…

What Is Hypersomnia?

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According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), hypersomnia is recurring and…

What is Selenium and Its Benefits?

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Selenium may have caught your attention, as it’s one among many supplements that has been…

Thyroid Diseases Can Produce a Wide Variety of Symptoms

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Thyroid disorders aren’t a top health concern for most women, but they are very common:…

An Eyelid Bump Could Be a Symptom of High Cholesterol

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XP eyelid bumps are cholesterol deposits in the skin of your eyelids. There may one…

Use Food to Fight Goiter

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The thyroid gland may be small, but it’s incredibly important, affecting almost every organ in…

Symptoms of Iodine Deficiency & How It Affects Your Thyroid

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Iodine is an essential nutrient. That means your body needs it, but it can’t make…

Embracing Soy Foods

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Soy foods—like edamame, tofu, soymilk, and tempeh—are nutrient-rich, easy to use, and an excellent source…

Treat the Medical Conditions That May Be Robbing Your Memory and Thinking Skills

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Health conditions that may not, on the surface, seem to have anything to do with…

Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Affects One in Four American Adults

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Have you ever heard of a condition called nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)? If you…

Swollen Feet May Require Medical Attention

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Swollen feet can be a normal inflammatory reaction due to overuse or a strain—the result…

A Malfunctioning Thyroid Gland Can Cause Serious Health Problems

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Thyroid disorders aren’t a top health concern for most women, but they are very common:…