Adding more potassium to your diet could be an easier, more effective way to lower blood pressure than cutting salt alone, new research finds. The study, published in the American Journal of Physiology–Renal Physiology, builds on what scientists have long understood: That sodium and potassium work together to regulate blood pressure. “Usually, when we have…
With its charming green hue and earthy flavor, matcha tea has become a star of both coffee shop menus and social media posts. But online, some creators are sounding the alarm that matcha drinkers could be putting themselves at risk of anemia. Matcha—a type of powdered green tea—has been a staple of Japanese cuisine for…
The erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) blood test measures how quickly erythrocytes, a type of red blood cell, settle at the bottom of a test tube. It is also known as the sedimentation rate or sed rate test. Red blood cells usually settle slowly, but inflammation causes them to settle more quickly. That means high ESR…
“Clean eating”, at its core, means choosing more minimally processed and plant-based foods. Highly processed foods are limited or avoided. Most people who try to eat a clean diet do so to improve their health or promote weight loss. Since clean eating can be interpreted in many ways, it can be taken too far. Some…
Alexis Smith, 27, is the picture of confidence. She’s a solo traveler, an Instagram influencer, and a regular ambassador in the eczema community. She’s even designed a clothing line to make sure you know that “hot girls have eczema,” to quote one of the T-shirts. It took a long time to get here. “Middle school was…
Alopecia areata is a common hair loss condition. It affects people of all ages, races, and genders. People with alopecia areata usually experience patchy hair loss. The hair may grow back on its own, and it is common to experience cycles of hair loss and regrowth. There is no known cure for alopecia areata. Treatment…
Magnesium is essential for supporting muscle and nerve function, producing proteins and energy, and regulating blood sugar and blood pressure. Taking magnesium supplements may help improve health conditions like high blood pressure, osteoporosis (brittle bones), and migraines. It may also help treat muscle pain. You can get magnesium from your diet or through a supplement….
Your body needs fat for various functions, including energy production, hormone production, absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K), maintaining body temperature, and more. However, eating too much saturated fat has been linked to a higher risk of heart disease and stroke. Saturated fats are found mostly in animal-based foods such as red…