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Melatonin: Benefits, Uses, Side Effects and Dosage

Melatonin may improve sleep, eye health, and seasonal depression. It’s generally considered safe and has few side effects, but is not recommended for children. Melatonin is a common dietary supplement that has…

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7 Helpful Supplements for Bloating

Key takeaways - Probiotics and peppermint oil have been shown to improve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), including bloating. - Ginger may help speed stomach emptying and reduce gut inflammation. Ci…

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The Best Teeth Whitening Products: Tried & Tested

How do teeth whitening products work? Most whitening products use hydrogen or carbamide peroxide to whiten teeth. These substances work by penetrating tooth enamel to reach the inner layer of dentin. Within th…

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Leuprolide (Lupron) for Prostate Cancer

Lupron is a brand name for a medication that’s used in hormone therapy for prostate cancer. It helps to slow down testosterone production, which plays a role in the growth of prostate cancer cells. Lupron is a…

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How to Follow a Cutting Diet for Weight Loss

Key takeaways - A cutting diet is a short-term fat-loss phase used by bodybuilders to get lean while maintaining muscle, and it works best when paired with weightlifting. - To follow a cutting diet, calculate …

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Tanning Nasal Spray: Should You Skip It?

Tanning nasal spray contains a hormone called melanotan, which is not FDA-approved. It may cause side effects like nausea, prolonged erections, and gastrointestinal symptoms. As you might already know, getting…

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Lentils: Nutrition, Benefits, and How to Cook Them

Lentils can be an addition to a nutrient-rich diet. Their health benefits include fiber, protein, and key vitamins. Lentils are edible seeds from the legume family. They’re well known for their lens shape and …

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Subcutaneous Injection: What It Is and How to Give One

How painful are subcutaneous injections? Subcutaneous injections aren’t usually very painful because they use small needles. Most people feel a “pinch” when the needle goes in., That said, severe pain has been…

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The Alkaline Diet: An Evidence-Based Review

The alkaline diet may support health by limiting processed foods and promoting more whole foods. However, it doesn’t help fight disease by affecting your body’s pH levels. The alkaline diet is based on the ide…

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How to Prevent Stretch Marks: 7 Tips

Key takeaways - Maintaining a healthy weight is one of the main ways you can prevent stretch marks. Exercising regularly and avoiding rapid weight gain or loss can strengthen the skin and reduce your chance of…

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Endorphins: Functions, Levels, and Natural Boosts

Endorphins are the body’s natural pain relievers and mood boosters. They are naturally produced during pleasurable activities like exercise, sex, and laughing, as well as painful experiences, such as twisting …

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PHAs for Your Skin? The Facts Behind the Beauty Hype

Countless beauty brands spend billions every year to make products that “smooth away” wrinkles — with sometimes impressive but always limited results. Polyhydroxy acids (PHAs) are one of the latest trendy beau…

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Potential Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Omega-3 fatty acids have been linked to many health benefits. We take a look at the evidence behind some of these health claims, and discuss when upping your omega-3 intake may be beneficial. Omega-3 fatty aci…

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