Health

A truly healthy person has a sound body and mind that is free of disease and infirmity. Healthy living includes taking the steps needed to optimize one's chances of surviving and thriving, like eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Questions relating to all aspects of health and living a healthy life are welcome here!

  • How many grams of carbs are recommended per day?
    Carbs Recommended Per Day There are two answers. One answer is for those who wish to lose weight and one answer is for those who...
  • How many carbs should you eat daily on a low carb diet?
    Carbs on a low carb diet The answer varies according to levels of activity. The usual low carbohydrate range is 20 to 50 grams...
  • How to get rid of belly fat?
    Get rid of belly fat To stop fat accumulating around the abdomen, engage in regular cardio exercise and eliminate refined...
  • How many calories needed per day?
    Calories needed per day Here are examples with guidelines for weight loss or weight maintenance. It depends on your body weight,...
  • What would cause your little finger to tingle?
    Carpal tunnel syndrome would not cause tingling in little finger. The Ulnar nerve can cause numbness and tingling in the 4th -5th...
  • Can migraine-like headaches or other allergy symptoms be a reaction to Aceslfame Potassium?
    Reaction to Aceslfame PotassiumMigraines and other allergy symptoms have been experienced by others. Here are some of their...
  • Is a medium-sized bump on the back of your head normal?
    You can rest easy, the bump at the back of your skull is a normal feature of every human's skull. It's called the occipital...
  • What medication would you use to tighten pockets in gums?
    Here are some answers from contributors. Antiseptic "chip" Antibiotic gel Antibiotic micro-spheres The medication is called...
  • Why does the gland below the jaw swell when eating solid food?
    You give very little detail so I cannot be certain what is happening here. Oral Health is a very important matter and should not...
  • What dangers are associated with high concentrations of mercury in the body?
    There are different levels of mercury poisoning, acute and chronic. Sudden exposure to high levels will cause breathing problems,...
  • What does it mean if your semen is sometimes dark brown instead of clear-whitish?
    AnswerHappened to me last night during wet dream. Scared the hell out of me. Went to Google, typed in "brown semen", and after...
  • Is lymphocytes the second line of defense in the immune system?
    No because they include t and b cells which are part of the 3rd line of defense.
  • What does the term 'bolus' mean?
    Bolus - a soft mass of chewed food that is ready to be swallowed. Bolus chase - is a set amount of medicine that is...
  • Can you take Librium and Ambien together?
    I believe it's safe, as they were given to me by a doctor while I was in the hosputal, at the same time.
  • Can radon gas cause migraine headaches?
    No, exposure to radon gas, even a large amount, won't give you a headache. Radon is an inert or noble gas, and it is radioactive....
  • What type of cigar does Hugh Jackman smoke?
    in this interview, he says Cohibas. see link: www.maxim.com/.../icon-hugh-jackman.html
  • Is shortness of breath and wheezing after exercise a sign of asthma?
    Yes. After physical activity, you breathe in and let oxygen out. If you don't get enough oxygen, you will have asthma.
  • What are the side effects of Seroquel?
    Seroquel side effects: Seroquel is an atypical anti psychotic medication that is used for the treatment of schizophrenia and...
  • Can you take zantac while taking atenolol?
    yes, i have taken both and no side effects. been on atenolol for 9 years. taken all kinds of antacids & proton pump...
  • What cigar did Pacino smoke in Scent of a Woman?
    montecristo #1, a very good well known famous brand of cigars, in many cases the best of the best
  • Can you take Viagra with Plavix?
    sure you can.
  • Will suboxone show up as opiate on a Gas test?
    Most drug screens done by Gas Chromatography target specific drugs or groups of drugs by testing the body's fluids for the...
  • Can swallowing semen boost testosterone levels?
    Swallowing semen does not and cannot boost testosterone levels.
  • Is Meningitis worse that MRSA?
    That's a difficult question to answer. How do you define whether one disease is worse than another? Five-year survival rates?...
  • Does rheumatoid arthritis cause facial paralysis?
    No.
  • When one do MD after doctor of pharmacy is it possible for him to become a surgeon?
    Yes it is. In fact, I know a man who did just that. He was a pharmacist for a few years, then went to medical school and is now a...
  • Does ADHD medication help with depression and anxiety?
    ADHD medication is not designed to help with depression or anxiety, and in fact can actually cause depression and anxiety. Though...
  • If you've been diagnosed with viral cardiomyopathy is it a guaranteed death sentence?
    I was diagnosed with viral cardiomyopathy in 2001. Leading up to the diagnosis I was getting more and more short of breath,...
  • Does paxil help arthritis?
    Not directly. It's not a pain medication. However, chronic pain does have an affect on a person's mental health. As the result,...
  • What is subjective anxiety?
    Subjective anxiety refers to anxiety as described by the patient or sufferer. Anxiety (also called angst or worry) is a...
  • How can you cope with fibromyalgia?
    Living with Fibromyalgia See a therapist who practices Acupuncture and Neurostructural Therapy (NST or Bowen Therapy). I...
  • What can be done for a painful blister on the side of the tongue that was caused by a virus?
    AnswerRinse your mouth out several times a day with warm salt water. Swish around in your mouth holding it as long as you can....
  • How do you stop craving for ice?
    I have heard that craving ice is a sign of anemia. You should check with your doctor about that. I don't know how true it really...
  • Why do aortic aneurysms typically result in death?
    An aortic aneurysm is a blowout about to happen. If it never ruptures then the person can live indefinitely - but if it does...
  • How can you grow taller?
    A human's height is determined by a number of factors. Genetics is first and most important. If your parents are short, you are...
  • What will ADHD medication do to a person without ADHD?
    It varies on the person, but it will most likely make you much more focused on things, curve your appetite, and cause insomnia ...
  • What does pms mean on a prescription drug label?
    PMS include Prozac (fluoxetine), Zoloft (sertraline), and Celexa (citalopram). Your doctor may prescribe this treatment only...
  • Does semen stain silk chiffon fabric?
    Yes, it can. I suggest removing your clothes if you suspect that semen may be landing on you.
  • What is MRSA bacterial infection?
    AnswerMRSA is Methicillin Resistant Stapholococcus Aureus. This is an infection resistant to most antibiotics. Yes, you should...
  • What is iatrogenic malnutrition?
    Iatrogenic malnutrition is a protein-calorie malnutrition brought on by treatments, medications and hospitalization.
  • Is drug addiction considered a mental illness?
    Technically, I don't know, but I do know that mental health care professionals are a big part of the team that help treat drug...
  • How soon can you exercise after having an open appendectomy surgery?
    I'd guess about 4 to 6 weeks. Talk to your doctor before starting to excercise. You could really hurt yourself if you start too...
  • What is rheumatoid arthritis?
    Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation of the joints. RA can be responsible for...
  • What are the uses of roselite?
    Roselite is a beautifully colored mineral and varies in color from rose-red to pink. However, this beautiful mineral has no uses...
  • Can rheumatoid arthritis affect the xiphoid process?
    I have done a reasonably thorough search and there seems to be no connection. However Ra Does effect cartilage and connective...
  • Can shingles outbreaks recur and if so for how long will they last?
    Yes, shingles can recur. Shingles is a herpesvirus, specifically herpes zoster - the chickenpox virus. After a person is infected...
  • Can you receive disability for Parkinson's Disease?
    You present a good question. If you have a policy in place you need to check with your agent and your insurer to confirm in...
  • What do you do when you cannot give your heart to your husband fully because you have an ex you still love too?
    AnswerI'm In the same situation sweetie. And as misrable as it can be, all you can really do is just follow your heart....
  • How can you protect yourself and others from viruses and flu?
    How to avoid the spread of colds, flu, and other viral infections: THE SHORT ANSWER: For the flu, get a vaccination (flu shot or...
  • What causes moles?
    Some scientists suspect that overexposure to ultraviolet light, including excessive sunlight, may play a role in the formation of...
  • How do you cure shingles?
    See your doctor; Seek professional medical attention, because nothing you do at home can treat and eliminate the shingles virus...
  • Are headaches common while taking Triphasil for birth control and Effexor for anxiety or depression?
    I don't know what the correlation is between birth control and anxiety/depression medication but I do know that one of the side...
  • How common are stimulant prescriptions?
    It is estimated that in 1995, doctors treating children and adolescents wrote six million prescriptions for stimulant...
  • How serious is a Lamictal rash?
    A lamictal rash is an allergic reaction. Like all allergic reactions, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome can occur. This is potentially...
  • Can impotence from 24 years of cigar smoking ever be reversed?
    That requires a medical opinion that we are not qualified to give, and do not have the information needed to evaluate. You should...
  • Can biting your tongue on the side cause a white bump and how long will it last?
    It sounds like it's a canker sore. They are sometimes pretty painful, but aren't anything to worry about. They usually last...
  • What does it mean if your lip keeps jumping?
    It means you have a problem and you should contact a doctor or think back what you ate (maybe you ate something bad or something...
  • What is the difference between sperm and semen?
    Difference between Sperm and Semen   Semen or seminal fluid is the whitish viscous fluid emitted from the male...
  • Could having gone off seizure medication and birth control have anything to do with having a late period?
    I don't know how seizure medication affects periods but I do know that menstrual cycles of many women are irregular when first...
  • What kind of exercise can be done to make one grow taller?
    No exercise can make you taller, you can only straighten out your spine. Lower back extensions will help, but the best solution...
  • What is gout?
    Gouty arthritis is a form of arthritis that typically attacks suddenly and is characterized by repeated attacks of an extremely...
  • If someone has been fighting the zoster virus for over a year is losing some hearing and sometimes needs oxygen to breath how can you make things better for her?
    Sounds like a really bad set of circumstances. It's unusual to have zoster for a year, so I hope she is continuing to see a...
  • What are the product of protein hydrolysis?
    amino acids
  • Is it true that WWE wrestlers take drugs?
    yeah it is true, but then they get fired or die.WWE superstars such as UMAGA and TEST have died of overdose of coxidoeme or just...
  • Does dental insurance cover a complete set of dentures?
    It depends on the insurance. Your dentists office can call and check on it for you. Or when you sign up for it ask if it does....
  • What are the slogans of the nutrition month?
    batang may kinabukasan sa wastong nutrisyon simulan...
  • Can you use tanning beds while on seroquel?
    no!I tanned while taking Serequel and had some darkening of the skin on my upper lip.So I would not recommend it
  • Can you not have a birthmark?
    It is more common to not have one. Not true: Most people have some sort of mark on their bodies at birth, but most fade/...
  • What country does the word cigar from?
    Spain From the word Cigaria which means smoke.
  • How long does a foal nurse?
    Some are weaned at 4 months, most at 6, and some not until a year. In the wild, a foal will nurse for about a year, and if it is...
  • When does medical insurance stop for a child insured by the non-custodial parent's coverage if the child is 18 but a full time college student?
    as long as your child continues to be a full time student, then they are covered until they graduate. That may not be the...
  • What should you do about a body odor problem?
    AnswerWhat most people do not know about body odor: in many cases the reeking has nothing to do with personal hygiene, neither...
  • How does cigar juice work?
    The "juice" is a solution you add to your humidification jars in the humidor. This product helps regulate the humidity inside the...
  • Is it possible to get a false positive when you take a pregnancy test at a clinic or hospital?
    Yes, both false positives and negatives can happen at reliable clinics. Sometimes the reagents used for the test may be old,...
  • Is it normal to have white bits that look like pieces of skin in your urine?
    It could be an early form of kidney stones. Calcium is white. It may be tissue flaking off from a fissure.I don't think it's...
  • How can Rheumatoid arthritis affect an infant?
    The same way as it does an adult. RA is an inflammatory disease that is usually starts to show up i the joints. and like it does...
  • Is there a supplement that can make you grow taller?
    There exists no scientific evidence that any over the counter supplement can increase the height of otherwise normally nourished...
  • What could a small lump on the front right lower side of the neck be?
    It could be a problem with your thyroid gland or a lymph node. Another possibility is that it could be a fatty growth called a...
  • Is it safe to take Paxil during pregnancy?
    ">Answer I'm copying and what I just posted on another question. Yes. Paxil use during a pregnancy has been linked to an...
  • What is the treatment for Addison's disease?
    Addison's disease is a condition in which the adrenal cortex is destroyed resulting in reduced secretion of adrenal hormones....
  • What are the negative effects of Pepsi on the body?
    If you look on the back of the bottle you can see the words "contains a source of phenylalanine l" Phenylalanine is in large...
  • Is it safe to take antidepressants and ADHD medication?
    This question is a bit broad considering the numerous medications for both but; Is there a safe combination of Anti-Depressant...
  • Can wisdom teeth cause enlarged lymph nodes or an enlarged spleen?
    I had an enlarged spleen and enlarged lymph nodes and it turned out that I had Mono. I don't think your "spleen" has anything...
  • How do you treat lie bumps on the tongue?
    Hydrogen Peroxide as a mouthwash usually works! Answer ~I didn't have that, so I used Witch Hazel, I had like 10 of them on the...
  • How can someone find a psychiatrist who takes insurance and will treat an adult with ADHD?
    There is a pediatrician in Sykesville MD who does counseling and specializes in ADD. Don't know about insurance. His name is...
  • What do neurologists diagnose?
    diseases and disorders of the nervous system/brain
  • How long has Tony the tiger been around?
    Tony the Tiger has been the mascot of Kellogg's Frosted Flakes since 1951.
  • Can you get pregnant if the condom comes off?
    It depends what you were doing when it fell off and what you did afterwards. If at any stage his penis came into contact with...
  • What is the nutritional content of human semen?
    AnswerSemen contains only 15 calories and boy does it have a lot of stuff in it. So let's have a look. Ejaculate contains...
  • How is nutrients used by your body?
    uses it for fuel
  • Is there medication to help with unusual memory loss?
    Dissociative Amnesia is a disorder characterized by abnormal memory functioning in the absence of structural brain damage or a...
  • How do you get an employer sponsorship for a visa to allow me to work in Sydney Australia.I fall into the category of skilled worker but I need an Australian to give me a job?
    First of all, I am not immigration attorney or anything like that, but i have read a lot about immigration procedures. Yes, you...
  • Would a yeast infection or the medication taken for it cause a false negative on a home pregnancy test?
    Nope. Absolutely not. A home pregnancy test is checking for HCG -- the pregnancy hormone -- and neither yeast infections nor...
  • How do you know if your newborn is hearing okay?
    When a baby is newborn they will often startle. That's how you now they can hear ok. Does your baby startle? As they get a little...
  • Is eye twitching a side effect of Effexor XR?
    Yes, that can happen. Assuming your doctor prescribed the drug, you should let him or her know of any side effects you...
  • What are some foods that begin with the letter B?
    Some foods that that begin with the letter B: Baba Ganoush Babi Mustard Babybel cheeses baby carrots Baby Ruth candy bar baby...
  • What toxic chemicals are in rubbing alcohol and how harmful are they to the human body?
    The chemical makeup of the alcohol itself makes it dangerous. It causes severe gastric distrubances, and may even cause...