Dead cells, cholesterol deposits, and cells of the immune system accumulate in the plaque. This plaque can become weakened and erode or rupture, causing a heart attack or stroke, Williams said. Why Might apoB Be a Better Predictor of Heart Disease Risk? Master / Getty Images Larger LDL particles carry more cholesterol but have a harder time getting into the arterial wall and getting stuck. So the harm from each LDL particlebig or smallis about the same, Williams said....

Eating healthy has always been a challenge for me. But as I get older, Im becoming more committed to taking better care of my body. What makes Athletic Greens powder, called AG1, such an attractive product is how nutrient-dense it is. Photo Illustration by Michela Buttignol for Verywell Health; Athletic Greens The formula includes over 75 vitamins and minerals as well as prebiotics and probiotics. Thefull list of ingredientsrange from spirulina and apple powder to spinach leaf powder and pea protein....

AleksandarGeorgiev / Getty Images Both cycling and walking are excellent, relatively convenient forms of aerobic exercise. While both burn calories, bicycling typically burns more calories than walking when both are done on flat ground. However, several additional factors for each exercise must be considered to make an accurate comparison. AleksandarGeorgiev / Getty Images For example: However, several factors can impact the number of calories burned during these activities. Cycling is typically considered a moderate-intensity physical activity on a flat surface under 10 mph....

Bipolar disorderis a disability according to the Social Security Administration (SSA). Social Security benefits may provide monthly income assistance and insurance coverage. This article will explore these options, including individual eligibility requirements and system steps. Olga Rolenko / Getty Images The ADA gives equal opportunity rights to persons living with disabilities. The ADA does not provide a list of eligible conditions that qualify as disabilities. Rather, the ADA provides a broad definition of what it means to be a person with a disability....

Black discharge is common before or after your period and right after giving birth. Black discharge usually means that blood has taken longer to leave theuterus. When this happens, the blood oxidizes, which makes it appear darker. Alicia Fdez / Getty Images The longer the blood stays in your uterus, the darker it becomes. In rare cases, it may indicate a more serious condition like cervical cancer. This is considered normal and just means your body is clearing out old blood....

If you’re under the impression that blood inside the body is blue, you’re not alone. There is a longstanding myth that blood inside of our bodies is blue. While some animals do have blue blood, human blood is red. Elizabeth Fernandez / Getty Images Blood both inside and outside of our bodies is red due to the presence of pigment found inhemoglobin. This article will discuss why blood is red....

Positive and negative effects of testosterone therapy Is testosterone therapy a good idea? Why Testosterone Levels Drop Testosterone is present in all bodies regardless of sex assigned at birth. The hormone is only socially associated with masculinity and virility. Tom Merton / Getty Images This decline is slow and steady, unlike the suddenness of menopause that people assigned female at birth experience. Although testosterone declines with age, advancing age is not the only reason for levels to drop....

BPD is a mental health condition characterized by instability in moods, self-image, and behavior. The symptoms ofborderline personality disordertypically begin in the adolescent years, and the condition is more common in females. Verywell / Jessica Olah What Is Borderline Personality Disorder? Verywell / Jessica Olah The exact causes of BPD are not known, but existing research indicates that genetics are a contributing factor. However, first-degree relatives also share environments, which means that these findings do not point solely to genetics....

Normal BRCA1 Functions The same genes that increase your risk of cancer also perform normal functions. High-Penetrance Genes High-penetrance genes increase your risk of breast cancer more than other types of genes. People with these genes are more likely to get cancer earlier than those with nongenetic breast cancer. jessicaphoto / Getty Images BRCA Genes BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes are among the most important in assessing breast cancer risk. Many other genes also occur as part of broader medical conditions....

Bronchitis may be contagious depending on what’s causing it. It can be contagious for several days to a week or more when the cause is bacterial or viral. Verywell / Mira Norian When Is Bronchitis Contagious? Verywell / Mira Norian Whether or not bronchitis is contagious depends on the underlying cause. There are two maintypes of bronchitis: Cases of chronic bronchitis are not likely to be contagious. But without laboratory testing, it’s hard to know if an infection is viral or bacterial....

Is It Safe to Brush Teeth With Baking Soda? Advantages of Baking Soda for Teeth Brushing Brushing teeth with baking soda offers numerous benefits. One study suggested that baking soda toothpaste may be as effective as other forms of whitener toothpaste. Marc Romanelli/Getty Images Low Cost Baking soda is cheap. Its cleansing properties make it ideal for keeping your mouth clean. How Fast Does Baking Soda Whiten Teeth? Grittiness and Taste Baking soda doesn’t taste great and can feel like sand between your teeth....

A Common Question With Uncommon Considerations Cancerisnotcontagious. Why Cancer Is Not Contagious Cancer cells aren’t contagious in humans. What Does Cancer Spreading Mean? FatCamera / Getty Images Cancer does not spread from person to person. This can occur through the lymphatic system, the bloodstream, or growing into surrounding tissues. In an unethical experiment conducted in the 1950s and 1960s, a researcher and physician namedDr. Chester Southaminjected live cancer cells into people to see if he could “cause” cancer....

The Effects of Coconut on IBS Amount matters when it comes to whether or not coconut is low-FODMAP. These sugars and alcohols are poorly absorbed in the small intestine. It also explains why some forms of coconut are better for those with IBS than others. enviromantic / E+ / Getty Images People seem to either love the taste of coconut or hate it. If you are not sensitive to polyols, you may not have to worry about portion size at all....