The Truth About Dreamfields "Low-carb" Pasta

The Claims Dreamfields got into hot water for several reasons. Unfortunately, Dreamfields failed to publish proof that its pasta was effective in modulating blood sugar levels. Dreamfields also has a bit more protein than other pasta brands and some B vitamins. GMVozd / Getty Images (It is not gluten-free, however, and so is not safe for people with celiac disease.) What does this mean forcarb-countingconsumers, especially people withdiabetes? Nuttall FQ, Gannon MC, Hoover H....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 99 words · Maxwell Johnson

The Truth About Healthy Sodas: Are They Really Better for You?

Additionally, some have fewer calories and sugar than traditional sodas. Why recommend a product whose benefits arent conclusive? That said, compared to older soda brands, they might be a healthier alternative. SEAN GLADWELL / Getty Images Are There Any Proven Benefits of Healthy Soda? Prebiotics arent bad for you, in general. Prebiotics feed the good bacteria in yourgut, [and] they are very important, Zumpano said. Fiber also can aid in lowering cholesterol, blood sugars, and weight loss [or] management....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 172 words · Kevin Fuentes

The Truth About “ Cocktail Headaches”

A cocktail headache is a headache that occurs within as little as three hours after drinking alcohol. It’s not the same as ahangover headache, which occurs the morning after drinking too much. A cocktail headache develops the same evening, and even a tiny amount of alcohol can trigger it. Verywell / Emily Roberts How long will a cocktail headache last? It can persist for up to 72 hours from when it starts....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 336 words · Derek Johnson

The Types of Post-Surgery Pain You May Experience

While post-surgical pain in general is common, not all pain sensations are the same. This article looks at some of the different types of pain you may haveafter surgery. It also discusses ways to manage your pain. Olive / Getty Images Olive / Getty Images Nociceptive Pain Nociceptivepainis the most common pop in of pain. For example, a surgeon must cut through the muscles of theabdominalwall to remove an inflamed appendix....

April 18, 2025 · 3 min · 527 words · Michael Scott

The Ultimate Diabetes Shopping List

(An exception would be people who have diabetic nephropathy, akidney diseasethat’s related to diabetes.) In fact, theyshouldbe included, as they tend to be rich in nutrients, antioxidants, and fiber. They also are rich in magnesium, B vitamins, chromium, iron, and folate. Dan Dalton / Caiaimage / Getty Images Sept 5, 2017. McRae MP.Dietary fiber intake and jot down 2 diabetes mellitus: An umbrella review of meta-analyses.J Chiropr Med.

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 68 words · Carl Young

The UroLift Procedure: Everything You Need to Know

Besides causing a rapid improvement in symptoms, the UroLift procedure has the added benefit of preserving sexual function. That said, for some patients who undergo this treatment, BPH symptoms eventually return. What Is the Prostate? Ariel Skelley/Getty Images Theprostateis a walnut-sized gland in men located below the bladder. It surrounds the urethra. What Is the UroLift Procedure? The UroLift procedure takes less than an hour and is performed in aurologist’soffice underlocal anesthesia....

April 18, 2025 · 3 min · 550 words · Brian Terry

The Use of Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) After Surgery

Diphenhydramine is most commonly known by the brand nameBenadryl. This drug is typically used to decrease minor symptoms ofallergic reactions, like itching and watery eyes. In doing so, Benadryl effectively cuts off histamines ability to trigger allergy symptoms. Stockbyte / Getty Images It can also be given through an IV or as an injection into the muscle. It can also be purchased as a topical spray. Risks Although uncommon, some people may have an allergic reaction to diphenhydramine....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 163 words · Robert Curtis

The Verbal Fluency Test for Dementia Screening

The verbal fluency test (VFT) is a short screening test that evaluates cognitive function. Pros Cons Moses, MD S. Family Practice Notebook.Verbal fluency test. 2008 Oct-Dec;2(4):328-332. doi:10.1590/S1980-57642009DN20400017 sturti / Getty Images

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 31 words · Brittany Cummings

The Verywell Health Impact Awards

Their journeys motivated them to rally for others and help make improvements in health care. Their impact is inspiring. Here are this year’s recipients. Sharing her experience with an illness that involves intimate bathroom-habit details felt like social suicide, Aswani-Omprakash said. I lost a circle of friends, but I gained an even bigger community. The tide is starting to change, and more people are talking about IBD, Aswani-Omprakash said. She also works to shed light on the mental health impact of those conditions....

April 18, 2025 · 5 min · 900 words · Amanda Howe

The Warning Signs of Stroke in Women

Women have a higher lifetime risk of stroke than men. Its important to recognize these subtle symptoms and get immediate help. This article will discuss the signs of stroke in women and how to prevent a stroke. Verywell / Katie Kerpel Knowing more could preserve your life or the life of a loved one. Symptoms include: Call for emergency medical help if you experience or witness any of these symptoms....

April 18, 2025 · 3 min · 520 words · Logan Cannon

The Wear-and-Tear Theory of Aging

Once they wear out, they can no longer function correctly. It is sometimes called simple deterioration theory or fundamental limitation theory. It’s one of many theories on aging that continue to emerge. OJO_Images/Getty Images Some view aging as a more intentional process. It also reviews different aging theories that compare with it. The wear-and-tear theory is just one. Each theory has evidence for and against it. There are two primary categories of aging: programmed theories and error theories....

April 18, 2025 · 3 min · 521 words · Johnathan Melendez

The Weight Loss Drug Saxenda (Liraglutide)

Saxenda (liraglutide) is one of eightFDA-approved drugs used for weight management. Saxenda is administered via injection with the Saxenda pen and works by decreasing hunger and appetite. It also covers the potential side effects and safety concerns to be aware of. Hero Images / Getty Images What Is Saxenda (Liraglutide)? Liraglutide belongs to a class of drugs known as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. Another drug in this class includes Byetta (exenatide)....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 411 words · Andrea Townsend

The Window Period for STD Testing

The window period can sort of be thought of as an STD test waiting period. After you are exposed to a disease and become infected, you wont test positive right away. Instead, there is generally a length of time before you will test positive for the disease. Peter Dazeley / Getty Images That period is known as the window period or the STD testing window. How long it takes to test positivefor a disease such as an STD depends on a number of factors....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 209 words · Christine Washington