Selenomethionine is one of the main natural forms of selenium. It combines with proteins in the body to form antioxidants called selenoproteins. These compounds help protect againstfree radicals, the unstable molecules that can cause damage to cells in your body. Verywell / Getty Images That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says. No supplement is intended to treat, cure, or prevent disease. Much of the research on SeMet has centered around thyroid disease, cancer, and heart disease prevention....

Pros of Hormone Pellets Bioidentical hormone pellet therapy may offer some benefits to those who use them. Who Should Not Use Them? Alternative Therapies There are various alternatives to hormone pellets, including both hormonal and nonhormonal treatments. Getty Images / EThamPhoto The best alternative for you depends on your medical history and specific health needs. The combination ofestrogen and progestinis called combined hormone therapy. Consult a healthcare provider to determine your best treatment options....

Donating bone marrowcan have side effects and risks, but in general, its considered safe. This article looks at the risks and side effects of bone marrow donation. It also covers what you could expect when you’ve chosen to donate your bone marrow andstem cells. Miikam / iStockPhoto What Is Bone Marrow Donation? Your bone marrow has special cells inside it that make blood. You have to meet certain requirements to be a bone marrow donor....

Heres what you should know before taking Paxlovid. However, these have yet to be studied further. This suggests it is not Paxlovid-related, but more likely COVID-related. Lara Antal / Verywell Which Medications Interfere With Paxlovid? The primary concerns with Paxlovid are the potential drug interactions, experts said. If it is clinically appropriate, the medication youre taking may be temporarily withheld or adjusted. Inhibition of medication metabolism can lead to unpredictable and potentially dangerous blood levels of these other medications....

Statins are widely used cholesterol-lowering drugs that can reduce the risk of major heart-related health problems. Though statins generally have a good safety profile, they can cause side effects in some people. Still, healthcare providers believe that the benefits of statins outweigh the risks related to side effects. Getty Images /The Good Brigade There are options for managing side effects if they become bothersome. Getty Images /The Good Brigade What Are Statins?...

Pfizers RSV vaccine, called Abrysvo,followed suit just a month later. Both vaccines show promising results in preventing severe RSVa highly contagious virus that causes cold and flu-like symptoms. Overall, these vaccines have been very well tolerated. Manjurul / Getty Images. Each group had approximately 12,500 participants. A few cases of autoimmune syndromes were observed among Arexvy recipients. There is also a vaccine adverse event reporting system (VAERS) where these cases can be reported....

Caffeineis a stimulant that triggers thecentral nervous system. It is the most widely consumed psychoactive substance in the world. In moderate doses, caffeine makes us feel good. monkeybusinessimages / Getty Images But in amounts above 400 milligrams per day, caffeine overdose is possible. Children under age 12 should avoid caffeine.Teenagersshould limit their caffeine intake to about 100 mg per day. Kids and teens should also avoid consumingenergy drinks. However, emerging evidence suggests much lower daily dosages (50 mg/day) may result in smaller birth sizes....

Most people who menstruate ovulate every month, and it usually occurs in the middle of their cycle. You may be wondering if there is a way to tell if youre ovulating. The signs of ovulation vary for everyone. EXTREME-PHOTOGRAPHER / Getty Images You might notice an increase in clear, wet, and stretchy vaginal secretions. Or, you may have no noticeable changes. EXTREME-PHOTOGRAPHER / Getty Images What Is Ovulation? Ovulation is the process your body goes through to prepare forpregnancy....

Spinal stenosisis the term used to describe a narrowing spine. Anywhere along the spine can be affected. Several treatment options are available, each tailored to the individual depending on the symptoms' severity. MoMo Productions / Getty Images This article discusses the treatment options for spinal stenosis. MoMo Productions / Getty Images What Are the Common Spinal Stenosis Treatment Options? Like many other conditions, spinal stenosis has several primary treatment options....

The stages describe the progression of the condition. In ALS, weakness gradually worsens as themotor neuronsin thespinal corddegenerate. Your perception of your symptoms describes the effects of the disease. Biserka Stojanovic / Getty Images It will also discuss treatment and coping for each stage. Biserka Stojanovic / Getty Images What Are the Stages of ALS? The two staging systems used in ALS are the Kings staging system and Milano-Torino staging (MiToS) system....

What Is the Hurley System? A number of studies have attempted to establish how common the disease is using a variety of methods. In stages II and III of the disease, sinus tracts may appear. Verywell / Dennis Madamba These are tunnel-like cavities that form under the skin and can interconnect. The tunnels often cause pain and scarring. Abscesses may also form in stages II and III of the disease....

There are three stages of labor: contractions, childbirth, and delivery of the placenta. Pregnancycan be full of surprises, andlaboris no different. Verywell / Brianna Gilmartin What Are the Stages of Labor? Verywell / Brianna Gilmartin Below, learn more about what to expect during each stage of labor. Typically, this is the longest stage of labor. There are two phases to the first stage of labor: early labor and active labor....

The last two stages can cause pain,frequent fractures or breaks, and even deformities from bone loss. Science Photo Library / Getty Images How Do You Determine the Severity of Osteoporosis? Bone density testing is the most precise way to determine your level of bone loss. Science Photo Library / Getty Images Bone density measurements are taken with a dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scan. Bone mass and density are expressed with a measurement called aT-score....