Lying down can increase blood flow to your head, which causes swelling in the nasal blood vessels. Structural problems in thenostrils or nasal cavitycan also increase a person’s vulnerability to nighttime congestion. When this happens, the body will release inflammatory chemicals that cause blood vessels to widen. Verwell / Brianna Gilmartin A stuffy nose can occur at night due to dust mites that thrive in pillows and mattresses. Airborne allergens like pollen also tend to settle in cooler nighttime temperatures....

However, STI tests aren’t perfect. Itispossible to get a negative test result and still have an STI. But very often, that’s the case. Portra Images / Getty Images Some knew about their diagnosis, while some did not. There are several potential reasons why STI tests aren’t infallible. This, unfortunately, may not be true. Some providers don’t regularlyscreen patients for STIs. It’s also easy to confuse tests like aPap smearorpelvic examfor an STI test....

But why is this necessary? In fact, the testing isn’t 100 percent accurate even in those who are eating gluten. Negative Blood Tests, Positive Endoscopy? D3sign / Getty Images Three-quarters were negative on the EMA-IgA blood test after six months and 87 percent were negative after 12 months. Should you do a gluten challenge in an attempt to get aproper celiac disease diagnosis? Only it’s possible for you to decide (in consultation with your healthcare provider)....

It isn’t that your surgeon doesn’t like piercings, or has a personal issue with wedding rings. Your surgical team just wants to avoid complications whenever possible. Imaging Studies Piercings and jewelry can block important structures in imaging studies. Getty Images/Reza Estakhrian For example, take tongue piercings. Your dentist could easily miss a damaged tooth on the right side. Plan on removing your piercings when having imaging studies anywhere near the piercing site....

Quinoais a whole grain, edible seed that has gained popularity over the past few years. From a nutritional standpoint, quinoa is considered a grain. It is a great source of protein, fiber, and several key vitamins and minerals. Getty Images / Cavan Images Eating quinoa can benefit your health in several ways. This article will review the nutritional content of quinoa and its associated health benefits. Getty Images / Cavan Images...

However, many claims about its benefits remain unfounded. The extract is ground down and then combined withglycerin. That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says. Getty Images / Alexander Spatari No supplement is intended to treat, cure, or prevent disease. There are claims that grapefruit seed extract can be used to treat fungal or bacterial infections. It has been shown to have some antibacterial properties. Many GFSE products have been found to be adulterated with the preservative benzethonium chloride, an antibacterial agent....

How do you know which non-dairy yogurt is the right choice for you? It depends on what you want to get out of your product. But plant-based yogurts typically have less sugar and sodium and provide more fiber than dairy yogurts. Photo Illustration by Lecia Landis for Verywell Health; Getty Images. Theres a lot of confusion among consumers. Is it not healthy? This tool assigns a score to each yogurt, which helps rank the products based on nutrient density....

If your healthcare provider hasnt told you to do this, they should have. ACS is triggered by the rupture of a plaque within acoronary artery. The portion of the heart muscle being supplied by the artery then begins to die. David Sucsy/Getty Images The death of heart muscle is what defines a myocardial infarction. Why Aspirin? Time is of the essence, and minutes count. By doing this, you may be able to begin treating a heart attack even before paramedics arrive....

So, discussing your diagnosis with your partners is important. Is HSV-1 Nothing to Worry About? Cold sores typically aren’t anything to worry about and can be easily treated. Tetra Images / Getty But that doesn’t meanHSV-1is harmless. They can be painful, but typically crust over and begin to heal within four to six days. But HSV-1 never goes away. If you develop another cold sore, the virus can spread more easily....

White bread is low in nutrients like protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats. It is relatively high in calories and causes blood sugar levels to spike soon after eating. Liudmila Chernetska / Getty Images It Spikes Blood Sugar White bread is asimple carbohydratehigh in sugar. Liudmila Chernetska / Getty Images Other types of bread contain complex carbs and fiber. Wheat has three components: bran, germ, and endosperm. Manufacturers remove the bran and germ from the grain to make white bread, leaving only the endosperm....

Experts theorize there are a number of reasons why yoga might help improve sleep. Think of how a “happy baby” joyfully grabs their feet while lying on their back. It opens up the front of the spine and chest, further helping calm the mind and reducing stress. Cavan Images / Getty Images Tips Ready to start bedtime yoga for the first time? In addition to other health benefits, research shows that yoga can help improve sleep....

JulPo / Getty Images Turmeric is an herb known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Due to its active ingredient, curcumin, turmeric soap may offer health benefits for multiple skin conditions. Antimicrobial Properties Turmeric’s antimicrobial properties may help preventbacterial skin infections. JulPo / Getty Images Turmeric topical products can offer this anti-inflammatory action. This skin-repairing benefit may also support people with skin-damaging conditions like psoriasis. Turmeric topical products combined with traditional medical therapies mayminimize psoriasis flares....

This develops when your bodys functions slow to a point where life systems are compromised. Myxedema coma requires emergency medical treatment. How Long Can You Go Without Thyroid Medication? Verywell / Emily Roberts What Do I Do if I Miss a Dose? If you miss a dose of any thyroid drug, take it as soon as you remember. Do not double up doses to catch up. There are several tips and solutions that can help before taking the dangerous step of stopping your medication....