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you’re able to also consume creatine by eating red meat and fish or taking supplements. Though creatine does not directly impact weight, it may change body composition. Creatine is a well-establishedergogenicaid that supports exercise performance and recovery. Farion_O / Getty Images Research also shows that it can improve strength and muscle mass. Due to this, it is a popular dietary supplement among athletes, active people, and bodybuilders. As a result, some supplement products may not contain the ingredients listed on the label....

DMPA can change body composition and increase fat mass. This compares with birth control pills that can affect body weight, mostly because of fluid retention. Not all women gain weight with DMPA. JGI / Jamie Grill / Getty Images Some factors increase the chances and influence who may be more likely to gain more weight. This article looks at what the studies show aboutaverageweight gain and who is most likely to experience it....

Diarrheausually lasts just a few days without any further issues. However, diarrhea that lasts more than three days can cause weight loss. ),celiac disease,irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), orinflammatory bowel disease (IBD. Stock Planets / Getty Images It also explains how the condition is diagnosed and treated. Diarrhea and Weight Loss Diarrhea refers to stools that are loose and watery. Loose stools may be accompanied by changes in bowel movements, including increased frequency and/or urgency or fecal incontinence....

During a flare-up ofdiverticulitis, you may wonder whether diverticulitis can go away. The condition may be treated at home with conservative methods or in the hospital for more complicated cases. In some cases, these pouches can become inflamed or infected and cause symptoms such asabdominal pain. Maria Korneeva / Getty Images When this happens, it is called diverticulitis. Some of the options will depend on the seriousness of the condition....

Viagra does not seem to interact with alcohol when consumed in small amounts. However, alcohol use can still increase the risk of side effects. It can also affect sexual performance, which counteracts the reason for using Viagra in the first place. Getty Images /picture alliance/ Contributor For this reason, it’s best to limit the amount consumed. Moreover, it’s generally recommended to avoid or limit alcohol altogether for overall health. Getty Images /picture alliance/ Contributor...

Dairy milk is rich in nutrients linked to growth, but will drinking milk make you taller? The answer is it depends. However, if you already have a balanced diet, drinking more milk will likely not make you taller. skynesher / Getty Images And once you get throughpuberty, you stop gaining height. The biggest factor in height is yourgenetics. But as long as you’re still growing, some things may affect your height....

However, the evidence about their effectiveness is ongoing and not yet conclusive. The alleged benefits of spearmint tea for acne are largely anecdotal and based on its general properties. This may help with pain, irritation, and other types of inflammation. Klaus Vedfelt / Getty Images Antibacterial and Antimicrobial Properties Research suggests that spearmint has a cleansing effect. It can also kill harmful bacteria and other germs, preventing them from spreading....

How to Improve Cholesterol Naturally Without Medications Exercise can lower cholesterol. Regular exercise paired with a healthy diet and other lifestyle changes can significantly improve your cholesterol levels within months. This article describes the types of exercises (and how much is needed) to lower your cholesterol. Udra / iStock / Getty Images It also explains how exercise reduces cholesterol and other natural ways to do so without medications. Aerobic Exercises Aerobic exerciseinvolves exercising large muscle groups rhythmically and repetitively....

However, experts warn that the therapy may not be effective and could be unsafe. Does ExtenZe Help With Erectile Dysfunction? No clinical studies support the use of ExtenZe for erectile dysfunction. Getty Images | andreswd Some of the ingredients in ExtenZe have been studied separately; however, studies on humans are lacking. These studies are small and do not properly check for safety and toxicity. ExtenZe claims that you will see an increase in erection size when using this product....

Fenugreek(Trigonella foenum-graecum) is a plant grown in South America, Asia, and the Middle East. The seeds are typically ground up into a powder and taken as a capsule. It is also used as a seasoning, by itself or in spice blends such garam masala. Belen Martinez / Getty Images Lipids are fat-like substances that can accumulate in your blood. Cholesterol andtriglyceridesare both lipids. This article looks at fenugreek and its effect on cholesterol....

Studies suggest omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil supplements have helped reducetriglyceride levels. Still, fish oils effects on cholesterol levels are less established. This means some supplement products may not contain what the label says. Pranithan Chorruangsak / Getty Images You may be considering increasing your HDL levels to help your heart health. However, increasing HDL cholesterol alone may be challenging. As mentioned earlier, fish oil contains both EPA and DHA....

On the surface, some of these facts seem pretty convincing. Originally, there seemed to be supporting references from the likes of Johns Hopkins and the American Cancer Society. Interestingly, these claims were later debunked, and these institutions do not support these claims. doram / E+ / Getty Images The original emails were from people who falsely cited their work with credible institutions such as Johns Hopkins. They further stated that there was no evidence that plastic bottles or packages contain dioxin....

Garlic contains a bioactive compound calledallicinthat is thought to contribute to this effect. This article takes an unbiased look at research investigating the use of garlic in lowering cholesterol. While much of the evidence has been positive, the results remain far from consistent. Matthew Leete / Digital Vision / Getty Images Allicin, a sulfur-based compound found in garlic, is attributed to the cholesterol-lowering effects. Even so, the exactmechanism of actionremains under debate....