Also known as ocular dominance, eye dominance can be determined using a self-administered home. This information can be helpful when playing sports, taking photos, and aiming at a target. This article describes how to test your eye dominance. Illustration by Tara Anand for Verywell Health It also explains why eye dominance matters and when it is useful to know which eye is dominant. One common test used is known as theMiles Test....
Are What I Eat In a Day Videos Healthy? Sharp says she loves watching the videos for meal or recipe inspiration. But what she doesnt like them forand what she warns younger viewers against using them foris making comparisons. TikTok / Verywell People’s fascination with what other people are eating is a little voyeuristic, Sharp says. It has a hint of disordered eating kind of flavor to it. But the science of nutrition doesnt work like that, she says....
Reserving your bed as a sleep-only space can be a powerful strategy to break your insomnia cycle. What is Insomnia? Insomniais a common sleep disorder characterized by trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting quality sleep. Vladimir Godnik / Getty Images This can lead to impaired functioning and sleepiness during the day. Why Get Out of Bed When you’ve got the option to’t Sleep? If you cannot fall asleep after 15 to 20 minutes, try getting up....
According to the U.S. government, about 100 people receive transplanted organs each day.That’s the good news. Organ recipients and the families of donors and recipients find satisfaction in both the giving and receiving. The following questions and answers may help you make those decisions for yourself. drbueller / Getty Images How Does Illness or Age Affect the Ability to Donate Organs? There is no maximum age for organ donation. It’s true that some infectious diseases will cause the transplant decision-makers to reject a patient as a donor....
But there are ways to prepare for that transition and offset the risk of the worst health outcomes. Eating a balanced diet can slow down natural weight gain, thereby reducing the risk of obesity and diabetes. And regularly exercising to strengthen muscles and bones fortifies the body against osteoporosis and imbalanced body composition. Illustration by Tara Anand for Verywell Health Do you better Balance Your Hormones? Hormonal changes are thehallmark of the menopause transition....
A Rare Childhood Seizure Disorder Doose syndrome is a rare seizure disorder that begins during early childhood. This condition is also called myoclonic astatic epilepsy and myoclonic atonic epilepsy. Doose syndrome is considered a throw in of generalized epilepsy. kupicoo / Getty Images The seizures of Doose syndrome may be difficult to manage with medication. As children reach adolescence or adulthood, they may improve, and treatment might not be required anymore....
The problems may be directly related to physical harm, or may even be mental or emotional. Knowing the dos and don’ts may give you the confidence you need. Many patients love visitors, but some just don’t feel up to it. JGI / Tom Grill / Getty Images Do the patient the courtesy of asking permission. Do wash or sanitize your hands.Do this before you touch the patient or hand the patient something....
What Is Douching? Douchingis the act of cleaning the vagina. It is not external cleaning of the vulva. Takao Onozato / Aflo / Getty Images Douching involves internal cleansing of the vagina itself. People from different cultures use different techniques and products to douche. Some use plain water, others water and vinegar. Still, others employ variousantisepticsor other solutions. Douching may involve simply rinsing with the cleaning liquid. It could also include forcing liquid at high pressure into the vagina using a bag or other unit....
She added that further studies are needed to investigate how black tea might benefit health. However, to truly determine whether black tea helps expand lifespan, randomized controlled trials are needed. Tewksbury said that the caffeine in black tea could be a “drawback” for heart health. knape / Getty Images. As with any food or drink, the answer to whether black tea is healthy is more nuanced. And the sugar and fat content might only reflect a fraction of someone’s overall dietary pattern....
Can drinking coffee actually stunt the growth of children or teenagers? How does coffee or other caffeine consumption affect height? Caffeine is a stimulant. Tetra Images / Brand X Pictures / Getty Images It is found in soda pop, coffee, tea, energy drinks, and chocolate in varying amounts. When consumed, it has a half-life for 3-7 hours. This may vary somewhat based on an individuals metabolism and tolerance. It may cause increased alertness,insomnia, anxiety, jitteriness, and heart palpitations....
Researchers at the University of Coimbra in Portugal analyzed 85 studies worldwide examining coffees impact on health. Why Might Coffee Extend Healthspan? These includepolyphenols, which are linked to reducing inflammation and regulating insulin production. andreswd / Getty Images Genetic factors also influence the extent of coffees health benefits. Some people may experience the effects of coffee more quickly, Cunha said. Does Brewing Method Matter? How Much Coffee Should You Drink? Two to three cups of coffee per day seems to have some health benefits, Kilgore said....
natashamam / Getty Images Adding turmeric to carrot juice can help reduce inflammation and support your immune system. For everyone else, taking a shot of this nutrient-packed juice could have a number of health benefits. Carrots Are an Immune-Booster Carrots are rich in alpha-carotene andbeta-carotene, antioxidants the body converts tovitamin A. natashamam / Getty Images But thats not all carrots have to offer. Research suggests beta-carotene helps protect cells from oxidative stress....
Consult with your oncologist and consider the potential side effects The experience ofchemotherapycan be different for everyone. Some people may feel fine afterward, while others may feel very sick. It’s good to remember that chemotherapy is a medical treatment that can be mentally and physically draining. BSIP / Getty Images Read on to find out more about the topic of driving yourself home after chemotherapy. These vision changes can seriously impact your driving ability....
