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Researchers have linked this antioxidant to reduced inflammation, improved heart health, and potential protection against certain cancers. Many people prefer it to coffee due to the less dramatic jolt of energy it provides. The combination of caffeine and L-theanine supports short-term attention and cognition. Catherine Falls Commercial / Getty Images you might make matcha at home by mixing matcha powder into hot water or milk. Though black tea does contain caffeine, it has less caffeine than one cup of coffee....

At least 1.7 million Americans develop sepsis each year, and 350,000 die from it. Sepsis takes a life every two minutes. Sepsis happens when the body responds improperly to an infection, Yu added. Kateryna Kon / Science Photo Library / Getty Images It can cause widespread inflammation that leads to organ failure, and potentially death if not treated immediately. Early treatment of sepsis with antibiotics, and sometimes oxygen, improves the chances for survival, Yu said....

If you are taking metoprolol, it’s important to be aware of potential drug interactions. This is not a comprehensive list of all drugs that may interact with metoprolol. Consult your healthcare provider before combining metoprolol with an MAOI. Getty Images /Bloomberg/ Contributor In many cases, your provider will not even prescribe this combination together. If they do decide to prescribe both drugs, you will need to watch for potential side effects....

Despite the fact that most people have heard of cholesterol, there are still many cholesterol myths floating around. The Facts:There are several types of cholesterol. LDL can stick to the walls of your blood vessels. Chinnapong / E+ / Getty Images Plus This buildup, called plaque, can increase your risk for heart disease and stroke. However, you also have high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, which is the good punch in. HDL absorbs cholesterol and brings it to the liver, where it is processed....

Nail Care Do’s 1. Start by trimming and filing your nails. Cut straight across the nail before using a file to slightly curve the edges. Suriyawut Suriya / Getting Images This helps keep nails strong and minimizes the chances of damage or snags. Moisturizing is especially necessary in certain circumstances, like when the air is dry and after removing nail polish. Experts recommend trying a cream or lotion containing lanolin oralpha hydroxy acids(AHAs)....

Several natural remedies may offer relief from hot flashes. Talk to a healthcare provider before starting any new supplements to ensure they’re safe for you. That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says. Ivan Stojmenovic / EyeEm / Getty Images Avoid Triggers For some people, certain foods or drinks may trigger hot flashes or make them worse. Acupuncture Acupuncture is a treatment in which practitioners use very thin needles to stimulate specific points in the body....

Olga Rolenko / Getty Images Neuropathyis a debilitating pop in of pain brought on by injury or damage tonerves. Some supplements may help manage neuropathic pain. Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant supplements may reduce nerve damage and improve symptoms of neuropathy. Hospitalized older woman in glasses taking medication.Olga Rolenko / Getty Images However, whether research supports the use of these supplements for neuropathy is not well established. Acetyl-L-Carnitine Acetyl-L-carnitineis a naturally occurringamino acid....

If youve just been diagnosed withceliac disease, you likely have many questions. Here are eight you might want to ask your healthcare provider. Maskot / Getty Images How Bad Was Your Intestinal Damage? Maskot / Getty Images Damage doesnt always correlate withceliac symptomsbut could correlate with nutritional deficiencies and other health risks. Should You Be Tested for Nutritional Deficiencies? Your healthcare provider might consider testing to determine if youre deficient in specific nutrients....

Many people can safely enjoy orange juice every day in moderation. A small glass provides healthy nutrients without too much sugar or calories. Orange juice has several health benefits. Jokic / Getty Images Antioxidants have been linked to improved immunity and heart health. A diet rich in antioxidants may lower the risk of diabetes and cancer. Oranges and orange juice contain the antioxidants ascorbic acid,flavonoids, and carotenoids. Supports Your Immune System...

Could you be allergic to your contact lens solution? If you developred eyeswhile wearingcontact lenses, consider it a warning sign. A contact lens may seem small and harmless. Verywell / Brianna Gilmartin But keep in mind that it is an object resting on the surface of your eye. However, there are many conditions that can cause increased eye redness while wearing contacts. Keep reading to learn the top eight reasons why your contacts may be causing red eyes....

Promotes Digestive Health Figs contain nutrients and beneficial compounds that cansupport digestive health. One animal study showed that fig extract consumption helped lower blood pressure. While these preliminary results are promising, additional human research is needed. c11yg / Getty Images The rich fiber content in figs also likely slows the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream. May Slow Cancer Growth Some initial findings show that figs' antioxidants work toward stoppingcancer cellsfrom growing and spreading....

Once the injured blood vessel heals, the body dissolves the clot naturally. AndreyPopov / Getty Images 1. This swellingknown asedemais because of a blood clot blocking blood flow through the blood vessel. AndreyPopov / Getty Images Increased pressure from the clogged vein causes blood to back up into nearby tissues. A blood clot within aleg or arm arterycan also occur. The limb is deprived of oxygen-rich blood, which causes deep, cramping muscle pain....

Frequent Food Cravings Cravings and hunger are two different things. Hunger is the absence of fullness or having an empty stomach. Cravings are when you have an intense desire to eat a certain food. Westend61 / Getty Images They may occur even when you arent hungry or have just eaten. For example, you crave cookies despite having eaten a complete, filling meal. However, with food addiction, this happens more than occasionally....