Social media users often refer to seed oils as the Hateful Eight. But for many people, its hard to avoid seed oils. Consuming excessivesaturated fatcan raise levels of “bad” cholesterol, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke. dulezidar / Getty Images Even if you skip fast food altogether, steering clear of seed oils can be difficult. But do you even need to avoid seed oils to maintain a healthy diet?...
Sexually transmitted infections(STIs) are spread through sexual contact. Vaginal, oral, and anal sexual activities are the most common transmission route. However, other types of intimate contact, such as kissing, have spread STIs on rare occasions. istock Various pathogens cause STIs, including bacteria, viruses, and parasites. While some STIs are curable, some will remain in your body for life once you contract the infection. This article discusses curable and non-curable STIs....
They’re also calledfibroepithelial polyps(FPs) oracrochordons. This article covers what skin tags are, what patches can do, and how safe patches are. It also discusses alternative ways to remove skin tags. Ivan-balvan / Getty Images Ivan-balvan / Getty Images What Are Skin Tag Removal Patches? Skin tag removal patches are small patches that contain medication or herbal remedies. While this sounds like a convenient treatment, it is not recommended. Your dermatologist has several safer options for removing skin tags in the office....
They can also provide hydration and energy. However, not all smoothies are created equal, and the ingredients you use matter. What Makes a Smoothie “Good for You”? Kseniya Ovchinnikova / Getty Images When Are Smoothies “Unhealthy”? If one of your primary health goals is weight loss and management, drinking smoothies may be helpful. But it depends on what they’re made of and how much you’re relying on them overall. Should You Drink Smoothies Every Day?...
Microneedling may improve the skin’s appearance. But does microneedling work? Benefits range from skin tightening to reducing the appearance of acne scars. ReMa / Getty Images Wrinkles Microneedling lays down new collagen, elastin, and capillaries. This process results in skin tightening. Scars People sometimes use microneedling to address acne, injury, or surgical scars. It is also effective in people with darker skin tones. Acne scars may require four to six treatments spaced four to six weeks apart....
Ingredients in Listerine contain antibacterial, antioxidant, and antifungal properties. However, there are no official studies to back any claims about the benefits of a Listerine foot soak. How Does Listerine and Vinegar Cure Toenail Fungus? Jasmin Merdan / Getty Images There is little evidence that vinegar will cure a toenail fungus, but it may help. Research shows that vinegar slows the growth of some funguses includingCandida, the fungus responsible for athlete’s foot....
It’s usually done during sex to enhance pleasure. It is sometimes also called “prostate milking.” What Is the Purpose of Prostate Massage? Sebastian Kaulitzki / Science Photo Library This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing. Many people use prostate massage during sex. The prostate gland is located between the bladder and the root of the penis. What Conditions May Benefit From Prostate Massage? Certain prostate conditions may benefit from prostate massage, includingbenign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)andprostatitis....
Understanding the benefits of eating mostly “good” carbs can help you prioritize them in your diet. What Are Good Carbs? Your body digests simple carbs quickly, causing rapid blood-sugar spikes and crashes. Elena Noviello / Getty Images However, not all carbs are created equal. Holesh JE, Aslam S, Martin A.Physiology, carbohydrates. [Updated 2023 May 12]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan-. 2017 Oct 4;14(10):1174. doi:10.3390/ijerph14101174. 2023 Jun 30;11(7):1728....
A way to classify symptom progression Depression is a serious mental health condition with variable symptoms. Some people describe its progress in stages. However, there is no research to support depression in stages. FG Trade / Getty Images This article will discussdepressionand how some people have tried to develop stages of depression. It will also cover depression treatment and how to find help for someone experiencing depression symptoms. A 2017 essay suggests that depression should be broken up into stages....
When the thyroid is underactive, it doesn’t make adequate levels of thyroid hormones. An underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) can be brought on by medical conditions, most commonly byHashimoto’s thyroiditis. Because of this, psoriatic arthritis and thyroid problems frequently occur together. digitalskillet / Getty Images Treating hyperthyroidism often helps decrease the severity of skin-related psoriasis symptoms. Because of this, people with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis may be more likely to have an underactive thyroid....
Ventricular ectopyrefers to irregular heartbeats brought on by one of the heart’s two lowerchambers, called ventricles. In most cases, ventricular ectopy is not serious. This article discusses what ventricular ectopy is, its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. The Good Brigade / Getty Images The Good Brigade / Getty Images What Is Ventricular Ectopy? To understand ventricular ectopy, it’s helpful to consider theheart’s anatomy. The heart has four chambers. The two upper chambers are called the atria....
Its really fundamentally a call for more research, Wong said. Vitamin E supplements offer no protective benefits against cancer or cardiovascular disease, Wong explained. Wong emphasized that these recommendations were specifically made for non-pregnant adults. Tanja Ivanova / Getty Images A lot of this depends on your individual circumstances, he said. But Americans still spend billions of dollars each year on dietary supplements. People like something tangible when it comes to health....
Key Takeaways Myths abound when it comes to watermelon seeds. Are white seeds really safer to eat than black seeds? Is it best to stick to seedless watermelon? HUIZENG HU / Getty Images. Heres the truth: If you swallow some watermelon seeds, you should be absolutely fine. In fact, you may reap some health benefits. They are safe to eat and will pass through your body, as they are insoluble fiber....
