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Maskot / Getty Images Biohacking is a buzzword taking over the wellness industry. It involves making small lifestyle changes to improve overall health and longevity. This practice has even reached Kardashian-level fame. Maskot / Getty Images The show describes him as the most well-known longevity specialist. Biohacking has found an audience among people who are hyper-fixated on controllinghow their bodies age. The philosophy boils down to a simple goal: avoiding aging....

Some follow the diet because they haveceliac diseaseand others believe it’s better for their body. The research is unclear on whether avoiding gluten can help you lose weight. This article explains the research on a gluten-free weight loss diet for those with and without celiac disease. Westend61 / Getty Images It also explores whether going gluten-free benefits your overall health. What Is a Gluten-Free Diet? Other people follow a gluten-free diet because they’re sensitive to gluten....

Stretch marksare a common and possibly unwelcome result of changes in your body. For some teens and pre-teens, they appear following a sudden growth spurt. Maintaining a stable weight and taking care of your skin may help reduce or prevent significant stretch marks. Michael Heim / EyeEm / Getty Images However, some factors like heredity and hormonal changes are out of your control. Can Lasers Remove Stretch Marks? Unfortunately, no, lasers will notremoveyour stretch marks....

you could find carbs in bread, pasta, fruit, certain vegetables, and foods with added sugar. What Are the Basics? The premise of alow-carb dietis restricting the amount of carbohydrates in your daily diet. HAKINMHAN / Getty Images Carbs are your body’s primary source of energy. A low-carb diet intends to support better weight management, blood sugar control, and overall metabolic health. Examples There have been many variations of the low-carb diet over the years....

An Anti-Inflammatory Migraine Diet Several diets have been investigated for their role in the management of migraines. One of the diets most closely examined is the anti-inflammatory diet. This meal plan consists of primarily plant-based foods that reduce inflammation in the body. Photo Composite by Amelia Manley for Verywell Health; Getty Images Researchers have suggested that by reducing inflammation, you may be able to reduce migraine frequency. Studies have suggested that migraine frequency may be reduced by following an anti-inflammatory diet....

It may decrease pain frommigraineswhenover-the-counter (OTC) pain relieversor other treatments have not provided relief. The injections can be effective for headaches, but there are side effects to be aware of. The injection may also contain corticosteroid or other anti-inflammatory medication to help relieve swelling that surrounds the nerves. Peter Dazeley / Getty Images The procedure takes only a few minutes to complete. The local anesthetics may cause numbness for a few hours, but should not cause any noticeable problems....

Rashescaused by thefluare uncommon but possible. The rash appears red in lighter skin tones and purple in darker skin tones. Other types of viral infections can also present with rashes. Guido Mieth / Getty Images When a flu rash develops, it typically does so on the face and torso. The primary flu treatment of rest and fluids is typically suggested for all symptoms, including rash. Since rashes can develop due to many health conditions and diseases, knowing what is causing yours is essential....

Riding a roller coaster can be an exhilarating, carefree experience. But it can pose health risks, including a slim risk of stroke that is worth noting. For the most part, healthy individuals can expect to be safe on a well-designed roller coaster. Jono Searle / Stringer / Getty Images However, there have been cases of adults and young people who have hadlife-threatening strokesafter riding these rides. This article discusses how roller coasters can cause stroke and what signs you should be aware of....

Ascalp massageis known for its ability to provide relaxation. Some research also supports its use to improvehair growth. A scalp massage can be done at home using your hands or a scalp massage tool. Valeriia Sviridova / 500px / Getty Images Valeriia Sviridova / 500px / Getty Images Does a Scalp Massage Help Hair Growth? There is limited research to support scalpmassagefor hair growth. Two studies do show the beneficial effects of massage....

What Is a Service Dog? Psychiatric service dogs are working animals that do tasks for their owners. Service dogs for anxiety are trained specifically to help people with mental health conditions in their daily lives. Verywell / Hilary Allison Only dogs and miniature horses are approved by the ADA to be service animals. No other animal can be a service animal. Service Dog vs. Emotional Support Animal A service dog for anxiety is not the same as an emotional support animal....

Most sinus infections are caused byviruses, but a small number are triggered by bacteria. Only bacterial sinus infections benefit from antibiotic treatment, but there are other symptom-relieving treatments for viral sinus infections. ProfessionalStudioImages / Getty Images When Can a Sinus Infection Go Away on Its Own? ProfessionalStudioImages / Getty Images There is no cure for a viral sinus infection. For many people, it’s suitable to allow bacterial sinus infections to run their course....

That probably contributed to what is sometimes known as the hidden epidemic ofasymptomatic STIs. Because many STIs have no symptoms, the only way to detect them is through testing. When people aren’t tested regularly, they can spread STIs to their partners without even knowing it. Science Photo Library / Getty Images Urine testing makes it easier for people to undergo STI testing as part of their regular medical care. Note, however, that STI testing is still not a standard part of most annual exams....

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) and constipation are common issues that can occur together. Though UTIs don’t directly cause constipation, researchers have found many links between these conditions. milorad kravic / Getty Images Why Are UTIs and Constipation Related? milorad kravic / Getty Images Constipation affects thecolon, the final section of the lower intestine, which is close to the urinary tract. UTIs and constipation often occur alongside specific comorbidities, including diabetes andchronic kidney disease (CKD)....