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Are you an excessive worrier? Perhaps you unconsciously think that if you “worry enough,” you can prevent bad things from happening. But the fact is, worrying can affect the body in ways that may surprise you. When worrying becomes excessive, it can lead to feelings of high anxiety and even cause you to be … Read more
What Is Tinnitus? Tinnitus (pronounced ti-NIGH-tus), or ringing in the ears, is the sensation of hearing ringing, buzzing, hissing, chirping, whistling, or other sounds. You may hear the noise all the time, or it may come and go, and it can vary in loudness. It may be in one ear or both. It’s often … Read more
If you’ve tried several treatments for your depression and aren’t seeing a change in your symptoms, you may have treatment-resistant depression (TRD). This means that standard depression treatments that work for most people don’t have the same effect on you. Research shows that about 30% of people with depression have TRD. If you have … Read more
What’s Causing Your Leg Pain? 1/ 15 Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) With this condition, your limbs — typically your legs — don’t get enough blood. It usually happens because your arteries have narrowed. Your legs may feel weak or numb or cramp when you walk. They might feel cold and be an odd … Read more
Physical Symptoms of Anxiety 1/ 12 Rapid Heartbeat When something scares you suddenly, like a loud noise, it triggers stress hormones (adrenaline, noradrenaline, cortisol) that make your heart beat faster and harder. You may feel like it’s beating unevenly (heart palpitations). Over time, if it happens too much, you’re more likely to have … Read more
Some people can’t face the day before their first cup of coffee. It turns out that your mug of joe might offer more benefits than just a morning jolt. Several studies suggest that coffee may lower a man’s odds of getting prostate cancer. The Connection In one study, men who drank 6 or more … Read more
Overview & Types Symptoms & Diagnosis Treatment Living With Related Conditions Type 2 Diabetes Type 1 Diabetes Gestational Diabetes Appointment Prep View Full Guide 12 Ways Too Much Sugar Harms Your Body 1/ 15 The Bitter Side of Sugar Sugar is sweet, but too much of it can sour your health. Whole foods … Read more
Overview GI Track Disorders Sign & Symptoms Tests & Diagnosis Treatment Appointment Prep View Full Guide How to Keep Your Gallbladder Happy 1/ 15 Don’t Skip Meals Your gallbladder releases bile each time you eat. When you skip meals, those bile juices build up. This raises the cholesterol levels in your gallbladder. Over … Read more
The Health Benefits of Watermelon 1/ 15 Loaded With Lycopene The cheery red color comes from lycopene, an antioxidant. Studies show it may help curb your risk of cancer and diabetes as part of a healthy lifestyle. Watermelon has more of this nutrient than any other fruit or veggie — even tomatoes. To … Read more
Electronic cigarettes were originally designed as a healthier alternative to traditional cigarettes. But it turns out smoking e-cigarettes — commonly known as vaping — has its own risks. In August 2019, the CDC began tracking cases of severe lung problems in people who vape. Thousands had lung damage that needed treatment in hospitals, and … Read more
