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Do I Have a Cold or the Flu? Discover the Difference in Symptoms

Figuring out if you have a cold vs the flu can be tricky. Compare body aches, fever, fatigue and more to determine if intense influenza or bad cold.

Quiz: Am I Too Sick to Go to Work? Signs You Need a Sick Day

Feeling awful but unsure if you're too sick for work? Take this quiz to decide if you should stay home and recover. Look for symptoms like fever, fatigue, infection, nausea.

Alkaline Keto Fusion - Blending Dietary Approaches

This article explores the concept of an alkaline ketogenic diet. It provides an overview of alkaline and keto diet principles and details a cookbook fusing the two approaches.

How to Identify and Avoid Eating Rotten Papaya

Learn how to spot signs of rotten papaya like wrinkled skin, soft spots, mold, and off odors. Identify different stages of papaya rot with pictures. Prevent illness by properly storing papaya.

Enjoy Hispanic Foods Safely with These Simple Substitutions

Love Latin cuisine but have digestive issues? Try these tips for tweaking traditional recipes to be gut-friendly. With smart swaps, you can keep enjoying the flavors you love.

An Overview of Cold Water Therapy and Its Health Benefits

This article explores forms of cold water therapy including cold showers, baths, ice baths, and cold plunges. It covers physiological responses, safety tips, and physical and mental health benefits.

Man Hits Face on Side of Pool - Dangers and Safety Tips

Hitting your face on the side of a pool can cause severe injuries like fractures, cuts, lost teeth and eye damage. Learn about causes, first aid, recovery and preventing repeats.

Constipation Before Period: Causes and Home Remedies

Many women experience constipation before their period due to hormonal fluctuations. Learn what causes premenstrual constipation and how to find relief through diet, lifestyle changes, and medications.

Suicide Prevention Resources and Hotlines

If you or a loved one are having thoughts of suicide or an emotional crisis, get help immediately. Call hotlines 24/7, speak to a professional, or dial 911.

Using Vaseline to Treat and Soothe Seborrheic Dermatitis

Vaseline can be an effective home treatment for managing seborrheic dermatitis symptoms. It helps lock in moisture, prevent drying and protect skin.

Does Hydrafacial Help With Acne? Benefits, Risks and Expert Tips

Discover if Hydrafacial can help fight acne. Learn how it works, pros and cons, who should get it, and tips for maximizing results when combined with other treatments.

Can You Use Hyaluronic Acid and Azelaic Acid Together?

Hyaluronic acid and azelaic acid are incredibly effective skincare ingredients. Learn how layering a hyaluronic serum and azelaic acid cream can provide amplified and complementary benefits for skin.

Bad Breath Smells Like Poop - Causes and Treatments

Unpleasant fecal odor on the breath is an embarrassing problem signaling health issues. Learn what causes bad breath smelling like poop and how to treat it.

Pictures of Blood Blisters on Feet: Causes, Treatment & Prevention

Blood blisters are common on feet due to friction and pressure. See pictures, learn what causes them, when to seek care, and get prevention and treatment tips.

Treating and Preventing Blood Blisters on Your Feet

Learn what causes blood blisters on feet and how to treat them properly at home. Get tips to help prevent blisters from podiatrists and when to seek medical care.

Do Sunglasses Block Blue Light? Their Effectiveness

Can sunglasses protect against blue light overexposure? Learn how different lens materials, tints, treatments filter high-energy blue light and reduce digital eye strain.

Eat Right For Your Blood Type App Review: Does It Work?

The Eat Right app offers diet and meal plans based on your blood type A, B, AB or O. Learn if this popular nutrition program provides valid health benefits.

Alka-Seltzer vs DayQuil - Which Works Better for Colds & Flu?

Alka-Seltzer and DayQuil both relieve common cold & flu aches, pains, and stuffiness. But they have key differences in ingredients, uses, side effects and interactions.

DVT Bed Rest Duration: When Can You Increase Activity?

Doctors typically recommend 1-2 weeks strict bed rest for DVT treatment before slowly raising activity levels. But what signs say it's safe to end complete rest sooner?

Role of Diet in Managing Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms and Progression

No evidence proves that special diets cure MS, but eating a balanced diet high in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins and whole grains may help manage symptoms.

Are Costly OneSkin Serums Really Worth Buying?

OneSkin sells premium anti-aging serums with hyaluronic acid costing $200+ per ounce. But are these formulations worth their high price for fighting wrinkles and dryness?

Guide to Identifying and Treating Venomous Spider Bites in Woods

Learn how to identify dangerous wood spiders like brown recluses and black widows. Recognize spider bite symptoms and get first aid tips in case you are bitten.

Embracing Uncertainty: Why the Future Lies in the Unknown

Rather than resist it, there are benefits to accepting uncertainty as the norm and developing resilience in the face of it for greater wellbeing.

What Happens If You Miss an Insulin Dose? Effects of Forgetting and Skipping Doses

Missing or skipping insulin doses can lead to serious short-term and long-term complications. Learn what happens when you forget to take insulin and how to get back on track.