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June 13, 2025/Infectious Disease

Is the Hygiene Hypothesis True or False?

We don’t fully understand how cleanliness impacts immune system development, but we do know that preventing illness is important

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June 13, 2025/Mental Health

An Introduction to Qigong

This traditional Chinese medicine practice may boost mental health, immune function, balance and more

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June 13, 2025/Digestive

Why You Should Avoid Colon Cleansing

It’s not an enema or bowel prep, and this colonic hydrotherapy can harm proper colon function

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Is Berberine Bad for Kidneys?

The supplement is OK for most people and may offer some potential benefits for kidney health

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Berberine vs. Metformin: Are They the Same?

One is a supplement, the other is a prescription medication — both may be useful in managing Type 2 diabetes, but one has more research

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June 9, 2025/Mental Health

Medical Gaslighting: 10 Signs To Watch For

Red flags include feeling unheard, unimportant or unwelcome in your provider’s office

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June 6, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

How Alopecia Areata Can Affect Your Mental Health

Take steps to reduce stress by practicing meditation, finding time to relax and maintaining a healthy lifestyle

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June 6, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

How Alopecia Areata Can Affect Your Nails

You may see pitting, brittleness or ridges in your fingernails and toenails

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June 6, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

Managing Alopecia Areata Eyebrow and Eyelash Loss

Your immune system may attack hair follicles anywhere on your body

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June 5, 2025/Eye Care

The Digital Distress of Blue Light and Its Effect on Your Eyes

Too much blue light, especially from digital sources, may lead to eye strain and computer vision syndrome

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