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August 7, 2019/Nutrition

7 Sneaky Signs of an Unhealthy Diet

… choose foods such as walnuts, flaxseed, fish oil and wild salmon.You have digestive discomfortBoth diarrhea and constipation can surface if you aren’t eating enough fiber. Unfortunately, the majority of Americans fall short of …

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October 12, 2022/Digestive

What To Do if You Have Rectal Bleeding (With or Without Pain)

… blood on your toilet tissue or in the toilet, the factors that may point to hemorrhoids include:Constipation.Diarrhea.Low-fiber diet.Heavy lifting.Hard stools.Anal fissures. If there are tears in the tissue …

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June 19, 2023/Women's Health

Do Uterine Fibroids Make You Gain Weight?

… bleeding during your period.Bleeding between your periods.Pelvic pain, discomfort and pressure.Pain during sex.Bloating.Constipation.Frequent urination.Fatigue.Can uterine fibroids make your stomach bulge?Yes.“Especially with larger fibroids or a …

Keto diet and your heart
December 30, 2021/Heart Health

Is the Keto Diet Heart-Healthy?

… of starting the keto diet, beware of certain side effects, like:Nausea and vomiting.Fatigue.Lightheadedness/dizziness.Constipation.“Because there is no consensus on exactly what the diet includes, this leaves the door open to …

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May 11, 2022/Digestive

How Often and How Long Should It Take You to Poop?

… movements. Water helps keep food moving through your digestive system and keeps it soft. You may experience constipation if you’re dehydrated. Approximately 64 ounces (or 2 liters) of water per day is recommended.Another …

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March 21, 2023/Nutrition

Are You Taking Too Many Calcium Supplements?

… these symptoms can all potentially point to the condition:Bone painHeadachesFatigue and lethargyFrequent urination and thirstNausea, vomiting, constipation and/or loss of appetiteMuscle aches, weakness or crampingKidney stonesMemory problems, confusion, irritability and depressionCardiac symptoms like …

Weight Loss: What 30 Days on the Keto Diet Felt Like
January 22, 2018/Nutrition

What 30 Days on the Keto Diet Feels Like

… transitioned away from a whole-grain and bean-based fiber diet, I developed a bad bout of constipation and had to up my intake of non-starchy vegetables.It was also hard to stick with …

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March 18, 2025/Nutrition

The Many Benefits of Chia Seeds

Although chia seeds are small, these mighty seeds are among the best seeds to eat. Some people even call them a superfood. “Few foods pack such a nutritional punch,” says registered dietitian Kayla Kopp, RD …

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January 31, 2025/Urinary & Kidney Health

Why Do You Need to Pee as Soon as You Get Home?

You’ve been out running errands all morning, and now you have to pee. Like, you really have to pee. You barely make it home without bursting. But as you put your key in the …

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April 1, 2022/Digestive

5 Simple Ways To Prevent Hemorrhoids

If you have hemorrhoids, you have plenty of treatment options at your disposal. But if you have hemorrhoids, you’d probably advise others to avoid getting them in the first place.Hemorrhoids — swollen, inflamed venous …

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