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October 8, 2025/Brain & Nervous System

What’s a Wine Headache?

… impact your health:Histamines: Wine typically contains histamines, which the fermentation process naturally produces. Histamines can cause inflammation that can trigger a headache, as well as a stuffy nose, sneezing and itching. Red wine tends …

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December 11, 2024/Ear, Nose & Throat

How To Steer Clear of Swimmer’s Ear

… normally inhabit the skin and ear canal multiply in warm, wet conditions and cause irritation, infection or inflammation. Occasionally, a fungal infection causes the same result.“The ear canal is dark and warm, so if …

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February 5, 2025/Orthopaedics

Ice vs. Heat: Which Is Better for Your Pain?

… medicine physician Anne Rex, DO. That’s because the chill constricts blood vessels to numb pain, relieve inflammation and limit bruising.“Ice wins to shut down swelling, inflammation and pain early on,” says Dr. Rex …

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January 30, 2025/Nutrition

When Should I Take Probiotics for Best Results?

You’ve decided to give probiotics a try. But you quickly learned choosing one of these supplements wasn’t as simple as you thought. But after wading through all the different types, you’ve found …

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January 12, 2023/Exercise & Fitness

How Often Should You Work Out?

… your body, including your bones and heart. “Better cardiovascular health helps lower your blood pressure and decreases inflammation,” says Dr. Chicorelli. “Strengthening your bones also helps with osteoporosis.”Working out brings on brain-boosting benefits …

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October 18, 2021/Heart Health

Chest Pain in Young Athletes: When You Should Be Concerned

… increase the risk of viral and bacterial lung infections, which can result in either pneumonia or pleurisy, inflammation of the tissues that line the lungs and chest cavity. “The inflammation feels like a very sharp …

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5 Sinus Massage Techniques To Relieve Pressure and Promote Drainage

… re talking about applying some light pressure to certain regions of your face to help promote drainage.“Inflammation in your sinuses leads to a buildup of fluid that causes puffiness and pressure,” explains massage therapist …

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November 22, 2022/Women's Health

What Is Chasteberry, and What Can It Do?

Riding a hormone rollercoaster is no fun. Feeling cranky and out-of-sorts can happen whether you’re dealing with your menstrual cycle or long past those days. And for some, hormonal ups and downs …

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November 27, 2020/Heart Health

Why Sleep Apnea Raises Your Risk of Sudden Cardiac Death

Obstructive sleep apnea is common and linked to many medical problems. One common problem you may not be aware of is sudden cardiac arrest.“When you have obstructive sleep apnea, not only are you likely …

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January 5, 2023/Cancer Care & Prevention

Can Skin Cancer Make You Itch?

As skin cancer affects the largest organ in your body, you might assume that itchiness is a surefire symptom. But that may not always be the case.Overall, itchiness (medically known as pruritus) can develop …

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