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How to Know If You Have Type 2 Diabetes — And How to Reverse It
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 32 million Americans have type 2 diabetes, a condition in which the body’s cells have become resistant to the effects of insulin. But how do you know if you have type 2 diabetes? First off, let’s nail down what type 2 diabetes is. Since insulin…
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5 Home Remedies For Depression to Try Before Taking Medication
Persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness, loss of interest in normal activities, unexplained pain, fatigue, and insomnia are all symptoms of depression, a mood disorder that impacts 20 million American adults. Talk therapy can help, but doctors often prescribe antidepressants that can cause constipation, dizziness, and weight gain. Before shelling out for meds, consider one…
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Diabetes Might Begin 20 Years Before Diagnosis, Study Says — Here’s How to Stop It in Its Tracks
Learning you have type 2 diabetes can be a big shock for a lot of people. But according to new research, early signs of the condition can be found more than 20 years before the diagnosis. While this may seem a bit unnerving, there is good news: If you find out you have prediabetes ahead…
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This Simple Technique Can Help Get Your Smell and Taste Back After Covid-19
Of all the many potential Covid-19 symptoms, loss of smell and taste are two of the most common. They’re also often the earliest indicators someone is infected — and can last long after a person feels better. This has understandably left a lot of folks wondering if there is anything they can do to finally enjoy…
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This Fish Oil Alternative Can Prevent Heart Disease, Reduce Inflammation, and Protect Your Vision
When it comes to getting those extra healthy fats in your diet, fish oil supplements have long reigned supreme. Now, however, algae oil is gaining steam on the market. Not only could it have similar, if not more, benefits than fish oil, it’s also a great alternative for people who can’t consume fish oil due…
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Which Common Cold Remedies Actually Work?
Common cold remedies are certainly not hard to come by. From over-the-counter meds to old wives’ tales, common cold treatments come in many different shapes and forms. But with so many options out there, it’s easy to get confused about which are truly the best treatments for the common cold (a viral infection of your…
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3 Simple Ways to Relieve Unexpected Menopause Symptoms
Anyone who’s suffered through a hot flash knows it’s easy to find a friend to commiserate, but finding a doctor to help isn’t always as simple. In a recent survey of medical residents from 20 programs, including gynecology, only seven percent said they felt prepared to manage women in menopause. That means even OB-GYNs may…
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Millionaires on How Much Money Equals Happiness
Can money buy happiness? It’s an age-old question that, at one point or another, everyone has probably asked themselves. After all, who knows how much money is needed to truly live within their own means. Many people think about how much money they need to buy a house, get the car they want, afford having…
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The Top 4 Public Places Where COVID-19 is Spreading, According to New Study
As COVID-19 cases continue to rise in a number of states, we’re all doing our best to stay safe and healthy. And now, new research tells us that there are a few specific public locations we may want to avoid in order to help slow the spread. According to a new study published in the…
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Another Important Reason You Need to Take a Vacation This Summer
Just in time for summer! We’ve known for a long time that going on a vacation can help us feel rested, relaxed, and recharged when we get back to “the real world.” Now, new research shows that it’s actually good for your heart health, too. A June 2019 study published in Psychology & Health, analyzed…