The headline “7 medications that cause severe dementia and profound brain damage” is much too absolute. There are medications that can impair memory, attention, or thinking, particularly in older adults, and some medication classes have been associated with an increased risk of dementia with long-term exposure. But it is not accurate to say that seven …
The headline “Health Experts Issue New Warning About Magnesium Supplements — Especially for These Two High-Risk Groups” has a legitimate safety point, but the wording is more dramatic than the evidence. The two groups that deserve particular caution 1. People with reduced kidney function or kidney failure Your kidneys normally remove excess magnesium through urine. …
Drooling during sleep is common and often harmless, but frequent or suddenly increased drooling can sometimes be associated with an underlying problem. The headline “6 health conditions” shouldn’t be taken to mean that drooling automatically indicates disease. 6 possible reasons or conditions Nasal congestion or mouth breathing Colds, allergies, sinus problems, or a blocked nose …
That headline is incomplete and potentially misleading. Eating eggs in the morning does not automatically cause a particular health problem. For most people, eggs can be part of a balanced diet and provide protein, vitamins, and minerals. What matters more is how many eggs you eat, how they are prepared, and the rest of your …
Not drinking enough water can lead to dehydration, which happens when your body loses more fluid than it takes in. Mild dehydration is common, but significant dehydration can become dangerous. What can happen to your body? You become thirsty and develop a dry mouth Thirst is one of the body’s early signals that you need …
If you’re taking metoprolol, it’s useful to know which effects are expected and which need medical attention. Metoprolol is a beta blocker used for conditions including high blood pressure, abnormal heart rhythms, angina, and some heart conditions. 10 possible side effects Tiredness or fatigue — one of the more commonly reported effects. Dizziness or lightheadedness …
The headline “Pharmacist issues warning to anyone who takes Vitamin D” sounds alarming, but the real message is more specific: vitamin D is important, but taking excessive amounts—especially supplements—can be harmful. (ODS) What you should know Don’t automatically take high doses. For most adults, the tolerable upper intake level is 4,000 IU (100 micrograms) per …
The headline “If your creatinine is high, these 5 immediate steps can help fix it” is misleading if it suggests you can quickly normalize creatinine at home. High creatinine can result from dehydration, intense exercise, high muscle mass, creatine supplements, certain medicines, acute kidney injury, or chronic kidney disease. The right treatment depends on the …
If you’re referring to the headline “How to Release the Pinched Nerve in the Lumbar Area (Sciatica) — 2 Simple Ways to Get Rid of the Pain,” there’s an important caveat: you generally can’t physically “release” a pinched nerve with one exercise. Sciatica usually results from irritation or compression of a nerve root in the …
If you mean the headline “Think You’re Buying Real Honey?”, it’s usually referring to the problem of adulterated or mislabeled honey. How to choose genuine honey Check the label: Look for honey as the only ingredient. Avoid products containing added glucose syrup, corn syrup, sugar syrup, or other sweeteners. Be skeptical of dramatic “purity tests”: …
