Cholesterol: 5 “Warning Signs” That It’s Too High (1/2) The important fact is that high cholesterol usually causes no symptoms at all. You generally can’t tell from how you feel whether your cholesterol is elevated; a blood test is needed. Some physical findings can occur with very high or inherited cholesterol, but they aren’t reliable …
“New Method: Colonoscopy Will No Longer Be Invasive” — What Does This Mean? That headline is misleading if it suggests traditional colonoscopy has been eliminated. Several less-invasive colorectal screening methods already exist, but they don’t completely replace conventional colonoscopy. Methods you may be hearing about CT colonography (“virtual colonoscopy”) — Uses CT scans to look …
The Kitchen Habit Many People Overlook: Should You Keep a Towel on the Oven Door? A kitchen towel hanging from an oven door can look convenient, but it’s not necessarily a good habit. The main issue isn’t that the towel has a special benefit—it’s that towels can become contaminated or create a fire and burn …
The Kitchen Habit Many People Overlook: Should You Keep a Towel on the Oven Door? A kitchen towel hanging from an oven door can look convenient, but it’s not necessarily a good habit. The main issue isn’t that the towel has a special benefit—it’s that towels can become contaminated or create a fire and burn …
High Blood Pressure & High Cholesterol: 3 Morning Habits to Avoid If you have high blood pressure or high cholesterol, your overall daily habits matter much more than a particular morning routine. Still, a few common habits can work against cardiovascular health. 1. Starting the day with a high-sodium breakfast 🧂 Processed meats, instant foods, …
“A Month Before a Heart Attack”: 6 Signs You Should Know The idea that your body always gives a warning exactly one month before a heart attack isn’t medically accurate. Heart attacks can occur suddenly, sometimes without obvious warning symptoms. However, some people do experience symptoms in the days or weeks beforehand. Six symptoms worth …
If Your Veins Are Suddenly More Visible, Here’s What It Can Mean Visible veins are often completely normal. They can become more noticeable because of genetics, lower body fat, exercise, warm temperatures, aging, or naturally thinner skin. Common reasons Thin or aging skin: Skin becomes thinner with age, making superficial veins easier to see. Exercise: …
From 60 Onward: 5 Often-Overlooked Areas to Keep Clean As we age, skin can become thinner and drier, mobility may decrease, and some areas can become harder to reach. Good hygiene remains important, but scrubbing harder or washing excessively isn’t healthier—gentle cleaning is usually best. 1. Behind the ears 👂 Oil, sweat, skin flakes, and …
What Happens When You Take Fish Oil for 90 Days? Fish oil supplements provide the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. Taking them for about three months can change omega-3 levels in your body, but the effects depend on the dose, diet, and your health. 7 things you may notice Your EPA and DHA levels …
“Be Your Own Dentist!” — What You Can Safely Do About Tartar Be careful with the idea of removing tartar yourself. Plaque can be removed at home, but once plaque hardens into tartar (calculus), brushing and ordinary flossing generally can’t remove it safely. What you can do at home Brush twice a day for about …
