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Low A1C and Diabetes

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Your A1C is largely a reflection of your lifestyle habits and the accuracy of your insulin doses if you take them, says Jones.Chris Szoke, NP, CDCES, a nurse practitioner and diabetes specialist based in Tucson, Arizona, says that if you have diabetes and experience regular low blood sugar, you need to check in with your healthcare providers. “This is...

Egg Beaters Recalled for Possible Contamination With Bleach Ingredient

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Monroe Hammond joined Everyday Health in 2021 and now runs the news desk as an editor. They received a master’s degree from the Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY, as well as a bachelor’s degree in film and media studies from Emory University in Atlanta.Hammond has written and edited explainers on a number of health and wellness topics,...

Prostate Cancer With Bone Metastases: Answers to Your Questions

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Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight by eating a balanced diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains and staying physically active can help your overall health. These lifestyle changes can also have a positive effect on bone metastases, Tagawa says. “Both diet and exercise,” he says, “are things that are under direct control.”A healthy lifestyle can...

Atrial Fibrillation Raises Dementia Risk, Especially Early-Onset Dementia

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“While afib is a modest predictor of dementia in the general population, its impact is particularly significant in younger individuals and in early-onset dementia,” says lead study author Julián Rodriguez García, MD, PhD, a cardiologist with the electrophysiology and arrhythmia department of the Bellvitge University Hospital in Barcelona, Spain.“These findings highlight the importance of early detection and management of afib,”...

How to Prevent Chafing

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Prep your body before exercise by applying anti-chafing sticks, balms, or creams to the areas of your body that are most prone to friction, such as your inner thighs, underarms, nipples, or bra line. These products help create a protective barrier that reduces skin-on-skin or fabric-on-skin rubbing, says Lal.“These anti-chafing sticks and creams repel sweat and water. They keep...

What Is Gastritis?

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Gastritis is when your stomach lining becomes inflamed. Many people with gastritis don’t have symptoms. Among those who do, symptoms can include nausea , vomiting, bloating , indigestion, or heartburn . This common condition can be acute (meaning it has a sudden onset) or chronic (meaning it develops gradually). In either case, there are many treatment options for gastritis,...

How to Buy the Healthiest Yogurt

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Traditional YogurtTraditional yogurt is made by introducing “live cultures,” aka bacteria, to milk so they can convert the lactose, or sugars, into lactic acid, explains Janette Marsac, RDN, LCSW, a New York City-based registered dietitian nutritionist. It’s unstrained, and can be made from skim, low-fat, or whole milk. Since it’s not strained of excess liquid, traditional yogurt tends to...

Hydration Tips for Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms

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Beth Biggee, MD, is medical director and an integrative rheumatologist at Rheumission, a virtual integrative rheumatology practice for people residing in California and Pennsylvania. This first-of-its-kind company offers whole person autoimmune care by a team of integrative rheumatologists, lifestyle medicine practitioners, autoimmune dietitians, psychologists, and care coordinators.Dr. Biggee also works as a healthcare wellness consultant for Synergy Wellness Center in...

How to Prevent Blood Clots in Pregnancy

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Even though pregnancy puts you at higher risk for DVT, you can take steps to protect yourself from blood clots. Above all, talk to your provider about your symptoms as much as you need to. When it comes to protecting yourself from DVT, no question is too small.Be Aware of Your Risk FactorsThe more prepared you are, the better...

What Is the A1C Test for Diabetes?

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An A1C test, also known as a hemoglobin A1C or HbA1C test, is a simple blood test that estimates your average blood sugar levels over the last three months. People who don’t have diabetes may be given this test at a wellness visit to screen for prediabetes or diabetes. People who have diabetes may use an A1C test to...