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Don’t Believe Online Claims for Pot’s ‘Benefits’

Don’t Believe Online Claims for Pot’s ‘Benefits’

Latest Chronic Pain News THURSDAY, Jan. 2, 2020 (HealthDay News) — A lot of the dope you read online about the benefits of marijiuana is just hooey, but it can influence attitudes and actions, researchers say. Looking at tens of thousands of pot-related posts on Twitter, researchers saw a lot of bogus health claims that […]

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Gene Therapy May Be Long-Term Cure for Type of Hemophilia

Gene Therapy May Be Long-Term Cure for Type of Hemophilia

Latest Chronic Pain News By Dennis ThompsonHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Jan. 2, 2020 (HealthDay News) — A new gene therapy appears to serve as a functional cure for the most common type of hemophilia, early clinical trial results indicate. Patients who received the one-time intravenous therapy continue to have a more than 90% decrease in bleeding […]

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Health Tip: Allergic Reaction First Aid

Latest Allergies News (HealthDay News) — Allergic reactions are sensitivities to allergens. From animal dander to foods, allergens may cause hives, itching, a rash and other symptoms. For a mild-to-moderate reaction, MedlinePlus mentions these first aid steps: Calm and reassure the person having the reaction. Try to identify the allergen and have the person avoid […]

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What to know about vasodilation

What to know about vasodilation

The term “vasodilation” refers to a widening of the blood vessels within the body. This occurs when the smooth muscles in the arteries and major veins relax. Vasodilation occurs naturally in response to low oxygen levels or increases in body temperature. Its purpose is to increase blood flow and oxygen delivery to parts of the […]

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How Does Missed Sleep Affect Your Appetite?

How Does Missed Sleep Affect Your Appetite?

Latest Sleep News By Len CanterHealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, Jan. 3, 2020 (HealthDay News) — If you need yet another health reason to get enough sleep, here’s one that may wake you up: Science shows that a loss of sleep can make you eat more. And that doesn’t mean healthful salads and green veggies. Studies have […]

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What is the Dr. Sebi diet, and does it work?

What is the Dr. Sebi diet, and does it work?

This controversial and strict plant-based diet was created by the late Dr. Sebi. Proponents claim that it reduces the risk of disease when coupled with specific supplements sold on the diet’s website. Dr. Sebi believed that mucus and acidity caused disease. He held that eating certain foods and avoiding others could detoxify the body, achieving […]

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A guide to 16:8 intermittent fasting

A guide to 16:8 intermittent fasting

16:8 intermittent fasting, which people sometimes call the 16:8 diet or 16:8 plan, is a popular type of fasting. People who follow this eating plan will fast for 16 hours a day and consume all of their calories during the remaining 8 hours. Suggested benefits of the 16:8 plan include weight loss and fat loss, […]

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Which is better: Bottled water or tap water?

Which is better: Bottled water or tap water?

With awareness of the environmental impact of plastic bottles increasing, more and more people are now questioning the advantages of tap water over bottled water. Some people may wonder which option is safer, or which tastes better. However, there are also a range of other factors to consider when choosing between bottled water and tap […]

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How to remove dead skin from the face

How to remove dead skin from the face

The skin naturally renews itself every 30 days or so. This process happens when the outer layer of the skin, or epidermis, sheds dead cells and replaces them with new ones. Dead skin cells shed through normal daily activities, such as pulling clothes on and off. A person is unaware when old skin cells fall […]

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Removing the core of a boil: What to know

Removing the core of a boil: What to know

A boil is a large, red, painful lump on the skin. It is a type of skin infection that develops around a hair follicle or oil gland. These infections occur when bacteria become trapped beneath the skin. Over time, a boil will develop a collection of pus in its center. This is known as the […]