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Vestibular Migraine Diet

Apr 27, 2023 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · General Health

If you’ve ever suffered from headaches, you’re well aware how disruptive they can be. When they strike, they might inconvenience an hour, wipe out an entire day, or in cases of migraine, especially vestibular migraine, they can negatively impact quality of life. More than 17 percent of women and nearly … Read More

Can a POTS Diet Relieve Symptoms?

Apr 25, 2023 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · General Health

Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, or POTS, is a frustrating condition that can disrupt and negatively impact the quality of daily life. The normal, everyday movement of simply standing up triggers rapid heart rate, dizziness, or a drop in blood pressure that usually resolve upon laying down. Although the cause isn’t … Read More

Should I Take a Beet Supplement?

Apr 25, 2023 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · General Health

Beet, or beetroot, supplements are gaining quite a following for a number of apparent health benefits, including increased energy, improved physical performance, and reductions in blood pressure. Because they’re made from beets, the colorful root vegetables rich in nutrients and powerful health-promoting plant compounds, beet supplements may be a desirable … Read More

Bone Spurs on the Spine

Mar 30, 2023 · Chris Iliades, MD · General Health

The medical term for a bone spur is an osteophyte, which means bone growth. Bone spurs can occur at the edges of bones, especially where they come in contact with other bones called joints. They can form on the edges of joints in your hands or feet, you may be … Read More

Swollen Lymph Nodes in Your Neck: What You Need to Know

Mar 30, 2023 · Chris Iliades, MD · General Health

There are about 600 lymph nodes in your body, and most of them are located in your neck. A lymph node is part of your body’s defense system. A body fluid that comes out of your blood, called lymph, runs through your lymph nodes. The job of the lymph node … Read More

What Are the Dangers of Erythritol?

Mar 30, 2023 · Chris Iliades, MD · General Health

Erythritol is a natural sugar substitute made by fermenting corn, called a sugar alcohol. Other sugar alcohols are sorbitol and xylitol. Because they are all natural, the FDA does not consider them to be food additives. Other artificial sweeteners like aspartame and saccharine are made from chemicals in a laboratory. … Read More

man exercising and recovering from a stroke

How Long Is Stroke Recovery?

Mar 29, 2023 · Chris Iliades, MD · General Health

According to the Mayo Clinic, stroke recovery can include recovery of movement, speech, swallowing, strength, emotional health, and the basic activities of daily living. Stroke recovery begins in the hospital and continues at a stroke rehab facility or at home with outpatient therapy. The exact type of therapy is different … Read More

How to Get Caffeine Out of Your System

Mar 29, 2023 · Chris Iliades, MD · General Health

According to the National Library of Medicine, caffeine is the number one stimulant used by people around the World. A little caffeine can make you more alert and less tired. Too much caffeine can make you irritable and shaky. Although coffee is the main source of too much caffeine, a … Read More

How to Fix a Droopy Eyelid

Mar 27, 2023 · Chris Iliades, MD · General Health

Droopy upper eyelids that occur with age affect both eyes. Your eyelids themselves don’t really droop. The skin above your eyelids gets loose and droops over your lids. As you age your skin loses fat and elasticity, becoming thin and saggy. Because the skin of your eyelids is some of … Read More

Living with Dementia Means Having a Greater Fall Risk

Feb 26, 2023 · UHN Staff · General Health

For any older adult, falls are a major cause of injury and disability. And for individuals with dementia, fall risks may be especially high. In a study published recently in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association, researchers found that older adults with dementia have twice the risk … Read More

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