Katherine Streeter for NPR Katherine Streeter for NPR Sarah Edrie says she was about 33 when she started to occasionally get a sudden, hot, prickly feeling that radiated into her neck and face, leaving her flushed and breathless. “Sometimes I would sweat. And my heart …
A group of researchers has brought the idea of food as a medicine one step closer. They have identified certain common foodstuffs that alter our microbiome. In science today, food and gut bacteria are two topics that are guaranteed to fuel interest and debate. Both, …
School lunch rules may be getting more flexible. Tetra Images/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Tetra Images/Getty Images School lunch rules may be getting more flexible. Tetra Images/Getty Images The U.S. Department of Agriculture has proposed new rules for school meals aimed at giving administrators …
The following are some potential causes of dry mouth at night. Natural variation in saliva production According to an article in the journal Compendium, a person’s salivary glands typically produce less saliva at night. As a result, some people may notice that their mouths feel …
For the most part, Medicare health coverage is sufficient. While this is true, it doesn’t cover everything. If you have chosen the Original Medicare plan, instead of the Medicare Advantage plan, then you have the ability to fill in some of the coverage gaps if …
Dental implants are artificial structures that a dental surgeon inserts into a person’s jawbone. A person may need an implant if they have lost one or more teeth. Keep reading to learn about the types of implants and associated risks. We also describe what to …
Easy, nutritious, and tasty, too, add this healthy salad to your weekday repertoire Whether you’re making a conscious effort to meal-prep for the coming week, or simply want to serve up a tasty and nutritious meal for the family to enjoy, this quinoa salad will …
From spending time in nature, to scheduling self-care, here’s why the Finns have got it nailed when it comes to cultivating happiness Image: iStock The World Happiness Report measures how happy people feel they are and why, and the Finns are regular chart-toppers. Sure, some …
It’s believed to boost energy, revive your sex life and ward off winter bugs. So does ginseng live up to its claims? Image: Shutterstock Today it’s a staple ingredient for energy-boosting blends at trendy juice bars, but in reality, the ginseng plant has been used …
Sepsis arises when the body overreacts to an infection, and blood vessels throughout the body become leaky. Researchers now estimate that about 11 million people worldwide died with sepsis in 2017 alone — that’s about 20% of all deaths. Medic Image/Universal Images Gr/Getty Images hide …
