“For some people with psoriasis who are considering dating, the presence of the rash can be a concern, depending on its extent and location,” says David Pisetsky, MD, professor of medicine and immunology at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina. “If you have a lot of psoriasis in highly visible places, it can affect your mood and confidence,” he says. “On the other hand, psoriasis may be limited and may even be hard to see....

Offices, schools, and entertainment venues across the country have reopened their doors completely after several months of pandemic-related closures and precautions. For many, in-person meetings, dinner parties, and events (from fun runs to baby showers and weddings) are back on the table. At the same time, anxiety levels remain high for many, as vaccination rates have stagnated in the United States, breakthrough COVID-19 cases among fully vaccinated individuals make headlines, and a potential threat of new variants — including the latest, omicron — lingers....

Corn Nutrition Facts Corn is considered a starch, says Scott Keatley, RDN, of Keatley Medical Nutrition Therapy in New York City. “It’s a high-energy carbohydrate,” he says. There are several ways you can enjoy corn — fresh on or off the cob, frozen, or canned. Macronutrients in Corn Here’s the macronutrient makeup for one cup of fresh, raw yellow sweet corn, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA): Carbs in corn 27 grams (g)Net carbs in corn 24 g...

According to a report published in February in the Wall Street Journal, several health apps have been sharing personal data with Facebook without users’ knowledge. “Health apps and trackers may be silently siphoning personal data — food preferences, body weight, sleep data, heart rhythm, steps taken, menstrual cycles, as well as vital signs — and transferring this data to entities such as Facebook without your knowledge or permission,” says Robert Glatter, MD, a physician in the department of emergency medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City....

Each pint technically contains three servings, but the company recognizes how tough it is to quit eating ice cream after only 2/3 cup (the amount recommended by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration), so it promotes the calories in the entire pint in big, bold numbers on the outside of many varieties. And the number is generally not frightening, even for calorie counters: Most pints of Halo Top clock in at less than 360 calories....

Either way, you should schedule a doctor’s visit to find out whether you have GERD or an ulcer. Both ulcers and GERD can be treated with the help of a gastroenterologist. Ulcer or GERD: Stomach Discomfort The two conditions are actually different, even if they make you feel equally miserable. By some estimates, one in five people experience heartburn at least weekly. Stomach discomfort can easily have a negative effect on your life, leading to:...

But within weeks, Chong, a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, had set aside her juicer and returned to eating full fruits and vegetables instead. Now, she hardly uses the device at all. Anna Simos, CDE, MPH, manager of the diabetes education and prevention program at Stanford Health Care in California, agrees with Chong. “Regardless of whether you have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, juicing concentrates the fruits,” Simos explains....

But kefir has even more going for it. It’s a fermented beverage, which means it’s loaded with good-for-your-gut probiotics. Here, learn more about kefir, its history, how it became a trendy item, and the health benefits it may offer. What Is Kefir And Why Have I Been Hearing About It So Much? Kefir is a fermented milk drink that can be made from any type of milk — goat, cow, coconut, rice, soy, sheep, you name it....

It’s important to know the signs of diarrhea in both adults and children, and when it’s time to see a doctor. Bloody stoolsVomitingFever and chillsLight-headedness and dizziness Diarrhea can lead to dehydration and malabsorption, each of which have their own symptoms. A visit to the doctor for diarrhea will consist of a physical examination and a full medical history, including a review of your medication. A physician will also carefully feel your abdomen and may perform a rectal exam....

RELATED: Can Chlorophyll Drops Help You Lose Weight, Fight Cancer, and More? What Exactly Is Fulvic Acid? Fulvic acid (FvA) is formed when microbes in the soil break down old plant material, says Robin Foroutan, RDN, an integrative medicine dietitian in Queens, New York, and spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. “It’s high in plant-derived minerals, carbon molecules, and antioxidants,” says Foroutan. It is often offered in combination with humic acids, such as the drops used by Jenner, as it works as a “binder,” she explains....

After attending biweekly 60-minute low-intensity Zoom fitness classes at six-week increments, participants improved physically and became more socially active, say researchers at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City. RELATED: What’s Your Arthritis Lifestyle Type? 6-Week Remote Program Improved Mobility, Pain, Stiffness, Other Symptoms Out of the 355 people assessed (among a total of 6,779 participants), 161 self-reported a musculoskeletal condition. Affecting the joints, bones, or muscles, musculoskeletal conditions include inflammatory arthritis and other chronic conditions associated with pain, functional limitations, and disability....

You should consider taking a break from lifting weights as long as your bursitis is active and painful. After you heal you could gradually start weight lifting again, but there is no guarantee that the bursitis will not recur. Aside from (subacromial) bursitis, shoulder problems related to sports and trauma include bicipital tendonitis, rotator cuff tear, impingement syndrome, and acromioclavicular arthritis. You may want to consult a sports medicine specialist (usually an orthopedist or a rheumatologist) about lifting weights....

Your doctor will probably recommend that you take a drug to help prevent a malaria infection, known as prophylaxis. If you develop malaria in spite of taking prophylaxis, your treatment will be different from what’s usually given to people with malaria who didn’t take preventive drugs. Treatment for malaria typically involves a combination of drugs to kill the disease-causing parasite. Your treatment will depend on what type of malaria you have, where you acquired the infection, and your health status, including any other drugs you take or medication allergies you have....

Initial symptoms of malaria usually begin a few days to several weeks after exposure to the parasite, but they can also appear up to a year later. Malaria is classified as either uncomplicated or severe. Severe or complicated malaria is a medical emergency that requires aggressive treatment. In most cases, malaria can be cured if it’s diagnosed and treated quickly, according to established medical guidelines. (1) Incubation Period Malaria has a delayed onset from time of exposure, known as an incubation period, that’s usually 7 to 30 days long....

And when you have rheumatoid arthritis (RA), symptoms like joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and even fatigue can make it more difficult to complete everyday tasks. The good news: There are steps you can take to help ease your RA symptoms while going about your day-to-day life. Try these five simple modifications to help make these daily duties easier on your joints. Carrying your purse Lugging too much stuff around can tax your joints, increasing pain, inflammation, and discomfort caused by RA....

“Fear of side effects should never prevent a patient from getting treatment for depression,” emphasizes psychiatrist Susan G. Kornstein, MD, a professor of psychiatry and obstetrics/gynecology and executive director of the Institute for Women’s Health at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond. “Untreated depression causes much more distress and impairment in functioning, not to mention the risk of suicide.” Many researchers also believe that untreated depression, even if it subsides, leaves you vulnerable to a relapse much sooner than you might experience with SSRI treatment....

While at one time considered exotic, mango fruit is now available in most supermarkets and is a common ingredient in many dishes, owing to its popular flavor and versatility — it’s delicious sliced, chopped, pureed, juiced, and even roasted. Here is everything you need to know about mangoes, including their nutrition content and health benefits, plus more ways to enjoy eating them. Bolstered immunity “Mangoes are high in immune-boosting vitamin C,” says Nicole Stefanow, RDN, a culinary registered dietitian in the greater New York City area....

As is often the case with massage and arthritis, “it helps [provide] a little more mobility and relief from pain,” Wallace says, adding that “it can also help with stress, anxiety, and depression.” It may also help improve flexibility due to increased blood circulation, according to the Spondylitis Association of America (SAA). Joint stiffness can often cause you to assume uncomfortable postures and positions, which leads to overuse and strain of the muscles, explains Jonathan S....

That’s a good question, and the answer is heartening too: Just because your physician prescribes blood pressure medication doesn’t mean you have to take it forever. Although most people find that taking antihypertensive medication helps to control their blood pressure with relatively few serious side effects, once your blood pressure is under control you may be able to lower the dosage or stop taking the medication altogether by adopting and maintaining a healthy lifestyle....

In a study published in November 2020 in JAMA Network Open, researchers found that women who ate a Mediterranean (MED)-style diet, rich in healthy fats, fruits, and vegetables, had a 30 percent lower rate of type 2 diabetes incidence compared with women who did not. The new research included an examination of several mechanisms at work in the body to try to identify differences between the MED-like diet group and the normal diet group that could lead to the reduced risk in developing the disease....