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Can this common spice help to manage diabetes? Cinnamon at a Glance Cinnamon is sourced from the inner bark of theCinnamomumtree. The quills are sold as is or ground into a fine powder. Matthew O’Shea / Getty Images Both forms are easy to find on grocery store shelves and anywhere spices and cooking ingredients are sold. The other variety of cinnamon, cassia, is used to flavor most food products. The distinctive flavor and aroma of cinnamon come from an essential oil called cinnamaldehyde....

Circuit training is a workout that involves rotating through various exercises targeting different parts of the body. This article provides an overview of circuit training, examples of exercises, and tips on getting started. Oscar Wong What Is Circuit Training? Oscar Wong Circuit training refers to how a workout routine is structured rather than a specific throw in of exercise. How Do You Circuit Train? Effective circuit training workouts include exercises that target cardiovascular endurance and upper and lower body strengthening....

When you havecirrhosis, what you eat and drink each day is especially important. Unfortunately, existing scarring from cirrhosis cannot be reversed. Diet, then, is a key way to minimize complications and keep it from getting worse. Verywell / JR Bee If you have liver disease, know that the recommendations for protein intake vary. The influence of protein on liver disease is somewhat controversial and still being studied. Someone in the early stages of liver disease (compensated phase) usually doesnt have any symptoms....

That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says. Getty Images /Penpak Ngamsathain What Are the Uses of Cissus quadrangularis? Cissus quadrangularishas a long and varied usage in alternative medicine practices, includingAyurveda. Getty Images /Penpak Ngamsathain It has been used to treat: Proponents believe thatCissus quadrangularisis a plant with many uses and benefits. Yet, scientific evidence for thisis limited, with very few well-structured human trials available. Although much has been learned aboutCissus quadrangularisthrough such research, more human studies must be performed....

Citrucel (methylcellulose fiber) and Metamucil (psyllium fiber) are popular over-the-counter (OTC)fiber supplements. Both are classified asbulk-forming laxativesused to relieve occasional bouts ofconstipation. The two contain different active ingredients: Metamucil contains psyllium fiber, while Citrucel contains methylcellulose fiber. Jeff Greenberg / Getty Images Both are considered natural fiber types, and both options can effectively ease constipation. People also take Metamucil or Citrucel to boost theirfiber intake. However, not all fiber supplements are proven to relieve constipation....

What They Mean and When to See a Doctor Knee clicking afterknee replacement surgeryis common. Some people describe it as a clicking or clunking sound when they walk. In general, knee replacement clicking does not indicate a problem. sturti / Getty Images This article discuss knee replacement clicking. Usually, a little reassurance that nothing harmful is taking place is all that is needed in these situations. Determining the source of the noise is something your surgeon can help you with....

Those infectious diseasesand many othershave at some point been aggravated by climate change, a new study found. Researchers are urgingaggressive actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissionsin order to rein in their disastrous impact on human health. That is way above what we thought we would find when we started this study. Shifts in wildlife habitats due to rising temperatures are a major contributor to the spread of disease. Climate hazards dont just stop at aggravating vector-borne diseases....

How can you make these as comfortable as possible? What is climate line heated tubing and how might it be useful for CPAP machine treatment of sleep apnea? You may have heard of climate line tubing as a new comfort feature, but what is it? Brandon Peters, M.D. Is it available with your machine? It is included in the latest S9 unit and is meant to improve the experience of using CPAP....

The difference between clinical and non-clinical jobs is fairly simple. Some clinical professions are behind the scenes, such as laboratory professionals whose work supports diagnosis and treatment. Clinical roles often require certification or licensing. Blend Images / ERproductions Ltd / Brand X Pictures / Getty Images Some non-clinical workers do interact with patients but do not actually provide medical care. Clinical roles range from physicians and nurses to surgical assistants and allied health professionals....

The most common cause of cloggedarteriesisatherosclerosis, which isplaque buildupin the arteries. Lifestyle factors, such as diet and smoking, can lead to atherosclerosis. Blockages in the arteries of the heart are among the most serious because they can causeheart attacks. Verywell / Theresa Chiechi Blockages in the arteries of the brain or neck can causestrokes. However, arterial blockages can strike anywhere. The symptoms of clogged arteries depend on where the blockage occurs and which body part is affected....

The unresolved link between bowel inflammation and the immune system People withankylosing spondylitismay also experience problems with their digestion. Its thought that ankylosing spondylitis is associated with particular genes. This article will cover the bowel symptoms and problems connected to ankylosing spondylitis. Ivan Pantic / Getty Images This inflammation can be acute (sudden) or chronic (long-lasting). It can cause many symptoms or could be part of another disease process. Of those, about 70% had chronic diarrhea....

Current antipsychotic medications block dopamine receptors to help manage hallucinations, delusions, and other symptoms of schizophrenia. Cobenfy targets a different neurotransmitter to indirectly influence dopamine levels. Previously called KarXT, Cobenfy is taken twice daily as a pill. Illustration by Zoe Hansen for Verywell Health Historically, medicines approved to treat schizophrenia have relied on the same primary pathways in the brain. By leveraging a novel pathway, Cobenfy offers a new option to manage this challenging condition....

Coconut cream is a thick, flavorful cream that comes from coconuts. It often serves as a dairy-free alternative in keto and vegan recipes. The rich-tasting cream adds texture to snacks and desserts. vaaseenaa / Getty Images you’re free to also use it in smoothies, soups, dips, or sauces. vaaseenaa / Getty Images What Is Coconut Cream? Coconut cream is a plant-based food made fromcoconut milk. It has a rich coconut flavor....