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The foods in your fridge and pantry sometimes last longer than you think. Infant formula is an exception You should always follow the expiration date for infant formula. It is the only food product with an expiration date regulated by the FDA. All infant formula should be thrown away after that date. Illustration by Mira Norian for Verywell Health Heavy creamis a tricky one. Some dairies will use ultra-high processing to allow the cream to last longer....

So is it that bad if you skip using your face cream? Genetics can also play a critical role in determining how your skin manages without added moisture. But if you have combination or dry skin, moisturizing is all the more important in the colder months. Photo Illustration by Amelia Manley for Verywell Health; Getty Images Indoor heating can also make things worse because it reduces humidity, she said. Some moisturizers containing these ingredients might actually dry out your skin rather than hydrate it....

What Are Feminine Washes? The vagina is essentially self-cleaning. Is It Safe to Use Feminine Washes? Anatoliy Sadovskiy/Getty This can lead to irritation, inflammation, and even allergic reactions. This is incorrect and can lead to internalized body shame. We need to be conscious of how we can normalize this. A vulva does not need to smell like a bouquet of roses. Irritation and Other Side Effects Feminine washes can cause side effects like allergic reactions or infections....

gmast3r/Getty Key Takeaways When was the last time you needed to whip out yourCOVID-19 vaccinationcard? Chances are you probably dont rememberand youre not the only one. You also probably had it out along with your ID when you were traveling. gmast3r/Getty Is there any reason to even hold onto the physical proof that youve been vaccinated? Heres what experts say about whether to toss or keep your COVID vaccine card....

This quick guide to DIY skin peels will help you get started. The middle layer, the dermis, is the thickest of the three skin layers. A breakdown of collagen is one of the reasons skin develops fine lines and wrinkles with age. Jose Luis Pelaez Inc / Blend Images / Getty Images One thing glycolic acid does is promote collagen growth in the upper dermis. Glycolic acid is an exfoliant as well....

According to ourexclusive survey, one in three Black Americans report having experienced racism while seeking medical care. According to aVerywell survey, one in three Black Americans have experienced racism while navigating the U.S. healthcare system. Racism damages the Black health experience by influencing the entire health journey. Verywell / Photo Illustration by Julie Bang Here’s what they had to say. Separate Fact from Fiction A key step in reducing health inequities is to tailor patient communication appropriately....

This approval makes Ozempic the first GLP-1 treatment for patients with both conditions. Chronic kidney disease is common in people with diabetes. About one in three adults with diabetes have kidney disease, known asdiabetic kidney disease. Steve Christo - Corbis / Getty Images The expanded approval was based on findings from a Phase 3 trial that lasted 3.4 years. The participants also had slower rates of kidney decline and were less likely to die from heart problems....

Adderall is the brand name for a stimulant medication made with the chemicals dextroamphetamine and amphetamine. artisteer / Getty Images How Does Adderall Cause Irritability and Anger? Adderall is a stimulant medication. artisteer / Getty Images In other words, it helps people feel alert and energetic. For most people, Adderall helps with ADHD-related emotional responses. Tolerance is when a higher dose of a drug is needed to achieve the same effect....

The most common symptom of bacterial vaginosis is a fishy foul-smelling discharge. Bacterial vaginosis does not cause bumps, rashes, or lesions (sores). This article reviews symptoms, similar conditions, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of bacterial vaginosis. FatCamera / Getty images Bacterial Vaginosis Symptoms Some women dont realize they have bacterial vaginosis because they do not have symptoms. For others,symptomsmay be intermittent (come and go). Vaginitisis an inflammation of the vagina that causes vaginal discharge or irritation....

They also contain antioxidants that reduce inflammation and protect cells from damage. About 36% of people turn to complementary and alternative medicine to lower blood pressure. Sutthiwat Srikhrueadam / Getty Images Do Doctors Recommend Beet Juice for High Blood Pressure? Sutthiwat Srikhrueadam / Getty Images Beet juice provides many health benefits, but whether you should drink it daily depends on many factors. A healthcare provider may recommend drinking beet juice forhigh blood pressurebecause it contains high levels ofnitrates....

Lamictal(lamotrigine) is an anti-epileptic drug and mood stabilizer. This article discusses the interaction between hormonal birth control and Lamictal and other birth control methods to consider. It was later discovered that this is due to the estrogen in combined hormonal contraceptives. SDI Productions / Getty Images This may mean adjusting the Lamictal dose once, rather than throughout the menstrual cycle. These alternative options may allow for both medications to remain effective without requiring concentration monitoring or dosage adjustments....

Long-term side effects of birth control pills can occur, though their use is generally considered safe. However, there may be an increased risk ofblood clotsandbreast cancer. It will help you to better understand the long-term side effects of birth control pills. Pelucco / Getty Images There are two main types of oral contraceptives, with each presenting different risks. For example, the widely usedlevonorgestrelhas been associated with the lowest riskofblood clotsof all combination birth control pills....

That includes coffee, tea, soda, energy drinks, and hot chocolate. Meanwhile, about 55 million Americans are believed to have osteoporosis or low bone density. For calcium to do its job of maintaining your bone health, your body first has to absorb it. Catherine Falls Commercial / Getty Images How Much Is Too Much? So far, research suggests that only high levels of caffeine consumption are a problem. But whats considered high?...