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People react to caffeine differently, so it helps some but hurts others Does caffeine help headaches? After drinkingcoffee, some people get aheadache, while others use caffeine to treatmigraines. Scientists dont quite know whycaffeinehelps headaches in some people but makes them worse in others. FG Trade/Getty Images Headachesoccur when nerves in the head, neck, or face become irritated. They send signals to the brain when this happens, resulting in that familiar head pain....

There may be a connection between caffeine consumption and breast cancer risk, but experimental results are not consistent. Factors such as brewing methods and other preparation techniques contribute to the mixed research outcomes. About one in eight women will be diagnosed withbreast cancerat some point in their lifetime. Willie B. Thomas / Getty Images However, more research is needed to fully understand the connection. However, drinking 4 cups of coffee per day was associated with a 10% reduction for postmenopausal women....

Calcium D-glucarate supplements are made by combining calcium and glucaric acid. However, they contain little calcium and should not taken as a calcium supplement. Other names for it include D-glucaric acid salt, calcium glucarate, and calcium D-saccharate. Getty Images / ljubaphoto That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says. No supplement’s intended purpose is to treat, cure, or prevent disease. Calcium D-glucarate is sometimes marketed as helping to prevent or reduce cancer....

Fatigue and other symptoms typically arise with infections, too. Yet fever symptoms are associated with specific types of cancer,leukemiaandlymphomaamong them. This article defines what FUO is and some of its possible causes. Paul Bradbury / Getty Images It details why fever can be anearly symptomof leukemia and other cancers. FUO doesn’t automatically indicate cancer. There are more than 200 possible diagnoses associated with FUO, some of them quite rare. In up to 50% of FUO cases, the cause of fever is never found....

It also covers ways to prevent or treat constipation if you are managing and living with CD. SBenitez / Getty Images What Is Constipation? You have constipation if you have fewer than three bowel movements per week. SBenitez / Getty Images Occasional constipation happens to many people, but constipation is consideredchronicif you’re constipated for three months or longer. How Does Celiac Disease Make You Constipated? The targets are tiny, finger-like projections calledvillithat line the entire length of thesmall intestine....

The toothpaste is made fromactivated charcoal, which is made by heating charcoal with gas. The heating process opens up the pores of the charcoal, which allows it to trap chemicals. In fact, in the developed world, activated charcoal is the most commonly usedpoison controltreatment. Verywell / Theresa Chiechi That’s because activated charcoal binds to toxins in the gastrointestinal tract, preventing their absorption. But, does activated charcoal toothpaste work, and is it safe for everyday use?...

Brands say its like a workout for your facebut researchers arent convinced. In fact, overdoing it could make your jaw look wider or more square instead of defined. Thats why some people see changes and others dont. Westend61 / Getty Images What the Science Says Chewing gum can strengthen themasticatory musclesthe muscles that help you chew. But while these muscles may get stronger, that doesnt mean your jawline will become sharper or more defined....

Swishingcoconut oilin your mouth (oil pulling) is anecdotally said to help whiten teeth. Santiago Urquijo/ Getty Images Coconut Oil for Teeth Whitening: Does It Work? How does coconut oil whiten teeth, and does it work? Santiago Urquijo/ Getty Images However, research does not fully support this claim. There are two main types of coconut oil: refined and unrefined (also called virgin or cold-pressed). When it comes to oil pulling, selecting an unrefined coconut oil option is likely the better choice....

Although some people report a worsening ofeczema symptomsafter drinking coffee, the research supporting such claims is mixed. AegeanBlue / Getty Images Can Coffee Cause Eczema to Flare Up? Or, the trigger may not be the coffee bean but rather the stimulant effects of caffeine. AegeanBlue / Getty Images However, in some study participants, the very act of drinking hot coffee had the opposite effect. Allergy as a Cause With respect to allergies, coffee allergies are exceptionally rare....

Collagen also helps make up proteins (such as keratin) that form hair, nails, and skin. Addressing these factors can help your body optimize its natural collagen production. What Research Is Available? Farion_O / Getty Images There was a small and unbalanced sample size. The study was short-term, limited to 12 weeks. The study’s authors were employees of the company that commercialized the product. Collagen Types and Hair app Collagen supplements and products containing collagen are available....

This means some supplement products may not contain what the label says. This loading dose can help people achieve their fitness goals quickly. As more water is retained, it can cause an increase in total body water, resulting in bloating. Jacob Wackerhausen / Getty Images How Creatine Bloating Feels and Looks Creatine bloating occurs whenwater is retainedin muscles. Your stomach may feel full or tight. It can also causeabdominal distension(an abnormally swollen abdomen)....

It can also be annoying enough to interfere with your daily life. It can also signalprediabetes, which can lead to punch in 2 diabetes. Summary Itching is a common symptom of diabetes. Tharakorn / Getty Images It can be due to dry skin, poor circulation that leads to diabetic neuropathy, or yeast infections. 2021;10(12):1332. doi:10.3390/biology10121332 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Diabetes and your skin. doi:10.7759/cureus.13407 American Diabetes Association.Diabetes and skin complications....

Diverticulitisdoesn’t affect thelife expectancyof most people with the condition. While complications from diverticulitis can be fatal, this outcome is not common. Diverticular diseaseis a common condition, especially in people over age 60. F.J. Jimenez / Getty Images Diverticulosis is the presence of bulges or pouches called diverticula in the lining of the colon. If they become inflamed, however, they cause a condition known as diverticulitis. This can lead to abdominal pain, constipation and/or diarrhea, and, in some cases, bleeding....