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The main ingredient, glyphosate, is linked to non-Hodgkin lymphoma Roundup is linked to cancer. Specifically, the herbicidal ingredientglyphosateseems to increase the risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma in humans. Credit: boonchai wedmakawand / Getty Images What Is Roundup? Credit:boonchai wedmakawand / Getty Images Roundup is a very popular herbicideor weed killerthat is most commonly used in agriculture. It is used along with crops that are genetically modified (GMO). Human Exposure Human exposure to glyphosate has increased significantly since it was first used....

Serrapeptase,sometimes calledserratiopeptidase, is a supplement taken orally to help decrease inflammation. It is anenzymederived from the intestinal bacteria of silkworms. Others claim it relieves upper-respiratory symptoms such as sinusitis. Verywell / Getty Images That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says. No supplement is intended to treat, cure, or prevent disease. Researchers believe that serrapeptase works by facilitating the drainage of fluid that can build up during inflammation....

And what is the risk with vaping? Cigarette smoking can cause certain types of acne. “It is also linked to an acne-like condition known as acne inversa, which can irreversible damage. fuzznails / Getty Images Chemicals in tobacco smoke can damage the skin in the same way they do other organs of the body. This article explains how smoking and acne are linked. It also explores whether e-cigarettes (vaping) can contribute to acne outbreaks....

Stevia is a natural sugar substitute made from the leaves of the stevia plant. It has been used in South America since the 16th century to sweeten tea and other beverages. However, this hasn’t always been the case. HandmadePictures/Getty Images Still, concern that stevia is unsafe and may cause cancer still exists. This article will discuss the current research on stevia and examine any potential links to cancer. Stevia leaves are estimated to be 150400 times sweeter than sugar....

This means some supplement products may not contain what their labels claim. However, some products that contain stevia, in addition to other ingredients, may raiseblood sugar. For example, many stevia products sold in stores contain additional ingredients, including bulking agents and other sweeteners. Roberto Machado Noa / Contributor / Getty Images Dextrose,maltodextrin, and sugar alcohols like xylitol anderythritolare common ingredients added to stevia products. Although stevia does not raise blood sugar, the ingredientdextrose, for example, does....

Stresshas been associated with acne breakouts. Acneis a skin condition because of blocked hair follicles under the skin. stock_colors / Getty Images What Does Stress Acne Look Like? stock_colors / Getty Images Does Stress Cause Acne? Stress can worsen acne, and acne outbreaks can lead toemotional stress. Stress can cause the body to produce more androgen hormones. The body’sstress responsecan impact skin barrier function, wound healing, and susceptibility to skin infection....

But does sugar really cause or worsen ADHD symptoms? The science suggests it does not. There is no evidence that sugar cancauseADHD. Pekic / E+ / Getty Images Studies have released conflicting results and none is conclusive. The studies that show a correlation indicate that more research is needed to confirm their results. It’s likely because much of the so-called evidence comes from caregiver observation, which can be unreliable. The stimulation from the environment may be more likely the cause of the hyperactivity than the extra sugar....

A sugar headache can occur whenblood sugar is too high, like after overeating candy. These headaches commonly affect individuals withdiabetes, but they can also occur in people without the condition. Regulating your blood sugar can help prevent these and other symptoms. Verywell / Joules Garcia However, if you have severe or long-lastingsugar-related headaches, be sure to talk to your healthcare provider. This article discusses how high and low blood sugar levels might cause headaches and other symptoms....

Sugar can raise your blood pressure, along with increasing the risk ofobesityanddiabetes. However, sugar is also responsible for high blood pressure and a leading cause of it. Sugar consumption, therefore, leads to specific impacts that can contribute to hypertension. Illustration by Danie Drankwalter for Verywell Health What Are Advanced Glycation End Products? Advanced glycation end products (AGEs) are potentially harmful compounds that exist in the body and in foods. They are formed when protein or fat combine with sugar....

urbazon / Getty Images The calories the sweat glands burn to make sweat are minimal. Do You Burn Calories Sweating Without Exercise? Does Sweating With Exercise Mean You Are Burning More Calories? urbazon / Getty Images So, sweating with exercise generally reflects that you are burning more calories. But all signs of intense exercise are highly individualized, including sweat. Research also shows that an individual’s degree of sweating can change with conditioning and exercise....

You should talk to your healthcare provider about any additional risk factors and concerns before using Unisom. fizkes / Getty Images What Is Unisom? Unisom belongs to a class of drugs calledantihistamines, which are primarily used to treat allergy symptoms. fizkes / Getty Images There are different Unisom products available, which vary by their active ingredients. Doxylamine can also be combined with vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) to treat morning sickness. The combined medications are especially helpful if you experience persistent nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, known ashyperemesis gravidarum....

MarsBars / Getty Image Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays many vital roles in your body. One of the best ways to get vitamin D is through sunlight. What Research Says Research has not found that vitamin D supplements change skin tone. MarsBars / Getty Image However, skin tone may affect vitamin D levels. Your skin tone may change how your body absorbs vitamin D through sun exposure....

Hypertension (high blood pressure)means that blood flows through your arteries at higher-than-normal pressure. If left untreated, hypertension can cause complications such as heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. Hypertension affects nearly half of adults in the United States. Sarah Mason / Getty Images What Is Blood Pressure? Medication to reduce blood pressure may also be needed. Some people also use supplements and other natural remedies to help manage blood pressure....