Letting go ofgriefis no easy task. Grief looks different for everyone, and finding your own methods and forms of grieving are important. Before it’s possible for you to let go of grief, you may spend ample time with it. Sollina Image s/ Getty Images Letting go of grief isn’t something that can be done in a few weeks. You may first allow yourself time to mourn, cry, anguish, and long for your loved one....
Green vegetables, especially leafy greens, are one of the healthiest things to include in your diet. They are packed withmicronutrients(vitamins and minerals) your body needs to prevent disease and maintain well-being. This article lists green vegetables, including ones you’re free to eat raw. Klaus Vedfelt / Getty Images It also discusses how the preparation method impacts green vegetables' nutrients and how to start eating more greens. Humans must obtain them from food because, aside from vitamin D, the body does not produce them....
Ghee is made by heating butter until the water evaporates and the milk solids separate. While ghee and butter share similar nutrients, ghee is a better choice for those withlactose intolerance. It can last for months at room temperature without spoiling. Stephen Gibson / EyeEm / Getty Images Butter is made by churning cream until the fat separates from the liquid, creating a semi-solid spread. Evidence suggests that ghee produces lessacrylamidethanvegetable oilswhen heated....
Regular oral hygiene, including periodic visits to the dentist, is the best means of prevention. Musketeer/Getty Images Symptoms Gingivitis is characterized by gum inflammation. Causes Gingivitis is most commonly triggered by bacterial plaque. Musketeer/Getty Images Some studies suggest that up to a third of cases involve genetic factors and tend to be more severe. Diagnosis Gingivitis is diagnosed with a comprehensivedental exam. The scores are then averaged to give each tooth a single score....
Gingivostomatitisis an inflammation of the gums and lips that manifests from an underlying cause. Since gingivostomatitis can be resulting from viruses or bacteria, it is considered highly contagious. Gingivostomatitis leads to painful sores and swelling of the gums. Jose Luis Pelaez Inc / Getty Images Although any person can develop gingivostomatitis, it is most commonly found in children under the age of 6. This article discusses gingivostomatitis symptoms, causes, and treatment....
Various conditions can causeglaucomaand require differenttreatment approaches. Surgery can target this serious eye condition in various ways. Learn here about the varying types of glaucoma and the surgical procedures that can work to counter them. Portra / Getty Images Trabeculoplasty Many people undergotrabeculoplastyfor open-angle glaucoma. As it doesn’t involve an incision, it is a non-surgical procedure. Trabeculoplasty is considered an appropriate first-line treatment in glaucoma and is often utilized before drops are even started....
How serious is it and should it be treated? Gleason score 6 is the lowest grade of prostate cancer. Gleason 6 prostate tumors grow slowly and may never cause a problemor even need treatment. Noel Hendrickson / Getty Images Still, they should be monitored. If results are suspect, your healthcare provider may recommend aprostate biopsythe only way to confirm the diagnosis. These samplesalso called coresare then sent to a pathologist so they can review each one under a microscope....
The document is freely accessible online without membership or password. The condition can causeexacerbations, which are sudden episodes of worsening symptoms. People who have COPD often experience recurrentlung infections. Verywell / Catherine Song Smoking and exposure to airborne toxins are the major risk factors for developing COPD. It is common to also have other serious medical problems along with COPD. Diagnosis The GOLD pocket guide provides direction regarding the diagnosis and classification of COPD....
A statement about the report attributed the uptick to inadequate immunization coverage. More than 22 million children did not receive a first dose of the two-dose measles vaccine last year. Measles was declared eliminated in the United States in 2000, but outbreaks have continued to crop up. Povorozniuk Liudmyla / Getty Images This is a disease where infections that are global quickly become local, Handy added. Why Measles Outbreaks Abroad Matter in the U....
This article discusses the symptoms, causes, treatment, and healthy ways to cope with glossophobia. Mikolette / Getty Images What Is Glossophobia? “Glossophobia” is the official term used to define a fear of public speaking. Mikolette / Getty Images It may sometimes also be referred to as public speaking anxiety. Symptoms of glossophobia typically include: Those with glossophobia may have other symptoms of social phobia, as well. These may occur before, during, or after a social situation....
This broad spectrum of effects is significant given the often poor prognosis associated with these cancers. The study also compared the diabetes medicationmetforminto GLP-1s. However, it doesnt prove the GLP-1 drug is the reason for lower cancer risks. Illustration by Mira Norian for Verywell Health Researchers will have to design randomized clinical trials to prove causality. Thosani cautioned that health records can sometimes be incomplete or contain inaccuracies. The patients that are represented in the study are those that had medical encounters....
To understand patient perspectives, Verywell Health surveyed 2,016 adults who identify as obese, overweight, or larger-bodied. The survey explored their weight management experiences and interactions with healthcare providers. These obstacles can range from an ill-fitting gown to experiences of subtle or overt judgment from providers. Illustration by Julie Bang for Verywell Health Sometimes, a single negative experience in a medical setting can deter someone from seeking necessary health care. Its humiliating when doctors refuse to listen to your concerns and disregard you based on how your body looks....
Glucernais a medical nutrition product widely used as a meal replacement by people with diabetes. The company is an independent manufacturer for Abbott Nutrition, the owner of the Glucerna brand. Every week, we’ll share symptom management advice, medication news, and more. Glucerna Sign Up Now Whats Wrong With the Products? Lyons Magnus said in astatementthat the cartons did not meet commercial sterility specifications. Infection withCronobacter sakazakiiis rare, but common symptoms include fever, vomiting, and urinary tract infections....
