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The Dietary Guidelines for Americans emphasizes getting nutrients primarily from food. As a result, some supplement products may not contain the ingredients listed on the label. A good place to start is by checking the directions on the product label of your vitamin supplement. Jacob Wackerhausen / Getty Images Keep in mind that the guide above is just a general overview. Your needs may vary, especially if you have acute or chronic health conditions or take prescription medications....

Research over the years has pointed to certain vitamins with anti-inflammatory compounds. you’re able to also increase your intake of these vitamins by taking a supplement. That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says. Verywell / JR Bee What Foods Have Vitamin A? Preformed vitamin A is high in beef liver, eggs, dairy products, and fish. Vitamin A is added to milk, cereals, and other food products....

Using Medication and Natural Solutions Jointinflammationis the chief culprit behind arthritis joint damage,stiffness, swelling, andpain. Reducing inflammation from arthritis can help to relieve symptoms. Common NSAIDs include: Certain illnesses such as rheumatoid arthritis cause increased inflammation that requires stronger prescription therapies. katleho Seisa / Getty Images Talk to a healthcare provider about which anti-inflammatory therapy is appropriate for you. Acetaminophen, a popular over-the-counter pain reliever in Tylenol and many combination drugs, is not an anti-inflammatory drug....

Menopausecan be a challenging time for some couples. Knowing how to support your partner through menopause can make it easier for you both. That said, few people instinctively know what to do or say or how to help. jacoblund / Getty Images A good place to start is learning about menopause and itsphysical and emotional symptoms. This can help you better understand your partner’s experience and anticipate their mood. You’ll also benefit from fine-tuning your relationship skills and improving communication....

As asoluble fiber, beta-glucan is not digested but can slow food transit in the intestines. Carbohydrates are absorbed more slowly, resulting in more steady blood sugar. That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says. Verywell / Getty Images Verywell / Getty Images What Is Beta Glucan? Beta-glucan is a soluble fiber found in certain plants and other organisms. Beta-glucan increases the amount of time it takes for your body to digest food and move through the intestines....

There are two types of hydroxy acids: alpha and beta. How Beta Hydroxy Acid Works Beta hydroxy acid works mainly as an exfoliant. This occurs because salicylic acid is derived from acetylsalicylic acid or aspirin. Buero Monaco / Getty Images Aspirin has anti-inflammatory properties, andsalicylic acidretains many of these anti-inflammatory properties. Despite this fact, beta hydroxy acid can still cause skin irritation. Symptoms of irritation include redness, burning, itching, pain, and possibly scarring....

It also includes a list of different beta-blockers and what they do. This is helpful if you have hypertension and/or heart failure. The benefits must be carefully weighed against notable risks of using beta-blockers if you have asthma or COPD. Circle Creative Studio / Getty Images When epinephrine binds to beta receptors in the lungs, the airways relax (open). That is why you might use anEpiPento treat a respiratory emergency....

Povidone-iodine is able to disinfect open wounds after an injury. Iodineitself is not a medication. While Betadine contains iodine, povidone-iodine does not provide the nutrients necessary to produce thyroid hormones. Getty Images / cstar55 Rather, Betadine is used to clean open wounds to prevent the spread of infections. Getty Images / cstar55 What Is Betadine? Betadine is anantisepticsolution whose active ingredient is the medication povidone-iodine. Antiseptic solutions are applied to open cuts or wounds to prevent the risk of developing an infection....

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The condition is about 2.5 times more common among those with infertility than the general population. It can be scary to hear about the complications that a bicornuate uterus can cause. Yet its important to keep it in perspective. Cavan Images / Getty Images Many with bicornuate uteri can carry pregnancies to term. Shape of Bicornuate Uterus All bicornuate uteruses have a heart shape. But there are different types of severity of the condition....

Bifidobacteriumis a species of goodbacteria. It colonizes the intestinal tract in infants as they pass through the birth canal. Research suggests that Bifidobacteria boosts overall immunity and treat gastrointestinal infections. Verywell / Getty Images They also improvedigestionand conditions such asdiarrhea,constipation, and eczema. This article explains the benefits and safety of Bifidobacteria supplements. That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says. Verywell / Getty Images What Are Bifidobacteria?...

What Is a Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy? In some cases, it may be done to preventbreast cancerandovarian cancerin women with a strong genetic risk. Surgical Approaches There are several surgical approaches to performing a bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy. monkeybusinessimages / Getty Images An abdominal approach is when an incision is made into the abdomen to expose the organs. Minimally invasive approaches include the use of laparoscopy. The camera allows the surgeon to see inside the patient on a screen in the operating room....

Bile reflux is a condition in which the bile backs up into the stomach and/or theesophagus. Bile is a digestive liquid produced by the liver and is used by the intestines to digest food. Changing the diet or making lifestyle changes may not help with the symptoms of bile reflux. Kinga Krzeminska / Getty Images The condition may be managed with medications, but in some cases surgery could also be needed....