Most hemorrhoids can be managed by increasing fiber and fluid intake and by using over-the-counter hemorrhoid products. Procedures to shrink or remove hemorrhoids are available if necessary.
Researchers are looking for new approaches to treating osteoarthritis. These therapies go beyond damaged cartilage and include the osteoporosis drug strontium ranelate and stem cell therapy.
Tai chi can improve balance and help prevent falls after a stroke.
A mindfulness meditation program may help reduce a stress-induced inflammatory response, which could improve symptoms of diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis.
Jet lag is common when flying long distance across several time zones. For every time zone you cross, it takes about a day for your body to adjust. There is no proven solution for jet lag, but you may be able to minimize its effects.
Many women who have been diagnosed with cancer in one breast opt to have a preventive double mastectomy. Yet 70% of these women may be having the surgery unnecessarily, research finds.
Walking for more than three-and-a-half hours per week is associated with a lower risk of stroke in women.
Eating strawberries, blueberries, and other berries three times a week might lower a woman’s risk of a heart attack.
Having dense breasts can increase a woman’s risk of developing breast cancer and can make screening challenging. Women should discuss all of their breast cancer risks-including breast density-with their doctor.
Experts recommend getting at least 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity exercise. Breaking up that exercise into 10-minute sessions can be just as beneficial as exercising for longer periods of time.