Health

Can 'being a b****' really prevent autoimmune disease? Viral meme may hold some truth

Despite doctors affirming that suddenly being mean definitely can’t heal illness, the women of the internet have taken the meme and run with it.

A woman consults with her doctor; illustrative.
US Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, a Republican from Kentucky, stands for a photo at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, US, November 9, 2020.

McConnell hospitalized for three weeks in unknown condition, team says he 'continues to improve'

The children who received the real treatment presented an improvement in their communication and language abilitie

The treatment that caused autistic children to start talking

Kim Kardashian takes 35 dietary supplements a day. Is it even healthy?

Kim Kardashian takes 35 dietary supplements a day. Is it even healthy?


The impact of exposure to pesticides on fetal brain development

Can exposure to a common pesticide during pregnancy leave a long–term mark on children's brains? A new study examined the issue.

Pesticides

The alcoholic beverages that will do the least damage to your diet

Alcohol is an obstacle to weight loss. But anyone building a balanced menu can also enjoy a cocktail every now and then – you just need to pay attention to what you are putting into your glass.

White wine

Dr. Maya Rosman with the summer fruit that is excellent for weight loss

In the summer everyone gets excited about grapes and watermelon – but the truth is that plums are not only no less tasty – but they are also very healthy for you.

Plums

Not necessarily every three hours: The truth parents must know about baby feeding

Many parents still hear that a baby must eat every 3 hours. In practice, the current recommendations in pediatrics and breastfeeding speak of responsive feeding.

You do not feed according to a clock alone, but according to the baby

What energy drinks really do to the body

They look like just another soft drink, and promise immediate alertness. But behind the bright colors and sweet taste of energy drinks hides a combination that could be dangerous.

Energy drink

Unremitting fatigue: Seven medical reasons most people miss

Fatigue is one of the most common complaints in medicine, but the good news is that in most cases, a basic evaluation by a family doctor will uncover the cause of the problem.

Fatigue is one of the most common complaints in medicine

A doctor explains: Why do we always get sick on vacation?

It has happened to everyone at least once. You arrived at the vacation you looked forward to so much – and you feel terrible. Why does this happen, and how can it be prevented?

Why do we always get sick on vacation?

Breakthrough in autism research: Brain scans reveal two distinct biological types

A large–scale international study has identified two contrasting patterns of communication between brain regions in some children and young people with autism.

Breakthrough in autism research

Even one drink a day raises cancer risk

A massive review found that even moderate alcohol consumption is linked to an increase in the risk of various types of cancer.

Maybe you should rethink this drink

The mistake we all make when we open our health fund laboratory results

Blood tests have become in recent years one of the greatest sources of anxiety for patients. In most cases there is no reason for concern, but there are values that require investigation.

Blood test