While it's nothing to be ashamed of, any identified issues should be tackled as soon as possible-even if it's a relatively unthreatening amount. That's because exposure to unabated mold growth can make your home uninhabitable. Health problems, like allergies, can arise in anyone spending a lot of time on your property (including your children and pets). More severe reactions, like lung conditions, are also a risk. We asked the experts everything you need to know about this pesky problem.
Young people who vape are three times as likely to start smoking, develop asthma and have poor mental health as those who do not. The study indicates consistent links between vaping and future smoking among youth.
Doctors recognize that maintaining a proper sodium level is crucial for fluid balance, nerve function, and heart health. Healthy sodium levels range from 135 to 145 millimoles per liter.
Experts warn against self-administering cheap Botox-like injections due to significant risks, including eyelid droops, infections, and potentially botulism from substances like Innotox.
Alpha-gal syndrome is actually an allergy to a sugar molecule with a tongue-twisting name: galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose, shortened to alpha-gal. The alpha-gal sugar molecule exists in the tissues of most mammals, including cows, pigs, deer, and rabbits. But it's absent in humans.
The study found that 67% of purchased cosmetic items from third-party sellers on platforms like Amazon, eBay, and TikTok are likely counterfeit. Doctors warn the consequences of using these fake products can be grave due to toxic ingredients.