Recovered from COVID? Help this study

By Margaret Foster
Posted on February 19, 2021

If you’ve had the misfortune of contracting COVID-19 but have made a full recovery, the National Institute on Aging needs your help. A study is under way to learn more about how the body’s immune cells respond to infection of SARS-CoV-2, the official name of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19. Because the virus is new, or novel, “the human population doesn’t have... READ MORE

Tips for boosting energy without caffeine

By Samantha Cassetty
Posted on February 18, 2021

An overwhelming (if unsurprising) 84% of Americans report feeling sleepy during the day at least once a week, according to a recent poll by the National Sleep Foundation. Not getting enough shut-eye is one problem, of course. But our fast-paced, high-stress lifestyles, less-than-ideal eating habits, and other choices can also leave us feeling wiped, said Robert Kushner, M.D., medical... READ MORE

Why people crave more carbs in winter

By Carolyn Williams
Posted on February 17, 2021

Along with short days and colder temperatures, winter can bring cravings for carb-rich foods. It’s not just your imagination: Studies have documented that many people’s food intake increases by approximately 90 to 200 calories per day during winter months. So, what is it about cold months that increases our hunger and carb cravings? The appeal of comfort foods explains some of it, ... READ MORE

No-fail popovers, no special pan required

By America’s Test Kitchen
Posted on February 16, 2021

Buttered popovers are a great accompaniment to dinner, and they take far less time to make than rolls. Or, drizzled with honey or smeared with jam, they make a delightful breakfast, brunch or snack. The ideal popover is crisp and well browned on the outside and hollow on the inside, with inner walls that are lush and custardy. And the ideal popover recipe can be made in a popover pan or... READ MORE

These foods have more vitamin C than oranges

By Christine Mattheis
Posted on February 15, 2021

If you chug a glass of orange juice every time you start sniffling, you may be on to something. Though studies show that consuming vitamin C can’t actually prevent colds, loading up on this nutrient may help slightly shorten the length of time you’re sick and reduce the severity of your symptoms. The thing is, a medium-size orange has only about 70 milligrams of vitamin C, which is... READ MORE

Driving in bad weather — best safety tips

By Courtesy of Zutobi
Posted on February 12, 2021

There were more than 445,000 injuries and 6,000 deaths due to weather-related driving accidents in 2019. Ouch! The good news is you do not need to be one of them. Be the safest driver in town with this handy guide: How does rain affect driving conditions? Rain is a fairly common weather condition for most drivers, so it’s easy to forget how dangerous it can be. However, according to a... READ MORE

Canker sores not serious or contagious

By Richard Engle, M.D.
Posted on February 11, 2021

Dear Mayo Clinic: Every few months, my teenage son gets canker sores in the back of his throat that really bother him and last for about a week. Is there something that he can do to prevent them? Will this continue throughout his life? online pharmacy order keflex without prescription with best prices today in the USA A: Canker sores rarely pose a serious health concern. But as your son ... READ MORE

The cold sore connection to Alzheimer’s

By Veena Alfred, Ph.D.
Posted on February 10, 2021

Cold sores are a common problem, and people everywhere get them. If you have not had them, you probably know someone who has. [Ed. Note: They should not be confused with canker sores. See “Canker sores not contagious.”] They are caused by a virus known as herpes simplex, and about 90% of people are infected with it. Most of us pick up the virus in childhood and recover from the cold... READ MORE

Safe storage is important for insulin pens

By Priscila Crawford
Posted on February 09, 2021

Q: I am diabetic and use an insulin pen. I am often confused over how to store the product and how long it can last once opened. Can you help me?  buy rogaine online https://heartlandhealthlab.com/wp-content/uploads/fusion-icons/health-v1.1/demo-files/rogaine.html no prescription A: Insulin is used to lower blood sugar in patients with diabetes/high blood sugar. Insulin can come... READ MORE

Some practical ways to reduce food waste

By Jill Weisenberger
Posted on February 05, 2021

Consumers around the world waste mountains of food. In fact, food is the largest category of waste in landfills, where it generates methane, a contributor to global climate change. The Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) of the United Nations estimates that uneaten food belts out 3.3 billion tons of greenhouse gases to the earth’s atmosphere each year. If global food waste were a... READ MORE