THE REAL CAUSES OF CONSTANT PHLEGM AND MUCUS IN YOUR THROAT—AND WHAT CAN HELP That constant feeling of mucus sitting in the back of your throat can be frustrating. You may find yourself repeatedly clearing your throat, swallowing, coughing, or feeling as though something is stuck there. The good news is that occasional mucus is … Read more

4 TYPES OF PEOPLE WHO MAY NEED TO LIMIT OR BE CAREFUL WITH CABBAGE Cabbage is a nutritious vegetable that provides fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and other beneficial nutrients. For most people, it can be part of a healthy, balanced diet. However, cabbage isn’t equally comfortable or appropriate for everyone. Certain people may experience … Read more

IF YOU URINATE FREQUENTLY, IT COULD BE A SIGN OF SOMETHING YOUR BODY IS TRYING TO TELL YOU Needing to urinate frequently can be annoying, especially when it starts interfering with work, sleep, travel, or everyday activities. But frequent urination isn’t a diagnosis by itself. Sometimes it’s simply the result of drinking more fluids, caffeine, … Read more

10 FOODS TO LIMIT IF YOU WANT TO REDUCE BLOATING AND SUPPORT A HEALTHIER WAISTLINE A flatter-looking stomach is a goal many people have, but there is no single food that automatically causes belly fat—and no list of foods that can guarantee a flat stomach. What you eat can, however, affect bloating, digestion, calorie intake, … Read more

THE DISCONTINUED DIET SODA FANS STILL CAN’T FORGET: WHY SOME CLASSIC DRINKS LIVE ON FOREVER Some soft drinks disappear from supermarket shelves, but they never quite disappear from people’s memories. For longtime diet-soda fans, a discontinued flavor can become surprisingly unforgettable. Years after a product vanishes, people still remember its distinctive taste, packaging, advertising, and … Read more

DISCOVERING THE 10 MOST COMMON SIDE EFFECTS OF METOPROLOL: A HELPFUL GUIDE FOR ANYONE TAKING THIS MEDICATION Metoprolol is a beta blocker commonly prescribed for conditions such as high blood pressure, angina, certain heart-rhythm problems, and heart failure. It works partly by slowing the heart rate and reducing the workload on the heart. Like any … Read more

BE YOUR OWN DENTAL DETECTIVE: HERE’S HOW TO DEAL WITH TARTAR BUILDUP AT HOME If you notice a hard, yellowish or brown deposit around your teeth, you may be looking at tartar, also called dental calculus. You might be tempted to scrape it away yourself with a sharp tool or try an aggressive homemade remedy. … Read more

DO YOU SLEEP ON YOUR SIDE? HERE’S WHAT ONE SIMPLE CHANGE CAN DO TO YOUR BODY Your sleeping position may affect comfort, breathing, reflux, and pressure on different parts of your body. But there isn’t one sleeping position that’s healthiest for everyone. For many people, side sleeping is perfectly healthy. In certain situations, however, changing … Read more

  DOCTORS EXPLAIN HOW MANY TIMES IT’S NORMAL TO WAKE UP AT NIGHT TO URINATE AT EACH AGE Waking up in the middle of the night to use the bathroom becomes increasingly common as people get older. But how many times is actually normal? The answer isn’t as simple as assigning one number to every … Read more

This Natural and Effective Remedy for Relieving Constipation 1. Start With More Fiber One of the most reliable natural approaches to constipation is increasing your intake of dietary fiber. Fiber helps add bulk to stool and can make bowel movements easier. Good sources include: Oats and other whole grains Beans and lentils Apples, pears, berries, … Read more