Look at these pore souls. Dr. Scott Walter — a board-certified dermatologist in the Denver area — is raising awareness about Demodex, a type of tiny eight-legged mite that inhabits the hair follicles and oil glands on our face, chest and neck. Demodex is a type of tiny eight-legged mite that lives in the hair …
Paging Dr. Bot. In a new study, researchers at the University of Kansas’ Life Span Institute found that parents trust artificial intelligence (AI), such as ChatGPT, more than healthcare professionals. “Participants found minimal differences between the vignettes written by the experts and those generated by the rapidly designed ChatGPT,” says Calissa Leslie-Miller, a doctoral student …
Heart disease is expected to affect 61% of US adults by 2050, so it’s important to know when problems may arise. Leg pain, leg cramps, and persistent leg ulcers are among the symptoms that may indicate peripheral artery disease (PAD), the narrowing or blockage of the vessels that supply blood to the legs. “PAD of …
The skin is on. Maryland-based chronic pain specialist Dr. Kunal Sood, has taken to TikTok to reveal the nutrient-rich fruit we’ve been eating the wrong way. Addressing his 2.3 million followers, Sood explained that while many of us peel and throw away the skin of the fruit, it is not only edible but also a …
Talk about grapevine expectations. Dr. Jason Singh, a primary care physician based in Virginia, is sharing a sweet tip for managing stress eating. He recommends that frozen grapes melt in your mouth. “Cold temperature activates TRPM8 receptors in the mouth, which then trigger the release of dopamine — and this is responsible for pleasure, similar …
When it comes to overall health, it’s well established that alcohol is bad news, but is all alcohol equally hated? Gastroenterologist from California Dr. Saurabh Sethi has taken to TikTok to share his surprising choice for the “healthiest choice” for drinkers. Seth’s preference? Tequila. Cheers to tequila as a “healthy choice.” AntonioDiaz – stock.adobe.com While …
More than 12% of Americans will develop a thyroid condition at some point, with women at greater risk than men. The thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped organ in the front of the neck, produces hormones that regulate metabolism, support growth, and promote brain development, among other vital functions. Dr. Kepal Patel, co-director of the Thyroid Program …
One in four American adults suspect they have undiagnosed ADHD, a new study finds, but only 13% have shared their concerns with a doctor. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is a developmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsive behavior. About 4.4% of adults 18 to 44 have ADHD, according to Ohio State University researchers who oversaw the …
It’s time to iron out your meal plan. A study published in August found that more than half the world does not consume enough micronutrients essential for health, including calcium, iron and vitamins C and E. Now, California gastroenterologist Saurabh Sethi is sharing five signs that your body needs more nutrition: brittle nails, twitching eyelids, …
If you have these three symptoms, it’s time to get to the bottom of the problem. Dr. Jeremy London, a heart surgeon based in Savannah, Georgia, warns that difficulty breathing while walking or lying down and/or experiencing leg swelling could mean you have a weak heart. “These should be red flags,” London said on TikTok …