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The Power of Protein: Why You Need It, and How Much Is Enough

Is It Time to Consider Surgery for Your Pinched Spinal Nerve?

If you have been diagnosed with a pinched spinal nerve, your doctor is in no rush to suggest a surgical solution.

7 Myths About Spine Surgery

Nobody wants to have surgery. But when the surgery involves the spine, there is an extra level of anxiety and apprehension – often based on outdated beliefs and misconceptions.

Do Natural Remedies Work for Colds?

You have a cold -- a viral infection that medicine can’t cure -- but that doesn’t mean you have to be miserable as your body heals itself. Relief may be as close as your kitchen, where generations of mothers and grandmothers have soothed the sick with chicken soup, lemon juice and honey.

How To Curb Embarrassing Gas and Painful Bloating

Everyone experiences gas every day. You probably don’t think about it until you belch or fart. But most people pass gas up to 20 times a day, which is normal even if it is embarrassing.

Making the ‘Food Noise’ Cease

We all have our inner food conversations, such as, “I walked around the mall for two hours. Surely it’s OK to have ice cream now.” When the internal dialogue becomes repetitive or intrusive, it can cause trouble. It’s called food noise, and it’s an ongoing conversation that might lead you to get that bag of chips from the pantry even if you just ate a satisfying meal.

How To Spot Neurological Disorders in Children

Most new parents are on high alert when it comes to their baby’s development and behavior. If a baby has a neurological disorder, such vigilance could lead to a diagnosis and early interventions that could change the course of a child’s life.

Bellyache or Something More Serious? You Might Have Diverticulitis

If you’re suffering from stomach pain, you might think you have a virus or maybe just ate too much. But there are other symptoms that could point to diverticulitis, a common digestive condition that affects millions of people, particularly those over the age of 40.

Boxers vs. Briefs. Does Underwear Affect Male Fertility?

Boxers or briefs?

Can Tea Help You Lose Weight?

About half of Americans drink a cup of tea every day.