Health

Your past has subjective meaning, which you can reframe.

Learn more about apple cider vinegar immune system benefits and whether you should add it into your overall wellness plan.

Groom your cat to perfection with our castor oil, a natural grooming product that will leave your kitty's coat looking healthy and soft! Learn the benefits and risks of castor oil for your cat.

DMSO is an abbreviation for Dimethyl Sulfoxide and it is a 100% natural substance. When applied to the skin DMSO penetrates deep into tissues and will carry

What are DMSO's uses? People who have been using the solvent are reporting health improvements you will want to know about.

Discover the therapeutic potential of DMSO for various conditions from wound healing to stroke treatment. Learn how this versatile compound can benefit your health.

Neurodegeneration is the term describing the death of neurons both in the central nervous system and periphery. When affecting the central nervous system, it is responsible for diseases like Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, Huntington’s ...

Xylitol and bladder infections, streptococcal infections, bladder infection, UTI's, bone health, use xylitol as a gargle to help avoid UTI's, bone health

To get on the path to fitness, figure out an exercise routine that works best for your lifestyle, gradually increase your activity level and go at a steady pace.

Eating a balanced diet is one part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Here are 10 ways to put together a heart-healthy diet.

According to the National Community Pharmacists Association, 97% of independent pharmacy owners reported shortages of Adderall in early 2023. As these shortages continue, here's how you can best support your patients with ADHD.

Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the most common form of liver disease in the United States, affecting up to 30% of adults. There are two forms of NAFLD: nonalcoholic fatty liver (NAFL), defined as 5% or greater hepatic steatosis without hepatocellular injury or fibrosis, and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), defined as 5% or greater hepatic steatosis plus hepatocellular injury and inflammation, with or without fibrosis. Individuals with obesity are at highest risk of NAFLD. Other established risk factors include metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes mellitus. Although NAFLD is common and typically asymptomatic, screening is not currently recommended, even in high-risk patients. NAFLD should be suspected in patients with elevated liver enzymes or hepatic steatosis on abdominal imaging that are found incidentally. Once other causes, such as excessive alcohol use and hepatotoxic medications, are excluded in these patients, risk scores or elastography tests can be used to identify those who are likely to have fibrosis that will progress to cirrhosis. Liver biopsy should be considered for patients at increased risk of fibrosis and when other liver disorders cannot be excluded with noninvasive tests. Weight loss through diet and exercise is the primary treatment for NAFLD. Other treatments, such as bariatric surgery, vitamin E supplements, and pharmacologic therapy with thiazolidinediones or glucagon-like peptide-1 analogues, have shown potential benefit; however, data are limited, and these therapies are not considered routine treatments. NAFL typically follows an indolent course, whereas patients with NASH are at higher risk of death from cardiovascular disease, cancer, and end-stage liver disease. (Am Fam Physician. 2020;102(10):603–612. Copyright © 2020 American Academy of Family Physicians.)

Herbal medicines are one type of dietary supplement. They are sold as tablets, capsules, powders, teas, extracts, and plants. Learn more.

This fact sheet provides basic information about cinnamon—common names, usefulness and safety, and resources for more information.

This fact sheet provides basic information about flaxseed and flaxseed oil—common names, usefulness and safety, and resources for more information.

This fact sheet provides basic information about turmeric—common names, usefulness and safety, and resources for more information. Javanese turmeric (Curcuma xanthorrhiz) is a different plant and not discussed in this fact sheet.

Dehydration does cause the serum creatinine to rise and the estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) will, accordingly, fall. The degree of change is generally proportional to the degree of

The Health and Healing classes and programs offered by VA Salt Lake City Health Care System brings your VA care closer to you in your home through VA Video Connect (VVC), VA’s secure video platform. VVC enables Veterans and their caregivers to connect with their VA providers from a location of their choosing and do not require a co-pay when the Veteran is at home or another non-VA location. To find a class offered in person or virtually, or a program that supports your own goals and care plan, review the list below!

Work with our staff to create a personalized health plan based on your values, needs, and goals.

This MNT Knowledge Center article looks at the causes of nocturia, which causes frequent urination at night. It is often confused with overactive bladder but there are important differences. Learn about how to prevent nocturia and get a good night's sleep, as well as how to spot the difference between nocturia and OAB.

A look at treatment options and trade-offs If you are like many of the 14 million men in the United States who have been diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), you’ve probably be...

Tiny amounts of proteins like albumin can be found in your urine, but albumin levels above a certain threshold are a sign that your kidneys aren't working properly. Learn more.

The pH of urine varies greatly depending on a person’s diet and any medical conditions they may have. In this article, we discuss the normal pH range for urine, and what abnormal test results might mean.

A complete urinalysis includes physical, chemical, and microscopic examinations. Midstream clean collection is acceptable in most situations, but the specimen should be examined within two hours of collection. Cloudy urine often is a result of precipitated phosphate crystals in alkaline urine, but pyuria also can be the cause. A strong odor may be the result of a concentrated specimen rather than a urinary tract infection. Dipstick urinalysis is convenient, but false-positive and false-negative results can occur. Specific gravity provides a reliable assessment of the patient's hydration status. Microhematuria has a range of causes, from benign to life threatening. Glomerular, renal, and urologic causes of microhematuria often can be differentiated by other elements of the urinalysis. Although transient proteinuria typically is a benign condition, persistent proteinuria requires further work-up. Uncomplicated urinary tract infections diagnosed by positive leukocyte esterase and nitrite tests can be treated without culture.

Nuts and seeds come in many varieties. Although most nuts and seeds have a high oil content, they provide “good fats” such as monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats.

Several health conditions can cause high creatinine levels. However, treating the underlying cause should return creatinine levels to normal. Learn more.

A serum albumin test measures the levels of albumin in the blood. It is done to check for liver disease if other symptoms like unexpected weight loss are present. The test is safe overall while low albumin levels may indicate an underlying health problem. Treatment may be needed if levels are outside the normal range.