One way to prevent muscle cramps is to get enough of these nutrients: potassium, sodium, calcium, and magnesium. They’re called electrolytes, and this WebMD slideshow can help you find them in these ...

"Popcorn lung" is the nickname for bronchiolitis obliterans. This chronic medical condition can scar the smallest airways of your lungs, making you cough and feel short of breath. It's sometimes ...

A healthy, well-balanced diet goes a long way to keep your body strong, including your lungs. In general, aim for a variety of foods from each food group to keep your lungs happy. (Hint: More plants ...

To tell if you’re dehydrated, you can do the “pinch test.” Pinch a bit of skin on your arm between your thumb and forefinger. If you’re well hydrated, it should go back to its original position a ...

The active ingredient in peppermint is menthol. Some small studies show it can lessen the pain of migraine headaches. It may also reduce other symptoms like light sensitivity, nausea, and vomiting. A ...

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Sciatic nerves go from your lower back into your legs. When something presses on them, like a slipped disk or a bone spur, you get sciatica. You might have a burning sensation, numbness, weakness, or ...

Cytolytic vaginosis, which is sometimes called "lactobacillus overgrowth syndrome" or "Doderlein's cytolysis," is thought to happen when too much of a certain type of bacteria grows in your vagina.

Biotin is a B-complex vitamin that helps your body break down food into energy. You can get it from eating meats, eggs, fish, seeds, nuts, and some vegetables, or by taking a daily supplement. The ...

Overview: Collagen is a dietary supplement that is available over the counter. Most collagen products are made from animals or fish. People often take collagen for skin and joint health, but its ...

Gas is a normal result of your body digesting the foods you eat or beverages you drink. As your digestive system does its thing, gas forms as a side effect. You may also get gas from swallowing air.

Women need at least 50 grams of protein a day -- men about 60 grams per day. With a high-protein diet, it can be much more than that. This extra protein can come from beans, meat, nuts, grains, eggs, ...