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Brynna Connor MD
Can CBD Relieve Menopause Symptoms?
“The endocannabinoid system is widespread through the entirety of the central nervous system and peripheral regions. Like the sex steroid hormones, the endocannabinoid system regulates many physiological functions and behaviors,” said Brynna Connor, M.D.
Sunscreen, Skin Cancer, and Staying Safe: Does Sunscreen Really Help Prevent Cancer?
Spending time in the sun can be great for your health. A little bit of sunlight encourages your body to make vitamin D, which is important for bone health, nerve and muscle function, and immune health. Too little vitamin D can lead to weakened bones and may be linked to conditions like cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. Being outside can also lower stress levels and boost mental health.
What Is A Health Insurance Premium?
“You really have to consider what you need from your health insurance plan—and not plan for being 100% healthy all the time, even if you’re young and have been healthy previously,” adds Dr. Connor. “Illness or injuries can happen unexpectedly, so be realistic about what you need and what you can afford.”
What Is a Low-Residue Diet?
A low-fiber/low-residue diet is a diet with the end goal of having fewer and smaller bowel movements each day and it may help calm symptoms of gastrointestinal illnesses or help prepare the body for certain medical procedures.
Enlarged Prostate: Natural and Pharmaceutical Treatments
In young adults, the prostate is about the size of a walnut. However, it continually grows larger with age, potentially reaching the size of a lemon by the age of 60. In some cases, it may grow too large, leading to an enlarged prostate, also called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
The Best Anti-Aging Superfoods
Aging is also linked to damage. Small molecules called reactive oxygen species (ROS) can form within cells. ROS damage DNA and cells, causing a cell to age. On the other hand, antioxidants are substances that get rid of ROS, helping prevent and heal damage.
Osteoporosis Is a Serious Concern After Menopause
According to Dr. Connor, the most marked loss in bone mineral density occurs during the 12 months before a person’s final period and the first two years afterward.
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: Causes and Treatments
It is important to take peripheral neuropathy seriously, since symptoms can get worse and may cause additional problems over time.
Post-Pill Amenorrhea Shouldn’t Be Ignored
After a woman stops the pill, it can take anywhere from one month to several months to resume a ‘normal’ cycle, but a woman should see her physician if her menstrual cycle does not resume after the third month after she has stopped the pill.
Pinched Nerve / Impingement
A pinched nerve in the neck, or cervical radiculopathy, occurs when a nerve root is compressed by herniated disc material, a degenerating disc, or aging bone. The body activates the inflammatory response, which causes swelling around the nerve root.
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