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Growths in a woman’s uterus, called uterine fibroids, usually aren’t cancerous; however, these growths can trigger significant pain and discomfort. Experts from the United States Department of Health and Human Services note that typical uterine fibroid symptoms include: heavy, painful menstrual periods; a sensation of fullness in the lower abdomen or pelvis; abdominal swelling; frequent…
Read MoreUsing surface electromyography and a digital camera, researchers investigated changes in posture and muscle activation among 18 participants while they interacted with their electronic device. The results revealed that smartphone use induced a more flexed posture on the neck and trunk compared with desktop computer use. The researchers also found that participants began to experience…
Read MoreBouldering is a form of rock climbing that involves low-level climbing without the use of harnesses or ropes. In a new study, researchers followed 100 participants who took part in bouldering for three hours per week for a total of eight weeks and found that participants with depression experienced significant improvements in their depressive symptoms.…
Read MoreResearchers calculated the body mass index (BMI) of 247 young children in the United States and then asked them to identify different food brands. They found that overweight children were more likely to recognize brands associated with fast food, sugary cereals, cookies, and soft drinks than the kids who maintained a healthy weight. Appetite, July…
Read MorePeople in nursing homes often suffer from health conditions that weaken their immune system, and they’re often on prolonged antibiotic use, which contributes to antibiotic-resistance. Because nursing home residents share many spaces and interact with one another, germs have a chance to move from person to person more easily. A research review of eight prior…
Read MoreResearchers analyzed how 128 fathers interacted with their infants at three months of age and then followed up with the children at two years of age. They found that babies whose fathers were more engaged and active when playing with them in their early months of life performed better on thinking skill assessments than those…
Read MoreDealing with Sweaty Feet. If your feet are constantly sweaty, you may suffer from a condition called hyperhidrosis. To cope with excess sweating, the American Podiatric Medical Association suggests the following: wash your feet daily with antibacterial soap; dry your feet well and sprinkle cornstarch, foot powder, or antifungal powder on your feet; wear socks…
Read MoreIn this study, researchers matched 30 individuals suffering from low back pain with 30 participants of the same height and weight without low back pain. The investigators then measured the participants’ hamstring length and found that those without low back pain had significantly longer hamstrings than the individuals with low back pain. The findings suggest…
Read MoreMarathon Running Won’t Harm Arteries. In recent years, there’s been debate about whether endurance activities, like marathons, are harmful for the heart. In a new study, researchers tested the arteries of 97 runners who had competed in long distance races and found no evidence of a link between these endurance activities and atherosclerosis. Lead author…
Read MoreDrinking Coffee and Tea May Prevent Liver Disease. Chronic liver disease is a leading cause of death in the United States, with nearly 32,000 people dying from it each year. Now, a new study suggests that a cup of coffee or tea a day may help prevent this disease. In the study, 2,424 participants underwent…
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