Sodium restriction is the first thing people with prehypertension and hypertension should practice. However, many of them are still consuming more than twice the recommended amount of sodium.
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What You Should Know About Antibiotic Overuse?
Antibiotics are commonly prescribed for acute upper respiratory infections, but in most of the cases antibiotics are not recommended. They must be taken as prescribed by your doctor as its overuse can lead to various side effects such as bacterial resistance, mild rashes, and diarrhea etc.
Read moreHow To Use FDA Consumer Complaint System
If you have any complaint related to a product regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), you can report the issue to the FDA department. Reporting to the FDA can be accomplished by using two systems.
Read moreCanine Influenza – Know It’s Symptoms And Treatment
Did you know? Our pet friends can catch influenza virus too. Canine influenza is a highly infectious disease caused by an influenza a virus. This disease can be dangerous for your pets.
Read moreUnderstand Your Blood Pressure Readings
Monitoring your blood pressure is essential for your health. Understanding your blood pressure numbers can help you control high blood pressure.
Read moreNeti Pots To Treat Sinus Problems
Are you dealing with sinus problems? If you are, then you know how hard it gets to breathe from the nose.
Read moreIDSA Guidelines for Treatment of Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is the most common tick-borne infection in the US, caused by Borreliaburgdorferi. Clinical manifestations of this disease most often involve the skin, joints, nervous system, and the heart.
Read moreFew Things About Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids, essential for the proper functioning of the body. The omega-3 fatty acid contains EPA and DHA, easily found in seafood, such as fatty fish (e.g., salmon, tuna, and trout) and shellfish (e.g., crab, mussels, and oysters).
Read moreFAQ’s For Travelers Diarrhea
The most common cause of travelers’ diarrhea is ingestion of food or beverages contaminated with pathogens. Most common agents of diarrhea are:
Read moreTips To Dispose Of Specific Unwanted Or Expired Drugs
Medicines play an important role in treating many health issues.It is necessary to dispose of medications when they are no longer needed. Disposing of medicines properly reduce the chances accidental exposure or intentional misuse.
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