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Stories By Niko Vercelletto
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If you're constantly sneezing, especially when you find yourself at home, you may be allergic to the dust around you. Luckily, there are some ways you can tell.
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How To Avoid Neck Pain When Doing An Ab Workout
Many people experience neck pain during core exercise -- a sign you're doing the exercise wrong. But there are ways to avoid neck pain when doing an ab workout. -
How To Ensure You're Getting Enough Electrolytes On The Keto Diet
The keto diet is used to help burn fat, but many people experience symptoms known as the keto flu. Here's how to get enough electrolytes and avoid it. -
When Is Your Heart Rate Considered Dangerous?
Your heart rate will go up and down as you go about your day. However, it could be dangerous for your heart rate to go too high under certain circumstances. -
Will Drinking Alkaline Water Help A Hangover?
Before trying alkaline water to cure the lingering symptoms from last night's hangover, it's best to consider a few factors, like if it actually helps. -
What Does It Mean When Something Is Hypoallergenic?
If you have allergies, you may seek out products that carry a hypoallergenic label. Find out what it means if a product is labeled as hypoallergenic. -
Can You Experience Pregnancy Symptoms During The 1st Week?
But how early in your pregnancy can you experience symptoms? And can you detect them as soon as the first week of pregnancy? The answer may surprise you. -
How Is Stomach Cancer Treated?
There are a variety of treatment options for stomach cancer, depending on the location in the stomach and the stage of cancer. Here's what you need to know. -
Should You Get Circumcised As An Adult?
Circumcision is commonly done in babies. But what about adults who want to get circumcised? Should they undergo the procedure if they choose? -
Is It Safe To Eat Pineapple During Pregnancy?
One of the most popular pregnancy myths is that eating a large amount of pineapple will induce labor, but is this true? Are pineapples safe to eat? -
Can You Get Lung Cancer From Vaping?
Many people switching are from cigarettes to vaping hoping that it is less harmful to health. But can you still get lung cancer with vaping? -
The Best Tricep Stretches After A Satisfying Arm Workout
Stretching exercises are important to create flexibility and prevent injury. These are the best tricep stretches that you should be doing after an arm workout. -
What Happens When You Burn Sage?
Burning sage is a common practice in many homes and communities for certain medicinal and emotional benefits. Is there any evidence behind the anecdotal claims? -
Can You Really Sweat Out Toxins During A Hot Yoga Class?
Hot yoga has become a popular way to perform yoga, and lovers of hot yoga say that the sweaty practice can detoxify the body. But are these claims true? -
What Is A Superfetation Pregnancy?
The chances of superfetation are so low that every known case of it is basically considered a medical miracle, but what is it, exactly? Here's what to know. -
How New CAR T-Cell Therapy Can Help Kids Who Have Advanced Leukemia
When using CAR T-cell therapy, the main problem is time. However, this new approach to CAR T-cell therapy may help buy more time for kids with leukemia. -
Cruise Lines Are Ready To Ease These COVID-19 Restrictions Before Sailing
While the CDC still recommends people get vaccinated prior to traveling on a cruise ship, this may no longer be a requirement for these popular cruise lines. -
The Effect Monkeypox Has On Your Brain
Monkeypox can cause numerous symptoms you should be aware of, and recent research suggests that it may even affect the brain. Here's what to know. -
Can An Insulin Pill Help Treat Type 1 Diabetes?
Those with Type 1 diabetes typically need to inject themselves with insulin. However, experts are looking to treat the disease in the form of a pill. -
The Proper Way To Mold Your Sports Mouth Guard
Mouthguards may be an uncomfortable piece of equipment, but they are also one of the most important. Here's how to mold it for the right fit. -
Why You Should Never Take Expired Antibiotics
For many people, the expiration date on food is a recommendation, not a rule. But does that apply to medications? Are antibiotics safe to take past the date? -
How Long Should You Really Hold A Stretch After Each Workout?
Despite the simplicity of stretching, there are ways to do it improperly, especially when you don't stretch for long enough. This is how long to hold a stretch. -
Is Pilates A Good Workout If You Experience Migraines?
Pilates is a form of exercise that can improve flexibility and strength. In fact, those suffering from migraines may benefit a bit more from doing pilates. -
Is There A Cure For Erectile Dysfunction?
Erectile dysfunction affects a significant amount of men, occurring more frequently with age. Find out if there's a cure for erectile dysfunction. -
Why You May Be Feeling More Depressed After Ovulation
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder can cause severe mood swings that interfere with daily functioning, and it begins after ovulation, but why does this happen? -
Is It Normal To Get Leg Cramps When Following The Keto Diet?
The ketogenic diet has become a popular diet plan to lose weight and get healthier. But, is it normal to get leg cramps when on the keto diet? -
What Happens If You Take Plan B While Ovulating?
Plan B works primarily by preventing ovulation, so is it effective if you have already ovulated? Here is what you should know about the morning after pill.