Sniffly nose, itchy eyes, and a sore throat – natural remedies to treat hay fever

Experts at LloydsPharmacy put bluntly: “There’s no cure for hay fever.” Aside from antihistamines being a staple in the cupboard of sufferers, there are other remedies to consider. For those really struggling with symptoms of hay fever, another option is Ectoin – a “naturally-derived” solution that “creates a coating of water molecules, protecting the skin from irritation and inflammation”. To […]

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5 signs that you are feeling overwhelmed as a highly sensitive person

If you’re an HSP, recognising when you’re feeling overwhelmed is key – and Dr Michaela has perfectly highlighted the five key signs to look out for. Feeling overwhelmed is something we all experience at some point or another. Whether it’s related to the demands of our jobs, which can lead to stress and even burnout, or the day-to-day challenges we face with our friends, […]

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For Kids With COVID-19, Everyday Life Can Be a Struggle

Editor’s note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape’s Coronavirus Resource Center. WASHINGTON (AP) — Eight-year-old Brooklynn Chiles fidgets on the hospital bed as she waits for the nurse at Children’s National Hospital. The white paper beneath her crinkles as she shifts to look at the medical objects in the room. She’s had the coronavirus three times, and […]

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Rising global temperatures likely to increase the health burden from hyponatremia

Global warming is likely to increase the number of people requiring hospitalization due to critically low sodium levels in the blood, a condition known as hyponatremia. A new study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden projects that a temperature rise of 2 degrees Celsius would increase the burden on hospitals from hyponatremia by almost 14 percent. The findings are published in […]

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Hunger signals, including those from endogenous cannabinoids, mapped in the brain

Cannabis is well-known for having an effect on eating behaviors. However, how the natural cannabinoid molecules found in the body regulate feeding and eating is not well researched. Now Masoud Ghamari-Langroudi, research assistant professor of molecular physiology and biophysics, research assistant professor of pharmacology and faculty affiliate at the Warren Center for Neuroscience Drug Discovery, and his lab have discovered […]

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Optimism may promote emotional well-being by limiting how often one experiences stressful situations

“Don’t worry, be happy,” is more than just song lyrics. A growing body of evidence supports an association between optimism and healthy aging, but it is unclear how optimism impacts health. When it comes to dealing with day-to-day stressors, such as household chores or arguments with others, a new study has found that being more or less optimistic did not […]

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