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Regular urine color varies but usually ranges from clear to pale yellow. The exact hue depends on how much water you drink. Fluids dilute the yellow pigments in urine. So the more you drink, the clearer your urine looks. When you drink less, the yellow color becomes stronger. Some foods and medications can change the color of urine. For example, foods like beets, blackberries and fava beans can turn urine pink or red. Some medications also can give urine vivid tones, such as orange or greenish-blue. An unusual urine color also can be a sign of a health problem, however.…
You already know how important sleep is and yet it can feel so elusive when you need it the most—which is probably right now, when the holidays are more overwhelming than exciting, work deadlines feel extra tight, and your family’s group chat is going off the rails. But consider this if you’re exhausted: Getting quality sleep (and enough of it) plays a role in keeping your immune health in good shape.“The immune system, when working correctly, is complex and elegant,” Kara Wada, MD, an allergist and immunologist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, tells SELF. It’s a smart…
Vitamin D is a nutrient your body needs to keep your bones healthy and strong. It also has properties that support your immune system and neuromuscular health. Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says one of the main ways your body gets vitamin D is through direct sunlight on the skin. And during winter in the Northern Hemisphere, that can sometimes be a challenge. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:01) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: “Mayo Clinic News Network.” Read the script. Winter means the days are…
The holidays are synonymous with parties, gatherings and potlucks where people come together for the shared purpose of enjoying diverse foods—not just in terms of dishes but also in flavors, ingredients and cooking methods. If done correctly, holiday potlucks are a thing of beauty, where friends invite friends, coworkers gather and neighbors open their homes to one and all. It is a cornerstone of the holidays worldwide and brings people to the table, literally and figuratively.At a potluck, everyone is a cook, host and guest. Everyone cooks, everyone cleans when they get home and everyone gets to eat. But it…
Race #1 with the American flag was the Oakdale Firecracker 5K on Long Island, New York, on the 4th of July, 2015. Former United States Marine and Army veteran Billy Richards had started his long, muddy, often painful journey exactly one year earlier by lugging a 45-pound rucksack during all of his races to raise awareness for veterans – the weighted pack symbolic of “carrying the burden” for the numerous struggles our nation’s soldiers face when they leave military service and re-enter the civilian world. At Oakdale, he added the U.S. flag because, naturally, it was patriotic and a more…
As winter approaches and temperatures drop, our quest for warmth and comfort becomes universal. Humidifiers, which can also be in the form of houseplants, play a vital role in creating a cosy indoor environment during the colder months. These devices work by adding moisture to the air, a process called humidification. This not only imparts a comforting warmth but also offers numerous health benefits. However, like any technology, humidifiers have their considerations. This article is a comprehensive guide to humidifiers, exploring their advantages and potential concerns. Types of Humidifiers Humidifiers come in several different types, each with its unique features…
Let’s be honest: The winter season is meant to be cozy—and a little bit lazy. Nothing beats curling up by the fire under a pile of blankets to binge-watch your favorite rom-coms or TV shows. Not stepping foot outdoors to brave the brutally chilly temps seems like a welcomed idea, too. But alas, when you’re on a weight loss journey, chilling out on the couch all day long seems pretty counterproductive to your efforts. Get excited, because you don’t have to carve out an hour of your time for an intense workout. Instead, we chatted with an expert who shares…
Hair masks help nourish your mane by minimizing breakage and giving your hair that coveted healthy glow, all from the cozy confines of your home.Hair masks offer a simple way to restore your mane game. You can skip the salon and pick up a hair mask from any drugstore. Or, you can get fancy and DIY your own!Here’s how you can work a hair mask into your hair care routine.A hair mask is not that thing when you cover your face with your hair like the girl who climbed out of the TV in The Ring. (Trigger warning!) The hair…
Take a Minute to Consider These Questions Are you frequently late because you must check the stove eight or nine times to ensure it’s off before leaving your house? Do you wash your hands often, trying to get them clean, but never really feel they are? Are you unable to throw anything away because you think it may be useful at some point in the future? Do you become worried that you will somehow lose control of your behavior and hurt someone, even though you never have? Do you perform a verbal or physical ritual that you feel helps ensure…
If you’re looking to lose weight, reevaluating your eating habits is an excellent place to start. A healthy diet that includes plenty of fresh fruits and veggies has been scientifically proven to help with weight loss. But shedding unwanted pounds goes beyond your shopping list; it also means establishing a calorie deficit. You can do this by consuming fewer calories than you torch each day. Tracking calories may sound easier said than done, but we’re here to help. For instance, if you’re wondering how many calories are in a banana, we chatted with an expert who reveals exactly that—along with…