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Our bodies need protein for pretty much everything. It’s the building block of all the cells in our bodies—skin, muscles, bones, cartilage, hair and so much more. Getting enough is essential for our bodies to repair damaged cells and to create new ones to replace what we lose. When you get too little protein, it can seriously have an impact on your health over time. Popularized by a well-known hair treatment, one protein that gets a lot of airtime is keratin. Living cells in your skin, called keratinocytes, produce a protective layer that provides flexible strength. It also forms the…
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Your diet hasn’t changed. Your workout regimen hasn’t changed. It seems like almost everything about your lifestyle has stayed the same. So… why is the number on your scale skyrocketing? There’s nothing more frustrating than packing on the pounds—and having no idea why. If you’re experiencing unexplained weight gain, you may be speculating about the cause (and wondering what you can do to stop it in its tracks). Let’s get real: As reported by Prevention, in most cases of unexplained weight gain, calories are usually to blame. Maybe you’re eating the same amount of food, but you’re consuming meals that…
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No tongue is the same — we all have different bumps, patches and spots that, most of the time, don't point to anything serious. However, sometimes, certain sensations or physical characteristics in your mouth might indicate an underlying concerning medical condition. Read on to learn what your tongue might be telling you, and when you should start seeking treatment. White tongue: Oral thrush or lichen planus According to WebMD, creamy white patches – described as the consistency of cottage cheese – on the tongue might indicate oral thrush, a fungal infection. The infection can be caused by certain medications and…
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You might’ve heard everyone talking about gluten for the past decade, but what is it, really? Gluten is a type of protein found in grains including wheat, barley, spelt and rye. It’s found in tons of foods, and it wouldn’t be a problem if it weren’t for widespread intolerances to the substance called celiac disease. Celiac disease is a disorder in which eating gluten triggers a sometimes intense immune response in the body, causing inflammation and damage to the small intestine. Because it affects people differently, celiac disease can be difficult to diagnose. There are more than 200 known celiac…
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Water retention, also known as fluid retention or edema, occurs when excessive amounts of fluid build up inside the body. It can occur in the circulatory system or within tissues and cavities throughout the body. The result is swelling in the hands, feet, ankles and legs. There are several possible causes of water retention, most of which are not too serious or out of the ordinary. For example, it’s very common for some women to experience the condition during pregnancy or before their periods. However, in some cases, water retention can be a symptom of a more severe medical condition,…
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