What Is the Difference Between Gingivitis and Periodontitis?

  Symptoms of gingivitis Symptoms of periodontitis Red or swollen gums Yes Yes Bleeding gums Yes Yes  Sore gums Sometimes Sometimes Bad breath Yes Yes Sensitive or loose teeth No…

4 Health Benefits of Coconut, Plus Tips for Eating It

Coconut, or Cocos nucifera, is sometimes called the “tree of life” because of its tremendous versatility—providing a high-calorie food, coconut water, fiber for ropes, and more. Coconut has gained popularity…

A Step-by-Step Guide to Stopping Breastfeeding (Chestfeeding)

Everyone who breastfeeds or chestfeeds has a unique journey, but at some point, you and your child’s breastfeeding time will end. The end of breastfeeding or chestfeeding is called weaning:…

What To Know About Uterine Cancer Symptoms

Uterine cancer occurs when cells in the uterus (an organ in the pelvis of people assigned female at birth) mutate and grow uncontrollably. Uterine cancer may cause unusual vaginal bleeding,…

17 High-Protein Foods That Beat a Protein Shake

Protein shakes are a popular way to pack in more protein between meals. Premade and homemade shakes usually contain 15-20 grams of protein, depending on the ingredients. Though many people…

20 Foods With More Potassium Than a Banana

Potassium is important for kidney, heart, muscle, and brain function. Low potassium levels can contribute to muscle weakness, high blood pressure, kidney stones, and loss of bone mass. Adults need…

What Supplements Can Make Your Poop Smell?

Dietary supplements are a popular option to improve health and wellness, often taken to provide additional nutrients not received from your diet. More than half of the adult population in…

High-FODMAP Food List: Foods To Avoid and Alternatives

FODMAPs (fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols) are short-chain carbohydrates. They aren’t absorbed well in the small intestine; they draw in water and ferment or break down in the colon.…

Signs and Symptoms of a Fungal Sinus Infection

A fungal sinus infection, also called fungal sinusitis, is when fungus causes an infection of the sinuses. The sinuses are air-filled cavities in the head that produce mucus (snot), which…

'Stealthy' Cholesterol Affects 1 in 5 People—A New Drug May Finally Offer Treatment

An experimental drug seems to nearly eliminate a major—but often overlooked—risk factor for cardiovascular disease, heart attack, and stroke. The new research, published in the New England Journal of Medicine,…