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Digestive Enzymes: When Supplements May Help GI Symptoms
Digestive enzyme supplements can help with bloating, gas, and fatty stools-but only if you have the right condition. Learn when they work, which ones to choose, and how to use them safely.
Diabetic Meal Planning: Best Foods to Eat and Worst Foods to Avoid
Learn how to plan meals for diabetes with the Plate Method: which foods to eat, which to avoid, and how to make it work in real life. No counting, no deprivation-just balanced, sustainable choices.
Over-the-Counter Medications Past Expiration: What Really Happens When You Use Them
Expired OTC meds aren't always dangerous, but they're not always effective either. Learn which ones are safe to use past their date, which ones to avoid, and how to tell if your medicine has gone bad.
Drug Recalls and Safety Alerts: How to Stay Informed About FDA Warnings
Learn how to stay informed about FDA drug recalls and safety alerts with practical steps to protect your health. Subscribe to MedWatch, check your prescriptions, and report side effects to stay safe.
Ear Infections in Children: When to Use Antibiotics, Tubes, or Watchful Waiting
Learn when antibiotics, ear tubes, or watchful waiting are the right choices for ear infections in children. Evidence-based guidance to avoid unnecessary meds and protect hearing.
Whistleblower Protections for Reporting Manufacturing Quality Issues
Whistleblower protections let manufacturing workers report safety and quality issues without fear of retaliation. Learn which laws cover you, how to file a complaint, deadlines, and what to do if you're punished for speaking up.
How to Use Refill Synchronization to Improve Medication Adherence
Refill synchronization aligns all your monthly medications to one refill date, reducing missed doses and improving adherence. Learn how it works, who benefits most, and how to get started with this proven pharmacy service.
Mineral Bone Disorder in CKD: Understanding Calcium, PTH, and Vitamin D
CKD-MBD is a systemic disorder involving calcium, phosphate, PTH, and vitamin D imbalances that damage bones and blood vessels. Learn how it develops, how it's diagnosed, and how to manage it effectively in chronic kidney disease.
Citrus Fruits and Calcium Channel Blockers: What You Need to Know About the Dangerous Interaction
Grapefruit can dangerously increase levels of certain blood pressure medications like felodipine and amlodipine, leading to low blood pressure and serious side effects. Avoid grapefruit, Seville oranges, and tangelos if you take calcium channel blockers.
Meniere’s Diet: How Sodium Restriction and Fluid Balance Reduce Vertigo and Hearing Loss
A low-sodium diet and proper fluid balance can significantly reduce vertigo, hearing loss, and tinnitus in Meniere’s disease. Learn how cutting salt to 1,500-2,000 mg daily and drinking enough water helps manage symptoms without drugs.