Daphine S. Cross

Having blood in your urine does not always mean you have an underlying abnormality. It may simply be the result of heavy exercise or a side effect of a drug that needs to be changed. However, other causes in females may indicate a serious medical condition, such as kidney disease, kidney or urinary stones, endometriosis, or cancer.

Should You Be Concerned About Blood in Your Urine? If you discover blood in your urine (hematuria), it could be due to any number of issues. Some causes are more worrisome than others.

Bromelain is a mixture of enzymes found naturally in the juice and stems of the pineapple plant (Ananas comosus). It's generally considered safe but is not recommended for certain groups, such as people who are pregnant or have liver or kidney disorders.

The Health Benefits of Bromelain What is bromelain? Get the scoop on this natural substance sourced from pineapples, which may help ease knee pain and sinusitis.

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an inflammatory autoimmune disease.

With RA, your immune system mistakenly attacks the tissues in your joints. This leads to inflammation, which commonly causes joints to be painful, swollen, and stiff.

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How Does Rheumatoid Arthritis Affect the Eyes? Itchy, dry eyes in rheumatoid arthritis isn't uncommon. Learn more about the causes and types of eye symptoms in RA.

A chef with a family history of type 2 diabetes offers her tips for enjoying Latin food while managing blood sugar and weight.

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4 Type 2 Diabetic Diet Tips for Lovers of Latin Food White rice, sweets, and red meat are staples in Latin cuisine, but those ingredients aren’t good for diabetics. Here, a chef with a family history of type 2 diabetes shares her tips for making Latin food without risking weight gain and blood sugar spikes.

Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are the most common type of bacterial infection diagnosed today, with more than half of all women experiencing at least one UTI during their lifetime. However, there are many ways one can help prevent UTIs from occurring in the first place.

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Preventing Urinary Tract Infections Help prevent urinary tract infections, or UTIs, with expert tips. Habits such as urinating frequently, as well as after having s*x, drinking lots of water, avoiding certain products, and using lubrication may help prevent UTI occurrence.

From salads and tacos to toasts and smoothies, these anti-inflammatory recipes can help ease psoriasis symptoms and improve your overall health.

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7 Easy Lunch Recipes to Beat Psoriasis Foods that may help improve psoriasis symptoms are anti-inflammatory and nutrient-rich. Read on for delicious ideas for your anti-psoriasis diet.

The pancreas is the organ that produces the hormone insulin. Insulin is essential for regulating blood glucose levels. Problems with the pancreas and insulin can lead to diabetes.

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Diabetes and the pancreas: Insulin, complications, and function The pancreas plays a role in diabetes because it produces insulin and helps regulate blood sugar levels. We look into the links between diabetes and the pancreas.

Sugar is fine for you in small amounts, but too much can lead to weight gain, acne, type 2 diabetes, and can increase your risk of several serious medical conditions.

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11 Reasons Why Too Much Sugar Is Bad for You Experts believe that excess sugar consumption is a major cause of obesity and many chronic diseases. Here are 11 negative health effects of consuming too much sugar.

Muscle relaxers aren’t a first-line treatment for migraine. Still, a doctor or healthcare professional may prescribe certain muscle relaxers, such as tizanidine, to treat migraine or other types of headaches. But in most cases, the risks may outweigh the benefits.

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Can Muscle Relaxers Help Treat Migraine? Some doctors prescribe muscle relaxers, such as tizanidine, off label to treat migraine. But are they effective?

The water you consume can be absorbed within minutes of ingestion. Your kidneys always work, so whatever is left will come out via urine or sweat. This happens much faster than it takes solid food to pass out of your body as stool.

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How Long Does It Take to Digest Water and Make Its Way Out? After you drink water, it doesn't take long at all for your body to digest it. Here's how that works, as well as how it works its way through your body.

New research shows metabolically healthy and unhealthy ‘forms’ of obesity are linked to a greater risk of developing obesity-related cancers.

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Cancer Risk: How It's Impacted By Obesity and Metabolic Health Metabolically healthy and unhealthy ‘forms’ of obesity are linked to an increased risk of developing obesity-related cancers, according to new research.

If you’re treating occasional heartburn, you might want to take famotidine at least 15 minutes before eating. Otherwise, the best time to take famotidine will depend on the condition causing your acid reflux.

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When’s the Best Time to Take Famotidine (Pepcid)? The best time to take famotidine (Pepcid) depends on the condition you’re taking it to treat. We cover all the dosing guidelines.