Stopping a medication?
How we make memories
How high blood pressure harms your health
Cholesterol's various forms
Risk factors for MCI and dementia
How to fall without injury
Are you at risk for high blood pressure?
Handling tough decisions as a caregiver
Treating mild cognitive impairment
Time for a medication check-up?
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Digestive enzyme supplements for heartburn?
A digestive enzyme supplement can be helpful for people who have difficulty digesting certain foods, but taking one to treat a condition such as heartburn may or may not provide any relief.
Harvard Health Ad Watch: Why are toilets everywhere in this drug ad?
An ad for a medication featuring a person sitting on a toilet in multiple settings is eye-catching, but as with most drug ads, it doesn't provide some important information — such as common symptoms of the condition the drug is meant to treat.
Should I worry about the side effects of proton-pump inhibitors?
People with esophagitis (esophageal inflammation) can use proton-pump inhibitors to manage their acid reflux. This kind of medication can protect against scarring and narrowing of the lower esophagus.
Can apple cider vinegar curb appetite?
Drinking apple cider vinegar before bedtime isn't proven to curb appetite or promote weight loss. Doing so can also lead to heartburn or reflux and erode tooth enamel. To consume it more safely, people can blend apple cider vinegar with water or into salad dressings.
Stopping a medication?
How we make memories
How high blood pressure harms your health
Cholesterol's various forms
Risk factors for MCI and dementia
How to fall without injury
Are you at risk for high blood pressure?
Handling tough decisions as a caregiver
Treating mild cognitive impairment
Time for a medication check-up?
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