General Health
Swollen Lymph Nodes: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Your body has hundreds of small, bean-shaped structures called lymph nodes. They are part of your lymphatic system, which helps …
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General Health
Ulceromutilating Acropathy: Symptoms & Care
Ulceromutilating acropathy is a syndrome that damages the extremities — mainly the feet, but also the hands.
General Health
Stomach Acid: What It Is and Why It Matters
In its natural state inside your stomach, this acid is highly concentrated. However, it is carefully managed by your body so it …
General Health
Rhinoplasty: What Canadians Need to Know
There are many reasons someone might consider rhinoplasty. Some people want to change the size or shape of their nose.
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Triglycerides: What Your Levels Mean for Your Heart
Triglycerides are fatty substances your body makes from the food you eat. When you consume calories that your body does not use …
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Metabolic Syndrome: Symptoms, Risks & Treatment
Metabolic syndrome is not a single disease. Instead, it is a group of related health problems that tend to cluster together in the …
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Cholesterol Levels: Tools to Lower Them Fast
Keeping your cholesterol levels in a healthy range is one of the most powerful things you can do to protect your heart.
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Cholesterol and Heart Disease: What Type Really Matters
Most Canadians have heard that cholesterol is bad for the heart. However, the real story is more nuanced.
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
High Triglycerides: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Triglycerides are the most common form of fat in the human body. After you eat, your body uses the calories it needs for immediate …
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
High Cholesterol: Causes, Risks & How to Manage It
Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that your liver naturally produces. Your body actually needs cholesterol to function …