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Los alimentos básicos comunes en las comunidades latinas, como el arroz blanco o amarillo y las tortillas, son frecuentemente algunos de los primeros platillos que las personas en espacios de salud y bienestar sugieren recortar al intentar tener una dieta saludable. Pero algunos dietistas están tratando de cambiar eso. En su lugar, quieren que las personas mantengan un estilo de vida saludable sin sacrificar su cultura. Algunos nutricionistas y dietistas se han empezado a expresar sobre por qué una falta de representación puede ser dañina para los latinos y otras personas de color que buscan ayuda para formar una mejor relación con la comida....

Fatty liver disease is characterized by the presence of abnormal amounts of fat in the liver, which is called steatosis. If you have fat in your liver but no other damage, you are thought to have nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). If left untreated, inflammation and liver cell damage can occur, causing a disease called nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). NASH is associated with cirrhosis, end-stage liver disease, and liver transplantation, and is often associated with cardiovascular-related diseases....

Ferulic acid is an organic compound often used in anti-aging skin creams and serums, in addition to a dietary supplement. It’s believed to neutralize free radicals, unstable molecules that damage and age cells. Used topically (on the skin), ferulic acid is often used to protect the skin from aging, sun damage, and skin cancer. As a supplement, it’s had some attention from researchers as a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, and other health conditions....

There are many causes of groin pain, or discomfort in the area where your abdomen meets your legs. The most common ones are muscle, tendon, and ligament strains, which often affect athletes but can happen to anyone. But other things—such as an inguinal (groin) hernia, hip fracture, hip arthritis, and even kidney stones—can directly or indirectly cause groin pain too. Reviewing groin pain symptoms—including their location, severity, onset, and frequency—can help pinpoint the underlying cause....

Different groups and communities can have markedly different levels of health. Some populations can have higher rates of cancer, for example, while others might be more likely to be obese or use tobacco. These differences in health or medical conditions are called health disparities, and they can have a profound impact on the public health of a community. Definition The U.S. government defines health disparity as “a particular type of health difference that is closely linked with social or economic disadvantage....

President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris have announced a group of public health experts and scientists that will make up their COVID-19 advisory board. Key Takeaways President-elect Joe Biden announced a 13-member COVID task force full of prominent doctors, scientists, and public health experts.The newly announced advisory board will be tasked with combating COVID-19 and stopping the spread of the virus, which could include a nationwide mask mandate.The Biden-Harris plan also includes steps to invest $25 billion for vaccine deployment and distribution that will guarantee it gets to “every American, cost-free....

Most people diagnosed with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) are in middle adulthood, but the condition can start in childhood. ADPKD is a slow-developing condition, so symptoms usually aren’t noticeable until cysts grow large enough to affect renal (kidney) function. This article will discuss how ADPKD is diagnosed, including self-checks, physical examination, labs, other tests, and differential diagnosis. Self-Checks/At-Home Testing It is not possible to diagnose ADPKD on your own....

Diabetic retinopathy is an eye condition that can cause vision loss and even blindness in people with diabetes. It is caused by high blood sugar (glucose) levels, which can affect blood vessels in the retina of the eye. Diabetic retinopathy can be diagnosed by a healthcare provider, usually an ophthalmologist, through a comprehensive dilated eye exam. Additional eye exams might be performed based on the results of the dilated eye exam....

Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is the most common type of anemia. Anemia results when red blood cells (RBCs) are low in numbers or low in hemoglobin—a protein in the RBCs that helps to carry oxygen to your tissues. IDA occurs when the body doesn’t have enough of the mineral iron. The body needs iron to make hemoglobin. When there isn’t enough iron in the bloodstream, the rest of the body cannot get the oxygen it needs....

Your heart rate is the number of times your heart beats in one minute. While heart rate normally increases with activity, your resting heart rate (the number of times that your heart beats in one minute while you are sitting at rest) is an indicator of your heart function. If a heart beats too much or does not beat enough, it’s a sign that it’s not functioning properly. This means your heart is either working too hard or not hard enough to support your body....

Anxiety is a feeling of tension, worry, and unease. Everyone experiences anxiety to some degree, and it’s a natural response to stress. It can help you cope with difficult situations, such as taking a test or tackling a problem at work. However, for people with an anxiety disorder, anxiety occurs often and can be overwhelming. Over 40 million adults in the United States (19.1%) have an anxiety disorder. You can cope with anxiety caused by everyday stressors with some simple strategies on your own if you don’t have this mental disorder....

A liver transplant is a complex surgical procedure during which a liver that has been severely damaged is surgically removed and replaced with a donated liver from a living or deceased donor. The procedure is the only cure for end-stage liver disease or liver failure, which can be fatal. For people with severe liver disease, a liver transplant can mean the difference between dying of liver failure and a decade or more of improved health....

Platelets are cells that circulate in the blood. They bind together when damage to blood vessels occurs, like when you get a cut. The platelets come together and make a blood clot, keeping the cut from bleeding further. However, some people have low platelet counts, known as thrombocytopenia, which may be due to a variety of conditions and lifestyle factors. Platelet counts can also be inherited. There is no hard evidence showing that foods can improve platelet count....

Male breast cancer is a rare disease in which cancer cells develop in the breast tissue. Though breast cancer is often viewed as a disease that affects women, men account for about 1% of all breast cancer diagnoses in the United States every year. Knowing the signs of male breast cancer is key to getting an early diagnosis. This requires meeting with a healthcare provider who can assess your symptoms and risk of disease....

Myeloma is the 14th most common cancer in the United States. It’s also known as Kahler disease, myelomatosis, plasma cell myeloma, and plasmacytoma. Multiple myeloma is a cancer that develops from cells called plasma cells. These plasma cells create copious amounts of antibodies (immune proteins). They’re typically found in the bone marrow but can also develop in other areas of the body, especially once they become myeloma. Myelomas were predicted to account for 1....

Two to three of every 1,000 babies born in the United States are born with a hearing loss. Hearing is essential to language and speech formation. All babies should have their hearing screened within one month of birth and, ideally, before a baby leaves the hospital or birthing center. The screening is quick—taking roughly five to 10 minutes—and painless. Using computers, ear probes, and, sometimes, electrodes (small devices that can record brain activity), a trained professional will test how the baby’s ear and brain respond to sound....

Non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy (NPDR) includes the early stages of diabetes-related eye disease. It can become progressively worse, but you can take steps to slow the progression. This article will highlight the stages of non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy, discuss the causes, consider what’s involved with diagnosis and treatment, and examine the prognosis. Stages of NPDR With NPDR, you may be in one of three stages. Here’s what to know about each: Stage 1: Mild In this stage, there may just be a few microaneurysms (small bulges in blood vessels)....

Oral chemotherapy includes pills, capsules, and liquids used to treat cancer. Unlike intravenous (IV) chemotherapy, oral treatments can often be taken at home. Oral chemotherapy is usually taken in rounds or cycles to give the body breaks between treatments and cut back on side effects. Chemotherapy works by damaging rapidly growing cells. Cancer cells grow and divide at an out-of-control rate, and chemotherapy can interrupt their cell cycles. Unfortunately, chemotherapy cannot distinguish cancer cells from healthy cells, so some healthy cells are also damaged in the process....

Paranoia is the feeling of being threatened or persecuted in the absence of proof showing that’s the case. You may believe you’re being lied to, stolen from, or cheated on even though you have no evidence. In extreme cases, you may believe you’re being poisoned or have a tracking device inside your body. Paranoia is a feature of some mental disorders such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. In these cases, paranoia can be extremely distressing and even disabling and dangerous....

Asthma is classified by the severity of symptoms in order to direct the appropriate treatment. Based on the frequency and severity of attacks, along with a review of inhaler use and pulmonary function tests, a doctor can classify the disease using criteria from “Expert Panel Report 3 (EPR-3) Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Asthma.” Treatment can then be staged using one or several drugs so that the disease is neither overtreated nor undertreated....