What is Benicar HCT, and what is it used for? Benicar HCT (olmesartan medoxomil-hydrochlorothiazide) is a combination of an angiotensin II receptor antagonist and a thiazide diuretic (water pill) used to treat the symptoms of high blood pressure (hypertension). Benicar HCT may be used alone or with other medications. It is not known if Benicar …

Home Remedies Whether you spend time swimming or have to make your way across the street in heavy rain, there are many ways for water to get into your ear. When that happens, it can tickle the inner ear. The sensation may spread to your throat and jawbone.  Usually, gravity does its job, and the water drains from your ear …

What are STDs? Most sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) cannot be transmitted through clothing. However, some such as pubic lice, scabies and molluscum contagiosum can be transmitted by sharing clothes with an infected person. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also called sexually transmitted infections (STIs), are a group of infections that can spread through any type of sexual contact. They are generally …

How to reverse osteoporosis through diet and exercise Fifty percent of all women over 50 in the United States will fracture a bone because of osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is extremely common yet it often goes undiagnosed and even unnoticed. Due to how widespread it is, many wonder how or if it can be prevented. Diet and lifestyle changes are often thought …

When it comes to healthy bread options, varieties made from 100% whole grains are loaded with essential nutrients and dietary fiber When it comes to healthy bread options, gone are the days when your only choices were those made from refined flour. Nowadays, there are a wide range of varieties available, made from whole grains such as wheat, oats, barley, …

A medium-sized tomato contains only 4-5 grams of carbs and only 3 grams of sugar, making it fine to include in a keto diet Tomatoes are allowed on a keto diet. Since a keto diet is high in fats and low in carbs, fruits are usually avoided as they tend to contain a significant amount of carbs per serving. However, …

Losing lower belly fat can be quite a struggle, especially if you have had it for some time. Abdominal fat does not only increase your risk for some diseases but may also affect your self-esteem.  Therefore, losing this fat could help boost your confidence and keep you safe from many diseases. These science-backed 6 tips for flat abs are a …

Heavy periods (menorrhagia) are most commonly caused by a hormonal imbalance. However, several other factors may play a role in heavy menstrual bleeding. Heavy periods (menorrhagia), defined as prolonged or excessive menstrual bleeding that can sometimes be painful, are most commonly caused by a hormonal imbalance. They can affect your quality of life and be a sign of an underlying …

Stomach ulcers are often very painful. Learn about which home remedies and medications can help relieve ulcer pain Ulcer pain is caused by irritation of the stomach and duodenal lining, sometimes due to Helicobacter pylori (H pylori) infection or long-term use of certain medication, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (ibuprofen or aspirin), or steroids. Ulcers can develop in the stomach …

Viruses cause some of the most common infections all over the world, including COVID-19. Here are the most common viral infections. Viruses are tiny germs that cause some of the most common infections all over the world, including the current global COVID-19 pandemic.  Some of the most common viral infections include: Common cold Influenza (flu) Herpes Chickenpox Mumps Human papillomavirus …