Our scent can seem to say a lot about us, from what we’ve eaten to how often we bathe. But how we smell can also be indicative of how healthy we are. In some cases, body odor can even be a sign that something’s gone terribly wrong. Body odor can be a warning sign of serious disease. But how can we tell? Changes in the way we normally smell, as well as the scent of our breath and urine, can indicate...
When we feel good, many of us avoid seeing the doctor. While some of us may go for our annual checkup, others choose to skip it. Yet, especially as we mature, there may be silent, nearly symptomless conditions that could prove deadly without medical intervention. And unless we're being tested, we can't know things are going south. Even when we feel well, undergoing routine health check-ups could be...
Potassium, an essential electrolyte, is vital to human health. It controls the body’s muscles, nerves and heart function. Having too little potassium is called -hypokalemia- while having high blood levels is referred to as hyperkalemia. Both of these conditions can be dangerous, but few realize how hyperkalemia can affect our health. Common Symptoms of Hyperkalemia - A routine blood test called a basic...