Lindsay Curtis

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Articles

Pyuria (White Blood Cells in Urine): Causes & Treatment

1 week ago | health.com | Lindsay Curtis

Marvin Samuel Tolentino Pineda / Getty Images Pyuria is a term that describes the presence of pus, which is mostly made up of white blood cells, in urine. Urine typically contains very few or no white blood cells. The most common cause of pyuria is a urinary tract infection (UTI), but other conditions can also cause it. Pyuria may also occur as a side effect of some medications.
How Much Sleep Should You Get After Exercise for Muscle Recovery?

2 weeks ago | health.com | Lindsay Curtis

RealPeopleGroup / Getty Images High-quality sleep is an essential part of any exercise routine or training program. It helps your muscles recover, reduces soreness, and prepares your body for the next workout. While stretching, hydration, and nutrition support muscle repair and recovery, sleep is one of the most powerful—and often overlooked—tools for building muscle strength and boosting endurance.
How Long Does Fish Oil Stay in Your System?

2 weeks ago | verywellhealth.com | Lindsay Curtis

Fish oil can remain in your body for several days to weeks, depending on factors such as dose, frequency, and metabolism. Jump to Key Takeaways. A half-life is the time it takes for the amount of a substance in your body to decrease by half. The half-life of fish oil's main components, omega-3 fatty acids EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), are 37 hours and 46 hours, respectively.
The Average Weight for Women Based on Age and Height

2 weeks ago | health.com | Lindsay Curtis |Danielle Weiss

Fiordaliso / Getty Images The average weight for women in the United States is about 170 pounds, and the average height is 5 feet 3 inches. While these numbers provide a general snapshot of the national average, they don't define what's healthy for every woman. This article focuses on people born with a female reproductive system.
Understanding Severe Autism (Level 3) and Its Impact

3 weeks ago | verywellhealth.com | Lindsay Curtis

Severe autism, or level 3 autism spectrum disorder (ASD), describes individuals with the highest support needs on the autism spectrum. Individuals with level 3 autism face significant challenges in communication, with social interactions, and with repetitive behaviors that impact their daily lives and require substantial support throughout their lifetime. Jump to Key Takeaways.
Are Weight Loss and Fat Loss Different? What You Need To Know

3 weeks ago | health.com | Lindsay Curtis |Amelia MacIntyre

Olha Danylenko / Getty Images Weight loss and fat loss are often confused as the same thing. Weight loss involves lowering overall body weight from any source, including water, muscle, and fat. Fat loss involves lowering body fat (adipose tissue) while maintaining or increasing lean muscle mass. Losing fat improves metabolism and heart health, as well as lowering the risk of chronic (long-term) conditions.
ADHD vs. Autism: Understanding the Differences and Similarities

4 weeks ago | verywellhealth.com | Lindsay Curtis

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are neurodevelopmental conditions that affect how you think, learn, and behave. While ADHD and autism are separate diagnoses, they share some overlapping traits, and many people live with both. Jump to Key Takeaways.
Migraine and Anxiety: What Is the Connection?

4 weeks ago | verywellhealth.com | Lindsay Curtis

Migraine and anxiety are closely linked. It is a bidirectional relationship, in which each condition increases the risk of developing the other. Studies show that more than 50% of people with migraine have at least one anxiety disorder, such as generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) or panic disorder. Jump to Key Takeaways. Migraine and anxiety are both associated with low serotonin levels, a hormone that helps regulate mood and pain perception.
Can Sleep Apnea Cause Weight Gain?

1 month ago | health.com | Lindsay Curtis |Smita Patel

nicolesy / Getty Images Sleep apnea is a condition that causes breathing to stop and start repeatedly while sleeping. It may occur up to 400 times per night, with each pause lasting 10 seconds or longer. There are two main types of sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) occurs when the soft tissues in your throat relax, temporarily blocking airflow. Central sleep apnea occurs when your brain doesn't send the correct signals to the muscles that control breathing.
Are You Feeling Under the Weather Because of a Cold or COVID?

1 month ago | health.com | Lindsay Curtis |Anju Goel

skynesher / Getty Images The common cold and COVID-19 are viral illnesses with similar symptoms. Colds are upper respiratory infections that may cause mild symptoms like sneezing, nasal congestion, sore throat, and a low fever, with most people recovering in about a week. COVID is a viral infection that may cause cold-like symptoms but also affects other parts of the body and can lead to more severe illness in some people.