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How to recognize acanthosis nigricans? _The spots are dark, velvety to the touch and often have light hairs. _They do not disappear when rubbed or washed. _They can also appear in the armpits. ADVERTISEMENT

For illustration purposes only When I turned 18, my grandma gave me a red cardigan—hand-knitted, simple, not expensive.I smiled and said, “Thanks.” That was it.She passed away a few weeks later.I never wore it. Fifteen years went by.Yesterday, my 15-year-old daughter found the cardigan in a box and asked,“Can I try it on?” The moment … Read more

Head trauma: a fall or impact can dislodge the crystals. Aging: with age, these structures become more fragile. Certain ENT infections: these can disrupt the balance system. Medications: some drugs influence calcium metabolism. Calcium or vitamin D deficiency: our diet also plays a key role! The surprising link between vitamin D, calcium, and vertigo Read … Read more

The small, round, perfectly-portioned fish in your picture represent a culinary and angling tradition passed down through generations. These fish are not a single species, but a collection of highly sought-after freshwater creatures known universally by the nickname: Panfish. The term is simple, practical, and perfectly descriptive: these are fish that are small enough to … Read more

But what should we think when each person turns their back on the other at bedtime? This position, often mistakenly perceived as distancing, is actually more nuanced than we think. In the vast majority of cases, it’s simply a personal preference linked to the need for space or better quality sleep. Sleep expert Dr. Rebecca … Read more

Arteries are the blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood throughout your body. They carry this blood to your brain, to all the major and minor organs of your body , to your muscles, and even all the way down to the tips of your fingers and toes. In healthy arteries, the blood flows freely through … Read more

I bought my husband his dream watch for our tenth anniversary. All he got me was a cheap perfume in a plastic bottle. I was so angry that I threw it aside and never wore it again. For illustrative purposes only. This was our last celebration because he passed away unexpectedly three weeks later. The … Read more

Ever slip on your favorite shoes and feel an unfamiliar pinch or itch that lingers like an uninvited guest? What if that subtle signal from your soles was your liver waving a quiet flag for help? Cool leather meets warm skin, but beneath, swelling presses or nerves tingle—hints of a deeper imbalance. Imagine reclaiming ease … Read more

Why People with Green Eyes Are So Fascinating Have you ever locked eyes with someone whose gaze sparkled a vivid, almost surreal green—and found yourself momentarily speechless? This rare eye color has captivated imaginations for centuries, carrying with it more than just striking pigment. Green eyes are wrapped in mystery, history, and even health considerations. … Read more

My grandmother continued to call her refrigerator an “icebox” until the end of her life, even though she hadn’t needed blocks of ice since the 1950s. For those who grew up hearing their parents use this word, it evokes the days when the ice cream man actually walked the streets with huge blocks wrapped in … Read more