Nutrition basics
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Alkaline water: Better than plain water?
Health claims about alkaline water abound, but plain water is usually best.
Vasectomy
Find out more about this procedure that provides nearly 100 percent effective male birth control by cutting the supply of sperm to semen.
Ocular migraine: When to seek help
Flashes of light, zigzagging patterns and temporary blindness — what does it all mean?
Taurine in energy drinks: What is it?
Energy drink ingredients can cause concern for some who consume these beverages.
Monosodium glutamate (MSG): Is it harmful?
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) can trigger headaches and other symptoms in some people.
High-protein diets: Are they safe?
Considering a high-protein diet for weight loss? Understand the precautions first.
Macrocytosis: What causes it?
Enlarged red blood cells (macrocytosis) can be due to many factors.
Priapism
Understand the symptoms, possible causes and treatment of prolonged erection of the penis, including when to seek emergency care.
Klinefelter syndrome
This genetic disorder occurs when a male is born with an extra copy of the X chromosome and may result in low testosterone production and infertility.
VLDL cholesterol: Is it harmful?
Like LDL cholesterol, very-low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) cholesterol is considered a type of 'bad' cholesterol.
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