Nutrition basics
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Hypothyroidism: Should I take iodine supplements?
Although iodine deficiency can cause hypothyroidism, this deficiency is rare in the United States.
Hypothyroidism: Can calcium supplements interfere with treatment?
Calcium supplements can interfere with how the body absorbs medications used to treat hypothyroidism.
Hypothyroidism diet: Can certain foods increase thyroid function?
There's no evidence that eating or avoiding certain foods will help the thyroid work better in people with underactive thyroid.
How to treat baby eczema
Learn simple remedies to easing your baby's discomfort from the pain and irritation of this skin rash.
How to treat a piercing site infection
Learn what you can do at home if your ear new piercing becomes infected.
How to track saturated fat
Knowing how much saturated fat is in the foods you eat can help you meet your health and nutrition goals.
High-protein diets: Are they safe?
Considering a high-protein diet for weight loss? Understand the precautions first.
High cholesterol in children: How is it treated?
High cholesterol in children can lead to narrowed and hardened arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease later in life.
Heavy periods: Can folic acid help?
Heavy periods may cause iron deficiency anemia. Folic acid supplements can't treat that.
Heartburn medicines and B-12 deficiency
Acid-controlling medicines may do more than prevent heartburn. They also may keep vitamin B-12 from being absorbed.
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