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Welcome to this week's MNT newsletter, bringing you the headlines and updated stories of the past week from our team of expert writers. Stay informed with the latest developments in the current COVID-19 outbreak and our dedicated COVID-19 daily newsletter. |
| Bones / Orthopedics |
| What to know about pain in the front of the knee Many factors can cause pain in the top of the knee, ranging from minor injuries to health conditions. Learn about the causes and treatments for knee pain here. |
| Depression |
| Wellbutrin: Can it cause anxiety? Wellbutrin is a medication for depression, and some people may experience new or worsening anxiety while taking it. Learn more. |
| GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology |
| What causes trapped gas and how to relieve it Passing gas is a normal part of the digestion process. However, trapped gas can feel painful. Learn about the causes and treatment of trapped gas here. |
| What to know about gas at night Gas at night could be a normal part of the digestive process, or it could signal a medical condition. Learn about the causes and treatments for gas at night. |
| What to know about constipation after diarrhea Having constipation after diarrhea is uncommon and can be unsettling. Medications or dietary changes may affect bowel movements and cause these drastic changes. |
| Hypertension |
| Medical Myths: All about hypertension In this edition of Medical Myths, we challenge some common misconceptions that surround hypertension. We cover medication, risk factors, salt, and more. |
| Neurology / Neuroscience |
| Is it possible to sleep with a concussion? Is it possible to sleep with a concussion? Read on to find out if a person can sleep, what happens during a concussion, some symptoms, and some recovery tips. |
| What is a seizure? An abnormal electrical discharge in the brain causes a seizure. There are different types of seizure, and each has different symptoms. Learn more here. |
| Can humans get mad cow disease? The human form of mad cow disease, variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, is a rare and fatal degenerative disorder that destroys the brain and spinal cord. Learn more. |
| Nutrition / Diet |
| Heart health: Mediterranean versus low fat diet A recent study explores the effects of a Mediterranean diet versus a low-fat diet on key biological processes linked to cardiovascular health. |
| Revive Superfoods review Revive Superfoods offer smoothies and small prepared meals. Learn more about the Revive Superfoods service and its potential health benefits here. |
| What are the differences between Blue Apron and Home Chef? Blue Apron and Home Chef are meal kit companies that help people who struggle for time cook healthful meals at home. Learn more about the differences between the two brands here. |
| Study finds no evidence that vegan diet benefits specific blood type New research finds no strong evidence for the so-called blood type diet, which suggests that veganism benefits people with type A blood the most. |
| Personal Chef To Go review Personal Chef to Go is a prepared meal delivery service that people can order on a weekly basis. Learn more about Personal Chef to Go and how the service works. |
| Icon Meals review Icon Meals sell traditional American meals that are high in protein. Learn more about Icon Meals and the potential health benefits of their offerings here. |
| What are the best meal delivery services for families? Subscribing to a ready-to-eat meal program or meal kit service for a family is one way to free-up time. Meal kits are also a good way to get children involved in cooking. Learn more about different meal delivery services that are suitable for families with different dietary requirements here. |
| Is the sugar substitute stevia bad for our health? Emerging evidence suggests that stevia â a natural substitute for cane sugar â may have a negative effect on health by disrupting gut bacteria. |
| Nurture Life for kids: Benefits and risks Nurture Life is a meal delivery service that offers preprepared meals for children. Learn about the pros and cons of Nurture Life for kids here. |
| How to choose a low carb meal delivery service Following a low carb diet, which limits the number of carbs, can be hard. We list a few low carb delivery services that can help stick to a low carb diet. |
| What meal delivery brands offer low sodium options? Meal delivery brands with low sodium options offer people who prefer to follow a low sodium diet the freedom to eat healthfully and conveniently. Learn more about different low sodium meal delivery brands here. |
| Sexual Health / STDs |
| The benefits of sexercise and how to practice it Sexercise is exercise a person does to improve their sexual performance and function. Physical fitness can make sex both easier and more satisfying. |
| Women's Health / Gynecology |
| When do you ovulate? Duration and symptoms People are most fertile 12â24 hours after they ovulate, when one ovary releases an egg and it travels to the uterus. Learn more here. |
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