Medical News Today


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Depression
What to know about antidepressants that cause weight loss
Most antidepressant medications cause weight gain as a side effect. Bupropion is an example of an antidepressant that may lead to weight loss in some people.
11 of the best stress relief products
Stress relief products include items such as adult coloring books and weighted blankets. Learn more about stress relief products for use at home and work here.
Best mood tracker apps
Mood tracker apps help people understand what lifestyle factors affect their mood. Here, we review 14 of the best mood tracker apps and describe how they work.
How can mental health counselors help?
Mental health counselors provide support for anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and more. Learn about the costs and how to find help here.
5 places to learn meditation online
There are many free and paid-for tools a person can use to learn meditation online. Here are five options, as well as their features and costs.
How to find online group therapy
A person can find online group therapy by asking a doctor for recommendations, or by searching online. Here are four tips to get started.


Hypertension
Blood pressure drugs may improve COVID-19 survival
New research finds that angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACE inhibitors) and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) help treat severe COVID-19.


Men's Health
Which vitamins help with erectile dysfunction?
There is no evidence that vitamins can cure ED. However, some vitamins may help with a person's overall sexual health and function.
What is the best treatment method for ED?
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a condition that makes it difficult to get or maintain an erection. Several treatment options are available for ED. Learn more.
What to know about dry humping
Dry humping is sexual contact, but without the contact of body fluids, usually through underwear or clothes. Medical professionals call this outercourse. Learn more.
Sex: How long does it last?
There is no right or wrong duration, and partners should decide together what makes sex satisfying. Learn more about what affects the duration of sex here.
Porn: Is it bad for you?
Pornography does not endorse a single ethic or approach to sex, and as such, can be neither good nor bad.
What to know about penis swelling
What are the causes of a swollen penis? Read on to find some of the potential causes, as well as the treatment options and prevention tips.
What to know about penis sensitivity
What are the possible causes of a sensitive penis? Read on to discover possible causes of penis sensitivity, treatment options, and prevention tips.


Neurology / Neuroscience
Top CBD creams for nerve pain and damage
What are some of the top CBD products that may help with nerve damage? Read on to discover what the research says and get a list of products to potentially try.


Nutrition / Diet
Weight loss meal plans
There are many weight loss meal plans to choose from. Here is a 7-day meal plan, plus what the research says about the best diets.
Study found plastic in every seafood sample it analyzed
In a recent study, scientists assessed the microplastic content of seafood. To the authors' surprise, they found plastic in every sample tested.
What to know about low calorie meal plans
What is a low calorie diet, and what is an effective low calorie meal plan? Read on to discover what the diet might involve and an example meal plan.
What to include on a keto grocery list
What would a keto grocery list look like? Read on to discover what the keto diet is, which foods to add to a grocery list, and some recipe and meal ideas.


Pain / Anesthetics
What to know about CBD for inflammation
Cannabidiol (CBD) may be beneficial in treating pain and inflammation. CBD is a compound from the cannabis plant. Learn more about it here.
What to know about Advil and Aleve: Differences and similarities
What are Advil and Aleve, and what are their differences and similarities? This article also covers how to take them safely and whether or not to take both.


Respiratory
6 top mattresses for sleep apnea
People with sleep apnea may benefit from mattresses that allow them to sleep on their side or elevate their head. This article lists six options.
Study finds link between low fungi diversity in lungs and severity of ARDS
Research finds a link between the diversity of fungi in the lungs of people with acute respiratory distress syndrome and the severity of the condition.
ASV machines: What they are, how they work, best available, and more
An Adaptive Servo-Ventilation (ASV) machine provides an alternative treatment for Sleep Apnea and the more common CPAP machines. Learn more.
What are some of the top pillows for sleep apnea?
Are special pillows helpful for managing sleep apnea symptoms? Read on to discover what the research says and a list of some pillows that may help.