Over one hundred health conditions can contribute to the body’s inability to absorb food nutrients. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful. Get a checkup Visit your healthcare provider to find out whether your malabsorption is the result of a treatable medical problem.

Radioactive iodine is a medicine that you take one time. After you swallow it, it is taken up by your thyroid gland. Depending on the dosage used, the radioactivity in the iodine destroys most or all of the tissue in your thyroid gland, but it does...

L-Tyrosine How Much Is Usually Taken by Dieters? Most people should not supplement with L-tyrosine. Some human research with people suffering from a variety of conditions used 100 mg per 2.2 pounds of body weight, equivalent to about 7 grams per day for an average-sized person. The appropriate amount to use in people...

Even with treatment, symptoms of bipolar disorder can be hard to manage. This can make school a challenge. Regular communication with your child and with teachers, coaches, and other staff is an important part of helping your child succeed. Work with your child and your child's teachers and school counselor to build an...

Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food

Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food

Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food

Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food

Briefly discusses the types of sunburn and other problems that might occur with a sunburn, such as heat rash or heat exhaustion. Covers what factors increase the risk of getting a sunburn. Offers interactive tool to help decide when to seek care. Also offers home treatment tips.

What is acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)? Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a serious lung problem. Fluid builds up in the lungs, causing breathing failure and low oxygen levels in the blood. ARDS is life-threatening, because it keeps organs like the brain and kidneys from getting the oxygen they...