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    What Is a Kola Nut? - 2 day(s) ago

    Looking for a caffeine boost? You may want to try a kola nut. Learn about this bitter fruit from a registered dietitian.

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    • Kola nuts and products that contain them are uncommon in the U.S., but they’re widely used in other parts of the world. Kola nuts may help to boost your energy levels, circulation, digestion and metabolism. https://t.co/i4t4kHt4JY

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    If you have SIBO, should you be eating certain foods and avoiding others? A functional medicine specialist explains how following a low-FODMAP diet or elemental diet can help.

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    • Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) happens when there’s a disruption to the normal amount of bacteria found in your small intestine. Following a SIBO diet and changing what you eat may help manage symptoms. https://t.co/qLi9B15Gl9

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    Yes, you can. An infectious disease expert explains who’s most vulnerable for multiple bouts of shingles and how you can reduce the likelihood of them happening.

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    • What causes shingles to return after it’s already gone? A weakened immune system can allow the dormant virus to reactivate, even years after your first episode. https://t.co/gJHUcWMF8E

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    It can be hard to decipher if your abdomen pain is a kidney stone or gallstone. While their symptoms are similar, they can cause different issues in your body. Experts explain.

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    • Both gallstones and kidney stones are common and can exist inside your body without any issues. They won’t cause pain or require treatment unless they move or get big enough to block the regular flow of fluids in their respective bodily systems. https://t.co/w83rifqYJv https://t.co/0g9zU6mn9z

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    We’ve all heard that you need a tetanus shot if you step on a rusty nail. But the truth is, tetanus can come from other places, too. Find out how to protect yourself.

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    • Stepping on a rusty nail isn’t the only way to get tetanus — even minor injuries from gardening or animal scratches can be a risk. https://t.co/8w1IDhB9l8