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Severe Lower Abdominal Pain During Pregnancy

Having a baby is one of the most natural things in the world. You’ve probably heard people say this, or entertained this thought yourself. However, acknowledging the truth of this statement does little to help you relax when you are pregnant. Pregnancy can be a time of great joy, expectation and bliss. It can also create anxiety and stress in your life, especially when symptoms arise that may signal a problem with your pregnancy. The March of Dimes warns that severe abdominal cramping during pregnancy requires a call to your health care provider.

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Does Fish Oil Lower Cholesterol Levels?

Health fads come and go. Some are tastier than others. Fish oil may not be your first choice for a midafternoon or late-night snack, but it can offer some short-term and long-term benefits that just might change your mind. The next time you get a hankering for a treat, think fish.

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How to Prep Your Holiday Budget for Rising Prices

As tariffs and inflation threaten to drive up prices on holiday gifts and other seasonal expenses, it’s more important than ever to prep your holiday budget to avoid debt and manage spending. A study from BankRate found that 41% of consumers are worried that holiday gifts will be more expensive this year and 27% expect to spend more this holiday season than last.

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Gum Health and Its Surprising Connection to Heart Disease

When it comes to heart health, most people think of cholesterol, blood pressure, and even genetics. What rarely ever comes up? The gums. But here's the thing that many people do not know about gum health: how healthy or unhealthy your gums are can actually have a pretty big influence on how healthy or unhealthy…

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Upper Abdominal Pain in Pregnancy

If you have upper abdominal pain during pregnancy, it’s not necessarily to automatically switch into panic mode, according to the March of Dimes. But any severe and long-lasting stomach pain or discomfort accompanied by dizziness or bleeding is considered a medical emergency; prompt medical help is essential in such circumstances to protect you and your future son or daughter.