Alyssa Sybertz

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Alyssa Sybertz is an award-winning freelance writer and editor with a decade of experience writing about health, wellness, and food. Her work has appeared in national publications including Woman’s World, First for Women, Southern Living, Food & Wine, Reader’s Digest, Parents, CNN, TIME, HealthCentral, Allrecipes and more. She has also edited numerous bookazines on topics including weight loss, thyroid health, and gut health, and is the author of The OMAD Diet.

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Glipizide food interactions

Staying away from certain things, such as alcohol, simple carbs, and sugary drinks, is important on this Rx

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How long does Trulance last?

This medication can relieve constipation for up to one to two days with each dose

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Metformin nursing considerations

Find out if this Type 2 diabetes treatment affects your infant

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Can you take Tylenol or ibuprofen with Nurtec?

It’s safe to take this migraine Rx with over-the-counter pain relievers

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Can you take Linzess with coffee?

It’s safe to drink caffeine with this IBS medication, but there are some side effects to note

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9 benefits of cashews

They’re rich in healthy fats, protein, antioxidants, and important vitamins

A scale and a pill bottle | Does levothyroxine cause weight gain?

Levothyroxine and weight gain 101

When you take the correct dosage, this medication can make weight loss easier

A woman holding a bottle of pills | Nurtec and pregnancy

Is Nurtec safe during pregnancy?

It’s unknown, but there are alternatives to treat migraine when you’re expecting

A woman touching her ear and ear drops | how to relieve sinus pressure in ears

Health Education

7 ways to relieve ear pressure

When your eustachian tubes are clogged, these six tips can help them drain and relieve pain

A cocktail, a hamburger, and a milkshake | Foods to avoid while on Saxenda

4 foods to avoid while on Saxenda

Skip these menu items to help reduce unpleasant side effects and maximize results

Two glasses of water | A dehydration headache treatment

Health Education

How to fix a dehydration headache

Low water intake may be behind your pain. Here’s how to tell and what to do about it.

Updated on Jan. 14, 2025