Medical Opinion
Local identity - “ Dr John ” providing medical advice and facts with the help of WebMD . John is a retired SOS Clinic Manager , Registered RN ICU and a long time resident of Vung Tau , many locals seek his pearls of wisdom .
Diet Myths
Midnight Eating Makes You Fat
Rethink Your Ink
Put this diet myth to bed . There ’ s no conclusive proof that late-night meals cause you to put on weight . What we do know is that too many calories cause weight gain , and many night eaters do tend to overeat and choose high-calorie foods . Still , eating right before bedtime can lead to heartburn and indigestion . So try to stick to regular -- and earlier -- mealtimes .
Coffee Isn ’ t Good for You
This is a recently debunked diet myth . Coffee , when consumed in moderation ( 2 to 3 cups daily ), is a safe part of a healthy diet and contributes antioxidant phytochemicals . In fact , research suggests coffee may help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes , gallstones , Parkinson ’ s disease , even some cancers . Keep coffee calories in check , though . Steer clear of trimmings like cream , sugar , and flavored syrups .
Sugar Makes Kids Hyperactive This myth is so common it seems impossible that it isn ' t true . Yet most research shows sugar doesn ' t make all kids hyperactive . So why do kids bounce off the walls at birthday parties ? It ' s not the cake ; it ' s probably the exciting environment . Still , pay attention to how much sugar your kids eat . Eating too many sweets leaves little room for healthier food .
Too Much Sugar Causes Diabetes
Worried that your love of cake or candy will lead to diabetes ? Stop fretting about this diet myth . If you don ' t have diabetes , eating sugar won ' t cause you to get the disease . What does raise your diabetes risk , however , is being overweight and inactive . So do your body a favor : Cut back on the empty , sugary calories , and get moving !
Tattoos have been around for thousands of years , but they ’ ve really gone mainstream in the last decade or so . No matter how advanced the technology gets , it still amounts to a puncture wound filled with ink . For some people , that can cause problems , from allergic reactions to infections and more .
Allergic Reactions Some tattoo dyes , especially red , can cause an allergic reaction . The area around your tattoo might itch or swell , or you could get a rash . It can happen right after you get the tattoo or years later . If it ’ s mild -- itchy skin and a few bumps -- treat it with a steroid cream . If your reaction is worse or if doesn ’ t go away in a couple of weeks , call your doctor .
Skin Infections
If your tattoo artist doesn ’ t properly clean his equipment or uses it on more than one person , you could get an infection . If your skin swells , turns red , or feels tender , or you notice a pus-like drainage from the tattoo , call the doctor . You may need antibiotics to clear it up .
Blood-borne Diseases Tattoo needles get bloody . If yours wasn ’ t cleaned well between uses , you could be exposed to diseases spread by blood , like hepatitis B or C , tetanus , or HIV . Choose your tattoo artist wisely . Make sure needles and other instruments are sterilized and that your artist wears gloves .
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