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Jan 19, 2023

Can BV Cause A Positive Chlamydia Test?

If you've just had a chlamydia test come back positive and you're also dealing with bacterial vaginosis (BV), it's natural to wonder whether the two are connected, or whether BV somehow tricked the test. The short answer: BV and chlamydia...

Jan 18, 2023

Can A Man Give A Woman BV?

There is still a large amount of confusion regarding bacterial vaginosis; more specifically, there is still a grey area around how exactly BV can spread between sexual partners. A common question we see repeatedly online (regarding BV) is whether or...

Jan 18, 2023

What is chaga mushroom & what does it do to your body?

What is chaga mushroom? Chaga mushroom (Inonotus obliquus) is a type of fungus that grows mainly on the bark of birch trees in colder climates, such as in Russia, Korea, and Northern Europe. It has been used in traditional medicine...

Jan 18, 2023

What is lion's mane mushroom good for?

What is lion's mane mushroom good for? Lion's mane mushroom, also known as Hericium erinaceus, is a medicinal mushroom that has been traditionally used in Asia for its potential health benefits. Some studies have suggested that lion's mane mushroom may...

Jan 18, 2023

What does cordyceps do for the body?

What does cordyceps do for the body? Cordyceps is a type of fungus that is often used in traditional Chinese medicine. It is believed to have a variety of health benefits, including improving lung function, increasing energy, and enhancing the...