Infant growth: Whats normal? - Mayo Clinic A baby's head size is measured to get an idea of how well the brain is growing During the first month, a baby's head may increase about 1 inch (2 5 centimeters) But on average, the skull grows about 0 4 inches (1 centimeter) each month Your baby's health care provider will track growth at well-baby exams
Calorie calculator - Mayo Clinic If you're pregnant or breast-feeding, are a competitive athlete, or have a metabolic disease, such as diabetes, the calorie calculator may overestimate or underestimate your actual calorie needs
Digestion: How long does it take? - Mayo Clinic More digestive fluids in the small intestine break down the food into the nutrients your body can use The small intestine absorbs nutrients to circulate in your blood On average, it takes about six hours for food to move through the stomach and small intestine The digested food then travels into the large intestine, also called the colon
Blood pressure chart: What your reading means - Mayo Clinic A diagnosis of high blood pressure is usually based on the average of two or more readings taken on separate visits The first time your blood pressure is checked, it should be measured in both arms to see if there is a difference After that, the arm with the higher reading should be used An accurate reading is important
Water: How much should you drink every day? - Mayo Clinic How much water should you drink each day? It's a simple question with no easy answer Studies have produced varying recommendations over the years But your individual water needs depend on many factors, including your health, how active you are and where you live No single formula fits everyone
Menopause - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic During the transition, the amount of hormones your ovaries make varies Perimenopause can last 2 to 8 years The average is about four years The hormone changes can cause symptoms such as: Irregular periods Vaginal dryness Hot flashes Night sweats Sleep problems Mood changes Trouble finding words and remembering, often called brain fog
Caffeine content for coffee, tea, soda and more - Mayo Clinic Caffeinated drinks aren’t just for mornings any longer But do you know how much caffeine you’re getting when you drink coffee, tea, sodas or energy drinks? Experts say up to 400 milligrams (mg) of caffeine a day may be safe for most adults But if you get headaches or are restless or nervous
Alzheimers stages: How the disease progresses - Mayo Clinic The rate of progression for Alzheimer's disease varies widely On average, people with Alzheimer's disease live between three and 11 years after diagnosis But some live 20 years or more How far the disease has advanced when diagnosed can affect life expectancy