For people living with diabetes, managing their condition is not just about maintaining healthy blood sugar levels but also protecting vital organs such as the heart, eyes, and kidneys. However, these silent threats and their interdependence often go unnoticed. More profound knowledge about this connection is crucial for effective management and preventing complications. Individuals can […]
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Calcium is important for our good health, especially for women, due to its vital role in maintaining bone health during hormonal changes such as menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause. Adequate calcium intake helps prevent osteoporosis, a condition that disproportionately affects women and increases the risk of fractures. Why is Calcium Important? Muscle function Nerve transmission Blood […]
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Winter is the season to be merry and indulge in various festivities, but it also is the time to be cautious – about our hearts! In addition to the common cold and flu, the winters bring several possible threats to heart patients, which may even turn fatal. As the temperature drops, paying extra attention to […]
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Mouth cancer, among many other kinds of cancer, can be highly preventable with lifestyle modifications and getting rid of bad habits, including chewing tobacco, drinking alcohol, or smoking cigarettes. Also known as oral cancer, it forms in the oral mouth cavity, which includes all parts of your mouth, be it lips, gums, tongue, cheeks, and […]
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Our spine consists of bones called vertebrae and discs between two bones. The disc is a vascular structure – meaning it has no blood supply of its own; instead, it gets its nutrition from the surrounding bones. Since the disc in our spine is a soft structure and takes on many loads, it degenerates over […]
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Diabetes in today’s world is a growing health concern across the world, affecting many people. With increasing rates of obesity, sedentary lifestyles, poor dietary habits, and genetic predispositions, both type 1 and type 2 diabetes have become more common. According to the National Institutes of Health, estimates in 2019 indicated that 77 million individuals in […]
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Our liver is a fantastic organ that works hard, providing the body with over 500 functions it needs for survival. Some of these are detoxifying harmful substances, metabolizing nutrients, and assisting in digestion. A life filled with processed foods, alcohol, and exposure to toxins has been described as toxic and damaging to liver functions. The […]
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Head and neck cancer is a group of cancers originating in the tissues and organs of the Head and neck, including the mouth, throat, larynx (voice box), sinuses, and nasal cavity. These cancers can develop from squamous cells lining the moist surfaces inside these areas. Common types include oral cancer, pharyngeal cancer, and laryngeal cancer. […]
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Excessive sugar consumption is harmful because it can lead to a myriad of health problems. Firstly, it contributes to weight gain and obesity as sugary foods and drinks are high in calories but low in essential nutrients, causing to an imbalance in energy intake. High sugar intake also raises the risk of heart disease by […]
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Are you someone who loves gorging on fruits and vegetables and believes them to be super healthy? Then you need to pause and read this! You will be amazed to know that there are certain fruits and veggies that we have been consuming for ages, believing that they are super healthy and tasty. But they […]
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