Vitamin D is also known as the sunshine vitamin. It is essential for our overall health, especially for women. Despite its significance, many women worldwide are unknowingly deficient, with symptoms often ignored or attributed to other causes. Lack of Vitamin D affects bone density in women. Vitamin D facilitates the intake of calcium, which determines […]
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Lazy eye, medically termed amblyopia, is a visual disorder in children that generally develops during birth up to the age of seven years. Poor vision develops when there is a breakdown between how the brain and eye work together. It usually happens only in one eye, but in some cases, it occurs in both. The […]
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Wisdom is not the only thing that comes with age. Wrinkles do, too! And with wrinkles comes a constant worry and even a dip in confidence for some. Wrinkles may appear displeasing on one’s skin. Apart from aging, pollution and the way we treat our skin determine its glow and appearance. Let’s look at a […]
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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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Recently, the autoimmune ailment – Hashimoto’s disease is making headlines. Hashimoto’s — is a thyroid-related issue in which our body’s antibodies fight against our system. Here’s all you need to know about this disease. What is Hashimoto Thyroiditis? Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis is a condition where the body’s own immunity attacks the thyroid gland, causing malfunction and […]
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Management of high LDL cholesterol levels is important for heart health and cardiovascular disease prevention. LDL, commonly known as “bad cholesterol,” sticks to the artery walls and causes plaque formation, thus having the potential to increase the risk of contracting heart disease or stroke, among other diseases. A balanced diet is significant in managing and […]
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Our calf muscles comprise the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles, which are responsible for pointing our feet forward, raising our toes, and propelling our body forward as we walk. Leg pain or calf pain while walking can occur for various reasons, ranging from a mild muscle strain to a more serious underlying health condition affecting blood flow to our legs. […]
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Acid reflux is a common yet distressing condition that primarily affects individuals, especially adults. It usually occurs when stomach acid moves back up into the esophagus, leading to symptoms such as heartburn and regurgitation. Acid reflux can be very discomforting! Medically, acid reflux is also known as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), which affects between 7.6% […]
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The thyroid gland (butterfly-shaped gland) located in our neck is a vital component of our endocrine system. It is important for our metabolism, as the production of a hormone called thyroxine helps our metabolism work efficiently. Generally, when the thyroid gland functions normally, it produces the right amount of thyroxine, which helps maintain a balanced […]
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Women’s bodies go through several major changes throughout their lifetimes. While the start of the menstrual cycle marks one of the massive changes in women’s bodies, the end of the same, also known as ‘menopause’ is no exception. The years leading up to menopause, also known as perimenopause, are the years when most women experience […]
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