Urinary tract infections are very common. Although they tend to occur more often in women than in men, they should not be underestimated. Urinary tract infections in general are responsible for over 8 million trips to the doctor’s office annually, according to a new research. They can happen in people from any age group, children, middle aged, and the elderly;…
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It is hard to say what comes first, depression or obesity. Researchers know that there is a definite correlation between the two. Around 43% of adults who are diagnosed as depressed are also obese. Even without the research it is obvious to most people that your weight affects your mood; this happens on both a chemical level through hormonal imbalances…
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The things we take for granted about day to day living can be pretty complex for children born with type 1 Diabetes. These children have to take extra care to manage their blood sugar levels. They have to avoid becoming hyperglycemic (high blood sugar) and hypoglycemic (low blood sugar); both can cause great harm to the child and result in…
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We all know the tamarind, the wonderful fruit with the sweet and tangy taste. Tamarind sauce makes just about anything taste better; it’s found all throughout South East Asia and the Indian Subcontinent. Not only does it taste delicious, but it is also a standard ingredient in Ayurvedic medicinal practices. That is because tamarind has been used to treat all…
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Understanding and managing your blood sugar levels are extremely important for long term health. An unhealthy blood sugar level can lead to all manner of health problems like type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Exceedingly high blood sugar levels can also result in your organs like the liver and pancreas having to work harder. Extra stress on your vital organs…
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A recently new study published by Duke University suggests that air pollution has the ability to contribute to metabolic dysfunction and weight gain. These studies support prior research which has linked air pollution to insulin resistance, tissue inflammation, and increased body fat. Chronic inflammation is closely linked to obesity and metabolic diseases like diabetes which are major factors in weight…
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Pancreatic cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths in the world. It is the 6th most deadly cancer globally. It is the 12th most commonly occurring cancer in males and the 11th most commonly occurring cancer in females. In 2018 alone, 460,000 new cases arose. Recent studies have shown that there is a correlation between adolescent obesity…
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