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Keeping your mind and body in check - popular topics in health and medicine to maintain a long and healthy life.

Why Islam Says: Drink When You Are Thirsty — And Science Now Agrees. AI-Generated.
When the desert sun scorched the sky above Madinah, and the heat wrapped itself around every stone and shadow, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would raise a cup of water to his lips — slowly, humbly.
By uzairabout a year ago in Longevity
Study Reveals How Much Exercise You Need Each Week to Control Blood Pressure
When it comes to exercising for heart's sake, you don't want to peak too early in life. Research suggests that if you want to protect yourself against high blood pressure in your twilight years you need to keep your exercise levels up through middle age. But according to a study of more than 5,000 people across four US cities, social factors can make this more difficult for some people to do than others. "Teenagers and those in their early 20s may be physically active but these patterns change with age," study author and epidemiologist Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) explained in April 2021, when the study was published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. Numerous studies have shown that exercise lowers blood pressure, but the 2021 research suggests that "maintaining physical activity during young adulthood – at higher levels than previously recommended – may be particularly important" for preventing hypertension," Bibbins-Domingo said.
By Mr Fihsak about a year ago in Longevity
Healthy Meal Prep Ideas for Busy Professionals: Stay Nourished Without Sacrificing Time
Staying healthy while juggling work deadlines, meetings, and after-hours responsibilities can feel impossible. Most busy professionals want to eat well, but lack the time or energy to cook nutritious meals every day.
By Richard Baileyabout a year ago in Longevity
7 Hidden Habits Wrecking Your Gut Health—Including Stress, Poor Sleep, and More
Introduction If you’ve been feeling bloated, sluggish, or just… off lately, you might want to take a closer look at your gut health. Believe it or not, some seemingly harmless habits could be wreaking havoc on your digestive system without you even realizing it. These “hidden” habits can quietly sabotage your gut, leading to problems that can affect everything from your energy levels to your mental clarity.
By Mr Fihsak about a year ago in Longevity
Think Sugar Causes Diabetes? Think Again
“You probably got diabetes because you ate too much sugar.” If you have diabetes you have probably heard this; if you don't have diabetes you have probably said this. Sugar often gets blamed for this complex disease, yet the real causes are more about how the body processes insulin and other factors. In this article, I’ll explain why sugar isn’t the villain it’s made out to be and clear up some common misconceptions about diabetes.
By Biology Beneathabout a year ago in Longevity
The Day I Forgot My Own Birthday
I’ve never been great with dates. But the day I forgot my own birthday wasn’t just forgetfulness—it was a red flag waving in my mind.
By Mahmood Afridiabout a year ago in Longevity
When Your Gut and Your Brain Just Can't Agree: My Story
The tightness in my chest was familiar, a dull ache that seemed to radiate from somewhere deep behind my ribs, climbing up into my throat.
By Ken Porterabout a year ago in Longevity
Know Your Body’s Security Dog
When you are born, a security dog is assigned to you. It’s mostly calm and placid. It protects you from intruders. It even allows your friends, relatives, and well-wishers to come and go without hassle. It trusts you and your company, and it mostly naps.
By Seema Patelabout a year ago in Longevity
Let’s Talk Cockroach Allergy
Almost everybody knows, allergies are intolerance of the body to certain substances. As our reliance on, and usage of chemicals in the form of food, cosmetics, and household items are increasing, allergic instances are rising as well.
By Seema Patelabout a year ago in Longevity
There IS Always Good
Introduction This is a Seven Days In post from May 2015, after I had been diagnosed with Cirrhosis of the liver (which eventually led to Liver Cancer), but it did show me a lot of positives. You can see that in 2015, I found positives as I still do today, ten years later.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Longevity
New Science, New Hope: The Fight to End HIV with CRISPR
When Daniel M., a 29-year-old graphic designer from San Francisco, first heard the words "You are HIV positive," his world dimmed. The noise of the clinic faded into a low, muffled hum. He had been safe, careful even. But now, his life would change forever.
By Salman khanabout a year ago in Longevity
The Ultimate Guide to Thriving Daily: How to Build a Sustainable Wellness Routine—Nutrition, Sleep, Exercise, and Stress Management
Introduction Let’s face it—life gets hectic. One moment you’re sipping coffee with good intentions, and the next you’re skipping workouts, surviving on takeout, and forgetting the last time you slept like a baby. Sound familiar?
By Mr Fihsak about a year ago in Longevity