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Keeping your mind and body in check - popular topics in health and medicine to maintain a long and healthy life.
Nobody Teaches You How to Tell People You're Disabled
Telling people that I have muscular dystrophy has been interesting throughout the years. I was in the first grade when I found out about the disease, and I was excited. I finally had an explanation of why I was different from the other kids and spread that information around. However, the kids my age didn’t understand what it was, and I didn’t know how to explain it properly. People lost interest, and I moved on.
By J. Davis Mallory4 months ago in Longevity
Hydration Highlight
I’m not sure where you live in the world, readers, but I know we’ve had some wicked hot days here in Ontario - our Victoria Day weekend back in May was wild (and all I could think about drinking was ginger ale, just gallons and gallons of ginger ale).
By Emily the Period RD4 months ago in Longevity
Fibre Is Making Headlines Again—Here's Why
Fibre is once again making headlines in the world of nutrition—and for good reason. From gut health and blood sugar control to weight management and longevity, research continues to reveal its remarkable benefits. Fibre also known as roughage is a very important part of your food for weight management. The diets with a high content of fibre have been reported to have a positive effect on health.1 Fibre is found mostly in all types of foods like vegetables, cereals and fruits. Fibre takes a long time to chew thus giving enough time during eating, for the brain to recognise that you have eaten and fills your stomach for longer time. This gives the feeling of saturation, thus helps weight loss programme achievable in a sustainable way. Foods high in fibre are generally low in fat and have less kilojoules or calories compared to carbohydrates or proteins.
By Vijay Koul4 months ago in Longevity
Early indicators of brain development may be found in a baby's gut flora.
When a baby is born, a lot of things seem to have already been decided. Many of us believe that a child's DNA largely determines their temperament, brain wiring, and likelihood of developing disorders like autism.
By Francis Dami4 months ago in Longevity
Why medications worsen symptoms before improving them
You take an antidepressant in the hopes of feeling better. The reverse is frequently seen during the first few weeks: increased anxiety, nervousness, and sleep disturbances. Before the benefits of the medicine become apparent, many people stop using it.
By Francis Dami4 months ago in Longevity
A novel medication has demonstrated remarkable efficacy in combating one of the most deadly types of cancer.
Precision medications, which target the precise genetic defect causing a tumour, have made more tumours curable in the last ten years. As the disease progressed, pancreatic cancer continued to be neglected and relied on treatment.
By Francis Dami4 months ago in Longevity
Veg vs Non-Veg Diet: What Science Really Says About Strength, Intelligence, and Longevity
For decades, the debate between vegetarian and non-vegetarian diets has been one of the most discussed topics in health, fitness, and lifestyle. Some people strongly believe that plant-based diets lead to better health, longer life, and mental clarity. Others argue that meat-based diets provide superior strength, brain power, and overall performance.
By parwinder singh4 months ago in Longevity
Difference between ADD and ADHD
Two Terms with the Same Meaning? One of the most confusing and complex classification for a condition affecting students has to be the ADD/ADHD label. Over a short span of time (20 or more years) the criteria and the name itself has gone under numerous changes. In fact, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be considered “traditional ADD”, whereas Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) is associated with “inattention ADD.”
By Dean Traylor4 months ago in Longevity
