Author: Pie Mulumba
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6 Ways Apple Cider Vinegar Could Harm Your Health
Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is readily touted as the ultimate health elixir. Made from fermented apples, the fermentation process turns the apples into alcohol and creates the byproduct acetic acid, which is considered the source of apple cider vinegar’s benefits. Now, while it may be the ultimate longevity drink, too much of a good thing…
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Forget 10 000, Just 4 000 Steps A Day Can Boost Longevity
According to the World Health Organization, physical inactivity causes approximately 3.2 million annual deaths. As a result, walking is touted as the easiest way to stay active, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommending that you aim for 10,000 steps a day. While smartwatches and pedometers have been manufactured to help you achieve…
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Eggs: A Feel-Good Food To Combat Depression and Boost Mental Health
5% of the world’s population is suffering from depression, per data from the World Health Organisation. Characterized by persistent sadness that causes much emotional suffering and a poor quality of life, depression is a serious global crisis that needs to be addressed. While there are therapies that can help to address this crisis, such as…
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Low-FODMAP Foods Like Avocados Can Improve Digestive Health
A diet high in sugar can cause many issues, and there’s one group of sugars, called FODMAPs, that can be especially troublesome for people with poor digestive health, particularly those suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). What are FODMAPs? FODMAPs stands for Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides, and Polyols), and they are short-chain carbohydrates (sugars) that…
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Kombucha Helps Manage Blood Sugar Levels In People With Type 2 Diabetes
Just over 10% of the adult population live with type 2 diabetes, and the condition is responsible for 1.5 million global deaths each year. Despite this, type 2 diabetes is manageable with the right lifestyle changes. In fact, according to a recent study, those changes may include drinking kombucha. Kombucha To Manage Diabetes? Dating…
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Zurzuvae: First Oral Postpartum Depression Pill Authorized by the FDA
Carrying and birthing a child definitely takes a toll on the body, and this includes the emotional and mental health impact. With the incidence of postpartum psychiatric illnesses on the rise, it is important to find therapies and treatments that can help to address the issue. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved the…
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3 Ways A Daily Shot of Apple Cider Vinegar Boosts Your Health
The internet is filled with health remedies that are immediately forgotten as soon as a new health hack starts to trend. Yet one health hack that’s stood the test of time is apple cider vinegar (ACV). The product is touted as the ultimate longevity elixir on many social media platforms. What is Apple Cider Vinegar?…
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Resistance Training & Aging: Lifting Weights May Prevent Wrinkles
Gold Face Masks. Collagen. Vampire facials. There seems to be an endless supply of options available for anyone targeting wrinkles and fine lines. Instead of rummaging through your bathroom cabinet, could the secret to ageless skin be found at the gym? We all know that exercise is great for the body, mind and soul, but…
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A Simple Guide To Losing Weight and Burning Belly Fat After 50
As you get older, it can become harder to maintain your weight, and this is why so many people struggle with weight loss after they turn 50. While it may be harder to lose weight, it’s not impossible and with the right tips, older adults can work to maintain and manage their weight. Why Is…
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Forget Global Warming, We Are Now In The Global Boiling Era
With the recent heatwave felt across the globe, it’s becoming quite clear that the effects of climate change are being felt more than ever. The U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres declared that we are in a new climate era: the era of global boiling. The Era of Global Boiling “All this is entirely consistent with predictions…