Category: Wellness Blogs
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Death Gender Gap: Why Are Men Dying Six Years Earlier Than Women?
The month of November is Men’s Health Month, and under the moniker Movember, the month focuses on health issues affecting men, such as prostate cancer and testicular cancer. Life expectancy in the U.S. has been on a steady decline since 2020. A recent study analyzed the life expectancy of both men and women and found…
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Always Adding Salt To Food May Increase Diabetes Risk
Over 400 million people worldwide are currently living with type 2 diabetes, with the number projected to hit over 600 million by 2030. To mitigate these numbers, there have been studies examining how diet influences diabetes risk, with carbs and sugars being a common culprit. Yet, a recent study has found that it’s not just…
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What Vital Role Does Nutrition Play In TB Recovery?
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), 2022 saw an estimated 10.6 million people fall ill with tuberculosis (TB) worldwide. This included 5.8 million men, 3.5 million women and 1.3 million children. Year after year, millions of people lose their lives due to TB disease, and this can be compounded by the prevalence of HIV-TB…
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Veneers in Modern Dentistry: Techniques and Innovations
Dental veneers have come a long way in the world of dentistry. They are delicate veneers created from either porcelain or composite resin, designed to fit and cover the front surface of your teeth precisely. Veneers can solve various dental issues, including stained or discolored teeth, chipped or misaligned teeth, and gaps between teeth. Longevity…
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High Biological Age May Raise Dementia and Stroke Risk
15 million people worldwide experience a stroke every year. Over 55 million people are currently living with dementia globally. With such alarming statistics, it’s important to adopt protective measures. That said, a recent study has suggested that focusing on reducing your biological age may reduce your odds of dementia and stroke. Biological age vs. Chronological…
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Testicular Cancer: The Ball Is In Your Court This Movember
Movember, an annual month-long event in November, is more than an excuse to grow a stylish mustache. It’s a global movement dedicated to raising awareness about men’s health issues, with a particular focus on testicular cancer. I will discuss the importance of Movember and share tips for early prevention, symptoms, causes, and how men should…
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Disbesity: The Greatest Epidemic In History?
“Diabesity” – a term used to describe the interplay between obesity and type 2 diabetes (T2D). According to health experts, this condition is likely to be the biggest epidemic in human history. Worldwide, obesity has tripled in the last 50 years, with more than 650 million people considered obese. Similarly, diabetes currently affects 422 million…
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Recovering From an Accident: How to Stay Positive and Motivated
Recovering from an accident can be a challenging and emotionally taxing experience. In the event of an accident, you may sustain a range of injuries, including minor, severe, and fatal. In Boca Raton, Florida, for example, about 33 persons were involved in fatal accidents in 2021, with several others injured. Whether you’ve been in a…
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Drinking 4 Cups of Coffee A Day May Keep You Stronger In Old Age
An estimated 2.5 billion cups of coffee are consumed worldwide every day. That’s a lot of coffee, and if you’re part of these statistics, a recent study has suggested that your coffee habits may help ward off frailty later in life. Drinking Coffee To Combat Frailty Frailty is a condition of being weak and delicate…
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Improving Deep Sleep May Reduce Dementia Risk
Currently, over 55 million people have dementia worldwide. With nearly 10 million new cases occurring every year, it is more important than ever to address this neurological crisis. While there is currently no cure for the condition, mitigating one’s risk can help reduce the rising statistics. According to a recent study, enhancing or maintaining deep…