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Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy, a renowned specialist, has identified a recurring theme among her patients diagnosed with cancer: significant stress or trauma before their diagnosis. This article explores the connection between chronic stress and cancer, detailing how stress impacts health and sharing other important factors to consider. 1. The Connection Between Stress and Cancer Dr. […]
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Experiencing a sudden, stabbing pain in the rectal area can be alarming and embarrassing. However, discussing and understanding these symptoms is crucial for identifying potential health issues. Recently, doctors on TikTok have been shedding light on a condition called ‘proctalgia fugax,’ which could be the culprit behind this mysterious pain.1 What is Proctalgia Fugax? Proctalgia […]
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Epsom salt baths are a popular way to relax and unwind after a long day. They are known for their ability to soothe the skin, reduce soreness and pain, aid in exercise and athletic performance recovery, reduce stress and aid sleep, promote foot health, and even draw out splinters. In this blog post, we will […]
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Bananas are nutritious, and there are countless ways to consume them. The most obvious way to do that is to simply peel one and eat it. You might also freeze them to add to your favorite smoothie, or you could even make a delicious dairy-free ‘ice cream.’ Even those black bananas you forgot about are […]
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Bethannie Booth planned her own funeral before she was put into a coma. The 24-year-old primary school worker died from a condition called sepsis only a few weeks after getting a sore throat. She had called NHS 111 after she noticed red bumps on her face, but the operator told her it was probably just […]
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When our grandparents were our age, thyroid disease was not something that they probably ever even heard about. This is because it was quite rare, but maybe not for the reasons you think. Today, however, thyroid diseases are on the rise. The question remains: Why? While many experts say this is at least in part […]
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Antibiotics are a discovery that has saved countless lives. Since the discovery of penicillin, scientists have discovered and developed thousands more antibiotics for a wide range of bacterial infections. While these developments have had a largely positive impact on our society, it hasn’t been all good news. Amy Moser from Phoenix, Arizona, sadly knows the […]
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Hair and nail health are integral to a person’s overall health, but they can be particularly tricky to maintain. That’s why we’ve put together this list of foods you should eat and avoid in order to keep your hair and nails looking their best. What Foods to Eat For Hair and Nail Health There are […]
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Loneliness is a global problem that affects the physical, emotional, and mental health of people. According to a study conducted by researchers at Brigham Young University in Utah, USA, loneliness can increase the risk of death by up to 32% [1]. Loneliness may even rival obesity and smoking, according to a survey conducted by health […]
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We’ve all thought about what we would do if we won the lottery. With our financial woes out of the way, it seems as though the path to a happy life is pretty straightforward – but is it? Science says winning the lottery does not make people happier in the long run. Rather, this Harvard […]
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A study conducted by a team of researchers at the University of Ulsan has found that regular consumption of kimchi, as part of a calorie-controlled diet, can reduce body weight, abdominal fat, and index body fat in both overweight and obese individuals. The study also suggests that fermented kimchi may be a medicinal food due […]
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When it comes to fashion, women have heard so many rules… (if you have a pear shape don’t wear this, cover that, wear these instead, etc.). Oftentimes for women, it’s a body confidence issue, other times it’s that they’re just worried about what the people around them will think of their c-section scars, stretch marks, love […]
