A buildup of food and bacteria form a film on the teeth. The term for this is plaque. If plaque is not removed, it will cause tooth decay.Streptococcus mutans is a type of bacteria known to play a role in this decay.Plaque builds up more easily in places such as: cracks, pits, and grooves in the teeth between the… Read More »
Perfectly boiled eggs mean different things for everyone. But a jammy, soft, yolk and a perfectly set white never fails to please the egg connoisseurs; no matter how finicky. So how do you get the perfectly boiled egg? Follow our guide. For the eggs to cook perfectly it is important to time them right, for that purpose it… Read More »
Apart from genetic and physiological reasons that cause a low sperm count, environmental and lifestyle factors are increasingly contributing to this problem. A very low sperm count is also called oligospermia. Having a very low sperm count can make it harder to conceive naturally. The Bourn Hall study identified five main reasons for male infertility: Stress: Chronic stress or… Read More »
Unhealthy diets are leading to a dramatic rise in the number of kidney problems faced by patients and that urgent attention was needed to resolve the issue lest it proves to be fatal. This was disclosed by nephrologist Dr. Khawar Sultan while speaking to Express-News. The nephrologist said that symptoms of kidney diseases include blood in urine, black urine, irregular… Read More »
Although urinary tract infections (UTIs) are more common in women, men can get them, too. They occur when bacteria build up somewhere along your urinary tract. In men, UTIs can develop in the urethra (the tube that runs from the opening at the tip of the penis to the bladder), the bladder, the prostate, or the kidney. A… Read More »
The opposite is hyperthyroidism, where the thyroid produces too much thyroid hormone. However, the link between hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism is complex, and one can lead to the other, in certain circumstances. Thyroid hormones regulate metabolism, or the way the body uses energy. If thyroxine levels are low, many of the body’s functions slow down. About 4.6 percent of the population aged… Read More »
Breast Cancer is one of the most frightening and its treatment can be a horrific experience. If you are focusing on preventing it, treatment or dealing with the diagnosis of a loved one, you should arm yourself with some knowledge to help you live a happier life. The advice in this article can help make your struggle with cancer… Read More »
Snoring is noisy breathing while you sleep. It’s a common condition that can affect anyone, although it happens more often in men and people who are overweight. Snoring tends to get worse with age.Snoring once in a while isn’t usually a serious problem. It’s mostly a nuisance for your bed partner. But if you’re a long-term snorer, you not only disrupt the sleep… Read More »
Most of the time, urine is a pale yellow color because it contains urochrome, one of the substances produced when hemoglobin gets broken down. Hemoglobin is the protein in red blood cells that sticks to oxygen so it can be ferried around the body. Occasionally, though, urine turns a very different color. Men may notice the change as… Read More »
While most of us know about the dangers of cardiac arrests, we often find it difficult to differentiate it from a heart attack. Both are life-threatening and can be fatal. Hence, it’s important to be informed about what to look out for before a cardiac arrest or heart attack is about to happen and how they can be… Read More »