London: Iron deficiency is a global health problem of ‘epidemic proportions, according to the World Health Organization. Not only is it the most common deficiency across the planet, but it is also the most frequent cause of anaemia – which increases the risk of heart failure. Natalie Parletta, a dietitian based at the University of South Australia, says… Read More »
London: More than a quarter of women are not getting enough iron, putting us at risk of being tired all the time, hair loss, mood swings, and full-blown anemia say, experts. From the explosion of vegan Instagrammers to the spread of meat-free restaurants across the capital, eating less meat or avoiding it altogether is suddenly cooler than cool.… Read More »
London: According to Dr. Irfan Masud, a senior consultant and orthopaedic surgeon at Maroof International Hospital Islamabad, “Almost every person suffers from one form of arthritis or another, during their lives.” In the United States, arthritic conditions limit the lives of more than seven million patients, second to heart disease as a cause of occupational disability. Dr. Masud… Read More »
VITAMIN B12 is crucial for nerve tissue health, brain function and the production of red blood cells. A deficiency in the nutrient could appear in an unlikely place – your hair. Sourced from various foods, such as haddock, eggs and beef, vitamin B12 is water-soluble. This means it can dissolve in water and travel through the bloodstream. Are you… Read More »
A C-section or Cesarean section is referred to as the surgical delivery of a baby. It involves one incision in the mother’s abdomen and another one in the uterus. The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology conducted a study that suggests that having an early cesarean segment or C-segment, illegal intake of medicines, smoking, and weight… Read More »
What Causes Constipation? Our busy, modern lifestyles may be responsible for most cases of constipation: not eating enough fiber or drinking enough water, not getting enough exercise, and not taking the time to respond to an unmistakable urge to go to the bathroom. Persistent, chronic constipation may also be a symptom of more serious conditions, including inflammatory bowel… Read More »
Although everyone should embrace their natural skin tone, if you’ve noticed your skin darkening due to time in the sun or age spots, you may want to lighten it.No matter what color skin you have, it will look its best when it’s clean and moisturized. However, if you would still like to brighten your skin a little,there a… Read More »
IT’S common knowledge we are all more likely to get sick during winter. But what does science have to say about why? You’re outside on an unexpectedly chilly day. You forgot to wear your hat and gloves and now you’re shivering. Is it a given that you’re going to catch a cold or come down with the flu?… Read More »
Are you wondering if you might be pregnant? You may not realize that you’re pregnant since early pregnancy symptoms can mimic signs of your menstrual cycle. Maybe you and your partner have been trying to conceive, or maybe you’re just wondering if pregnancy is the reason for your recent body changes. Home pregnancy tests may produce a false… Read More »
Who among us doesn’t want to be a dazzling conversationalist? Whether you’re chatting with your colleagues, your friends, or someone you’re trying to impress over a Zoom call, there are few feelings quite as satisfying as artfully sharing some truly surprising trivia. That’s why we’ve collected 40 obscure facts you can drop on just about anyone that will have… Read More »