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How the Body Uses Oxygen

Oxygen is a colorless and odorless gas which is pivotal for life and life could not exist without it. When the earth became oxygen-rich, one-celled organisms began to exist and created their own energy by taking in water and sunlight, as well as the existing gasses in the atmosphere. They […]

How Alcohol Affects the Gut Microbiome

According to the NIAA, excessive intake of alcohol is normal in the lives of many people. Though it cannot be considered healthy, moderate intake and responsible drinking is the case of a lot of people who indulge. Nevertheless, overindulging in alcohol can certainly have a negative effect on the overall […]

Opioids cause chronic pain, according to new study

Commonly used opioids and pain relievers have just raised another major question; can they actually cause chronic pain, and have the reverse effect from the intended one? According to the study published on April 16 of this year by the University of Colorado, the answer is yes, they can. The […]

Everything You Need to Know about Ketosis

Ketosis is a metabolic state during which the body does not use sugar for energy, but fat. This change happens when the blood sugar is low and the glycogen in the muscles is gone. This can be achieved through a low carb diet or fasting for a longer period if […]

13 Common Foods That Can Cause Constipation

According to medical experts, constipation is a health problem which is characterized by fewer than 3 bowel movements per week. Unfortunately, the healthy range is up to two bowel movements per day. A healthy stool is soft, smooth, and easily passed. Straining on the toilet or not going in the […]

11 Essential Vitamins for Healthy Hair Growth

As many people do, you probably also dream of having long and shiny hair, however, you have a problem achieving this because your hair grows very slowly! You also have split ends and your hairs are prone to breakage. If you want to put an end to this slow growth […]