Although dementia may not be preventable, scientists today know more about it than they did a while ago. They claim that by making certain lifestyle changes, people can decrease their risk of developing dementia. Dementia is a neurodegenerative syndrome that affects 50 million people globally and this number is expected […]
Smoking has been linked with disease and death and up to 2 in 3 individuals who smoke in their life will die because of it. And, they’ll die averagely 10 years before the non-smokers. The American Lung Association notes that cigarettes and other products with tobacco have around 600 substances […]
The lungs are the body’s filters that keep us safe from infections and inflammation. This is why maintaining their optimal health is crucial for our overall well-being. The lungs have one of the most important roles- to transfer oxygen throughout the body and help us breathe. But, they also play […]
On this shocking footage, you can see the blackened lungs of a chain smoker who smoked a pack of cigarettes per day for 30 years. Rather than a healthy pinkish color, the lungs are charcoal and inflamed from 3 decades of tobacco clogging them up. The lungs of the 52-year-old […]
If you’ve been diagnosed with high blood pressure or hypertension, you may worry that meds will affect you negatively. But, it’s crucial to note that if you manage your blood pressure through a healthy lifestyle, your chances of avoiding, delaying or lowering the need for meds increase. When not treated, […]
If you’re one of those people who love junk food and can’t seem to stop eating it (even though we know how bad it’s for our health!), this bracelet which is available on Amazon may be the solution you’ve been long looking for. It will deliver a 350-volt electric shock […]
Unfortunately, in some cases, anal cancer may show no symptoms at all; however, bleeding is a major indicator, but it doesn’t have to be excessive. At first, one may associate the bleeding with hemorrhoids which are benign swollen anal and rectum veins. Anal cancer can manifest through rectal itching and […]
Without doubt, if we want a good overall health, we also need to pay attention to our oral health, that is, the state of our teeth and gums. Poor oral health care contributes to bacteria accumulation, especially around the gum lines, which is the ideal surrounding for bacteria. In order […]
Unfortunately, chronic venous insufficiency, also known as CVI, is a more common health problem than you may think. In fact, it affects up to 40 percent of the US population. The condition develops when the leg vein valves fail to function optimally and thus, cause a collection of blood in […]
Knowing the dangers associated with smoking, a lot of smokers consider quitting this horrible habit. However, the nicotine withdrawal and the cravings often cause them to give up the idea. Plus, they wonder if stopping with the smoking, after it has done a lot of damage, can make a difference. […]