Health

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Actress Gina Rodriguez has transformed her approach to health in recent years, embracing boxing and even studying Muay Thai in Thailand with her husband, actor Joe LoCicero. However, her journey hasn’t always been easy. After grappling with weight and health issues, Rodriguez was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease, an autoimmune disorder that affects the thyroid. Early...

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Science is ever-evolving, and with it, our understanding of the world around us. Many long-held beliefs have been debunked by scientific research, revealing truths that sometimes challenge our perceptions. Here are 14 fascinating science facts that set the record straight on some common myths. 1. We Only Use 10% of Our Brain – Common Myths...

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Our bodies are complex systems, and subtle signs can often reveal underlying health concerns. By paying attention to these signals, you can take proactive steps to address potential body issues and maintain your well-being. Here are seven simple ways to recognize possible body problems: 1. Swollen Eyes While overconsumption of salt is a common culprit...

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Lucas was six years old when he was tragically diagnosed with a rare type of brain tumor. Right then, the outlook was bleak. French physician Jacques Grill remembers the agonizing meeting he had with Lucas’s parents. During this, he broke the devastating news of their son’s terminal brain cancer. However, after running a course of...

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The internet: a vast library of information, a source of endless entertainment, and a potential rabbit hole of disturbing content. Sometimes, that perfectly innocent search query can lead you down a path you never intended. We’ve all been there. You type in a seemingly harmless word, and suddenly you’re bombarded with graphic images or unsettling...

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A new blood test is highly accurate at diagnosing chronic fatigue syndrome, offering for the first time an objective way to identify the sometimes disabling condition that is estimated to affect up to 2.5 million people in the U.S.  A University of Oxford-led research team compared test results among 61 people with chronic fatigue syndrome,...

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High blood pressure might be deceiving because it rarely displays symptoms. The CDC estimates that 50% of men and 44% of women in the U.S. are affected, so it’s a significant concern. The prevalence is higher in men. That means what? You may be high. A stressful job or family circumstances, dramatic intake, dealing with...