Pregnant women with higher blood levels of PBDEs, a common class of flame retardants, had altered thyroid hormone levels — a fact that could have implications for fetal health. PBDEs, or polybrominated diphenyl ethers, are organobromine compounds which are found in household items such as carpets, electronics and plastics. PBDEs can leach out into the… Read More »
How many of us have avoided a person for having foul breath? It is natural for people to shoo away someone whose breath has a foul odor. Probably we think the person in question doesn’t earn enough to buy toothpaste. Have we ever stopped to think whether the person is suffering from some chronic liver… Read More »
Bloated stomach? Gassy? Tummy cramps? These common symptoms can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. Nutritionist Rick Hay reveals 5 causes of bloating and what you should do to help beat the bloat Gut symptoms such as a bloated stomach, flatulence, constipation and tummy cramps can make your life an uncomfortable living hell. Bloated, gassy, stomach cramps… Read More »
Insulin deficit leads to the significant increase in glucagon plasma concentration. Long-lasting consumption of alcohol at does advanced stage of disease could lead to a state similar to that during the extreme ketogenic diet. The condition is a acidosis common complication of Type 1 diabetes. DKA can occur very quickly. The ketogenic diet is actually… Read More »
Depression is being colorblind and constantly being told how colorful the world is! There are many ways in which depression can be present. People often confuse it with sadness which leads to a lot of judgement, misunderstandings, and negative attributions to their character and worth. Under the CDC, about 7.6% of humans above the age… Read More »
Gums provide overall support to a person’s mouth. Healthy gums signify the healthy and hygienic mouth habits of a person. Many people experience gum pain in their course through life. These issues may occur at an early, middle, or even old age for people and have different causes and remedies. One may notice gum pain… Read More »
Temporary loss of smell, or anosmia, is the main neurological symptom and one of the earliest and most commonly reported indicators of COVID-19. Studies suggest it better predicts the disease than other well-known symptoms such as fever and cough, but the underlying mechanisms for loss of smell in patients with COVID-19 have been unclear. Now,… Read More »