Health
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Low-Level Chronic Glyphosate Linked to Fetal Harms and Reproductive Toxicity
You’re living in a world where a common product used in gardens and the food supply could impact your ability to have children. Glyphosate, the active ingredient in many popular weed killers, is raising concerns about its effects on fertility and fetal health, even with low-level exposure. Glyphosate is a widely used herbicide, a chemical designed to kill unwanted plants…
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Statins Raise Glaucoma Risk
Glaucoma is a serious eye condition that damages your optic nerve, the connection between your eye and your brain. This damage leads to irreversible vision loss and even blindness. Often, glaucoma is linked to increased pressure inside your eye, known as intraocular pressure (IOP). This pressure harms the delicate nerve fibers of your optic nerve. Think of the optic nerve…
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Chocolate Benefits, Vitamin E and Brain Health
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Dark Chocolate May Lower Diabetes Risk, While Milk Chocolate Adds Pounds
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels due to the body’s ineffective use of insulin. This condition occurs when cells become resistant to insulin or when your pancreas fails to produce enough insulin to maintain normal glucose levels. If left untreated, Type 2 diabetes leads to serious health complications. The prevalence of Type…
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ICU Doctors’ Ability to Save Lives Vary Wildly
In the United States, ICU (intensive care unit) mortality rates range between 8% and 25% depending on various factors,1 such as patient demographics and where the facility is located. These numbers illustrate a critical issue — the survival chances of ICU patients plainly depend on where and how they are treated. ICU doctors, or intensivists, are at the forefront of…
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US Diabetes Rates Rise to Nearly 1 in 6 Adults
Nearly 1 in 6 American adults now live with diabetes, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).1 The data, from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) spanning August 2021 to August 2023, reveal that the overall prevalence of diabetes in the U.S. has climbed to 15.8%. This figure includes both diagnosed and undiagnosed cases,…
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Unlocking Nerve Health with Holistic Neuropathy Solutions
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Weekly Health Quiz: Vaping Dangers, Metabolism and Vitamin D
1 What role does vitamin D play in mental health? It supports bone strength exclusively It improves blood pressure and cardiovascular health It promotes digestion and metabolism It regulates neurotransmitters and reduces inflammation Vitamin D helps regulate neurotransmitters and reduces inflammation, which are critical in maintaining mental health and reducing the risk of depression, anxiety and psychosis. Learn more. 2…
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The Role of Vitamin D Deficiency in Mental Illness
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PCOS, Heart Health and Hospital Protocols
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