Health

Antioxidants appear to be protective agents against cognitive decline Many of you are probably already aware of antioxidants, which are substances that protect your body from harmful molecules called free radicals that damage the body’s cells, including the brain. A study now suggests that antioxidants may help reduce the risk of cognitive disorders such as…

Coffee reduces the risk of cancer, research suggests We’ve heard of so many side effects of drinking coffee, but did you know that it also has its own benefits? Scientists from Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University have found that coffee consumption may be associated with a lower risk of prostate cancer. Prostate cancer occurs…

The Keto diet appears to be the key to curing Alzheimer’s Did you know that dietary changes can improve Alzheimer’s disease? Researchers from Wake Forest University School of Medicine published their findings in the journal Alzheimer’s and dementia, unveiling a special diet that may help protect against Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that mainly affects memory…

Simple ‘finger test’ reveals lung cancer diagnosis Do you want to know if you have lung cancer? Well, medical professionals have revealed that a simple ‘finger test’ can help identify lung cancer at its early stages, which could be life-saving. Although most people are familiar with symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, and…

Shocking reason behind type 2 diabetes revealed by scientists Diabetes is one of the most common chronic metabolic diseases and currently approximately 415 million people have diabetes, and most of them, almost 90%, have type 2 diabetes. This condition occurs when the body cannot produce enough insulin, leading to chronically high blood sugar levels. Insulin…

What you need to know about ischemic stroke Have you ever wondered what an ischemic stroke is? And why can it be harmful? An ischemic stroke occurs when an artery that supplies blood to the brain becomes narrowed or blocked, usually by a blood clot. Without adequate blood flow, brain cells begin to die within…

Groundbreaking treatment for sepsis emerges in new research Blood infection, medically known as sepsis, is one of the leading causes of death because the body’s response to infection damages tissue and causes organs to fail. Africa has the highest number of sepsis patients in the world, with an estimated 48 million cases per year, leading…

Everything you need to know, guide to rosacea Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that mainly affects the face. It is most common in adults and tends to disappear over time. Although rosacea is not life-threatening, if left untreated it can significantly impact self-confidence and quality of life. The condition is often misunderstood or…

Prevent cancer with these simple lifestyle changes Cancer is one of the leading causes of illness and death worldwide. The number of cases varies depending on where people live, partly because of differences in what people are exposed to. This is evident from one of the latest studies published in the journal Naturopathy, Nearly 40%…

Experts reveal the keto diet is key to treating depression Depression is one of the most common mental disorders worldwide. And its symptoms can be very difficult to manage. However, one study claims that eating a high-fat, low-carb diet can help reduce symptoms. In a comparison by experts, they said that one in five people…

Skip breakfast? Here are some reasons why you shouldn’t Breakfast is often called the most important meal of the day, and for good reason. After fasting for several hours during sleep, the body needs fuel to restore energy levels, support brain function and stabilize metabolism. Skipping breakfast, which many people habitually do, may seem harmless,…

Scientists reveal a shocking body response to a heart attack Heart failure is a serious and long-lasting condition that affects millions of people around the world. It usually starts with damage to the heart muscle and when this happens, the heart becomes weaker and cannot pump blood as well as it should. Over time, the…