Did you know that the mucus in your airways naturally protects you from pathogens? According to the American Lung Association, occasional cough is a normal (and automatic) body process which…
Health Conditions
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As the saying goes, health is wealth. But health is also the unique ability of your body to function in balance, to live, and to protect you from harm!
But as your body is so complex, it changes over time and is impacted by distinct external and internal factors. These changes may sometimes lead to the development of temporary or chronic health conditions.
In this sub-category, we guide you through objective and evidence-based information about different health conditions, causes, symptoms, management, and important aspects of human health.
All the information in this sub-category is based on unbiased scientific sources to provide you with accurate and up-to-date health knowledge!
Written by a DoctorIf your head or hand bled every time you touched it, you would certainly be concerned. Gum tissues are no different, they should not be bleeding if they are healthy.…
Reviewed by a DoctorAccording to the US office of Women’s Health, one out of every 10 women in childbearing age is suffering from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) on a global scale. [1] Compared…
Written by a DoctorIt is common for a patient to be told that they are anemic but not understand exactly what that means or what they can do to support their health. Many…
Written by a Dietitian
Audio ArticleSore muscles after an intense workout? It’s happened to all of us! The stiffness, soreness, and discomfort in muscles may be caused by starting a new workout program, adding new…
Reviewed by a DoctorOne out of every 10 women in childbearing age suffers from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) on a global scale. [1] Yet, about 75% of these women remain undiagnosed. [2] This…
Reviewed by a Dietitian Audio ArticleInsulin resistance (IR) is becoming a widespread health condition, as each year, an increasing number of people are diagnosed with it. In fact, in the United States, an estimated 60…
Reviewed by a DoctorAccording to the US Department of Health and Human Services, vitamin B12 deficiency affects between 1.5% and 15% of the American population. [1] Recently, various health associations have raised awareness…
According to The US National Diabetes Statistics Report, about 34.5% of the adult US population (age 18 or above) have prediabetes. This health condition is often characterized with higher than…
Vitamin D is an irreplaceable micronutrient that (in combination with other vitamins and minerals) is responsible for your overall health and wellbeing. However, according to a 2019 Stat Perls study,…
Your skin often represents your inner health and wellbeing. For example, when we are stressed, we might break out; when we have a hormonal imbalance, we become more prone to…
According to Cleveland Clinic, HPV affects around 14 million new patients every year. It is a very common viral infection, which impacts the reproductive tract. [1] HPV is actually the…
Finding yourself in a hiccup situation where you feel limited to talk, laugh, eat, and breathe calmly is always unpleasant and related to anxiety. Also, some people find it funny…
We all know the frustration that comes with cold, flu, and viruses. The stuffy nose, feeling hot or cold, watery eyes, muscle pain, fatigue, even sometimes nausea or headache. And…
Reviewed by a DoctorUrinary tract infections are common bacteria-caused health conditions, which affect around 150 billion people every year. And even though they are widely spread, they can be persistent and cause a…
The thyroid gland is a vital organ for our health because of its primary function to produce two essential hormones, which play a significant role in the body’s metabolism, growth,…
This problem is becoming more common every day, and chronic anxiety and overthinking are becoming an extremely popular mental condition. But have you ever thought about the fact that our…