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3 Causes of Diverticulitis You Need to Know

Millions of people worldwide suffer from diverticulitis, a condition in which small pouches in the colon become inflamed and infected. This can lead to severe abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, bloating, and fever. Unfortunately, the cause of this condition is not fully understood and currently, there is no cure. In this article, we explore the 3…

How to Navigate Gut Health: Separating Trends from Truth

How to Navigate Gut Health: Separating Trends from Truth

Gut health, microbiome, bacteria, and microbes—these buzzwords seem to be dominating the internet. The growing belief is that the gut functions as a control center for diseases, mental health, and overall well-being. As a result, people are flocking to stock up on prebiotics, probiotics, cleanses, detox aids, fiber supplements, and fermented foods. But is this…

Triglycerides: The Unspoken Biomarker of True Health

Triglycerides: The Unspoken Biomarker of True Health

Triglycerides are often underestimated when it comes to their impact on health. Although they are essential for life, elevated triglyceride levels can be devastating to the body. They have the power to cause life-threatening damage to the heart, arteries, pancreas, and liver. Triglycerides are frequently overlooked or overshadowed by other health metrics. However, they are…

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Sex Hormones: Uncovering The Truth About Low Testosterone In Men

Testosterone is the primary sex hormone in men. It is responsible for a wide variety of bodily functions (listed below) and is produced primarily in the testes. Testosterone production rates are unique to every man. However, there is a set range that is considered too low for all men. As testosterone levels decline, the male…

The Truth About Cholesterol: Good, Bad, or Misunderstood?
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The Truth About Cholesterol: Good, Bad, or Misunderstood?

We’ve all been there—or know someone who has. Sitting in the doctor’s office while they scan your lab results, eyebrows furrowed. Then comes the dreaded line: “Your bad cholesterol is too high.” Suddenly, you’re facing a choice—change your diet, start a statin, or suffer the consequences. But what if we’ve been fed the wrong story…

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Understanding Your Skin: The Basics of How It Functions

The skin, the body’s largest and heaviest organ, is a marvel of complexity with multifaceted functions that are integral to our overall well-being. Acting as a formidable protective shield, the skin’s primary purpose is to safeguard the internal organs from the external environment. Physical Structure of the Skin The skin is made up of three…

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Introduction to Human Anatomy- A Basic Guide to Human Life

Outline of the Human Body: Cells, Tissues, Organs, Organ Frameworks, and Bones The human body is a complex, profoundly coordinated structure comprised of cells that cooperate to achieve the unique capabilities essential for supporting life. Anatomical life systems and physiology change astoundingly between fertilization and birth. After birth, the pace of anatomic and physiologic changes…