Why E-Cigarettes Are Not a Safe Alternative to Smoking Cigarettes Chemicals used in the flavoring of electronic cigarettes may impair the function of cilia in the human airway. Cilia are antennae-like things that protrude in the airway. They keep it clear of mucus and dirt which allow people to breathe more easily and without irritation.…
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Why Beverage Sweeteners Are Riskier Than You Think Sugary drinks are everywhere now. It seems every beverage has a little bit of sugar or sweetener in it of some kind. The greater risk of premature death has been linked to some sugar substitutes showing up in our food supply. The main health issues range from…
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The Curious Link Between Intestinal Bacteria and Alcoholism Bacteria in the gut are having a field day right now. The microbes in the gut are seen more now than ever as essential to overall health. They may even play a role in alcohol addiction and risk of relapse. Studies are being done which look at…
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Why Are Synthetic Drugs Dangerous? Keeping up with the world of synthetic drugs is an endless game for law enforcement. They are out there, infiltrating the streets and taking over people’s lives. People who tinker with the drugs, change, and alter how the drugs work are making them more lethal than ever. Despite a gray…
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Why Self-Diagnosis Online is (Hardly Ever) a Good Idea People are turning in droves to online platforms more than ever to check symptoms, get initial diagnostics, and try to remedy what ails them all in the click of a button. They seek advice on whether to get medical care or just rest at home until…
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What Are Some Breathing Exercises for Immediate Stress Relief? Breathing exercises are often recommended as a form of stress relief. There’s a good reason a person may see breathing exercises recommended for stress relief all over the place right now. There are some tried and true strategies and there are some that are more new…
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Does Drinking Alcohol Have Negative Effects on IBS? No getting around it-alcohol plays a huge role in our culture. Events, celebrations, holidays, and other spaces take up a lot of room with alcohol. Even though it can have detrimental effects for people’s health, they persist on drinking a lot. For a person with irritable bowel…
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How Does Drinking Cold Water Benefit Overall Health? People will be giving advice about drinking enough water, but for different reasons. Some drink plain water, some suggest sugar-containing water and, yet, other studies say you can lose weight by drinking water. The benefits of drinking water are myriad but there is not a direct link…
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Learn More About Busyness and the Impact On Your Health Even as you start your day looking at a long to-do list, emails, appointments, work schedule, and life commitments, you may be wondering how to possibly fit it all in. The world is busy and continues to place demands on time like never before. Often,…
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Can Healthy Diet Really Help in Recovery? The right fuel in the body can provide an immense amount of energy, support, and mental clarity for a person in recovery. Health is holistic when it comes to diet and overall wellness. Addiction takes a toll on a person’s body but recovery can help a person’s body…
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