7 Astonishing Sleep Myths — Busted
What if I’m unable to fall asleep? How will I be able to function if I don’t get 8 hours of a nap? Is it really a good idea to take a nap? Misconceptions about nap aren’t helping matters. So…
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What if I’m unable to fall asleep? How will I be able to function if I don’t get 8 hours of a nap? Is it really a good idea to take a nap? Misconceptions about nap aren’t helping matters. So…
OVERVIEW Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest lactose, a type of natural sugar. Lactose is a sugar present in milk and yogurt, among other dairy products. It develops when your small intestine stops producing enough of the enzyme lactase…
You’ve probably heard the saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” While who first used the phrase in 1913, it was based on an 1866 Pembrokeshire proverb. The original quote was first published in Notes and Queries magazine:…
What’s not to love about going for a walk? It’s free, simple, and full of health benefits. Can it, however, help you lose weight? Can you really lose weight by walking? Walking, on the other hand, may help prevent weight…
Foods high in Vitamin C: Fill your plate with these vitamin C-rich foods, which some research suggests can strengthen your body’s defenses against colds and flu. If you drink a glass of orange juice whenever you start sniffling, you might…
What is acid reflux? Acidity/acid reflux is also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). In this condition, the acid in the stomach comes into the esophagus. This happens when there is a malfunction in the valve that separates the stomach…
Antacid is not a candy Antacids are OTC (Over The Counter) drug and hence easily available. They are generally prescribed to treat Acid Reflux or Acidity, Heart Burn, Indigestion or Gas and Bloating. These being common issues, people develop a…
About UTIs A urinary tract infection, or UTI, is an infection in any part of your urinary system, which includes your kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra. A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection from microbes. These are organisms that…
How do worms enter the body? It is not abnormal to ingest worms. They can enter our body with unhygienic food, drinking water, untreated milk, taking a swim in the pool, walking barefoot, or for that matter from pets. These…
Summer months are often a period when you may easily increase your activity level by stepping outside more and attempting new sports like hiking, swimming, and cycling. However, when the temperature rises, severe heat can provide its own set of…