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27m ago
How does arthritis affect the body? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that affects more than 18 million people worldwide. About 70 percent of individuals living with rheumatoid arthritis are women, and 55 percent are older than 55 years (3). When a person has rheumatoid arthritis, the immune system, which normally protects the body ..read more
Health Today: Health And Lifestyle Blog
27m ago
Understanding arm soreness There are a wide range of causes why you might experience pain in one of your arms, from minor injuries like mild trauma to serious conditions such as heart attacks. Here are some of the possible causes: Shoulder pain The shoulder joint is one of the most mobile joints in the human ..read more
Health Today: Health And Lifestyle Blog
27m ago
Strongest essential oils for pain relief According to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 2021, approximately 20.9 percent of adults in the USA, which equals 51.6 million people, were dealing with chronic pain, and 17.1 million people suffered from chronic pain that impacted daily activities (i.e., high impact chronic ..read more
Health Today: Health And Lifestyle Blog
27m ago
Anemia and cancer: What you should know Anemia is when your body runs low on red blood cells. This condition is also called low hemoglobin in red blood cells. Hemoglobin (Hb) is the iron-rich protein that gives blood its red color and helps carry oxygen throughout the body (1, 2, 3). The World Health Organization ..read more
Health Today: Health And Lifestyle Blog
3d ago
The best sleep position for breathing: Which position fits you? Adequate rest depends on multiple factors, including habits, age, health status, and previous respiratory conditions. In younger people, sleeping posture may be less relevant than in older individuals or those with certain respiratory conditions. The three common sleeping positions (side, back, and stomach) have advantages ..read more
Health Today: Health And Lifestyle Blog
3d ago
Diabetes and exercise: Low and high blood sugar after exercise Diabetes and exercise can lead to fluctuations in blood sugar levels, including lows and highs after physical activity. Individuals with type 2 diabetes must monitor their blood sugar levels closely and adjust their exercise routines accordingly to maintain optimal blood sugar control and overall health ..read more
Health Today: Health And Lifestyle Blog
5d ago
What is refined sugar, and why is it not good for you? All sugars are not created equal. We can broadly think of sugars as natural or refined, with refined sugars leading to the negative health effects associated with excess sugar consumption. Natural sugar vs added sugar: What are the differences? Natural sugars occur in ..read more
Health Today: Health And Lifestyle Blog
5d ago
What is breathing therapy? Breathing therapy is a physical form of therapy that is used to bring the body and mind to a state of calm by harnessing the power of different breathing patterns. When you feel stressed you might notice that your breathing feels shallow, comes faster, or is restricted. By being aware of ..read more
Health Today: Health And Lifestyle Blog
5d ago
How to know if you’re stressed: Symptoms of stress Because of the fast pace of modern life, you might not even know that you are stressed. If you’ve adapted and become used to 21st-century online, on-the-go living, then you might be unfamiliar with how stress manifests for you. As mentioned earlier, stress affects every part ..read more
Health Today: Health And Lifestyle Blog
5d ago
Signs and symptoms of stress In our modern world, stress seems to be an inevitable part of life. Yet, understanding when we’re stressed and recognizing the signs can be the key to managing it effectively. If you’re wondering, “How can I tell if I’m stressed?” or “What are the physical and emotional signs of stress ..read more