The Growing Rate of Obesity in sub-Saharan Africa
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The Growing Rate of Obesity in sub-Saharan Africa

Basking in the euphoria of winning the battle over a long history of being overweight, Mr. Afolabi,...
Creating a Health Plan for the New Year
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Creating a Health Plan for the New Year

The new year is always a time of celebration; while some people may spend the time wining and dining...
Skin Lightening Creams Can Damage This Vital Organ
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Skin Lightening Creams Can Damage This Vital Organ

Some Africans, especially women, unfortunately apply different kinds of creams to their skin to ligh...
Simple Advice on Alcohol and High Blood Pressure From AMA
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Simple Advice on Alcohol and High Blood Pressure From AMA

Alcohol has been enjoyed over the eons by many cultures. In recent times, red wine has gained promin...
Reasons Why People With Arthritis Experience Pain Differently
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Reasons Why People With Arthritis Experience Pain Differently

Osteoarthritis affects 300 million people worldwide. It causes different degrees of pain and can lea...
First Potential Treatment for Fainting Unveiled
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First Potential Treatment for Fainting Unveiled

Some people faint due to a sudden drop in blood pressure or skipped heart beats. The trigger for the...
Red Meat Should Be Eaten in Moderation; Mode of Cooking Matters Too, Says Researchers
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Red Meat Should Be Eaten in Moderation; Mode of Cooking Matters Too, Says Researchers

When red meat is grilled, fried or roasted, it releases Advanced Glycation End-Products (AGEs) that...
Are Some People More Likely to Experience Miracles Than Others?
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Are Some People More Likely to Experience Miracles Than Others?

Miracles are supernatural events that are typically linked to a religious belief. A team of research...
Genetics Influences Risk of Liver Damage Among Heavy Alcohol Drinkers
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Genetics Influences Risk of Liver Damage Among Heavy Alcohol Drinkers

Alcohol is one of the leading causes of liver cirrhosis around the world. Research has previously sh...
High intensity physical activity in early adolescence associated with stronger bones in adulthood
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High intensity physical activity in early adolescence associated with stronger bones in adulthood

Children who spent more time doing moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity from age 12 year...
Multivitamin, mineral supplement linked to less-severe, shorter-lasting illness symptoms
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Multivitamin, mineral supplement linked to less-severe, shorter-lasting illness symptoms

Older adults, aged 55 to 75 years, who took a daily multivitamin and mineral supplement in a 12-week...
Social Connection Provides Strongest Protection Against Depression
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Social Connection Provides Strongest Protection Against Depression

Researchers have identified social connection as the strongest protective factor for depression, and...