Category: General Health
Depression and Anxiety May Raise Thyroid Disease Risk, While Thyroid Issues Could Worsen Anxiety, Studies Show
Key Takeaways People with depression or anxiety have a higher chance of developing thyroid problems like hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, up to 84% higher with severe symptoms. Treating thyroid inflammation …Wrinkles: Evaluating Types and Treatment Options
The issue of wrinkles is one that bothers most people. We discuss common types of skin creases and suggestions on the most appropriate treatment options.Decoding Unexplained Pain: What You Need to Know for Diagnosis and Treatment
Sometimes, people do experience pain sensation whose cause doctors don’t seem to have an answer for. What are the possible causes and what can you do?Aggressively Chasing Happiness Depletes Mental Energy, Weakening Self-Control and Satisfaction
Key Takeaways: Actively pursuing happiness can reduce self-control and mental energy, leading to lower life satisfaction. Studies show that happiness-seeking competes with self-regulation for limited mental resources, causing quicker …
A Device That Could Tell You if Your Breath Is Bad in Seconds Could Soon Be Available
Bad breath, otherwise known as halitosis, is simply the expulsion of a breath that is unpleasant, especially when one speaks. This disquieting condition may also be embarrassing because no …
Purdue University: Humans Are the Main Source of Pollution in Office Spaces
Key Takeaways Office workers and ventilation systems are major sources of indoor pollution. Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from breath, cosmetics, and cleaning products linger in office air. Poor ventilation …Calcium and Potassium-Rich Diets Prevent Kidney Stones Recurrence
The kidneys, two bean-shaped structures located in the paravertebral gutters, are our major excretory organs. They are responsible for maintaining a stable internal environment of the body by engaging …Bleeding Gums May Signal Vitamin C Deficiency: Study Urges Diet Review Alongside Dental Care
Key Takeaways: Bleeding gums may indicate low vitamin C levels, not just poor oral hygiene or gum disease. Meta-analysis of 15 trials (1,140 participants) and CDC data (8,210 people) …