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The body mass index (BMI) is a convenient guide for evaluating a healthy weight range. It takes into account your height and weight to show whether you’re underweight, average weight, overweight, or obese. BMI is widely used today in healthcare settings to flag potential weight-related health issues or track the chances of obesity.That said, BMI…
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Diet culture is the self-deprecating, harmful assumption that appearance and body shape are more necessary than psychological, physical, and general well-being. It is the idea that controlling your body, especially your diet, is normal by restricting what and how much you eat. Diet culture frequently stresses ‘good’ vs ‘bad’ foods, encourage calorie counting, and normalises…
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Diabetes mellitus is a group of metabolic disorders characterised by persistently high blood glucose levels. A high blood glucose level is the most prominent symptom of a patient diagnosed with diabetes. Other symptoms of diabetes include appetite, increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, headache, and slow healing of wounds and bruises. According to the International Diabetes Federation,…
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Diabetes is a metabolic disorder in the endocrine system. It is becoming a severe threat to worldwide health. According to a report by the National Diabetes Statistics, 7.3 million people have diabetes (11.3% of the U.S. population), and 8.5 million people are undiagnosed. A report by the Indian Diabetes Federation also showcases surprising numbers, estimating…
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Diabetes or Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder that happens due to an elevated blood glucose level when the body can’t produce insulin. An adult’s average blood glucose level should be 90-180 mg/dL. Any fluctuation in the range is suspected to be diabetes. A 2019 study revealed that 77 million people in India live with…
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The University of Oregon is doing a study on the effect phones have on mental health, using Google’s Health Studies app. The goal of the study is to see how people are actually using their phones and how that affects their well-being. A post on the company blog written by one of the lead researchers…
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A Food and Drug Administration committee will meet in mid-June to review data on COVID-19 vaccines for children six months through five years old, the agency announced Monday. If all goes as expected, it could sign off on the shots for that age group within days of that meeting. The announcement came just after Pfizer…
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Finding it difficult to find a suitable hair dye color and shade? Many have encountered that problem too. Coming across the best ash brown hair dye is really a godsend for frustrated hair dye fans. Top 11 Best Ash Brown Hair Dye Ideas When you come across a great hair dye, you are probably wondering…
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Diabetes can strike anyone from any phase of life. There are three main types of diabetes – type 1, type 2 and gestational. Around 10% of all people with diabetes have type 1 diabetes. If you’re diagnosed with it, one of your first questions is likely to be, “what can I eat and drink?” Unfortunately,…
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a condition characterised by irregular or no periods at all. Women suffering from PCOS generally have multiple cysts in their ovaries. Common symptoms of PCOS include obesity, acne, excessive hair and baldness. Most of the symptoms of PCOS are not fatal. However, the symptoms may turn life-threatening if you don’t…
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