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The 3 Most Surprising Facts that Cause Food Poisoning

During times of hot humid climate, everyone is worried about food poisoning. Simple and common-sense preventive measures like hand washing and proper preparation of foods will help prevent food poisoning. Another common measure to prevent food poisoning is by heating or cooking foods appropriately. However, is this the case every time? It turns out that bacteria can even grow at hazardous levels even after heating foods!

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Heart Disease Risk Increases at Age 40 and on Menopausal Women

Sudden feelings of chest pain or tightness are usually signs of heart disease. But not all heart problems are apparent. In fact, latest studies show that there is a mysterious heart disease that usually affects people aged 40, which is regarded as the peak age of onset. It's mysterious because this heart disease is very difficult to recognize and diagnose even if it is represented by severe chest pain.

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Osteoporosis in Your 30's? How to Prevent It Naturally

Osteoporosis is defined as a medical condition in which the bones become fragile and brittle. It is often perceived as a disease that mostly affects the elderly. However, early signs of osteoporosis may show and affect younger people as well especially those who belong to the age bracket of 30-40 years old. Studies show that adults are at higher risk of osteoporosis when their bone density is already lower to begin with during their younger years.

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The Hidden Cause of Nickel Metal Allergy Revealed

Metal allergy or nickel allergy is a type of allergy that causes skin rash or dermatitis by touching some metallic substances, particularly nickel, among predisposed individuals. The condition worsens especially if the person is frequently exposed to various metallic materials like jewelries, watches, needles, and even cosmetics or dental metals. About six hundred million people (10-20% women and 1-2% men) are allergic to the metal nickel. In addition, anyone can suddenly develop the allergy later in life.

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Early Sign of Alzheimer's Disease - Decreased Sense of Smell?

A decrease in sense of smell can be caused by various reasons, including aging and viral infection. But lately, studies have shown that decreased sense of smell can also be an early sign of Alzheimer's disease. Research shows that the olfactory system, a sensory system used for smell, can get damaged due to Alzheimer's disease--specifically targeting the entorhinal cortex. It was found that the entorhinal cortex is associated in pairing odors with proper memories.

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Honey - Natural Treatment for Wounds and Burns

Honey is a highly concentrated sugar solution produced by honeybees. It is commonly used as substitute for sugar or a flavor enhancer. But other than that, honey is also effective in treating burns and wounds and it has been used for this purpose for many centuries. Now it is known that the ...

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A 'Magic Bullet' For Treating Stroke - It's t-PA

Ischemic stroke (cerebral infarction) is the most common type of stroke. It is a deadly condition caused by blockage or rupture of blood vessels in the brain. Paralysis on one side of the body is one of the sequelae of stroke. According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 15 million people suffer from stroke every year worldwide. Of these, 5 million are bedridden or disabled permanently and another 5 million die.

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How to Spot Cancer and Kidney Disease Early through Urine

The color of your urine can be considered one of the barometers in determining your overall physical condition. For example, a darker urine color can indicate that you are dehydrated. Urine color also tends to be darker (usually dark yellow) after a strenuous exercise. However, did you know that urine color can also indicate a life-threating condition? In fact, an ordinary yellow color of urine is sometimes a sign of hidden cancer and kidney disease!

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Irregular Heartbeat Increases Risk of Memory Loss

Most people suspect that forgetfulness or dementia occurs because of some changes or problems in the brain, especially among the elderly. However, this is not always the case. In fact, a heart problem can also increase the risk of dementia or Alzheimer's disease! It may be hard to believe this, but the statistics speaks for itself--there is an estimated 350,000 people in Japan alone who suffers from dementia due to heart problems. Some experts say that if the number of patients who are at risk is included, then the number will be twice as much.

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Dangerous Health Risks of Double Chin | Latest Discoveries

Double chin refers to the fatty tissue under the chin. It is a layer of fat around the neck that sags down, and you will look like you a have a second chin. It is very common among obese people and the elderly. Generally, people view double chins as a cosmetic problem. However, they can also cause several serious health risks if left untreated. In fact, double chin can be associated with diseases like periodontal disease and life-threatening conditions such as sleep apnea syndrome and pneumonia.

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How to Prevent Stomach Cancer or Peptic Ulcer in Just 1 Week

Loss of appetite is usually a part of the normal aging process. Our digestive system tends to worsen with age especially when it comes to our stomach. However, some stomach or digestive problems don't necessarily relate to normal aging. Rather, the stomach may actually be aging prematurely or aging faster than it should. If these stomach problems are left untreated, it can result to an increased risk of peptic ulcer and stomach cancer, which can start as early as age 30, with twice as much risk to those aged 50 and above!

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3 Best Ways to Prevent Iron Deficiency Anemia

Did you know that Iron Deficiency Anemia affects about 20% of the world’s population? It is also the most common type of anemia caused by inadequate dietary intake or absorption of iron. But if you do suffer from iron deficiency anemia due to lack of iron in your body, don’t look again on those ...

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