Tea is one of the oldest and most widely consumed beverages in the world. Drinking tea has benefits for your health, but is green tea better for you than normal tea? What’s the difference between green and black tea? Green, black, and oolong tea are made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. They’re just processed …

Herd immunity and COVID-19 Herd immunity is important because it protects those people who are most susceptible to an illness. It also keeps the disease from spreading as easily. Herd immunity is an increasingly popular topic with the COIVD-19 pandemic bringing the concept front and center. Epidemiologists estimate that 70% of the global population needs to be vaccinated in order …

Survival rates for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) are poor. The cancer is usually diagnosed in advanced stages Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most common type of liver cancer. It occurs most often in people with other liver disorders and frequently occurs secondary to hepatitis B and C infections. Hepatocellular carcinoma has a poor prognosis for survival. The cancer is usually diagnosed …

Vitiligo affects people of all races, including Caucasians. However, the condition is more visible in people with darker skin Globally, vitiligo occurs in 1% or so of the population. Vitiligo affects people of all races, including Caucasians. However, the condition is more visible in people with darker skin. Vitiligo can affect people of all age groups, although it is rare …

Sitting vs. standing for work Most people would sit rather than stand when they can choose, especially at work. Many people have jobs that require them to either sit or stand for long periods. Is one better than the other? Learn more about sitting vs. standing for work and which one may be better for you. The kind of work …

Which diseases does a plant-based diet reverse or prevent? Following a plant-based diet means you do not eat any animal products like meat, eggs, or dairy. It also means you do eat plenty of whole foods, like vegetables, grains, fruits, and nuts. This diet has been shown to reduce the risk of some diseases and even reverse the effects of …

Symptoms of dumping syndrome include bloating, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, weakness, sweating, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, and shaking Dumping syndrome, also called rapid gastric emptying, occurs when food moves too quickly from the stomach to the duodenum of the large intestine. Symptoms vary depending on whether they are early or late: Symptoms of early dumping syndrome Bloating Nausea Vomiting Abdominal cramps …

Like many people, you may have spent more time indoors since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Decorating your house with indoor plants not only beautifies your space; it may also have some benefits for your mental health. Indoor plants and mental health The average person spends more than 85% of their time indoors. Houseplants are an easy way to …

To speed up the recovery time from Achilles tendonitis, utilize the RICE protocol (rest, ice, compress, and elevate), as well as seek help from your doctor. Achilles tendinopathy is a better term for an inflamed Achilles tendon and should be used instead of Achilles tendonitis. Essentially, the tendon is weak and dysfunctional, and, as a result, it is prone to …

Sweating is a normal function that helps your body regulate its temperature. You probably sweat at the gym, on a hot day, and in similar situations. If you wake up in the middle of the night sweating profusely, you might have night sweats. What are night sweats? If you occasionally wake up and are too hot or are a little damp …