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Dark chocolate is loaded with nutrients that can positively affect your health. Made from the seed of the cacao tree, it’s one of the best sources of antioxidants you can find. Studies show that dark chocolate can improve your health and lower the risk of heart disease. Here are 7 health benefits of dark chocolate or cocoa that are supported by science. 1. VERY NUTRITIOUS If you buy quality dark chocolate with a high cocoa content, then it’s quite nutritious. It contains a decent amount of soluble fiber and is loaded with minerals. A 100-gram bar of dark chocolate with 70–85% cocoa contains: 11 grams of fiber 67% of the DV for iron 58% of the DV for magnesium 89% of the DV for...

Stroke is a medical condition wherein there is a sudden cut-off of oxygen to your brain due to narrowed arteries, leading to brain cell damage and subsequent effects. Due to its nature, this condition is categorized as a medical emergency and requires immediate medical attention. ● STROKES MOSTLY OCCUR IN OLDER PEOPLEThe reason for this myth is that your risk of stroke increases as you grow older. However, it is a myth that strokes occur only in the elderly. Anyone between the ages of 18 upwards can suffer a stroke, but the risk grows higher with age. In fact, the incidences of stroke are increasing in the young due to unhealthy lifestyles, increased stress, high blood pressure levels, etc....

HOW DOES COVID-19 INFECTION AND VACCINATION AFFECT PREGNANCY? Research finds that contracting the disease increases the risk of premature birth and stillbirth when the mother is unvaccinated Efforts to immunize populations against Covid-19 have faced persistent online rumors that vaccination affects fertility or pregnancy. Despite a lack of evidence that jabs reduce the chances of becoming pregnant, increase the risk of miscarriage or cause related forms of harm, misinformation has continued to spread on the web. WHY HAVE THERE BEEN SUGGESTIONS THAT COVID-19 VACCINATION COULD AFFECT PREGNANCY? One factor, said Ian Jones, a professor of virology at the University of Reading in the UK,...

Eczema symptoms often get worse at night and interrupt or delay sleep. Medications, wet wraps, medicated baths, and other methods can help people with eczema to get a good night’s rest. Eczema, or dermatitis, is a skin condition that causes patches of itchiness, inflammation, swelling, and cracked skin. When eczema flares up at night, the discomfort can make it difficult to get to sleep. Why does eczema flares up at night? Researchers are not sure what causes eczema, but various genetic and environmental factors may be involved. Eczema symptoms may feel worse at night for a few reasons: Due to the body’s sleep and wake cycles, a person’s temperature decreases at night, which can make...

Children and adolescents need at least 9 hours of sleep every night. Sleep problems and a lack of sleep can have negative effects on children's performance in school, during extracurricular activities, and in social relationships. A lack of sleep may cause: · Accidents and injuries · Behavior problems · Impulsive behavior · Mood problems · Memory, concentration, and learning problems · Slower reaction times · Overeating SIGNS OF SLEEP PROBLEMS IN CHILDREN Talk to your pediatrician if your child shows any of the following signs of a sleep problem: · Snoring · Breathing pauses during sleep · Trouble falling asleep · Problems with sleeping through the night · Teeth grinding · Be...

Wondering how to de-stress at work? Stress from tight deadlines and high stakes can cause us to lose focus. If we let stress get the best of us, it can reduce our unicorn ideas to donkey fodder. But if we address it head on, we can stay productive and happy at work. You can calm your mind and reduce anxiety in a matter of minutes with a handful of proven techniques to reduce stress. Here, 15 ways to de-stress at work instantly. 1. Take a Walk If you sit behind a desk all day, one of the best solutions for stress is going for a short walk. By doing this, your brain will release endorphins that subdue anxiety, increase energy levels and improve mood -- all in just 15 minutes. So the...

You probably have heard about the dangers of smoking. Smoking cigarettes can lead to cancer, stroke, heart disease, lung disease and so forth. Moreover, this bad habit is directly related to a host of dental risks like bad breath, tooth discoloration, gum disease, oral cancer and more. For these reasons, some smokers have turned to electronic cigarettes (or vapes) to consume tobacco. Many people deem e-cigarettes as a generally safer option since they emit fewer toxins than cigarette smoke does. However, this perception has also led to record-breaking numbers of young people who have never smoked before to begin vaping. E-cigarettes are now the most popular tobacco product among children an...

AN IMPORTANT NOTE No supplement will cure or prevent disease. With the 2019 COVID-19 pandemic, it’s especially important to understand that no supplement, diet, or other lifestyle modification other than physical distancing, also known as social distancing, and proper hygiene practices can protect you from COVID-19. Currently, no research supports the use of any supplement to protect against COVID-19 specifically. Your immune system consists of a complex collection of cells, processes, and chemicals that constantly defends your body against invading pathogens, including viruses, toxins, and bacteria. Keeping your immune system healthy year-round is key to preventing infection and diseas...

Nobody likes to share a bed with a snorer. It’s funny at times, but it can rob you of sleep and put a strain on your relationship with your partner. And it can be dangerous. Snoring is a major symptom of a serious condition called sleep apnea, characterized by interrupted breathing throughout the night. It’s a disorder that carries serious long-term health consequences. “Snoring is a marker of the airway being narrow, so it can be a sign of something more sinister, like clinical sleep apnea.” Ask yourself these questions to find out what you know about snoring, sleep apnea and how to tell the difference between the two. SLEEP APNEA HAS CONSEQUENCES THAT SIMPLE SNORING DOES NOT.TRUE. B...

WHAT IS INTERMITTENT FASTING? Intermittent fasting is by definition a brief time period during which you refrain from eating or drinking. It permits a few exceptions like water, tea, coffee, and bone broth. Intermittent fasting shouldn’t be confused with starvation or calorie restriction. It’s simply shorting your time window of eating. It might be helpful to think of intermittent fasting as an eating pattern rather than a diet. With food easily accessible, we’ve been programmed to eat anywhere from three-to-six times per day—and that’s if we’re not grazing on trial mix or sipping on a green juice in between meals. Intermittent fasting sets a limited time window of eating so your body can...