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Biohacking for Better Health - What Science Says

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  Biohacking has become a buzzword nowadays and is considered the future of our  healthcare system . Using various science-based  digital therapeutic devices , you can optimize your own health to have a sound body and mind. Though creating a superhuman has been a concept in the frictional world, biohacking is bringing this concept to reality. We can engineer our own bodies to fix all the flaws and improve their performance, health, and well-being with a technical approach. So, how can you biohack your own body to feel your best? When with a personalized approach you plan your healthcare, you can deliver peak performance and optimize your health. Let’s dive into the world of biohacking to understand the tips and tricks to achieve it. What is Biohacking? Biohacking is a  science that combines technology with body modification . It is a self-help approach to improve the quality and longevity of life. In today’s world, we constantly strive for quick results and look for immediate relief op

Changing Season: 17 Tremendous Tips to Enjoy Winters Without Affecting your Health

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  Winter can be tough on your skin, hair, immunity or overall health and it necessitates your undivided care. The dryness of the climate and freezing temperature have an impact not only on your external health but also on your internal health. Hence, it is important to take care of your body through the winter season. We have compiled 17 finest methods to enjoy winters without compromising your health based on this insightful read. On this page, you will learn about- ● Tips for Skin Care in Winter ● Tips for Hair Care in Cold Weather ● Tips for Lip Care ● Tips for Body Care Read further to know more about it. Skin Care 1. Choose Skin Care Products Wisely The season has an effect on the skin. Moisturizing is required for your skin. Summers require light moisturizing in summer, whereas winters require deep and heavy moisturizing. So, the skincare advice is to choose products that are appropriate to your skin type. Even the choice of some beauty products like foundation, concealer and lip

Diabetes Type 1& Type 2: Things You Should Know

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  Diabetes is a growing concern of the current era. Regardless of age and gender, any person can be diagnosed with diabetes anytime in their lifespan. The primary forms of it are Type 1 & Type 2 diabetes. According to a resource, type 1 affects 8% of everyone with diabetes. At the same time, type 2 diabetes affects about 90%. Although both type 1& type 2 are somehow similar, there are still lots of differences between them, like their risk factors, prevention tips, and symptoms. This article mainly highlights what you should know about type 1& type 2 diabetes. On this page, you will find: ● What is insulin? ● What is Type 1& Type 2 diabetes? ● What are the risk factors? ● How to manage them? ● What is the cure & prevention tips? Before starting with type 1 & type 2 diabetes, let us know about insulin. What is insulin? Insulin is a hormone that enables sugar to enter the bloodstream to be used by cells for energy or stored for later use. What is Type 1 & Type

How can Excessive Screen Time Increase Health Hazards and Affect Your Circadian Rhythm?

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  Do you know sleep problems in adults are increasing lately? Sufficient sleep is essential for our physical, psychological, and cognitive health. Research says a lot of exposure to electronic media disrupts our sleep schedule and affects our circadian rhythm.  The screen has become the symbol of modernization. With so much digital information and entertainment around us, it has become an integral part of our life.  There is also a growing concern about the impact of screen time on our health. Do you know your screen time can cause increased calorie intake, reduced physical activity and metabolism, and also harmful effects on your mood and social life?  Due to these health concerns, experts have released professional guidelines on screen time for children and young adults. But, moderate use of digital devices has become essential to meet the requirements of modern society and social integration.  So, how do you balance screen time, your health, and your sleep schedule? What are the hea

10 Myths vs Facts about HIV/AIDS

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  AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) is a disease caused by HIV, in which the body's cellular immunity is severely compromised. According to one report around 37.6 million people worldwide were living with HIV in 2020.,. People are constantly afraid of AIDS, and it has a long history of stigma associated to it. Much of this stem from a lack of understanding of the disease. There are many myths and misconceptions about HIV is transmitted. We've listed all you need to know about AIDS in order to assist you break the taboo and give you with accurate information. Let's bust some myths and educate ourselves on the facts. How does a person become infected with HIV? Infected body fluids enter your bloodstream in one of the following ways: ● Unprotected sex (including sex toys) ● Passed on from mother to her child during delivery or Nursing ● Injecting medications with the same needle that the infected individual used ● Infected blood donations or organ transplants What are

Lung Cancer Awareness By Epillo Health Systems

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  November is officially lung cancer awareness month. The event started back in 1995 as lung cancer awareness day. As the lung cancer community and the lung cancer movement grew, the awareness activities increased and the day matured into Lung Cancer awareness month. During the month, people throughout the country come together to support the lung cancer community and raise awareness about the disease. HISTORY • Until 1878, lung cancer was still considered rare as it made up only 1% of all cancers. Unfortunately, this percentage rose to 10% in 1918 and further escalated to over 14% in 1927. This is because smoking had increased over the years but its adverse impact on the human body had not yet been detected. • In 1929, German physician Fritz Lickint first recognized and highlighted the connection between smoking and lung cancer. • Naturally, this lead to an anti-tobacco movement in Nazi Germany, which later trickled down into other parts of the world where cases of lung cancer were in

Communicable Diseases; Transmission, Prevention, and Treatment

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Communicable diseases have been a leading cause of mortality across the globe. It becomes the major cause of concern in some underdeveloped countries due to improper access to healthcare facilities. These communicable diseases can sometimes lead to severe complications resulting in numerous deaths. A newly emerged infectious disease COVID-19 has become the top cause for many deaths in the past year. Some other examples of communicable diseases are hepatitis A, B, and C, HIV, salmonella, measles, and blood-borne illnesses. These infectious diseases can generally spread through food, sexual intercourse, insect bites, contact with contaminated fomites, droplets, fecal-oral route, or skin contact. Even today, infectious diseases have the potential to disturb or destroy human life. Hence, it becomes essential to understand more about these infectious diseases, how they spread, and measures needed for prevention. Let us discuss all the vital factors you need to be aware of regarding co