The human body releases varieties of chemicals from different reactions. Many of them are useful for us, while many are wasteful and toxic. But in all these, there are also chemicals present in our body that are not produced but are taken from outside sources like plants, the food we eat, and others. This article discusses the chemical name ...
Drug and substance abuse has a lot of adverse effects on people. Addiction and overdependence are some of the main problems people face in such a stage. Anyone addicted, their personal life is affected and those of their loved ones. Drug and substance abuse can also lead to the deteriorating health of the user. Some people usually give up on ...
At the most basic level, autoimmune disease is what happens when your body’s immune system turns against your body and starts attacking it. For a variety of reasons, it mistakes something happening inside of your body as a threat and starts attacking your cells. When your immune system is working properly, it recognizes the difference between foreign cells and bacteria, ...
One of the reasons people smoke so much even when they do not enjoy it is that nicotine is a highly addictive substance that is hard to quit. Many people struggle with withdrawal when they try to give up smoking, and unless you are mentally strong with a lot of willpower, there is a high chance you will fail in ...
Cannabis is one of the most controversial substances in history. It has been used for recreational and medicinal purposes, condemned as a dangerous drug, and persecuted users by law enforcement. This blog post will explore the long and fascinating journey that cannabis has taken from ancient times to today. The History of Cannabis Cannabis is one of the oldest crops ...
Dog’s ear infections are common and are caused mainly by bacteria and infections. These microorganisms flourish in dark, damp settings, which our pets’ ears provide. A dog’s ear canal goes down and then inward, but ours travel straight inward. The vertical canal, located at the bottom of the ear canal, makes it difficult for the ear to drain and might ...
We all need a vacation, especially after the most hectic and chaotic year of our lives, where some of us lost a loved one due to the pandemic. And since the world is slowly starting to go back to normal, especially with the help of the vaccine, we can now go to the places that we want to visit while ...
The idea that a balanced diet comprises necessary elements ingested in the same proportions as they are expended has gained widespread acceptance among nutritionists and researchers (e.g. protein, vitamins and minerals). It is essential to eat a certain quantity of energy; however, this amount varies according to gender, age, and activity habits. There are several ways to boost your diet, ...
As people get older, they need more nutrients in their diets to stay healthy and keep doing well. Some nutrients just don’t come naturally as they age; others need to be supplemented with certain vitamins and minerals. One popular method of getting extra vitamins and minerals is through liquid nutritional supplements. The bad news is, however, that there aren’t very ...
There are staff shortages across the healthcare industry, including in nursing, which inevitably has an impact on the efficiency and quality of healthcare. While the pandemic has increased interest in nursing and other healthcare professions, there can be no quick fix. Healthcare professions are highly skilled roles and it takes time to train the next cohort. However, it is possible ...