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According to statistics, 1 in every 10 individuals is estimated to have kidney stones once in their life. In the United States alone, the frequency of kidney stones rose from 3.8% in the 1970s to 8.8% in the 2000s. In 2014, the frequency further increased to 10%. But kidney stone problems are not entirely new problems. Kidney stone removal is one of the earliest medical procedures recorded in history. In ancient India, around 600 BC, a physician named Sushruta described the process of bladder stone extraction through the perineum. It was around the 3rd century that the process of breaking ...

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a widespread health concern that currently affects nearly one in three individuals in the United States. Primarily driven by excessive alcohol intake, unhealthy dietary choices, and sedentary lifestyle habits, NAFLD can have serious implications if not addressed timely. Without intervention, NAFLD can progress, causing significant damage to the liver. This can lead to potentially severe medical conditions such as liver fibrosis or scarring, and even cirrhosis. The latter is particularly dangerous as it can be life-threatening. At present, the FDA...

Everyday life is filled with metals, and among them, nickel is one of the most common. From the food people consume to the objects they interact with, nickel is nearly unavoidable. While it is harmless to many, for individuals sensitive to this element, it can trigger significant health issues, ranging from skin irritation to systemic symptoms. This sensitivity has led to an increased need for awareness and strategies to manage exposure effectively. The low-nickel diet has been gaining attention as an important tool for minimizing symptoms linked to nickel allergies or Systemic Nickel ...

Did you know that skin picking, along with other Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) like hair pulling and nail biting, affects up to 5% of the population? These habits, often unnoticed, can escalate from minor annoyances to significant sources of stress and self-consciousness. They can affect both emotional well-being and physical health, remaining largely misunderstood by those who don't experience them. In this guide, we will talk about the following; Understanding Skin Picking and BFRBs Identifying Symptoms of a Skin Picking Disorder Exploring the Causes of Skin Picking ...

Did you know that nearly 40 percent of households in the United States had an air fryer as of July 2020? Air fryer appliances have soared in popularity over the past few years, driven by social media and the fact that it’s a relatively simple appliance to operate. Moreover, air fryers enable people to cook their food with a fraction of the oil but still enjoy that deep fried taste. It’s a healthier, cleaner, and more suitable alternative to deep frying your favorite foods. Another significant trend that more and more people are taking into consideration to is eating lower sodium content...

More often than not, weight-loss measures are associated with calorie restriction and different forms of fasting. If you are not keen about limiting the number of meals that you can eat on a daily basis, then you may still lose your excess weight—even if you eat 3 full meals and 2 snacks per day—by following the Metabolism boosting diet.As one of the more popular forms of diet, especially among celebrities, the Metabolism boosting diet is based on the principle of fast metabolism. Rather than counting how much carbs and fats you are going to consume per meal, this diet allows its ...

Gone are the days when people stop working at exactly 5 pm and sleep at 8 pm to complete 8 to 10 hours’ worth of sleep. The hustle and bustle of life penetrated our lives so much that most of us have developed a comfort zone in moving and working most of our time. Pausing from our usual daily activities does not come naturally anymore. It takes deliberate practice to sit down and meditate for even just a few minutes of our time. However, did you know that sleep is just as important as diet and exercise? Our mind and body are active 24/7, so a decrease in energy consumption for 8 hours a ...