Arnold Schwarzenegger’s 6 Daily Habits to Slash Heart Disease Risk by 80%

Arnold Schwarzenegger’s 6 Daily Habits to Slash Heart Disease Risk by 80%:

  • Embracing a diet rich in whole, plant-based foods every day.
  • Ensuring a minimum of 6 hours of sleep per day, with an ideal range of 7 to 9 hours.
  • Engaging in at least 150 minutes of physical activity per week.
  • Steering clear of tobacco and alcohol consumption (a two-part habit).
  • Prioritizing social interactions for overall well-being.

The World Health Organization’s study highlights that approximately 80% of cases involving heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes could potentially be averted by consistently practicing these six daily habits. (more…)

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The complete extent of the damage caused by space on astronauts’ red blood cells

The human body is not adapted for life in space, and this is evident in our blood. Since humans began spending prolonged periods beyond Earth, researchers have consistently observed a peculiar and persistent decline in red blood cells among astronauts. This phenomenon, known as ‘space anemia,’ had its cause shrouded in mystery until recently. Some experts believed it was a short-term effect—a temporary adjustment to fluid changes in our bodies under microgravity.

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Preventing Coronary Calcification: A Method to Safeguard Against Heart Attacks

Encountering the alarming statistics related to heart attacks and heart disease can be quite disheartening. In the United States, heart disease holds the ominous title of being the leading cause of death, as reported by the American Heart Association. Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that one in every five deaths in the country is attributable to cardiovascular disease. (more…)

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Three Pharmaceuticals in High Demand Emerged Through Serendipity

Three Pharmaceuticals in High Demand Emerged Through Serendipity

 Many are familiar with the chance discovery of Penicillin, where mold contamination in Fleming’s lab inadvertently showed bacteria-killing properties in bacterial petri dishes. Similarly, the field of medicine witnessed another fortuitous twist with two additional widely sought-after medications. (more…)

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Weight and COVID-19 Immunity: Vaccination vs. Infection

A recent study found that excess weight affects how the immune system responds to COVID-19, showing differences between post-infection and post-vaccination immunity. Led by Marcus Tong from the University of Queensland, the research suggests that being overweight, not just obese, makes SARS-CoV-2 infections more severe and changes the immune response. (more…)

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