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Strange Things That Happen To The Body At The End Of Life – Health Digest
Perfect Wave/Shutterstock As the end of one’s life approaches, the body begins to go through a number of changes as it starts to shut down (via Healthdirect). In general, the body’s normal operations tend to function more slowly, which can create a domino effect throughout the body. So, […]
When Men Stop Having Sex, This Is What Happens – Health Digest
South Agency/Getty Images According to the American Sexual Health Association (ASHA), sex and sexuality are important, normal, healthy, and positive parts of life that not only provide the ability to reproduce but also offer the chance to experience pleasure, satisfaction, and intimacy. Moreover, it has been proven that […]
9 Beverages That Can Naturally Lower Your High Cholesterol – Health Digest
ORION PRODUCTION/Shutterstock Many people have high cholesterol that they manage with medication. In fact, it’s estimated that some 71 million people in the United States deal with this common health concern (via Johns Hopkins Medicine). While everyone has cholesterol, elevated levels can dramatically increase your risk of developing […]
Rare Health Conditions You Probably Didn’t Know Exist – Health Digest
Morsa Images/Getty Images Living with any health condition is no easy feat. Yet, to say there’s a big difference between living with a more “common” or widely known condition versus a rare one is quite an understatement. According to the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD), a rare […]
9 Medications You Should Avoid Taking Before Going To Sleep – Health Digest
Corticosteroids are used to tame inflammation due to allergies, asthma, and rheumatoid arthritis, among other conditions. They work by slowing your immune system’s response to alleviate issues such as redness, swelling, and discomfort. They may be applied topically, taken orally, or even inhaled or injected. Research has found that taking some of these corticosteroids late […]
Strange Things That Happen To Your Body When You Eat Alone Every Day – Health Digest
Eating alone and social isolation in general can have drastic effects on you, not just physically, but mentally as well. A 2019 study published in Brain, Behavior and Immunity showed that, when exposed to Salmonella typhi bacteria, lonely people experienced an overactive immune response. In addition, people who are socially disengaged can produce more chemicals in […]
The Unexpected Side Effects Of Masturbating Frequently – Health Digest
Experiencing guilt is a common and unexpected side effect of masturbation, which can be linked to various factors, including social stigma, religious views, culture, trauma, and more. “Feeling guilty after masturbating is often deeply rooted, influenced by cultural messages and internalized beliefs about sex going back to childhood,” licensed therapist Megan Ann Corrieri told Choosing Therapy. “The […]
The Most Embarrassing Medical Conditions That Can And Can’t Be Cured – Health Digest
Everyone sweats, but some people may experience hyperhidrosis, a medical condition that causes excessive sweating. Hyperhidrosis is defined as sweating that interrupts daily life and occurs primarily on the armpits, head, face, hands, and feet. It’s hard to know the true statistics due to the embarrassment and stigma surrounding this medical condition. However, according to a 2020 study […]
Sneaky Peanut Butter Ingredients You Should Avoid Eating At All Costs – Health Digest
If you see palm oil on the ingredient list, it’s a good idea to put that peanut butter jar back on the shelf. Manufacturers add this substance to solidify the food, make it more shelf stable, and improve the texture so that it’s more manageable. However, the oil is loaded with saturated fats, which could […]
Diseases Men Are More Likely To Get Than Women – Health Digest
Heart disease refers to numerous conditions that affect how the heart and blood vessels work, including conditions like atherosclerosis, coronary artery disease (CAD), heart attack, arrhythmia, heart failure, valvular heart disease, cardiomyopathy, myocarditis, and pericarditis (via Healthgrades). Per the CDC, people AMAB are not only more likely to develop heart disease than people AFAB, but […]