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The Origins Of BMI Are Further Removed From Medical Science Than You Knew – Health Digest
Ariel Skelley/Getty Images When your doctor’s office checks your height and weight, you’re probably given an estimate of your body mass index (BMI) to see if you fall within a “healthy” weight range. After all, someone who weighs 150 pounds at 6 feet tall will look very […]
The Medical Procedure RFK Jr. Underwent In Japan To Try And Fix His Quivering Voice – Health Digest
lev radin/Shutterstock Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.’s voice frequently sounds strained and raspy because of a rare neurological condition called spasmodic dysphonia that only affects around 50,000 new adults yearly. (Actress Selma Blair has had spasmodic dysphonia as well.) And he’s quite aware of how his spasmodic dysphonia […]
If You Grind Your Teeth While You Sleep, You Might Have This Medical Condition – Health Digest
Hope Connolly/Getty Images According to the Mayo Clinic, teeth grinding, also known as “bruxism,” is a condition in which you unconsciously clench or grind your teeth. It can occur while you’re awake (awake bruxism) or while you are asleep (sleep bruxism), and often goes unnoticed until symptoms like […]
JD Vance Had A Medical Procedure You Probably Didn’t Hear About – Health Digest
Joshua Sukoff/Shutterstock Vice President JD Vance managed to slip away to George Washington Hospital in Washington for a minor sinus surgery just a few weeks before he was sworn into his White House role. You might not have heard much about it because he had attended the […]
A Bad Night Of Sleep Can Increase Your Risk Of This Serious Medical Event – Health Digest
Katarzynabialasiewicz/Getty Images Sleep is an essential part of staying healthy, mentally and physically. Although the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that as many as 14.5% of adults struggle to fall asleep and stay asleep, a number that tends to decrease with age, every time […]
Your Magnesium Levels Could Skyrocket If You Have This Medical Condition – Health Digest
Urbazon/Getty Images Magnesium is quite plentiful in the human body, and with good reason. It is a cofactor in over 300 enzyme systems, including protein synthesis, muscle and nerve function, blood sugar control (and here’s what happens to your blood sugar if you don’t get enough magnesium), and […]
SNL’s Kenan Thompson Finally Opened Up About This Painful Medical Diagnosis – Health Digest
Ron Adar/Shutterstock Whether you’re a devoted fan of Saturday Night Live or catch a few sketches on YouTube, Kenan Thompson gets the endurance award for being the show’s longest-serving player. Yet two years ago, Thompson noticed his voice getting more hoarse during his late-night appearances each Saturday. […]
The Medical Reason That Explains Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Voice – Health Digest
Ringo Chiu/Shutterstock Many public figures are known for their unique vocal characteristics. For instance, former U.S. President Barack Obama has been praised for his smooth, calm cadence. And Yeardley Smith — the talented voiceover artist behind Lisa Simpson — wouldn’t be herself without a bit of a […]
When You Stop Having Sex, Your Risk Of These Medical Conditions Increases – Health Digest
Harbucks/Getty Images Sex is an integral part of life. As one of the pillars of overall health (which also includes your physical, mental, and spiritual health), it plays a huge role in your personal growth and development (per Mayo Clinic). On the same note, by allowing for social and […]
7 Unexpected Risks Of Eating Avocado (Especially If You Have These Medical Conditions) – Health Digest
Eternity In An Instant/Getty Images Avocado is easily one of the most popular fruits out there. So much more than just a nutritional powerhouse, it’s incredibly versatile. It’s enjoyed on its own, sprinkled with salt and pepper, chopped into salads, and, of course, whipped into guacamole. It doesn’t […]