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The Blood Types That Can Increase Your Risk Of Dementia – Health Digest
Momo Productions/Getty Images Unless you donate blood often, you probably don’t know your blood type. Blood types are distinguished by the types of proteins, called antigens, found on your red blood cells. A person with an A blood type has the A antigen on the blood cells […]
The Vegetable With The Most Calcium Can Also Protect You From Two Types Of Cancer – Health Digest
Aleksandra Sokolachko/Shutterstock Your body needs at least 1,000 milligrams of calcium a day to build strong bones and help your nerves send important signals throughout your body. While milk, yogurt, and cheese are well-known sources of calcium, non-dairy foods can also supply this essential mineral. Leafy greens […]
Types Of Cancer Your Eyes Can Help Diagnose – Health Digest
Our eyes may also help diagnose certain types of blood cancers, specifically lymphoma and leukemia (via American Academy of Ophthalmology). Lymphoma is characterized by cancerous growth within the white blood cells. When this occurs in the cells of the retina, it’s known as primary intraocular lymphoma (PIOL), explains Columbia University Irving Medical Center. In 80% […]