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Recovering from dental procedures can be challenging, especially when maintaining a nutritious diet. Managing solid foods can be difficult, and finding soft, nutrient-dense alternatives is crucial. Nutrient-rich purees offer an ideal solution, providing essential vitamins and minerals that aid healing and recovery. In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits of incorporating purees into your post-dental …
An average American spends about 5 hours and 24 minutes on their phone every day. With so much time spent staring at screens, you might wonder: can all that screen time mess up our eyesight? There’s a lot of buzz about how our digital habits affect our health. Some studies have proven that extensive use …
Diabetes is a chronic condition that can adversely affect the heart, nerves, and other vital components of the body. The complications associated with diabetes can be life-changing. Even your eyes aren’t safe if you have developed that aforementioned disease. Many people generally know that diabetes is bad for the eyes, but they may not fully …
Key Takeaways: Oral surgery is integral to maintaining optimal dental health. Procedures range from wisdom teeth removal to dental implants. Understanding different types of oral surgeries helps in preparing for them. Oral health directly impacts overall wellness. Oral surgery is vital in dental care, addressing issues like impacted teeth, jaw misalignment, and oral diseases. From …
Reading glasses have become an increasingly popular tool for helping people to see small text and focus on fine details. In the United States alone, around 32.6 million people wear over-the-counter reading glasses, according to a report by The Vision Council. The same report mentioned that older adults are particularly fond of wearing reading glasses …
Recently the U.S. News & World Report partnered with The Harris Poll and released its “Best Diets Overall 2024” report. A panel of 43 leading medical and nutrition experts specializing in diabetes, weight loss, and heart health reviewed each of the 30 diets included in this year’s report. The diets were rated for health risks, …
Imagine launching a startup with high hopes and enthusiasm, facing unpredictable challenges. A startup founder, John, once described his journey as “riding a roller coaster blindfolded.” One day, he secured a significant investment, and the next, he faced a critical software bug that almost derailed his progress. This emotional whiplash is not uncommon—studies show that …
Research at a Glance: People with obesity and type 2 diabetes lost more weight using daily periods of fasting than by trying to restrict calories over a six-month period. Blood sugar levels lowered in people in both groups, and no serious side effects were observed. Around 1 in 10 Americans live with type 2 diabetes, …
Imagine slogging away at the gym only to see minimal results. Well, it might not be your lack of effort that’s holding you back. It could be the gym mistakes you’ve been making. From misconceptions about cardio to myths surrounding weightlifting, the fitness world is rife with misinformation that could be sabotaging your progress. It’s …
Sprint interval training (SIT) is a form of exercise that is characterized by performing cycles of intense exercises that are interspersed by brief periods of rest. A study recently published in the journal Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise investigated the intricate connections among the various parameters of SIT, and the findings may assist …