The Looming Threat: Stomach Cancer and its Ties to Tobacco and Alcohol Abusecreated at May 04, 2009Stomach cancer,a significant global health concern,is strongly linked to both tobacco and alcohol abuse.Smoking damages the stomach lining,increasing the risk of inflammation and precancerous changes,while excessive alcohol consumption irritates the stomac... |
How to Tackle Post-Meal Sleepiness: Understanding Blood Sugar Spikescreated at May 13, 2024Ever notice how you feel sleepy after eating lunch? This happens to a lot of people and it’s often due to something called a "blood sugar spike." Let’s talk about what this means and how you can prevent it.When you eat,especially foods rich in carbohydra... |
Nourishing Your Pregnancy - Why Dieting Isn't the Solutionupdated at Feb 29, 2024Pregnancy is a transformative journey, and alongside it comes a plethora of advice, including what to eat and how much. Yet, amidst the noise, one message stands out: dieting during pregnancy isn't advisable.Typically, a weight gain of 25 to 30 pounds is r... |
How do I prevent colon-rectal (colorectal) cancer?created at May 04, 2009Although colorectal cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in the United States, scientists are trying to learn more about what causes the disease and how it can be prevented. Doctors do not yet know why one person gets colorectal cancer and anot... |