Category: 8. Health

Shampooing twice can help a specific hair type. — Unsplash/File Most people just give their hair a once-over with shampoo and conditioner to keep it clean, however, can “double shampooing” produce better outcomes and healthier hair? “This hair-washing method is exactly what it sounds like — if someone double shampoos, they’ll wash their hair with…

Vampire-like E Coli Bacteria feasts on human blood. — Medical News Today/File Deadly bacteria, such as E Coli, have been observed to “sniff out” and swim towards human blood in order to feed on it, a phenomenon that has been dubbed “bacterial vampirism” by scientists. The serum — the liquid portion of blood that provides…

Fast aging linked to early cancer onset, says study. (Representational image of a young cancer patient. — Unsplash) Cancer rates in young adults seem to be on the rise. Have you ever wondered why cancer seems to be knocking on the door of younger generations earlier than before? It turns out that fast aging might…

Elon Musk reveals cure for neck, back pain. — AFP/Unsplash/File Billionaire Elon Musk stated Tuesday that patients with significant neck or back pain might find that disc replacement surgery changes everything. “If you’re experiencing severe neck/back pain, I recommend looking into a disc replacement,” Musk shared in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter.…

Vaping causes heart failure as per a study. — Unsplash/File America was attacked by an outbreak in the summer of 2019. US health authorities claimed that 68 people died and over 2,800 people were hospitalised. The common and the most likely reason was a substance that causes lung tissue destruction, found in some vapes, which…

Brittany Mahomes has gone through many health issues. — AFP/File  Brittany Mahomes, one of the owners of the Kansas City Current, has been comparatively transparent about her life, including the health problems she and her family have experienced. In August 2023, Brittany and her husband Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs disclosed that their…

Artificial sweeteners likely to help in weight loss, claims study. — Unsplash/File When seeking a low or no-calorie sweet fix, people who are worried about their weight frequently turn to artificially sweetened items. However, is this tactic actually helpful for managing weight? According to a recent study, it might be promising. “The Sweet Project”, a…

Sleeping enough can make you look younger. — Unsplash/File Scientists claim that maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine can help you feel young, but the secret to feeling youthful may lie in getting enough sleep. According to a recent study, you can feel years younger if you get seven or nine hours of sleep…

Experts warn of hidden risks in salt-laden processed foods. (In this Sept. 28, 2016, file photo, a bag of Doritos brand snack chips is shown. — Bloomberg) Are you at a risk of heart disease or stroke death?  If so, salt substitutes may help, according to a new study. The study looked at older adults…

Women require more sleep than men, claims study. — Unsplash/File Research has indicated that females require more sleep than males because they sleep deeper and fall asleep more quickly. Women are prone to sleep disturbances due to hormonal fluctuations, lack of medical research on their anatomy, and insomnia. Women tend to have shorter sleep durations…