Health Articles 2024, November

There is no absolute system for measuring biological age. However, you can pass a series of tests at home that show how worn out our body is. The results of such a study make it possible to understand which age group the body of a particular person corresponds to

According to statistics, only one in ten of our compatriots can boast of a decent oral health. The situation with the prevalence of dental problems can be considered truly catastrophic, and it's not just a matter of poor hygiene. Sadly, many Russians are simply afraid to visit dentists' offices

Many modern citizens work in offices. Despite the fact that office work cannot be considered physically stressful, the need to maintain the same (far from always correct) body position for a long time does not have the best effect on the health of the musculoskeletal system. Most office workers sooner or later begin to complain of headache, back pain and fatigue

According to statistics, about 180 million people suffer from urolithiasis in the world. Every fifth inhabitant of the Earth is diagnosed with gallstones. However, not everyone knows that the deposition of mineral salts in the form of stones in the human body occurs not only in the organs of the excretory system and in the biliary tract. There are pathologies in which stones appear in other organs

Partial, let alone complete, hearing loss significantly reduces the quality of life. Communication difficulties lead to loneliness and isolation. A person who is hard of hearing, has difficulties with social and professional realization, often has problems in his personal life

There are types of allergies (fortunately, rare) that literally poison the existence of those who suffer from them, since it is not possible to completely eliminate contact with substances that provoke an exacerbation of the disease

The metabolism of each person proceeds in its own way. However, everyone still has a relationship between the speed of this process and getting rid of excess weight. Unfortunately, people who are inclined to try diets on themselves do not always take this fact into account and begin to eat in such a way that they artificially slow down their metabolism instead of speeding it up

Caesarean section is one of the most ancient operations. According to statistics, about 10% of newborns are born with its help. Despite the prevalence of such surgical interventions, they are still surrounded by numerous myths. Let's try to dispel the most famous of the misconceptions

We will familiarize readers with techniques that allow you to respond to an insult while maintaining self-esteem and successfully putting the abuser in his place

The name of this disease accurately reflects the cause of the problem: it lies in the pressure of the bra clasp on a certain area of the back. In this case, one of the vertebrae of the thoracic spine seems to be blocked and loses mobility, and the load on it is distributed to the adjacent vertebrae. As a result, 70-80% of women experience local pain at the point of the spine, which is pressed by the fastener of the most frequently worn bra

Fitovanny is a simple and affordable remedy that allows you not only to relieve nervous tension, but also to cure many diseases. Herbal baths are especially effective in the treatment of colds, osteochondrosis, radiculitis, skin diseases, as well as diseases of the urinary tract and blood vessels

Many Russians regularly observe food restrictions that are traditional for believers, that is, they fast. A competent approach to fasting requires, in particular, knowledge of the rules for a safe return to normal diet

Despite the fact that multiple sclerosis is not considered a rare ailment, most people have little knowledge of its features and share misconceptions about it. Let's try to dispel some of the myths that have developed around this disease

For many spouses, family planning is a major issue. In this case, the problem of choosing effective and safe contraceptives comes to the fore. Russians do not yet often resort to vasectomy surgery, which is extremely popular in the United States, as well as in some European and Asian countries. The reason is simple: most men simply do not have complete information about the specifics and consequences of this procedure

The fact that some toxins, when ingested in minimal quantities, have a therapeutic effect, has been known to mankind since ancient times. Many substances recognized as poisonous are still used for medicinal purposes, being the main active ingredients of drugs officially released by the pharmaceutical industry

The workings of the brain are extremely complex and largely unexplored. This is also confirmed by the peculiarities of thought processes, which are manifested at the time when a person is sleeping. Let's talk about some of them

One of the factors in the development of candidiasis is excessive consumption of foods high in yeast and sugar. These substances are a breeding ground for fungi, contributing to their enhanced reproduction. The exclusion of such foods from the diet is an important condition for the treatment and prevention of candidiasis

Each person perceives the world around him in his own way, which is largely due to differences in the functioning of the sense organs. One of the striking examples of this diversity is color blindness, or color blindness

Beautiful, lush hair is one of the main elements of an attractive appearance. Huge sums are spent annually on the purchase of funds that promote hair growth, but even the most expensive and popular drugs do not help everyone

Runny nose, swelling of the nose, itching, watery eyes are typical symptoms of allergic rhinitis resulting from the ingress of allergens (pollen, house dust, animal hair, etc.) on the nasal mucosa. How to get rid of unwanted companions of the disease if there are no antiallergic drugs at hand?

According to statistics, men are more likely to get sick than women, they endure most ailments more difficult and die earlier. The situation is aggravated by the fact that our fathers, husbands, brothers and sons are not always inclined to take care of their health. Therefore, every woman should know which products support men's health in order to be able to gently and unobtrusively take care of their loved ones

A beauty salon is a place that is associated exclusively with positive emotions: joy, pleasure, relaxation. However, a visit to a salon where work is carried out with the biological material of clients is not always harmless. To date, more than 100 pathogenic microorganisms are known that can be infected in a beauty salon, including those that are deadly to health

Swelling of the area under the eyes is a very common problem that gives people a lot of inconvenience

The problem of alopecia worries many men. About a third of the stronger sex have hereditary characteristics that cause an increased sensitivity of hair follicles to the level of the main male hormone - testosterone. An increase in the concentration of testosterone in the body provokes the growth of hair on the face and body and a simultaneous thinning of the hair

There is no person who, at least once in his life, would not want to change his figure for the better. Dreams are usually associated with weight loss. At the same time, we regularly consume foods that promote weight gain. Today we will talk about these enemies of the figure and how to replace them with less high-calorie foods

Running is one of the most affordable and effective ways to improve your health. Knowing about its extraordinary benefits, each of us tried to jog at least once, but only a few made these sessions regular. Despite the fact that jogging (light jogging) is seemingly simple, beginner runners often make mistakes that lead to a complete cessation of training

The presence of bad habits, diseases and stress often leads to the fact that the hair follicles lose activity and hair growth stops. As a result, the hair loses its healthy color, shine and volume. Fortunately, this process is reversible

Osteoporosis is a systemic disease, the main symptom of which is a decrease in bone density. In terms of spread, it ranks fourth among non-communicable diseases. The disease often develops in adulthood: in our country, about a third of women and a quarter of men over 50 suffer from it

All people experience dizziness from time to time. In most cases, it has purely physiological reasons. For example, dizziness may occur due to a sudden rush of adrenaline into the bloodstream (with fear, excitement, or sudden joy). For some, dizziness is associated with motion sickness in transport

Eyes and good vision help a person receive 90% of all information coming to him, they allow him to perfectly navigate in space, adequately perceive color, shape and size

It happens that a person, while brushing his teeth, notices: the foamed paste on the brush has turned pink - usually this is how bleeding from the gums is detected. What to do if gums are bleeding?

Hardening is one of the most powerful methods of strengthening the immune system and the body as a whole. The method allows you to maintain health even in the most unfavorable conditions

Now people with cirrhosis of the liver have hope for containing the disease and restoring liver function, all thanks to stem cells. This is a unique technique aimed at restoring organ tissue

The ability to carry out face correction without plastic surgery, and thanks to injections alone, opened a new era in aesthetic cosmetology

Sibutramine-containing formulations such as Goldline Plus work to speed up satiety as well as prolong it. As a result, the caloric content of food is reduced by 25%, and the amount of food consumed by 20%. The maximum effect when taking sibutramine develops after 3 months. However, doctors recommend taking Goldline Plus for six months or more

Any tea means a natural product that consists of various herbs, flowers, crushed fruits and spices. Today, special types of drink are produced with which you can reduce weight

A sedentary lifestyle causes back pain, especially in the lumbar region

The most common causes of a cough in a child are respiratory diseases, most often caused by a viral infection. In addition to coughing, they are accompanied by fever, nasal discharge, and other typical symptoms. However, when the most important symptom associated with a respiratory illness - fever is absent, and the cough continues, this leads parents to confusion and anxiety

To date, metabiotics have already firmly entered the arsenal of medical remedies for doctors around the world. They are actively used in the treatment of diseases of the digestive system, liver and biliary tract, allergic skin pathologies, etc

But recently, among medical researchers, the idea of preventing such combined pathologies with the help of fortifying bioactive agents with multiple beneficial properties has become increasingly popular. Domestic and foreign scientists consider humic acids as one of the variants of such compounds. Their significant advantage is the almost complete absence of toxicity and side effects