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Of Germs and Gloom: How a Common Nose Bacterium Might Be Influencing Your Mood
We’ve long known that depression is a complex condition, rooted in imbalances in brain chemistry. But what if some of the clues to understanding it aren’t just in our brains, but right under our noses—literally? New research is peering into the nasal microbiome, and the findings are surprising. While the…
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My Kidney Stone Nightmare: How I Survived 2 Painful Attacks & Passed Stones Naturally
My Experience with Two Episodes of Kidney Stones: A Painful Journey I’ve suffered from kidney stones twice, both times as sudden, acute attacks. Let me share what I went through. The first time was in 2019. I was living with my cousin in a rented apartment when, around 3 AM,…
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Underweight & Diabetic: How I Gained 8kg While Lowering My Blood Sugar
Patient’s Story: I Was Diagnosed with Diabetes at 36—Weighing Less Than 50 kg at 1.75m When I was diagnosed with diabetes at thirty-six, I stood 1.75 meters tall but weighed less than 50 kilograms. I may have looked “slender,” but in reality, I felt extremely weak. Climbing two flights of…
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Water Fast to Sepsis: The Shocking Dangers of Extreme Weight Loss & How to Stay Safe
Humanity’s obsession with weight loss often gives rise to astonishing, yet dangerous, “wisdom.” One woman took this obsession to the extreme through a 28-day “human experiment.” Her sole sustenance consisted of 2,000 milliliters of water daily, supplemented by a mysterious “energy pill.” Seven days, ten pounds—such numbers are hailed as…
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Wisdom Tooth Extraction Aftercare: 9 Tips to Prevent Dry Socket & Ensure Healing
After wisdom tooth extraction，remember these 9 post-operative care tips “Wisdom tooth extraction feels easy at first, but the pain afterward is unbearable!” This is a common complaint among those who have just undergone wisdom tooth extraction surgery. Many people assume that everything is over once the surgery is over, but…
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Effective Strategies to Combat Obesity and Embrace a Healthier Lifestyle
Understanding the Rise of Obesity in Our Modern Lives As living standards improve, many people are increasingly struggling with obesity, which brings considerable distress. Let’s discuss some thoughts and suggestions regarding obesity. Why Has Obesity Increased with Higher Living Standards? To understand why obesity is more prevalent today despite higher…
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Exploring the Collaborative Landscape of Psychology and Neuroscience
The Intersection of Psychology and Neuroscience: Challenges and Future Directions The convergence of psychology and neuroscience has emerged as a significant trend in recent years, aiming to uncover the neural mechanisms underlying psychological processes and enhancing the precision treatment of mental disorders through interdisciplinary approaches. This trend is driven by…
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Exploring the Vagus Nerve and Its Impact on Somatic Symptoms
Understanding the Vagus Nerve and Somatic Symptoms If you are troubled by symptoms such as insomnia, fatigue, numbness, back pain, brain fog, gastrointestinal pain, reduced olfaction, swallowing difficulties, emotional numbness, or physiological hoarseness, it is essential to understand the vagus nerve. The connection between the body and mind is inseparable,…
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Understanding Kidney Health: Signs, Risks, and Care Strategies
The Resilience of the Kidneys: Understanding Function and Care The kidneys are incredibly resilient organs; even if their functionality declines by over 50%, the body may still not exhibit obvious symptoms. This characteristic often leads to undetected kidney diseases among patients. Recognizing the Signs of Kidney Issues Various subtle symptoms…
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Seasonal Asthma Prevention: 7 Scientifically Proven Strategies to Reduce Attacks
Asthma is a disease characterized by chronic airway inflammation. Clinical manifestations include recurrent episodes of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and cough. In atypical cases, cough or chest tightness may be the primary clinical manifestation. Asthma often occurs or worsens at night or in the early morning, and is…