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Skin Pigmentation (Hyperpigmentation): Overview, Causes, and Complementary Home Remedies
Hyperpigmentation is a common dermatological condition that causes patches or spots of your skin to become darker than the surrounding areas. This darkening happens due to an excessive production of melanin, the natural pigment responsible for giving our skin, hair, and eyes their color [1]. Melanin is produced by specialized skin cells called melanocytes. When…
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8 Key Natural Remedies for Lower Back Pain (Home Treatment Guide)
Lower back pain, whether sudden or chronic, affects millions worldwide. While severe cases require medical attention, many common backaches can be managed at home with simple, doctor-recommended strategies [4]. In this guide, you’ll discover 8 key natural remedies to ease lower back pain, enhance mobility, and support long-term spine health. Common Causes of Lower Back…
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Kettlebell Exercises: Benefits and Effective Workouts
The kettlebell is a cast-iron weight with “horns” that form a handle. The handle is used for most exercises, but the horns can be useful for different holds, such as during kettlebell squats. Kettlebells have a unique design with an offset centre of mass, unlike barbells and dumbbells, which distribute their weight evenly. Their weight…
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Keto Diet: Overview, Benefits and Side Effects
The ketogenic diet (keto) is an eating pattern that drastically reduces carbohydrate intake and replaces it with a high amount of fat, along with moderate protein [1]. This metabolic shift forces the body to use fat, rather than glucose (sugar) from carbohydrates, as its primary fuel source. This process, known as ketosis, may offer potential…
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Sleep Paralysis: Causes, Symptoms, and Management
Sleep paralysis is a condition where a person is briefly unable to move or speak while falling asleep or waking up. Though it is not dangerous, it can feel frightening. This article explains its causes, common symptoms, and evidence-based ways to reduce the chances of experiencing it. It occurs due to a temporary failure of…
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Are Walnuts Good for Diabetes? Benefits, Dosage & How to Eat Them
Wondering if walnuts are good for managing diabetes? Research shows that walnuts can support blood sugar control, improve cholesterol levels, and reduce the risk of heart complications in people with type 2 diabetes [1]. Rich in healthy fats, fibre, and plant-based protein, walnuts are a powerful addition to a diabetes-friendly diet. In this blog, we…
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Early morning yoga benefits
Looking to establish a mindful and energising start to your day? Why not try some early morning yoga poses before you start your day? Early morning yoga offers several benefits, including improved flexibility, increased strength, stress and anxiety relief, and support for holistic well-being. Even a short practice can set a positive tone for the…
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Hand Pain: Reasons and its Natural Home Remedies
Hand pain is a surprisingly common ailment, affecting a significant portion of the population. For instance, chronic hand eczema (a skin condition causing pain and itching) affects approximately one in ten adults worldwide [1]. Hand pain often disrupts daily activities like typing, cooking, and even gripping objects. It might start as a slight stiffness or…
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Common Causes of Skin Allergy and Effective Home Remedies
It often starts with a little itch, maybe a patch of redness, a few bumps, or a tingling sensation that doesn’t seem to fade. You try to ignore it, but it spreads. What you’re likely experiencing is something many people deal with at some point: a skin allergy or dermatitis. Skin allergies, such as allergic…
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Tapioca: Nutrition, Uses, and Health Benefits
Tapioca is neither a vegetable nor a fruit. It’s a starchy material which is extracted from the roots of the cassava plant. Tapioca belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family and is scientifically known as Manihot esculenta. It is primarily composed of carbohydrates but contains very little protein, fibre, or other nutrients. Tapioca’s main value is its…
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