Lack of Sleep Increases Risk of Type 2 Diabetes: Study from Uppsala University
ㅣResearch group of Uppsala University in Sweden, clinical studies on 247,000 peopleㅣEven if you maintain a healthy diet, lack of sleep increases your risk of developing diabetes.ㅣIf you lack sleep, you should control your blood sugar level through high-intensity exercise. A new study recently found that insufficient sleep increases the risk of developing type 2 […]
Recognizing the Symptoms of Hypoglycemia: Physical and Mental Signs to Watch For
Whether your blood sugar level is too high or too low is not good for your health. When blood sugar levels are too low, it is called hypoglycemia. If this condition persists for a long time, seizures, convulsions, and shock may occur. When low blood sugar occurs due to lack of glucose in the blood, […]
Understanding and Treating Facial Asymmetry: Causes, Problems, and Solutions
Most people suffer from “facial asymmetry” where the left and right sides of the face are slightly different. In most cases, there is no serious problem, but if the difference between the left and right sides is noticeably severe, causing a complex or causing physical discomfort such as snoring or temporomandibular joint disorders, correction may […]
The Benefits of Foot Baths: The Second Heart of the Body
The feet are called the second heart. This is why it is such an important part of our body. Bathing your feet in a hot spring or bathhouse is called a foot bath. Below are the benefits of foot baths and the correct way to soak your feet. The feet are called the second heartㅣSource: […]
The Impact of Sugar Intake on Diabetes and Health: Guidelines and Recommendations for Korean Adults
Korean nutrient intake standards stipulate that total sugars account for 20% of energy intake. Sugar added during cooking and food processing is treated more strictly, limited to 10% or less. If you calculate your standard daily calories as 2,000 kcal, that means you should consume less than 100 g of total sugar and less than […]
Understanding and Managing Photopsia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Some people experience flash sensations before their eyes even when they are closed or in a dark place. This symptom is “photopsia”, also called scintillation. Why does photophobia occur? If you feel like your eyes are blinking, you may have photopsia | Source: Getty Image Bank Photopsia, where vision flashes before the eyes, can lead […]
Health Benefits of Water Fasting: Study Shows Average Weight Loss of 5.7 kg in 7 Days
ㅣResearch team at Queen Mary University of London School of Precision Health Research Institute, clinical study on 12 peopleㅣWhen you fast for 7 days, you lose an average of 5.7 kg.ㅣThe health benefits of fasting start to appear from the third day Recently, a study showed that drinking only water and fasting for a week […]
Teas for Rhinitis Relief: Green Tea, Ginger Tea, and Peppermint Tea
Rhinitis is a disease that causes symptoms such as nasal congestion and sneezing due to inflammation of the nose and paranasal sinuses. Tea is great for relieving these symptoms. We present to you some teas that are good for rhinitis. Green tea is excellent for relieving rhinitisㅣSource: MidjourneyGinger teaGinger, which has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory […]
Preventing Joint Damage: Habits to Avoid for Healthy Joints
As we age, one of the parts most susceptible to aging are the joints. Once damaged joints develop arthritis, it is difficult to treat them. Therefore, it is important to prevent joint damage before it occurs. However, we have a habit of damaging our joints without realizing it. There are habits that damage joints in […]
The Ultimate Guide to Facelift and Neck Lift Surgery: What to Expect and Consider
Kim Chang-yeon, medical journalist at Hidoc |. Source: Hidoc Facial sagging caused by aging or previous procedures or surgeries is a cosmetic problem that requires attention. Once sagging occurs, it is difficult to improve naturally and worsens over time due to the effects of gravity and relentless aging. The cheeks become droopier, and along with […]