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 […]
The Impact of Westernized Eating Habits on Colonic Diverticulosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Westernized eating habits that favor foods rich in fat such as meat and butter are the main cause of the increased risk of developing obesity and various digestive diseases. One of the diseases that can appear during this period is “colonic diverticulosis”, in which small pockets form on the outside of the large intestine. What […]
High Sodium Intake Among Patients with Heart Disease: A Concerning Trend
ㅣA research team from Athens Regional Hospital in Piedmont, USA, analyzed the NHANES dataㅣPatients with heart disease consume more than double the recommended daily intake of sodiumㅣOnly 1 in 10 patients with heart disease follow sodium intake guidelines One study found that 89% of heart disease patients exceed the recommended daily sodium intake. The results […]
