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10 foods that may impact your risk of dying from heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes – Harvard Health

‘ Could just 10 foods substantially impact your risk of dying from a cardiometabolic disease (CMD) like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, or stroke? Maybe.’ Read! https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/10-foods-that-may-impact-your-risk-of-dying-from-heart-disease-stroke-and-type-2-diabetes-2019100717965?

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Daily Health Tips: Don’t Judge The Depressed!

Originally posted on chatwithketch:
A few weeks ago, I was at the bank to pick up my debit (ATM) card. The ladies who handed it over to me told me I didn’t need to change my PIN and I could…

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#HLWDK Daily Health tips: How Much Water Is Enough?

Originally posted on chatwithketch:
Q: Good morning Dr. May you kindly illuminate on recommended quantity of fluid one is required to take each day  My concern is that after taking a glass of water, 5 mins later, I am going…

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#HLWDK Daily Health Tips: Avoiding Infection With Herpes Simplex Virus

Q: Hello Dr., please help. My boyfriend has been having blisters and I think it’s genital herpes but he does not want to talk about it. what can I do to not get infected because we don’t use protection? A: … Continue reading →

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Don’t buy into brain health supplements – Harvard Health

‘ A recent survey found that about 25% of adults over age 50 take a supplement to improve their brain health with the promise of enhanced memory and sharper attention and focus. The problem? There’s no solid proof any of … Continue reading →

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#HLWDK Daily Health Tips: Breast Milk In The Absence Of Pregnancy

Originally posted on chatwithketch:
Q: Please Doctor, l have a problem about my breast in bring milk but I am not pregnant. Please help me A: Some women who are not pregnant may have milky fluid come out of their…

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#HLWDK Daily Health Tips: Diarrhoea In Diabetics

Q: Good evening ma’am. Please my question is that my mum has been going to toilet and the poo will be coming without control, since two months ago. Is it because she’s diabetic and please is it treatable? A: Hello … Continue reading →

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#HLWDK Daily Health Tips: My 11-Month Old Baby Wants Only Breast Milk And Water!

Q: Hello Dr. Ketch, I need your help. My baby is 11 months old, He refuses to eat. I’ve been trying different foods but no luck. He only enjoys breastfeeding and tap water. I thought it might be “Teething “but … Continue reading →

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#HLWDK Daily Health Tips: Managing Sinusitis

Q: How can sinusitis be managed? A: Sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinuses (air cavities) that line the nose. When these air cavities (which are supposed to be filled by air) become filled with fluid as a result of … Continue reading →

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5 ways to outwit your appetite – Harvard Health

‘ You may have good intentions to limit your portions, but what happens when your appetite or cravings kick in?’ Read! https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/5-ways-to-outwit-your-appetite

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