Insulin is a hormone that is produced by the pancreas to help regulate blood levels of glucose, amino acids, and fats after a meal. It does this by having a strong effect on three main organs: muscles, fat tissue, and the liver. Let’s take a closer look to see how this works. After eating a […]

Let’s talk about the difference between nearsightedness and farsightedness. Nearsighted also called myopia is when people can see nearby objects clearly, however objects that are far away appear blurry and not in focus. Near sighted may be caused by an eyeball that is too long or a cornea that curved steeply. As a result, as […]

Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that occurs when the body’s excessive response to an infection causes damage to its own tissues. Sepsis may progress to septic shock, a body-wide deficiency of blood supply that leads to oxygen deprivation, buildup of waste products, and eventual organ failure. Without timely treatment, mortality rates are high. With sepsis, […]

Ever felt your heart skipping a beat or going too quickly in small patches? Heart palpitation, as this phenomenon is commonly known, usually results from undue stress or strenuous activity. However, in some cases, they can also signal heart problems that you might need treatment for. Let’s take a deeper look at them and when […]

Excluding the use of special gadgets or air conditioners, what can you do when you can’t fall asleep because of excess heat? Here are three tips to help you beat the heat indoors, and try bringing your internal temperature down a few degrees. According to the American Library of Medicine, cooling your hands and feet […]

A sprained ankle is a common injury that involves damage to one or more of the ligaments that support the ankle joint. Ankle sprains are usually the result of rolling or twisting the ankle, eventually stretching the connective tissue until it tears. The most commonly injured ligament of the ankle is the Anterior TaloFibular Ligament […]

Albumin is a protein produced by the liver and is essential for maintaining various bodily functions. It is a crucial blood protein that helps maintain fluid balance in the body. It acts as a carrier for hormones, vitamins, and medications ensuring their effective transport additionally, albumin binds to bilirubin preventing jaundice. It supports immune functions […]

You’ve heard about them before, but what exactly is a hernia? Think of the body system like a car tire. The inner tube or soft tissue, is normally protected by a hard outer rubber. If there’s a weak or damaged spot, the inner tube can protrude, showing damage to the tire. This is almost identical […]

Making a baby isn’t always easy. Fortunately, scientific innovations have curated several other routes to parenthood. In vitro fertilization, or IVF, brings the miracle of conception into a laboratory. It has led to the birth of nearly 10 million babies since the first successful fertilization procedure in 1978. So how does it work? 1) Preparation: […]