Carenity

Why do we snore? And what can we do about it?

25 Nov 2024 • 3 Likes

What exactly is snoring? Snoring is a common disorder that can affect everyone: 40% of adults over the age of 50 snore in their sleep, as well as some children. It becomes more common as we age. Snor...

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Insomnia: How can you overcome it?

23 Nov 2024 • 1 Like • 1 comment

What is insomnia, and what is it caused by?Insomnia is characterized by insufficient sleep, whether in quantity or quality, despite favourable conditions for rest. It typically involves difficulty...

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Lupus

Lupus diet and meal planning: Tanya’s top tips to reduce inflammation and manage symptoms

22 Nov 2024

Proper nutrition plays an essential role in managing lupus symptoms and reducing inflammation. By making intentional, nutrient-focused dietary choices, you can ease symptoms like joint pain and...

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COPD

COPD vs. altitude: How can you stay safe up high?

21 Nov 2024 • 1 Like

How do high altitudes affect COPD patients?As you move to higher altitudes, the air pressure drops, which means that there is less oxygen available in every breath. At altitudes above 2500 meters,...

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Drugs and libido: Which treatments can affect your sexual desire?

18 Nov 2024 • 2 Likes • 1 comment

What are libido and sexual desire?Libido isn't limited to sexuality. It represents our natural drive for pleasure and can show up in areas like creativity, social interactions, and even enjoying...

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Attachment disorders: How do they affect our interpersonal relationships?

16 Nov 2024

What is an attachment disorder?An attachment disorder is a reactive condition, meaning it involves emotional and behavioural disturbances. It originates in early childhood when a child's basic needs...

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Diabetes

Diabetes and cold weather: How can you keep your blood sugar levels in check?

14 Nov 2024

How does cold weather affect blood sugar?People with diabetes often need to be extra vigilant with their management routines in winter. This is mainly due to the following factors:Cold weather...

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Depression

Depression: When should you consider therapy?

11 Nov 2024 • 2 Likes

What is depression? Depression is a mental disorder that manifests itself through a number of symptoms that have a major impact on your daily life. Several psychological, biological and...

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Neuroendocrine tumour

Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) and diet: Which foods help manage symptoms?

10 Nov 2024

As of today, no scientific evidence shows that changing one’s diet (such as a sugar-free diet, cutting out dairy, etc.) can slow down a neuroendocrine tumour (NET). Furthermore, drastic dietary...

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Procrastination: Bad habit or a secret self-care strategy?

8 Nov 2024 • 2 Likes

Why do we procrastinate?Procrastination is often seen as a simple case of “putting things off,” but the reasons behind it run much deeper. At the root of procrastination lies a complex mix of...

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Bloating: Everything there is to know!

4 Nov 2024 • 3 Likes

What is bloating? Bloating is a feeling of abdominal distension caused by an accumulation of gas or liquids in the digestive system.This phenomenon occurs when air or gas produced during digestion...

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Prostate cancer

Prostate cancer screening: When, how, and how often?

1 Nov 2024 • 6 Likes

What is prostate cancer?Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men, with nearly 55,100 new cases reported annually in the UK. Statistically, one in seven men will develop prostate cancer in...

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