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The human body never ceases to amaze us with its functioning. It is in fact able to send signals to alert us of a condition or problem through the various organs and areas that compose it. Furthermore, did you know that our ears can tell us a lot about our health?

Yes—your ears can sometimes provide useful clues about your health, but claims that the ears can reliably diagnose diseases are often exaggerated. For example, hearing loss can be associated with aging, prolonged loud-noise exposure, certain medications, ear infections, or other medical conditions. Ringing in the ears (tinnitus) can have many causes, including hearing damage and …

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10 Early Signs of Dementia You Should NEVER Ignore!

10 Early Signs of Dementia You Shouldn’t Ignore Dementia is not a normal part of aging. Occasional forgetfulness can be normal, but persistent changes that interfere with everyday activities deserve medical attention. National Institute on Aging+1 Memory loss that affects daily life — repeatedly forgetting recently learned information, conversations, appointments, or important events. Repeating questions …

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The plant that cures everything Liver, eyesight, kidneys, intestines, heart, bones.

There is no plant proven to “cure everything”—including the liver, kidneys, heart, bones, intestines, and eyesight. Claims like this are usually misleading and can be dangerous if they encourage someone to replace effective medical treatment. Some plants and herbs do have evidence for specific uses. For example, psyllium can help with constipation and can modestly …

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A cardiologist reveals the number one exercise to prevent a heart attack

Is There a “Number One” Exercise to Prevent a Heart Attack? There isn’t a single exercise that cardiologists consider a guaranteed number-one heart-attack prevention exercise. The strongest general recommendation is regular aerobic activity, and brisk walking is one of the simplest ways to achieve it. The American Heart Association recommends that adults aim for at …

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7 medications that cause severe dementia and profound brain damage

The claim that seven medications “cause severe dementia and profound brain damage” is too strong. Some medications can cause confusion, delirium, memory problems, or increased cognitive risk, particularly in older adults, but that is not the same as proving that they cause permanent dementia or “brain damage.” The American Geriatrics Society specifically identifies several medication …

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NEVER Use Magnesium If You Are Taking Any of the Following Medications

Magnesium Supplements: Medicines That Can Interact With Them The headline “Never use magnesium if you’re taking these medicines” is too absolute. Magnesium supplements can interact with several medications, but the issue is often timing or dose adjustment, rather than an absolute prohibition. Important examples include: Certain antibiotics — Magnesium can bind to antibiotics such as …