Welltica - Et bedre liv, god sundhed og helse.
News:
Diseases
Outbreak is now the worst in US history – over 18,000 infected
A summer of contaminated iceberg lettuce drove US cyclospora cases to an all-time high.
Nutrition
It has 3-4 times more fiber than a plum, but most people eat too little of it
Americans eat far less fiber than health authorities recommend, and one produce-aisle regular sits mostly untouched.
Body
Healthy body fat percentage by age and sex: what your number actually means
BMI can miss what body fat gives away in one number.
Mental Well-being
When your birth plan is ignored, your risk of PTSD after delivery may rise sharply
A new Spanish study links disregarded birth plans to sharply higher postpartum PTSD risk.
Diseases
Ozempic may cut your asthma attack risk by nearly 40%
New research links semaglutide, the drug in Ozempic and Wegovy, to sharply fewer asthma attacks.
Body
The World’s Deadliest Diseases – the Top 10 Killers
The ten leading causes of death were responsible for 39 million lives lost in 2021 according to WHO – over half of the global total.Many of these are...
Most read
Mind
How to encourage your child to read more
Reading can give children a chance to relax and escape into another world.At the same time, books...
Diseases
These teenagers most likely to develop an eating disorder
A large review of 51 studies found the opposite of what most clinicians expect.
Diseases
Secondhand smoke killed 1.66 million people last year: Here’s what it does to the heart
A new study estimates that 2.7 billion people breathed someone else's smoke in 2023.
Vitamins and Supplements
Do fish oil supplements actually work? Here’s what the evidence says
People who eat oily fish twice a week live longer. The capsules do not clearly follow.
Diseases
23 dead as West Nile spreads through 40 US states: the 7 symptoms to watch for
The CDC has logged 407 human cases and 23 deaths so far this season. Here is who is most at risk and when to seek care.
Dietary Habits
How drinking beet juice regularly may affect your blood pressure
Beet juice has been linked to several interesting effects...
Body
Exercise
Mind
News
Women who stay fit in midlife may cut their dementia risk by nearly 90%
Long-term Swedish research followed 191 women for 44 years and found a striking gap.
Your metabolism may not be why you gain weight after 40 – here is the real reason
A landmark study finds daily calorie burn stays remarkably stable for four full decades of adult life.
How eating more fruit every day may protect your lungs from air pollution
A UK Biobank analysis of about 200,000 adults links fruit intake to slower lung decline from PM2.5.
New treatment could make minerals in whole grains easier to absorb
A new Swedish method aims to make it easier for the body to absorb nutrients from whole grains.
Latest Articles
No gym required: Nine cardio exercises you can do at home
You do not need machines or weights to raise your heart rate.Using your own body weight, you can strengthen both cardiovascular fitness and...
Depression may be an early sign of Parkinson’s and dementia
New research suggests a possible link between depression and serious brain disorders.
Surgeon: Your toilet routine may disrupt the body’s bacterial balance
A completely ordinary bathroom habit may cause problems, according to a U.S. medical specialist.
New Research Reveals: These Foods Boost Liver Health
A new study shows that certain foods and beverages rich in flavonoids can reduce the risk of fatty liver and improve liver health. Here...
How Many Squats Should A Male Do Based On Age And Fitness Level?
Squats are a fundamental exercise for building strength, mobility, and overall fitness. However, the number of squats one can perform varies widely by age...
10 Warning Signs of Dementia
Dementia is not actually a disease. It is a collective term for changes in the brain that cause a loss of function, disrupting daily...
How Long Should You Be Able to Hold a Plank? Find the Answer Based on Your Age
The plank is an incredible exercise that strengthens your core, including your abs, obliques, and lower back. But how long should you actually be...
How Many Steps a Day Are Enough? Find the Answer Based on Your Age
Many believe the golden rule for a healthy life is 10,000 steps a day, but this target doesn’t necessarily suit everyone. Here’s how many...
8 Reasons Why Chia Seeds Might Do More Harm Than Good
Chia seeds have become a staple in kitchens worldwide, and for good reason.These tiny seeds are packed with nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, fibre,...