WHAT HAPPENS TO THE BODY AFTER 60, and ways to slow it down.

For both men and women, aging brings real and noticeable changes - from memory and muscle loss to hormonal changes.

Regardless of it being a natural process, there’re proven ways to slow it down.

Let’s get into it 👇🏼 1. Brain and Cognitive function

As people grow older, there is:

- Mild memory decline and slower processing speed.

- Short attention span and reduced ability to multitask

- Increased risk of dementia, especially Alzheimer’s disease.

- Mood changes like depression or anxiety.

How to slow it down:
- Stay mentally active by reading and learning new skills
- Engage in regular exercises and sleep mindfully
- Engage socially
- Invest in supplements like Omega 3 fatty acids, and B vitamins.

TOOTH DECAY: Everything you need to know.

Tooth decay is one of the most common chronic conditions worldwide.

It affects people of all ages, and when left untreated, severely decreases quality of life.

How does it start?
Can it be treated?
How is it prevented? WHAT IS TOOTH DECAY?

Tooth decay is the destruction of the tooth’s hard structure (enamel and dentin) caused by acids produced by bacteria.

How does it develop?

The process involves four key factors:
- Bacteria present in your mouth
- Simple sugars
- A susceptible tooth surface
- Time.

When sugars are consumed, the bacteria metabolizes them to produce acids.

These acids reduce the pH of the mouth leading to demineralization of the enamel.

With time, and if nothing is done, the teeth starts to break down.

WHAT DOES YOUR TONGUE SAY? 👅

Did you know the appearance, texture and color of your tongue says a lot about your health?

It literally doesn’t lie!

Open thread for all you need to know. 👇🏼 The tongue is a muscular organ that helps you chew, speak and breathe.

A healthy tongue should be pink in color, moist and with a slightly rough texture because of the small bumps on it.

Any significant change in color or texture points to an underlying issue.

HOW TO LOWER HIGH CHOLESTEROL AND PROTECT YOUR HEART

Hyperlipidemia means excess cholesterol in your blood, and it silently raises your risk for stroke, heart attack, and artery disease.

But can you reduce it?

The answer is YES!

Let’s break it down 👇🏼 WHAT IS CHOLESTEROL?

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance found in every cell of the body.

Your body needs it to:
- Produce bile for digestion
- Make sex hormones and Vitamin D
- Support structure of the cell membranes

But when the levels are too high, especially low density lipoprotein, it can start clogging your arteries.

12 WARNING SIGNS OF KIDNEY FAILURE

Kidney failure happens when the kidneys can no longer filter waste products and excess fluid from the body.

12 signs to watch out for 👇🏼 Your kidneys are responsible for;
- Filtering blood: It filters about 200 liters of blood daily
- Regulating blood pressure
- Maintaining calcium balance
- Producing red blood cells
- Balancing water and electrolytes
- Activating Vitamin D

They are essential for life.

7 CHOLESTEROL MYTHS PEOPLE BELIEVE (And the real truth)

If you still think eating eggs raises your cholesterol or that only overweight people need to worry about it, you couldn’t be more wrong.

Cholesterol is one of the most misunderstood health topics.

Let’s break it down 👇🏼 What is cholesterol, really?

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance found in every cell in your body.

It is not just something that clogs your arteries, it is actually essential for:
- Making hormones like estrogen, testosterone and cortisol
- Producing Vitamin D
- Building cell membranes
- Creating bile acids that digest fat.

So, no, cholesterol is not evil. It only becomes dangerous when it goes out of balance.

ACANTHOSIS NIGRICANS: Do you struggle with dark underarms?

Acanthosis Nigricans is not just a cosmetic concern, it is a sign of something deeper going on in your body.

It is a warning to pay attention to your metabolic health.

Confused or curious?
Let’s break it down👇🏼 WHAT IS ACANTHOSIS NIGRICANS?

Acanthosis Nigricans is a skin condition characterized by dark, thickened, and velvety patches that are seen in body folds like:

- Armpits
- Neck
- Groin
- Under the breasts
- Elbows or knees

This condition is not contagious or dangerous on its own, however it points to an underlying disease condition.

NATURAL REMEDIES FOR MENSTRUAL CRAMPS (That actually work)

Dysmenorrhea is one of the most common gynecological problems in women of reproductive age.

It can be mild or intense, and significantly affect quality of life.

10 natural ways to deal with this condition 👇🏼 WHAT IS DYSMENORRHEA?

Dysmenorrhea is the medical term for painful menstrual cramps that occur before or during menstruation.

There’re 2 major types:
- Primary dysmenorrhea which is caused by natural uterine contractions as the body sheds the uterine lining.

- Secondary dysmenorrhea which is caused by an underlying health condition e.g endometriosis.

Dysmenorrhea affects women physically, mentally and emotionally, and can affect productivity and daily functioning.

All women would benefit from the below listed natural remedies.

THE FERTILE WINDOW

The fertile window is the only time in a woman’s cycle when fertilization can happen, leading to pregnancy.

Yet, many women are unaware of this or struggle to recognize the signs.

This knowledge is vital for every woman—here’s what you need to know 👇🏼 WHAT IS THE MENSTRUAL CYCLE?

The menstrual cycle is a finely tuned hormonal process that was designed to prepare a woman’s body for pregnancy.

A typical cycle lasts for 28 days, however anything between 21 and 35 days is considered normal.

The cycle is divided into 4 phases, each of them with varying hormonal changes.

VISCERAL FAT: THE MOST DANGEROUS KIND OF FAT

Visceral fat is fat that wraps around vital organs like the liver, pancreas and intestines.

It is a risk factor for so many chronic diseases, and slim people are not left out.

How is this fat accumulated?
And how do you lose it? WHAT IS VISCERAL FAT?

Visceral fat is the fat stored deep inside your stomach, surrounding vital organs like the liver, pancreas, intestines and kidneys.

Visceral fat is hidden, unlike subcutaneous fat (the fat you can feel), making it even more dangerous.

5 EARLY SIGNS OF DIABETES YOU SHOULDN’T IGNORE

Diabetes doesn’t always announce itself loudly at first.

It can quietly damage your body - affecting your heart, kidneys, eyes, nerves and immune system before you know what’s going on.

How do you spot this condition on time? Diabetes is a long term condition that happens when your body cannot properly control the level of sugar (glucose) in your blood.

Normally, your body uses a hormone called insulin to move sugar into your cells for use.

However, when this system breaks down, sugar builds up in your blood stream leading to diabetes.

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE AT 25? - Totally possible.

Hypertension used to be considered a disease of old age, but that’s no longer the case.

Today, a lot of young adults in their 20s and 30s are being diagnosed with high BP.

Why is this happening?

Let’s start from the top 👇🏼 What is High Blood Pressure?

Blood pressure is the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your arteries.

It is measured in 2 numbers:
- Systolic, which is the pressure when the heart beats.
- Diastolic, which is when the heart rests in between beats.

The normal BP ranges from 90/60 mmHg to 120/80 mmHg.

Your blood pressure is said to be elevated or high if it’s more than the traditional values.

Elevated: 120-129/<80mmHg
Stage 1 hypertension: 130-139/80-89 mmHg
Stage 2 hypertension: 140+/90+ mmHg.

5 WAYS TO REVERSE A DAMAGED LIVER

The liver goes through 4 stages of damage;
Inflammation - Fibrosis - Cirrhosis - End stage liver disease.

At each stage apart from the last, liver damaged can be reversed.

What signs show your liver is damaged?
How do you reverse it? THE LIVER 📌

The liver is largest internal organ that performs important body processes.

Without the liver, your body cannot function.

Some key functions include;
- Detoxification
- Protein synthesis
- Production of bile
- Storage of nutrients
- Regulation of metabolism.

Ovulation is a highly coveted period in a woman’s cycle.

This is because it is the peak of fertility, and women naturally feel their best!

Sadly, it lasts only 24 hours and can be missed if you’re not observant.

Here are 7 signs you’re ovulating 👇🏼 Incase you didn’t know, ovulation is the period where an egg is released from the ovary awaiting fertilization from the sperm.

If the egg is fertilized, it travels down to the uterus and implants there.

If it doesn’t get fertilized, it sheds together with the endometrial lining as menstrual blood.

Understanding GOUT - The “Disease of Kings”

Gout was once known as the “disease of kings” due to its link with rich foods and alcohol.

But today, it affects people of all backgrounds.

If you’ve ever had sudden, burning joint pain - especially in your big toe - this thread is for you. WHAT IS GOUT?

Gout is a painful form of arthritis that happens due to an excessive build up of uric acid in the blood.

Uric acid is a waste product produced by the body when it breaks down purines in food.

Usually, it is excreted through urine, however sometimes the body produces too much or the kidneys cannot keep up, leading to excess amounts.

10 POWERFUL BRAIN BOOSTING FOODS

Your brain is your body’s command center, driving every thought, memory and action.

To keep it firing on all cylinders, you need the right fuel.

Here are 10 scientifically backed foods that enhance cognitive function 👇🏼 1. Fatty fish e.g Salmon, Mackerel and Sardines

- Why?
They’re rich in Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA), which are essential for building brain and nerve cells.

- What are the benefits?
They support learning, memory consolidation and slows age related mental decline.

Low levels of Omega 3s are linked to depression.

DO ULCERS HEAL?

Stomach ulcers will always be a topic of speculation because they’re so common, and many patients have accepted living with them forever.

But the real question is: Why do ulcers persist?
And what are the natural ways to heal them?

Everything you need to know. WHAT IS AN ULCER?

An ulcer is an open sore that develops when the protective lining of the stomach, small intestine or esophagus is eroded by stomach acid.

Ulcers are very common, however they can be serious and cause complications if left untreated.

5 NATURAL CURES FOR ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION

Erectile dysfunction remains one of the most common sexual health issues men face.

It is not just about aging; erectile dysfunction is often tied to poor blood flow, stress and underlying health issues.

How do you take back control? 👇🏼 Achieving a normal erection is a complex process.

It involves;
- Psychological impulses from the brain
- Adequate levels of testosterone
- A functioning nervous system
- Healthy vascular tissue in the penis.

Erectile dysfunction is common as men age, however old age is not ..

ANDROGENIC ALOPECIA: CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS

For men especially, baldness can be linked to loss of confidence, self consciousness and social withdrawal.

However, it important to know this condition affects millions of men.., and women.

Is there a solution?
Let’s talk about it👇🏼 Androgenic Alopecia is the most common cause of hair loss in both men and women.

It is called “male pattern” or “female pattern” baldness, because of how it progresses.

In men, it starts with a receding hairline, then thins at the crown, eventually leading to bald spots.

For women, it starts at the center part, and spreads outwards (Baldness is rarely total).

The process of androgenic alopecia is gradual, and you may not notice it. However, not to worry. Solutions exist.

ESSENTIAL VITAMINS YOU NEED

To function optimally, you need 5 essential vitamins.

Open thread for details 👇🏼 1. Vitamin A (Retinol, Beta-carotene)

Functions include:

- It supports vision, especially in low light
- It strengthens the immune system
- It promotes healthy skin and cell growth

Sources include:

- Animal sources: Liver, egg yolk, butter, cheese, cod liver oil
- Plant sources: Carrots, sweet potatoes, spinach, pumpkin and mangoes.

PARACETAMOL OVERDOSE

Paracetamol is one of the most abused medications people take

This can be dangerous as it is also a common cause of acute liver failure.

What is the therapeutic and toxic dose?
What measures should be taken to avoid an overdose?

Everything you should know Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) is one of the most widely used over-the-counter pain and fever reducers.

When taken at recommended doses, it is generally safe, however, an overdose can cause severe liver damage which is fatal in extreme cases.

How does an overdose happen?