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Fat vs. Obesity

What is the difference between being fat and obese? Is being fat healthy? Some parents are very happy to have kids who are fat. They say fat is healthy, but being overweight isn't. Why would this be the case? What adverse health effects are there…
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Does sweat expel toxins?

The internet is full of websites and people saying "sweating is a good way to expel toxins." An example is this website. What is the truth behind this claim? For the scope of this question, toxins include substances like chemicals and heavy metals.…
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Can ear wax cause nasal congestion?

I read that blocked middle ear/Eustachian tubes can cause nasal congestion as they are connected up to the back of the ear drum, yet flushing these out with salt mixed with water has no effect. So can ear wax cause restricted breathing ?
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Does the use of sunscreen inhibit Vitamin D production?

Vitamin D is produced in the skin when exposed to sunlight. Therefore, when using sunscreen on the skin, is Vitamin D production inhibited?
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can sleeping near a wifi router harm your health?

i would like to ask if is it possible to get brain tumors or any health risk if i sleep beside a "powerful" WiFi router(eg. Asus RT-AC5300)? Googled around and found that some people say it's totally fine and some are saying to not sleep beside…
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How can I manage the symptom of forgetfulness in a patient with dementia?

I am a caregiver of a dementia patient, who forgets things all the time. I would like to know how to manage this symptom of dementia so I can help the patient. What should I do about this forgetfulness? Is it advisable to use memory aids?
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Is 2nd hand smoking worse than 1st hand smoking

I have heard many things about smoking and a main issue as of one being that 2nd hand smoking is worse than 1st hand smoking itself? (I do not smoke I am just around someone who does smoke) Is this rumor true? If so why is this, and what should I do…
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How to get rid of insomnia naturally?

I know that sleep is important, and on weeks, that I consistently get enough sleep I feel my best. The problem is sometimes I wake in the middle of the night and can not go back to sleep for hours. I know that insomnia in general is a somewhat…
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Is there a direct correlation between high testosterone level and weak immune system?

I tried googling it, the only credible link I found is this: https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2013/12/in-men-high-testosterone-can-mean-weakened-immune-response-study-finds.html Can someone please tell me whether this is true. If yes, why?
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Does frequent masturbation decrease testosterone levels in men?

I'm just curious. Done no research into this. Can anyone explain if there is a correlation?
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What are the health risks associated with Monosodium Glutamate, if any?

I've heard that it can cause cancer, but are there any studies that support this claim?
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What would happen if you administered endothelin during a myocardial infarction?

I have been going through the Rhodes medical physiology and have learned about Endothelin (specifically its role in hyperplasia) and collateral vessels in slowly developed [cardiovascular disease] (CVD). This makes me wonder the following…
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Do low-nicotine low-tar cigarettes have less negative impact on health than standard ones?

They are advertised as low tar or low nicotine. The assumption is that they are therefore less bad for your health. In general: Nicotine value ranges from 0.1 to 1.1 mg. Tar value ranges from 1 to 14 mg.
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prebiotics and probiotics dosage & can I have them regularly?

I've heard some good things about prebiotics and probiotics - for example, here. I also came across this line... As with any dietary supplement, be aware that probiotic supplements are regulated as foods, not drugs - WebMD So, here's my question,…
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What user error can lead to a too-low blood pressure measurement?

I was prescribed a medication which can increase blood pressure as a side effect, so I impulsively bought a small home BP measurement unit of the foolproof kind. It is made by a known brand for home medical electronics, so I think it's of reasonable…
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