To break it down, salt contains sodium, which is the component that has an effect on our blood pressure. Sodium is a mineral that attracts and holds onto water. When there is an excess of sodium in our bloodstream, this draws more water into our blood vessels, increasing the volume of our blood.
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Pain in My Kidneys – Are they failing?
In a healthy person, body cells grow and multiply to replace old or damaged cells. When the abnormal or damaged cells continue to grow and multiply….
Women’s health at different stages of life
In a healthy person, body cells grow and multiply to replace old or damaged cells. When the abnormal or damaged cells continue to grow and multiply….
HPV Cause, Risk and Prevention – Spread Love, Not HPV
In a healthy person, body cells grow and multiply to replace old or damaged cells. When the abnormal or damaged cells continue to grow and multiply….
The relationship between diet, lifestyle and risk of Prostate Cancer
Based on the Malaysia National Cancer Registry Report 2012-2016, 1 in 94 males is at risk of developing prostate cancer
Understanding Breast Cancer: The General Eating Guidelines for Prevention
LifeCare Dietitian, Ms Au Pui Yee 5th September, 2022 Understanding Breast Cancer: The General Eating Guidelines for Prevention Risk Factors of Breast Cancers Debunking cancer food myths! Can superfoods prevent cancer, including breast cancer? Ever heard of people calling blueberries, broccoli, green tea, tomatoes, and other fruits and vegetables ‘superfoods’? This word is used to …
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Arrhythmia: Causes, Symptoms & Diagnosis | LifeCare Diagnostic
Understand arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat) with LifeCare Diagnostic. Learn about causes, common symptoms, diagnosis methods like ECG & Holter, and when to seek medical help in Malaysia.
You Feel What You Eat
Have you ever thought that the food you eat affects your mood? Studies compare “traditional” diets like the Mediterranean diet or the traditional Japanese diet to a typical “Western” diet and reveal that the risk of depression is 10% lower..
What’s On Your Plate?
With the rising prevalence of obesity in our country, it is now more important than ever to educate on portion size to prevent excessive weight gain, which leads to a higher risk of developing various non-chronic diseases (NCDs).
Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI)
A quick and non-invasive way to check for Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) and identify people who have a high risk for coronary artery disease. The test is painless and similar to having blood pressure taken in a routine medical visit.