Category Archives: HEALTH-STYLE

Daily Fish Oil Supplements May Increase Stroke and Heart Issues Risk, Study Finds

Daily Fish Oil Supplements May Increase Stroke and Heart Issues Risk, Study Finds

Fish oil may help with certain heart conditions, but should only be taken after discussing with a doctor, experts say. Getty Images/File

Many adults, especially those over 60, take daily fish oil supplements to maintain heart health due to their high omega-3 fatty acid content. However, a new study suggests that regular fish oil use may increase the risk of first-time stroke and atrial fibrillation in people with good cardiovascular health. Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is an […]

Nightmares and Hallucinations: Early Warnings of Autoimmune Diseases

Nightmares and Hallucinations Early Warnings of Autoimmune Diseases

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Nightmares and hallucinations, or ‘daymares’, may signal the onset of autoimmune diseases like lupus, according to an international team led by the University of Cambridge and King’s College London. The team emphasizes the need for greater acknowledgment of mental health and neurological symptoms as potential early warnings of disease worsening. They surveyed 676 lupus patients, […]

Clarifying the Impact of South Africa’s New NHI on Medical Aid Members

Clarifying the Impact of South Africa's New NHI on Medical Aid Members

Adrian Gore, CEO of Discovery, has reassured medical aid members that the recent signing of the National Health Insurance (NHI) into law will not affect their cover and benefits for a considerable time. Gore acknowledged that President Ramaphosa’s approval of the NHI Act has caused anxiety but urged members to focus on the facts. He […]

Higher Consumption of Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Increased Risk of Premature Death

Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Increased Risk of Premature Death

Consumption of ultra-processed foods leads to a slightly higher risk of death, finds a 30-year US study published in leading medical journal The BMJ. Source: Getty Images

A 30-year study conducted in the US found that consuming ultra-processed foods may lead to a slightly higher risk of premature death. The research, published in The BMJ, suggests that while not all ultra-processed food products need to be restricted, limiting certain types could benefit long-term health. Ultra-processed foods include packaged baked goods, snacks, soft […]

Indian Record Holder Urges Nigerians to Embrace Collaboration, Not Competition, Following Hilda Baci’s Cook-a-Thon Feat.

Indian Record Holder Urges Nigerians to Embrace Collaboration, Not Competition, Following Hilda Baci's Cook-a-Thon Feat

In a heartwarming show of solidarity and support, an Indian record holder is extending words of encouragement to Nigerians, emphasizing the importance of collaboration rather than competition. This message comes in the wake of Hilda Baci’s remarkable achievement in the Cook-a-Thon event, which captivated audiences worldwide. The Indian record holder’s words highlight the significance of […]