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Turning 40 doesn’t have to be associated with slowing down. During this time, careers are more established. Families are growing. Travel plans become reality. Passion projects finally get attention. Now is the time for your Quarentahin Goals! Many entering their 40s feel more secure in themselves, and more aware of the kind of life they still […]
Reviewed by Jomer Polanes, MD • a week ago
Two people can blow out the exact same number of birthday candles but feel worlds apart. One is booking weekend trips and filling every blank space on the calendar. The other is realizing that a late night takes two days to recover from, and routine tasks suddenly demand a bit more time. Despite being the […]
Reviewed by Jomer Polanes, MD • a week ago
Vitamin D is best known for supporting healthy bones, but that is only one part of the conversation. Vitamin D helps support several important functions throughout the body, from normal immune function to brain health. Vitamin D’s activity in many different body systems makes it a nutrient that we should be mindful of maintaining healthy […]
Reviewed by Jomer Polanes, MD • 2 weeks ago
Vitamin D is best known for supporting healthy bones, but that is only one part of the conversation. Vitamin D helps support several important functions throughout the body, from normal immune function to brain health. Vitamin D’s activity in many different body systems makes it a nutrient that we should be mindful of maintaining healthy […]
Reviewed by Jomer Polanes, MD • 4 days ago
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What is vitamin D? When people think about vitamin D, the first thing that comes to mind is sunlight. That is why some people encourage to spend some time out in the sun. However, little is known as to how this particular vitamin works well for the body. This article shares the reasons why this […]
Reviewed by Chris Icamen • 4 days ago
From cancer, heart issues, and diabetes to a multitude of issues, vitamin D or the ‘sunshine vitamin’ has been proven to be beneficial. Vitamin D is known for absorbing calcium. However, the superstar vitamin is also known to increase the production of insulin. Read on to learn more about the connection between vitamin D and […]
Reviewed by Jezreel Esguerra, MD • Feb 27, 2023
Most of us know that milk can be beneficial for growing children. And as adults, we need dairy less than kids. But what many don’t know is that milk can also prove to be beneficial for the elderly as well. The benefits of milk for a senior citizen go beyond just stronger bones to prevent […]
Reviewed by Chris Icamen • Mar 09, 2022
Growing up, we learned that drinking milk, which contains calcium, is good for bone health. But in adulthood, we often swap milk for coffee and forget about the importance of strong bones — until the doctor tells us we are at risk of osteoporosis or we experience joint aches. This is why consuming food that […]
Reviewed by January Velasco, MD • Jul 18, 2022
It is a fact that aging comes with negative health effects on the body. But knowing about the usual health problems can be very helpful for those who want to prevent or are experiencing these issues. This article will go through some of the common health issues related to aging. Incontinence and Constipation Incontinence and constipation are […]
Reviewed by Mike Kenneth Go Doratan, MD • Oct 19, 2022
A lot of people would like to believe that “age is just a number,” but is it true? Are there ways on how to slow down biological aging? The Aging Process “Aging” is a normal process associated with the changes in the dynamics of the social, emotional, psychological, and biological aspects of your life. Many good things […]
Reviewed by Mia Dacumos, MD • Sep 15, 2021
