HEALTH BEHAVIORS

Feb 23 2025HEALTH

Chronic Pain and the Comfort Food Connection

People with chronic pain often turn to food for relief. This isn't just about hunger; it's about finding comfort. A recent study dug into why this happens. Researchers wanted to know what role comfort eating plays in the lives of people dealing with constant pain. First, let's talk about the basics. Chronic pain is a daily struggle for many. It's not just a ...

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Feb 05 2025HEALTH

Bad Attitudes Towards Obesity and Muscle Dysmorphia

When people are cruel to others based on their weight, it's a big problem. This prejudice can lead to people hating their own bodies. This self-hatred can lead to harmful behaviors. These behaviors are meant to change how they look. Weight discrimination is a serious issue that affects many people. It can cause people to develop eating disorders. But what about muscl...

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Jan 12 2025HEALTH

What Helps and Hinders Diabetes Management?

Imagine you're living with type 2 diabetes. Some days, you might find it easy to stick to your healthy habits, like eating right and exercising. Other days, it feels like there's a whole bunch of roadblocks in your way. A research study wanted to figure out what makes it easier or harder for people with type 2 diabetes to take care of their health. This could help in...

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Jan 10 2025HEALTH

The Link Between Supplements and COVID-19 Symptoms

A recent study looked into whether taking dietary supplements had any effect on COVID-19 symptoms. Researchers from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences surveyed over 27, 000 adults who were tested for COVID-19. They found that people who had symptoms were more likely to take supplements, especially those who were white and non-Hispanic. Interestingly, eve...

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Jan 04 2025HEALTH

Beliefs and Behaviors: How Religion Impacts Health Choices in the USA

Have you ever thought about how your beliefs might influence your health decisions? A study in the USA looked into this topic, focusing on how people's religious attitudes, specifically their belief in God's control over their health, can affect their actions. Researchers collected data from a large group of people across the country, asking about their health habits...

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Dec 02 2024HEALTH

Healthy Habits in Midlife: Animated Videos for Women

Have you ever wondered how to stay healthy as you get older? It's a big deal, especially for women in midlife. This is the time when we start thinking about how our health choices today can affect our future. Unfortunately, not everyone has easy access to the information they need to make good decisions. Some women, especially those from different cultural background...

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Nov 25 2024HEALTH

Who's at Risk? : Exploring PCOS Factors in Saudi Arabia

Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, is a common health issue for women who can have babies. But who's more likely to get it in Saudi Arabia? That's what scientists wanted to find out. They looked at things like where people live, how much money they have, if they can go to a doctor easily, how they take care of their health, and how healthy they are overall. By diggi...

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Nov 25 2024HEALTH

Why Workers in the Petrochemical Industry Face Muscle Troubles: A Study

Imagine a worker at a petrochemical plant who's been having back pain for weeks. Musculoskeletal disorders, or MSDs, are quite common, especially in jobs that require physical labor. In the petrochemical industry, these disorders are a significant cause of absenteeism and have a substantial economic impact. The interesting part? Healthy behaviors can both cause and p...

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Nov 08 2024HEALTH

How Internet Use Shapes Health Habits in China's Older Adults

Ever wondered how friends influence our health choices? In China, a recent survey found that peers have a big impact on the habits of middle-aged and older adults. But here's where it gets interesting - the internet plays a unique role in all this. It acts like a moderator, tweaking how peer pressure affects what people do for their health. For instance, if an older ...

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