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Dr. Vasantha is a dentist-turned-medical writer passionate about raising awareness on health topics. She specializes in creating plagiarism-free, SEO-friendly content for blogs and websites. With six years of experience in website content writing, she stays updated on the latest breakthroughs in view more..
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Can Gum Disease Harm Your Brain Health?
Older adults with periodontal disease show larger volumes of white matter damage on MRI, hinting at an oral-brain health link.
Ultra-Processed Foods May Slow Mobility in Older Adult
Older adults who eat more ultra-processed foods may experience slower walking speed and weaker grip strength, even without developing frailty.
A Strong Grip Could Reveal Your Hidden Obesity Risk
A new UK Biobank study shows that handgrip strength may reveal early obesity risk, offering a simple test for future metabolic health.
When Bones Weaken Before Birth: Osteomalacia and Pregnancy Risks
Osteomalacia from vitamin D deficiency can weaken bones and muscles in pregnant women, increasing the risk of assisted or complicated deliveries.
Dry Fruits for Diabetics: Choose Smart, Not Just Sweet
People with diabetes may need to avoid certain dried fruits (like dates, figs, dried mango) because their concentrated sugars can lead to blood-glucose spikes.