We are constantly swallowing air when we eat or drink something. This causes the stomach to get distended or expands it. The release of the swallowed air up the esophagus and out the mouth causes burping. Apart from that, we also burp as an aid to relieve the stomach after food intake. This is because…
Read MoreBlemishes, Mood Swings and Bloating? Yes, it’s a fact that the cocktail of pregnancy hormones churning in your body are all responsible! There are 10 main hormones that cause the changes that take place in your body. They are FSH, LH, hCG, Estrogen, Progesterone, Relaxin, Placenta Growth Factor, HPL, Oxytocin, and Prolactin. FSH or Follicle…
Read MoreA traffic accident, whether it be big or small can be a traumatic experience. People who have a traffic accident are often sympathized with for a while and then asked to deal with it or get over it. Some do, but for many, it is always a tender subject. Common symptoms of PTSD are:- Shock…
Read MoreGiving birth to a new life can be overwhelming – you’re new to this role and are only getting to know motherhood, while still recovering from the wounds of delivery. The first week can be confusing if you have never breastfed before. Read our advice to get off to the best breastfeeding start: When does…
Read MoreIf cancer is detected in the early stages, survival chances are high. Especially so with breast cancer! Breast self-exam or checking your breasts regularly can be an important way to detect breast cancer early, and increase the chances of it being treated successfully. Stages of breast cancer Stage 0 – Ducal carcinoma – Beginning cancer cells-…
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