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Smoking: Effects, Risks, Quitting

Reverse the harmful effects of smoking and enjoy a new life from the first hours. Smoking. Photo by NazihPharmacy On this page :  How does smoking harm your lungs?  Can smoking cause high cholesterol?   Smoking and cardiovascular disease Second-hand smoke and risks to children How does smoking cause diabetes?  Does smoking raise blood pressure?  Can smoking cause digestive disorders?  Does smoking affect early menopause?  Does smoking affect fitness?   What are the risks of vaping?   Medications can help quit smoking?   What are the benefits of quitting smoking? Summary Even if you have been smoking for many years, you can reverse the harmful effects of smoking and enjoy health benefits from the first hours you stop smoking and the benefits increase in the years that follow.  Smoking of all kinds, vaping and cigarettes, poses health risks to your lungs and heart and increases bad blood cholesterol.  Smoking releases thousands of chemicals into your body due to nicotine and tar.  The re
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Potassium: benefits, daily intake and sources

Potassium is an essential mineral in the body and is found in the foods you eat.   Designed by NazihPharmacy On this page:   What is potassium? Why do we need potassium? Recommended Daily Intake What are the sources of potassium? Potassium deficiency Hyperkalemia Supplements Treating unbalanced potassium levels Drug interactions Summary Changes in potassium in the body may not be a concern if you do not have certain risk factors, and they may occur without symptoms, because healthy kidneys are often sufficient to regulate potassium in the body and excrete excess in urine.  In this article we explain potassium, the benefits of potassium, and the deficiency or excess of potassium in the blood. What is potassium?  Potassium is the third most abundant mineral in the body.  Potassium helps the body regulate fluids, send nerve signals, and regulate muscle contractions. About 98% of the potassium in your body is found in your cells(1) . Of this, 80% is found in muscle cells, while the other 2

What is menopause? Symptoms and causes

  Menopause is a natural condition for women that may cause hormonal changes and other factors that can lead to hot flashes, mood changes, and other symptoms .  Designed by NazihPharmacy On this page: What is menopause? Symptoms Causes Treatment Lifestyle tips Diagnosed     Complications FAQ   Summary Around the time of menopause, many females experience physical symptoms such as:  Hot flashes Night sweats Vaginal dryness Decreased sex drive   Menopause can also lead to anxiety, mood changes, and decreased sex drive.   Menopause usually begins between the ages(1) of 40 and 58, and for some it may occur earlier due to a medical condition or treatment.   These symptoms may begin before the end of the menstrual cycle, and can last for several years.  The impact on a person's quality of life can range from mild to severe.  As each person will experience menopause differently.   A healthy diet and regular exercise can help a person feel better and boost their overall health in the long