Hello, friends! Have you ever heard that guava juice can be a miracle cure for dengue fever? They say drinking guava juice can quickly raise platelet counts. But is this fact or just a myth? Let's dive deeper! Drinking Guava Juice When You Have Dengue Fever Getting dengue fever is no fun at all. Instead of enjoying the new year, you might end up in the hospital. When friends or family visit, they often bring guava juice. It's believed that this juice can help raise platelet counts and spee...

A fever is a symptom indicating the presence of an illness in the body. When the temperature rises, it could mean the body is fighting an infection, leading to a fever, or showing signs of inflammation causing the fever. In Indonesia, it is common for people to advise against bathing when experiencing a fever, believing it might worsen the condition. But is this advice true? According to the book "Buku Ajar Ilmu Kesehatan: Memahami Gejala, Tanda, dan Mitos" (2019) by Dr. dr. Umar Zein, DTM&H....

Have you ever heard the saying "An apple a day keeps the doctor away"? This popular phrase has gained global recognition, but is it true that eating an apple daily can actually prevent doctor visits? Let's delve deeper into this! Origin of the Phrase This expression originated in Wales, Europe, in 1866. Initially, it went, "Eat an apple on going to bed, and you'll keep the doctor from earning his bread," meaning that eating an apple before sleep would keep the doctor unpaid. From this, we...

It's no secret that chewing gum is considered one of the easiest ways to reduce stress. But is it truly effective? Let's delve into the details!  Origin of the Claim The claim that chewing gum can alleviate anxiety and stress didn't just appear out of thin air. Based on research presented at the 10th International Congress of Behavioral Medicine in 2008, there is some evidence supporting this theory.  What Are the Benefits? 1.    Reducing Anxiety: Studies have shown that chewing g...

Hello, Moms! Who here has been bombarded with various advice from family, neighbors, or friends after giving birth? One of the suggestions we often hear is using a belly binder (kendit) after childbirth. This time, we will thoroughly explore whether this advice is a myth or a fact. Let's find out! What is a Belly Binder (Kendit)? A belly binder, often called a stagen, is a long piece of cloth wrapped around a mother's abdomen after giving birth. It is said that a belly binder can help shri...

Coffee, a drink deeply embedded in Indonesian culture, is often associated with various health benefits, including claims that it can neutralize the negative effects of smoking. But how true is this claim? The Antioxidants in Coffee Coffee contains antioxidants, such as chlorogenic acid, which have the potential to combat free radicals in the body. Free radicals are unstable molecules that can cause cell damage and contribute to various diseases, including heart disease and cancer. The roa...