Healthy Inspirations
Myths / Facts: Drink 8 glasses of water a day
Tue, 8 Feb 2022You must have heard of drinking water as much as 8 times in a day? Does this suggestion just myth or any research that supports it?In fact, this number is not right for everyone. Many factors affect some lots of water that should be taken in a day.The liquid needs of each person vary. Adults, water requirements per day are recommended that are about eight glasses measuring 230 ml or a total of 2 liters.Drinking water is highly recommended because many benefits for health:Keep dehydr...
Read MoreMyths / Facts: Consuming eggs can cause cholesterol?
Sat, 29 Jan 2022Eggs have a lot of nutrients that are good for health. In fact, being one of the highest sources of protein from other foods. However, many people who consider the consumption of eggs can cause cholesterol, is it a fact or just myth?Apparently consuming eggs does not affect cholesterol. How come? Research proves, consuming eggs does not increase the risk of coronary heart disease. Research from the University of Connecticut found, eating 3 eggs per day became part of an effort to limit carbohydr...
Read MoreMyth/Fact: Pregnant Women Can't Consume Coffee
Tue, 11 Jan 2022Many parents say that drinking coffee while pregnant makes the baby have many birthmarks. Hence, many ancient people finally forbade pregnant women to drink coffee.In fact, the statement that drinking coffee while pregnant for babies has many birthmarks is a myth.In fact, consuming 1-2 cups of coffee while pregnant has no effect on the health and development of the baby's skin in the womb.This is supported by the statements of some researchers in the world.Quoting from What to Expect, several st...
Read MoreMyth/Fact: Worms Only Affect Children
Mon, 10 Jan 2022Myth/Fact: Deworming Only Affects Children In fact adults can also get worms. Just like children, worm infections in adults can occur without us knowing it. Symptoms also vary, from abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, to weight loss. There are several types of worms that can cause problems in adults. Examples include tapeworms, pinworms, round, flat, or hookworms.Tips to avoid worms for children: Make it a habit to always wash your hands before and after activities Teach to clean nai...
Read MoreMyth/Fact: Exercise Every Day and Must Take Longer to Get Healthier
Mon, 27 Dec 2021As quoted from the American College of Sport Medicine, a person should do at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise five days per week. This physical activity is effective for improving fitness and helping to lose weight.On the other hand, exercising for more than 90 minutes may actually damage the body and cause muscle and joint injuries. This shows that it is basically unimportant how long the duration of the exercise you do. Consistency is the main key so you can feel the benefits &...
Read MoreMyth/Fact: Only Teenage Girls Need the HPV Vaccine
Mon, 27 Dec 2021In fact, there are more than 100 different types of HPV, but only 15 of them are known to cause cancer by triggering the growth of abnormal cells in the cervix. The HPV vaccine is designed to protect against these 2 types of HPV, which cause between 70 – 80% of all cases of cervical cancer.Many women think that the vaccine is only for teenage girls, but the fact is, you can get the HPV virus at any age. By getting this vaccine, you reduce your risk of developing cervical cancer by 70-80%....
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