Have you ever come across someone who cannot control his laughter in situations where there’s nothing even remotely funny? Or cries incongruently? This condition is called the Pseudobulbar Affect or PBA. Such behavior doesn’t only confuse onlookers but also the person who experiences it. An individual with PBA is likely to feel embarrassed about it. …

According to 2015’s National Survey on Drug Use and Health, about 86.4% people above the legal age drink alcohol. It can be said that alcohol is a pretty controversial topic. Some opine that in moderate amounts, it is not too harmful. Other studies say that there’s simply no amount of alcohol that is not damaging …

Apples are packed with several nutrients. They contain copper, manganese, potassium, and a bunch of vitamins. They also contain fiber and polyphenols. Owing to their rich nutritional profile, these fruits can benefit your health in a number of ways. They can assist with weight loss, better your cardiovascular health, and boost mental health. This gift …

The third-leading cause of death in the US, having a stroke is a devastating experience. Above 795,000 people have a stroke in the United States each year. Often, a major stroke leaves people paralyzed. In fact, stroke is the leading cause of disability. However, you shouldn’t lose all hope if a loved one is left …

It is not just being overweight or obese that puts you at a higher risk for heart-related ailments. In fact, you are at risk of obesity-related health concerns if you pack a load of pounds just around your middle. A new study says that having excess abdominal fat puts you at the risk for cancer …

A research that the journal PLOS Medicine published on Tuesday says that air pollution killed 30,000 people in one year. This study clearly concluded that air standards need to be raised. Stricter measures need to be taken for protecting human health from air pollution. Lead author of the study, Majid Ezzati said, “I think the …

Most people do not pay attention to how healthy their meals are. And even fewer pay any heed to what they do after eating. Your lifestyle needs to be healthy too, not just your meals. Certain habits after eating can mess up with your digestion and cause an upset stomach. Therefore, along with eating healthy, …

For decades now, systolic blood pressure has been considered more important than diastolic blood pressure. This has led several to underestimate the value of the lower blood pressure digits. Some even argue that you can ignore diastolic numbers. Systolic pressure is the upper number that tells how hard the heart is pumping blood into the …

40 million people experience an anxiety disorder in the United States alone. Those of them who have crippling social anxiety disorder are also likely to have phone anxiety. Such an anxiety refers to the insistent nervousness and fear that takes over when one has to make or receive phone calls. Most think that they are …