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Cardiovascular System

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  In all multicellular organisms, living cells require nourishment, oxygen, and other important chemicals. Furthermore, waste or dangerous chemicals must be eliminated on a constant basis to ensure that tissues work properly. It is consequently necessary to have efficient pathways for transporting these chemicals to and from the cells. The cardiovascular system transports gasses, nutrition, hormones, and cellular waste throughout the body. It comprises mostly of three interconnected components: blood, the heart, and blood vessels. Blood Blood is a connective tissue made up of blood plasma and other components. Blood is somewhat alkaline, with pH ranging from 7.3 to 7.4. It makes up 20-30% of extracellular fluid, accounting for 8% of total body mass. Blood serves the following vital functions: Transportation of gases like oxygen and carbon oxide, nutrients, hormones, heat and wastes. Regulation of pH, body temperature, and water content of cells Protection ag...

Stress Management by changing our mindset

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  Stress is an energy that we may use to create, alter, and progress. Stress, in its beneficial form, acts as a stimulant for development and resilience. It's known as Hormesis. Cells and organisms respond adaptively to moderate stress. On the other hand, chronic stress is the fundamental cause of many diseases, with inflammation accounting for 99% of all diseases and being influenced by hormone imbalance. Chronic stress can appear in a variety of ways, including the loss of a loved one, chronic disease, feelings of guilt, heartache, trauma, mental abuse, and many more. Managing chronic stress is critical since it can harm both physical and mental health. Prolonged stress can cause a wide range of health problems, including high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, and depression. It can impair the immune system, making people more prone to sickness. Chronic stress can have an impact on sleep patterns, emotions, and general quality of life. So, we should learn to man...

Liver - Lifestyle changes to prevent liver damage

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  Our liver is a multitasking marvel that manages detoxification, metabolism, and immunological support. It weighs approximately 1.4 kg and makes up roughly 2% of an adult's body weight. This essential organ of our body is also known as the Detoxification Center and the Metabolic Powerhouse. Functions of Liver Detoxification Boosts fat metabolism Produces protein Regulates iron Synthesis and secretion of Bile Immune system support Risk factors of Liver damage Hepatitis A, b and C Excess body fat, Obesity Diabetes Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Side effects certain medications Overdoing Supplements Sedentary Lifestyle Deficiencies of Nutrition Dehydration High corn fructose syrup Packaged and processed foods Smoking Negative emotions like stress, anger, and irritation High Cholesterol and triglyceride levels Alcohol, especially binge drinking Non-Alcoholic fatty Liver Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) occurs when excess fat builds up in the liver. It's a common co...