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EXPLAINED: Sodium - The Real Truth

Scientists warn this common food habit could be ageing your heart & brain faster. Here's who is most likely to do it

Salt consumption study: New research suggests that older men are more likely than women to add extra salt to their food. The study found that men living alone were particularly likely to have this habit, while those following diets to manage high blood pressure were less likely to reach for…

The Economic Times

Heat waves demand more than just water for proper hydration; electrolytes intake necessary: Experts

Health experts warn that during heat waves, water alone is not enough for hydration. Excessive sweating depletes essential electrolytes like sodium and potassium. This loss can lead to dizziness, fatigue, and muscle cramps. For vulnerable individuals, dehydration poses serious risks. Rehydration solutions, lemon water with salt, and coconut water are…

The Economic Times

Explosive Leak Claims Chinese Firms Helped Keep Iran's Missile Programme Running Under Global Sanctions

Leaked documents suggest Chinese-linked firms may have aided Iran's missile programme, bypassing sanctions through complex networks.

International Business Times UK

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Chemical accident toll in US facility climbs to 11

On May 26, a tank containing "white liquor"— a chemical solution of sodium hydroxide and sodium sulfide used in making paper pulp—imploded at a Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility.

International Business Times

What Happens to Your Body After 3 Days in 45°C Heat

When the temperature climbs to 45°C, your body enters survival mode. Sweating, increased heart rate, fatigue, headaches, and irritability are not random summer discomforts. They are biological alarms. Most people think heat becomes dangerous only when someone collapses outdoors. But doctors warn that damage often starts much earlier and builds…

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Common Daily Habits That Secretly Harm Kidney Health and How to Avoid Them

Most people rarely think about their kidneys until something goes wrong. These bean-shaped organs work constantly to remove toxins, control blood pressure, maintain mineral balance, and support red blood cell production. Despite their importance, kidney damage often develops silently, with warning signs appearing only after significant harm has occurred. Modern…

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Adherex Technologies’ PEDMARK Push Targets Larger AYA Market After Record Quarter

Fennec Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:FENC) executives outlined the company’s commercial strategy for PEDMARK, its sodium thiosulfate product used to prevent cisplatin-related hearing loss, during a fireside chat at the H.C. Wainwright 4th Annual BioConnect Investor Conference. Ram Selvaraju, managing dir

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Could sodium replace lithium as the dominant ingredient in batteries?

The world we live in today runs on batteries. But the lithium ion batteries that dominate the market are expensive and environmentally demanding to extract. The raw materials for lithium ion batteries are scarce and concentrated in a few geographical regions. This places continued pressure on supply chains.

The Conversation

Iodine deficiency is creeping back. Vegans, vegetarians and pregnant women are most at risk

Iodine deficiency is often seen as a problem of the past, but this isn’t entirely true. During the 20th century, the iodisation of salt became one of the most effective public health interventions for preventing conditions caused by a lack of this mineral, including goiter (enlargement of the thyroid gland)…

The Conversation

The Blood Pressure Habits Doctors Say Seniors Ignore Too Often

High blood pressure remains one of the most common health problems affecting older Americans, yet many seniors still underestimate how everyday habits quietly influence their...

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This $200 electric spoon tricks your brain into tasting salt and doctors say it could change low-sodium diets forever

The $200 electric spoon that tricks your brain into tasting more salt is back in the spotlight, and doctors say it could be a game-changer for low-sodium diets. The Kirin Electric Salt Spoon went viral again after TikTok reviewer Classy Bougie Budget shared his experience with the gadget, which uses…

The Mary Sue

The lifestyle habits of centenarians’ children that could help you live longer

Offspring of long-lived parents consume less sugar and substantially less sodium

The Independent UK

Famous asteroid Ryugu may have been bombarded by a swarm of tiny space rocks 1,000 years ago

Samples of Ryugu returned to Earth by the Hayabusa2 spacecraft show that the asteroid bears the scars of a recent bombardment by tiny space rocks.

Space

These Are the Most Lethal Animals That Can Kill in Seconds

In the natural world, lethality is not always about size or strength. Some of the most dangerous animals operate at a speed so extreme that the human body has little to no time to react once contact is made. These creatures rely on venom, neurotoxins, or rapid physiological disruption that…

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Salty drinking water could be increasing your blood pressure – people living in coastal areas are most at risk

When people consider what causes high blood pressure, they often think of lifestyle factors, such as eating salty foods, lack of exercise or smoking. However, an unexpected source of salt might also be raising blood pressure for millions of people: the water they drink.

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‘Truth Serum’ Bombshell In Michael Jackson Case As New Theory Emerges Years After Accuser Vanished

“A lot of people have spewed that theory about the sodium amytal, and I'm certainly not discounting it."

Medical Daily

Heart-Healthy Eating Guide: Best Meal Plans for Cholesterol & Heart Protection

Heart-healthy eating meal plans support cardiovascular diet goals, cholesterol lowering, and heart disease prevention with anti-inflammatory foods.

Times Life

Doctor Shares 5 Foods to Reduce High Blood Pressure Naturally

Hypertension or high blood pressure is a chronic condition that is frequently referred to as a silent killer. WHO points out that 46% of individuals with hypertension are not aware of the fact that they have it. Furthermore, WHO also pointed out that almost 1.4 billion people are leading their…

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Medical Daily

Fast Heartburn Relief with Antacids and Acid Reflux Meds for Better GERD Treatment

Discover how antacids and acid reflux meds work for fast heartburn relief and smarter GERD treatment, including when to use quick fixes versus longer-term options.

Times Life

4 Foods You Must Avoid to Control High Blood Pressure

High blood is a dangerous condition in which the blood forces against vessel walls at high levels consistently. Also known as "silent killer" as the symptoms frequently remain unrecognised, high bp can create life-threatening problems like stroke, kidney damage and heart attack. As many of us might already know smoking,…

Times Life

4 Everyday Foods That Quietly Lower High Blood Pressure

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is considered as a silent killer. It usually creates no palpable symptoms while quietly damaging our blood vessels. As a matter of fact, World Health Organisation (WHO) pointed out that in today’s world almost “600 million adults with hypertension are unaware that that…

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5 Easy Ways to Keep Pets Cool at Home

Summer heat challenges pets more than humans since dogs mainly pant and sweat through paws, while cats rely on grooming for cooling. In scorching areas like Nagpur, overheating can lead to serious issues like heatstroke but easy home fixes make a big difference. This guide expands on practical vet approved…

Times Life

5 Animals That Can Kill Without Ever Touching You

Not every deadly animal needs teeth in your skin or claws on your body to become dangerous. Some kill through toxins in flesh, poison on skin, venom sprayed from a distance, or diseases carried from one host to another. Their danger is unsettling because it breaks the way we usually…

Medical Daily

10 Best Foods That Naturally Lower Blood Pressure and Support Heart Health

Foods for high blood pressure can naturally lower blood pressure. Learn the best potassium-rich foods, nitrate vegetables, and magnesium sources for a heart-healthy diet.

Medical Daily

Foods That Lower Blood Pressure: 10 Picks Nutritionists Actually Recommend

From berries to fatty fish, these foods that lower blood pressure are backed by research. A practical guide to building a heart healthy foods routine.

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