Health

Most people enjoy papaya in the form of fruit, leaves and flowers to eat. It turns out, papaya seeds also have a ton of benefits for health and beauty, you know! Papaya is known as a fruit that has lots of nutrients. Quoting WebMD, papaya is packed with nutrients such as vitamins A, C, and E. Meanwhile, papaya seeds contain many polyphenols and flavonoids which help to improve health. This is because these two compounds can act as antioxidants in the body. Citing various sources, here are a number of benefits of papaya seeds for health and beauty, as reported by CNN Indonesia. First, it protects kidney function. The kidneys play an important role in the body as a 'wasting machine'... READ MORE

The Center for Health Protection has announced that Hong Kong has entered the summer influenza season, given that the local seasonal influenza activity has steadily increased in the past week and exceeded the epidemic threshold. From the latest surveillance data, overall local seasonal influenza activity has increased since July. The Hong Kong Government's official website reported that, among respiratory specimens, the percentage of the most recent weekly detection of testing positive for the seasonal influenza virus was 9,83% in the week ended 19 August. The virus that dominates the circulation is influenza A H3. The overall admission rate with a primary diagnosis of influenza in a public hospital was 0,43 per 10.000 population in the same week... READ MORE

In medical terms, tingling is called paresthesia. When the feet are tingling, sufferers generally feel goosebumps, numbness, or more often feel pain like being pricked by a needle. Paresthesia can occur when a person does not move their body position for a long time. Quoted from the Healthline page, this tingling sensation occurs due to pressure on the nerves. Prolonged pressure can inhibit the delivery of oxygen and energy that the body needs to send signals to the brain. Apart from that, certain diseases can also cause tingling to occur. To overcome this, CNN Indonesia launched several ways to get rid of tingling in the feet according to the causes which were summarized from various sources. One way to... READ MORE

There are a number of good morning habits you can adopt to improve brain health. This habit is useful not only for preventing cognitive decline, but also for increasing concentration and clarity in thinking. Quoting Livestrong, CNN Indonesia launches 5 good morning habits to improve brain health. First, a 30 minute cardio workout. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each week. For example, half an hour of brisk walking or cycling five days a week. As an alternative, you can choose vigorous exercise for 75 minutes such as running or swimming. However, be sure to consult a doctor before ... READ MORE

Have you ever felt like peeing but can't? It could be that you are experiencing anyang-anyangan. It doesn't feel very comfortable. According to CNN Indonesia, Andika Afriansyah, a urologist, explained that Anyang-anyangan is an uncomfortable feeling when urinating or after urinating. Discomfort can be in the form of pain when passing urine, a feeling of not completing after urinating, or a feeling of being blocked when urinating. In the world of urology, anyang-anyangan is called lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). The causes of anxiety are very diverse. Among other things, because urinary tract infections are caused by germs attacking the bladder, there are stones in the urinary tract, there is a blockage in the urinary tract due to an enlarged prostate ... READ MORE

Lemongrass is often used in various dishes. Not a few also use lemongrass leaves as a drink and are usually mixed with tea or ginger stew. In addition, lemongrass can also produce oil. Lemongrass oil has a myriad of health benefits. Citronella oil comes from the extracted leaves and stems of citronella. Launching CNN Indonesia from Healthline, citronella oil has been used to treat digestive problems and high blood pressure. Lemongrass oil is classified as an essential oil, and is often used as aromatherapy to help relieve stress, anxiety and depression. Among the benefits of citronella oil, it can relieve headaches and migraines. Researchers in Australia believe ... READ MORE

DDHK.ORG - Stress cannot be underestimated. Stress can even cause a relapse of multiple sclerosis. Reporting from Republika, multiple sclerosis (MS) is a neurodegenerative disease resulting from a chronic demyelination process in the central nervous system caused by autoimmune inflammation. Researchers have been trying to identify the exact triggers of multiple sclerosis (MS), a debilitating condition that occurs when the immune system attacks the protective coverings of the brain and spinal cord. Although the exact cause of autoimmune disease is still unknown, experts suggest that making certain lifestyle modifications such as eating a healthy diet, reducing stress, and exercising regularly can reduce the chances of multiple sclerosis recurrence. A ... READ MORE

DDHK.ORG - Playing cellphones while lying down is a common thing that can be found a lot. But it turns out, playing HP while lying down even for hours, has risks. Reporting from Republika, several studies over the past few years have warned about the harmful effects of using smartphones or smart phones on various aspects of health. Excessive cell phone use can affect sleep quality, affect memory and study skills. This has ended up being a cause for concern in today's age when kids are glued to screens all the time. Bad posture when using a cell phone can also cause a number of problems. Consistent forward neck posture can cause injury to spinal structures... READ MORE

DDHK.ORG - Often waking up in the middle of the night is a problem for some people. According to a 2010 study in the Journal of Psychosomatic Research, a third of the more than 2.000 people surveyed reported waking up at least three nights per week. Reporting from Republika, although sleep disorders rarely indicate serious underlying problems, they can make a person feel tired and ultimately have a negative impact on mental and physical health. If you want to overcome sleep problems, quoting from the Best Life page, Saturday (20/5/2023), doctors say the main step is to identify what factors can cause it, here are seven causes: Have a Chronic Health Condition If you wake up all the time... READ MORE

DDHK.ORG - To trick residents into wanting to have children, the Government of Hong Kong has carried out various tactics. Reporting from Detik, the fertility rate in this country has decreased since 2018. According to the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) report, Hong Kong's position is now the lowest in the world, after South Korea and Singapore. Even though the Hong Kong government is aware of the declining fertility rate, the support provided to couples who want to have children is still far from what was expected. Currently, in Hong Kong, child tax benefits have only been increased by HK$10.000 or around more than IDR 19 million. In reality, there aren't many ways... READ MORE