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Head Injuries Change Your Brain: The Surprising Mood Disorder Connection

Alica Syafiqah — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 11:59:15 +0000

The human brain, a complex organ of vast capability, is also remarkably fragile. Among the various threats it faces, repeated head injuries are particularly insidious. These injuries, especially when sustained over time, can silently erode mental health and cognitive function. While isolated incidents may have short-lived consequences, consistent trauma to the head, whether through contact [...]

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How to Manage Stress Better with Breathing Exercises

Samantha Khoo — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 17:20:49 +0000

Inhale and exhale slowly. Breathing may seem like a simple action, but often it has been neglected. Simple breathing exercises like deep breathing is one of the best ways to lower stress in the body and can make a big difference in your stress management if you make them part of your regular routine. Breathing exercises are [...]

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You Can Eat Again After Surviving An Eating Disorder. Sarah Ravindran Shows Us How.

Aidan H. — Thu, 24 Jan 2019 16:49:17 +0000

Conducting an interview with Sarah Ravindran is like trying to catch a butterfly. Despite being only 20, this Malaysian-born medical student has launched an Instagram page that attracted 1.6 million followers, most of whom marvel at her story about the eating disorder that nearly ended her life. A published author of two e-books titled “Beginner’s [...]

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How to Run Easily With Flat Feet or High Arches

Evan Jonathan — Thu, 10 Jan 2019 13:20:58 +0000

Running is such an awesome sport to follow. After all, you’ll be able to achieve your weight loss goals and tone your legs! However, it can be quite a problem if you have flat feet or high arches. Don’t fret, though! There are ways on how to run easily with flat feet or high arches. [...]

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This mom fell into depression 15 years ago. Here’s how she got out with an incredible sport.

Cherment Tay — Tue, 06 Nov 2018 17:35:55 +0000

Cheryl Chua is an extraordinary woman. In 2003, she fell into depression due to her passing of her father. Being at the lowest point in life, her husband was there to be her pillar of support. Without giving up, he encouraged her to start exercising in order to overcome this tall hurdle. Since then, Cheryl [...]

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