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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), influenza (flu) can cause mild to severe illness and, in some cases, death. The flu is not the same as a cold. The flu usually strikes without warning. Flu patients frequently experience some or all of the following symptoms: fever or feeling feverish/chills, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headaches, fatigue (tiredness), and vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults. During flu season, it is critical to distinguish between influenza signs and symptoms.
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Inositol is a carbohydrate that can be found in food, supplements, and your body. It is a naturally occurring vitamin that is frequently referred to as vitamin B8 although it is not a vitamin at all but rather a type of sugar with several important functions. It is found in foods including nuts, cereals, beans, and fruits. There are different varieties of this molecule, according to Grant Tinsley, and they all share a chemical structure with glucose, the primary sugar in your blood. In numerous physiological processes, inositol is involved. It has therefore been researched for any potential health advantages.
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Most sources, according to Adda Bjarnadottir of Medical News Today, claim that Guten is safe for everyone except those with celiac disease. However, some health experts believe that gluten is harmful to the majority of the population, making gluten a controversial topic. According to a 2019 study, up to 5% of people in Western societies choose to follow a gluten-free diet, and up to 13% are sensitive to gluten-containing products. People with celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity, and some other conditions must avoid gluten in their diets to avoid harmful, adverse reactions. Now, let's dig a little deeper into gluten: is it safe or dangerous?
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Period, also known as menstruation, menstrual period, cycle or menses is when the uterine lining sheds and turns into blood. It is a regular vaginal bleeding that take place as part of a woman's monthly cycle. The first time when a girl has its period is known as menarche. It typically begins between the ages of 10 and 16, with an average age of 12 years, then continues until the menopausal age at about 51 years. Even if we are on this modern time, there are still period myths that we can hear from our grandmother or even our mothers. Take a closer look at some of the most common fallacies about periods and know the facts.
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According to Megan Ware of Medical News Today, the fuzzy fruit known as a peach or Prunus persica is a native of northwest China. They also belong to the stone fruit family, which implies that they have a single huge center seed that is surrounded by flesh. The inside flesh of peaches might be white, yellow, or orange in hue. Peaches are connected to plums, apricots, cherries, and almonds, claims Alina Petre of Healthline. Because its flesh is encircled by a shell that contains an edible seed, they are referred to as drupes or stone fruit. They can be consumed on their own or combined with various foods. Peaches are very nourishing and may have a host of health advantages, such as better digestion, smoother skin, and allergy relief.
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The Zamboanga Hermosa Festival is a month-long celebration commemorating the Feast of Nuestra Senora la Virgen del Pilar (Our Lady of Pillar) and to introduce the Patroness of the Asia's Latin City to those who are not familiar with her. The occasion will be celebrated in the entire month of October, but the concentration of activities usually takes place in the early part of the month from October 1 to 12 with the latter being the Feast Day of the Lady. Although, the celebration is more of a Roman Catholic festivity, the Locals from the city, including Muslims, Lumads and other Christians alike, congregate to take part in the city events like culinary festivals, fashion and music shows, and street dancing.
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