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Definition of Jaundice? Jaundice is the medical term used for the yellowing of your skin and the whites of your eyes. Although it is not a disease in itself, it may be an indication of an underlying medical condition. Your skin tends to turn yellow when the level of bilirubin in your blood exceeds 2.5-3 mg/dL. In adults, jaundice can be a result of a life-threatening condition that may need to be evaluated, whereas, in infants, it is often a benign condition that improves without much side effects. However, in some cases, jaundice can cause brain damage and even death in infants.  REASON/ BEHIND JAUNDICE  Normally, large amounts of blood flow each minute through the liver, which may be thought of as the body's chemical processing plant.  The liver breaks down old, inefficient red blood cells in a process called  hemolysis . This releases large amounts of bilirubin. The liver also manufactures the other components of bile. Bile is a greenish-yellow fluid secreted by

Natural ways to protect our skin in summer  All of us dream of aging like fine wine. But, how many of us work toward that dream? If you think that your aging will slow down automatically, you are wrong. Aging is accelerated by your lifestyle, certain environmental factors, and the amount of attention you pay to it – things that you can control. So, the sensible approach to get younger-looking skin and age gracefully is by taking care of your skin and taking a balanced approach in your life. In this article, we have compiled some easy-to-follow tips that can help you look and stay younger. Many things cause our skin to age. Some things we cannot do anything about; others we can influence. One thing that we cannot change is the natural aging process. It plays a key role. With time, we all get visible lines on our face. It is natural for our face to lose some of its youthful fullness. We notice our skin becoming thinner and drier. Our genes largely control when these changes o

What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy substance your liver makes to protect nerves and to make cell tissue and certain hormones. Your body also gets cholesterol from the food you eat. This includes eggs, meats, and dairy. Too much cholesterol can be bad for your health. There is “good” cholesterol and “bad” cholesterol. What is the difference between “good” cholesterol and “bad” cholesterol? Good cholesterol is known as high-density lipoprotein (HDL). It removes cholesterol from the bloodstream. Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) is the “bad” cholesterol. If your total cholesterol level is high because of a high LDL level, you may be at higher risk of heart disease or stroke. But, if your total cholesterol level is high only because of a high HDL level, you’re probably not at higher risk. Triglycerides are another type of fat in your blood. When you eat more calories than your body can use, it turns the extra calories into triglycerides. Changing your lifestyl

Overview of Memory Memory  is our ability to encode,  store,  retain  and subsequently recall information and past experiences in the human brain. It can be thought of in general terms as the use of past experience to affect or influence current behaviour. Everyone has moments of forgetfulness from time to time, especially when life gets busy. While this can be a completely normal occurrence, having a poor memory can be frustrating. Genetics plays a role in memory loss, especially in serious neurological conditions like Alzheimer’s disease. However, research has shown that diet and lifestyle have a major impact on memory too. How to improve brain power at any age A strong memory depends on the health and vitality of your brain. Whether you’re a student studying for final exams, a working professional interested in doing all you can to stay mentally sharp, or a senior looking to preserve and enhance your grey matter as you age, there’s lots you can do to improv