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Read more about the article 12 factors that influence the development of chronic diseases
Keeping in mind these 12 factors that can have an effect on our health will enable us to better manage them in order to age more healthily. — StarGraphics

12 factors that influence the development of chronic diseases

In a dynamic and rapidly-changing world, the multidimensional factors implicated in diseases need to be appreciated. These factors are not only critical in determining the emergence of a number of…

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Read more about the article The important role of vitamin D in pregnancy 
One simple way of ensuring you have adequate levels of vitamin D during pregnancy is to go out and bask in the sunshine for 10 to 30 minutes every couple of days. — AFP

The important role of vitamin D in pregnancy 

Vitamin D, commonly known as the “sunshine vitamin”, is a fat-soluble nutrient that is crucial for numerous bodily functions. It is particularly important in supporting bone health and regulating the…

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Read more about the article Three hormones that may help to halt ageing
Exercise and managing stress, like spending time with friends, are two ways of helping to maintain your hormonal health. — Rawpixel

Three hormones that may help to halt ageing

Hormones are biochemical messengers from glands that regulate physiological processes, thus influencing metabolism, growth, immune responses, mood and reproduction. They travel in the bloodstream to target organs, binding to receptors…

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