Health and Wellbeing

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Does Crying Burn Calories? What Research Shows

Dr. Prosper Yole
Updated Oct 9, 2026Upd. Oct 9, 2026↻ Oct 9, 2026
Does crying burn calories? Here is what research reveals about crying, sobbing, weight loss, and the widely quoted 1.3-calorie claim.
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How to Lose Belly Fat Safely: A Doctor’s Guide

Dr. Prosper Yole
Updated Oct 9, 2026Upd. Oct 9, 2026↻ Oct 9, 2026
Losing belly fat the safe way means managing your diet, getting enough physical exercise, and understanding how calorie ...
Fasting and empty plate

Fasting and Metabolism: How Your Body Uses Energy

Guest Author
Oct 2, 2026
For centuries, fasting has been a widespread practice across many cultures and religions. It is a practice that ...
blisters in severe sunburn

Sun Poisoning: Symptoms, Treatment & When to Get Help

Dr. Prosper Yole
Sep 30, 2026
“Sun poisoning” isn’t a formal medical term, but people commonly use it to describe severe sunburn caused by ...
rainbow kiss health risks explained

Rainbow Kiss Meaning: What It Is, Risks & Safety

Dr. Prosper Yole
Updated Sep 16, 2026Upd. Sep 16, 2026↻ Sep 16, 2026
Despite its name, the rainbow kiss is not associated with colourful makeup, lipstick, candy, or the rainbow flag ...
Apollo (conjunctivitis)

Apollo Eye Infection: Symptoms, Causes & How It Spreads

Dr. Prosper Yole
Updated Sep 13, 2026Upd. Sep 13, 2026↻ Sep 13, 2026
If you spend enough time in Nigeria, you will likely come across the term “Apollo”. Apollo is a ...
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