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FOODS TO AVOID AS A HYPERTENSIVE PATIENT

 As a hypertensive patient, it is important to be mindful of your diet and avoid certain foods that can worsen high blood pressure. Here are some foods to avoid: 1. Salt: Sodium can contribute to high blood pressure, so it is important to limit your intake of salt and salty foods such as processed meats, canned soups, and snack foods. 2. Alcohol: Drinking too much alcohol can contribute to high blood pressure, so it is important to limit your intake to moderate levels. This means no more than one drink per day for women and two drinks per day for men. 3. Caffeine: Caffeine can temporarily increase blood pressure, so it is important to limit your intake of coffee, tea, and energy drinks. 4. Sugar and sugary drinks: Consuming too much sugar and sugary drinks can contribute to weight gain and high blood pressure. It is important to limit your intake of sugary drinks such as soda, fruit juices, and sports drinks. 5. Trans and saturated fats: Trans and saturated fats can increase cholestero
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FASTING

Fasting is the practice of voluntarily abstaining from food or drink for a certain period. Recently, fasting has gained popularity as a way to improve health and wellness.  Types of Fasting There are several different types of fasting, including: Intermittent fasting: This involves restricting calorie intake for a certain period usually between 12 and 24 hours. Water fasting: This involves consuming only water for a certain period, usually between 24 hours and several days. Juice fasting: This involves consuming only fruit or vegetable juices for a certain period. Partial fasting: This involves limiting certain types of food or drinks, such as meat, alcohol, or caffeine, for a certain period. Benefits of Fasting Weight loss: Fasting can help you lose weight by reducing calorie intake and increasing fat burning. Improved insulin sensitivity: Fasting can help improve insulin sensitivity, which can lower the risk of type 2 diabetes. Reduced inflammation: Fasting has been shown to reduce i
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HYPERTENSION

 Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a condition in which the force of blood against the walls of the arteries is consistently too high. This can cause damage to the arteries and lead to a range of health problems, including heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure. An ideal blood pressure is considered to be between 90/60mmHg and 120/80mmHg. High blood pressure is considered to be 140/90mmHg or higher.  Causes of Hypertension  There are a number of factors that can contribute to hypertension, some of which includes; 1. Diet 2. Weight 3. Genetic factors  4. Diabetes  5. Kidney Disease  Symptoms of hypertension may include; 1. Headaches  2. Dizziness  3. Blurred vision  Sometimes many individuals with hypertension may not experience any symptoms at all. If left untreated, hypertension can lead to a range of serious complications, including heart attack, stroke, and heart failure. Here are a few proven ways to prevent Hypertension; 1. maintain a healthy diet 2. Exercise
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KLEPTOMANIA

  Kleptomania is a disorder characterized by a persistent urge to steal items that are not needed or have little value. This condition is considered a type of impulse control disorder and is often associated with feelings of tension, anxiety, and guilt. The exact cause of kleptomania is not fully understood but it is thought to be related to a combination of genetic, environmental, and psychological factors. Some research has suggested that individuals with kleptomania may have abnormalities in brain areas that control impulse control and decision-making. Treatment for kleptomania typically involves a combination of therapy and medication. 1. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CT) 2. Antidepressants and mood stabilizers  1. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CT): This can be effective in helping individuals identify triggers for their urges to steal and develop strategies to resist these impulses.  2. Antidepressants and mood stabilizers: Medications such as antidepressants and mood stabilizers
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SEX

Sex is a physical activity that involves the exchange of bodily fluids between two individuals for reproduction or pleasure.   It typically involves penetration of the vagina by the penis.  It can take various forms, including vaginal, anal, and oral sex, and can be practiced between two consenting partners. There are numerous benefits to engaging in consensual sexual activity, which include; 1. Physical Intimacy  2. Emotional intimacy  3. Stress relief and improved mood 4. Reduced risk of certain cancers 5. Improved immune function  6. Lower risk of heart disease  However, there are also risks associated with sex. These risks include; 1. Sexually transmitted infections (STI) 2. Unwanted pregnancies  3. Emotional and physiological harm  To mitigate these risks, it is advisable to practice safe sex which includes the use of condoms and avoiding multiple sexual partners. It is also important to get tested regularly for STIs. 
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KISSING

What is kissing? Kissing according to the Oxford English Dictionary is an act of touching or caressing with the lips as a sign of love, sexual desire, or greeting. It is also important to know that the mouth is full of bacteria, and when two people kiss, they exchange between 10 million and 1 billion bacteria.  Kissing causes a chemical reaction in the brain, including a burst of the hormone oxytocin. It's often referred to as the “love hormone,” because it stirs up feelings of affection and attachment. There are benefits as well as dangers to kissing. BENEFITS OF KISSING  Kissing is not only fun, but it can also be healthy. Here are a few known benefits of Kissing; 1.Kissing helps reduce blood pressure: The process of kissing makes the heart rate increase, It dilates the blood vessels and therefore increases blood flow thus the reduction of blood pressure. What better way than taking drugs often? 2.Kissing zaps cramps and headaches: Just like the aforementioned above, with a dilat
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PCOS

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a problem with hormones that happens during the reproductive years of a woman. Medically, it is a condition marked by infertility, enlarged ovaries, menstrual problems, high levels of male hormones(androgen), excess hair on the face and body, acne, and obesity. With PCOS, many small sacs of fluid develop along the outer edge of the ovary. These are called cysts. The small fluid-filled cysts contain immature eggs. These are called follicles. The follicles fail to regularly release eggs. A woman with PCOS may not have her periods very often or may have periods that last many days.  The exact cause of PCOS is unknown, but there is evidence that genetics play a role. Symptoms of PCOS often start around the time of the first menstrual period. Sometimes, symptoms develop later after a woman has had her menstrual periods for a while. The symptoms of PCOS vary. A diagnosis of PCOS is made when at least two of these are present; 1. IRREGULAR PERIODS : Having
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