Henna rinse is a hair treatment involving henna powder mixed with other ingredients to condition and color the hair. Henna is a natural plant-based dye derived from the Lawsonia inermis plant. It has been used for centuries in various cultures…
I’ve always wondered why some bald heads seem to glisten in the sunlight. As it turns out, it’s all about natural oils. Our scalps produce sebum, a natural oil that gives our skin a healthy shine. However excessive oiliness can…
Our HbA1c conversion chart provides an easy way to convert HbA1c values into average blood sugar levels and A1c mmol The chart is color-coded to show different A1c ranges, helping patients better understand their results. You can download and print…
Sonic Drive-In is an American fast-food chain famous for its drive-in experience. You park in a designated spot and place your order on the menu board from your car via a call box. The food is brought to you by…
We all have blood sugar levels, which can be high, low, or just right. A blood test at the hospital helps us check this. The HbA1c test, also known as the glycated hemoglobin test, is important for diagnosing type 2…
Managing diabetes and sickle cell disease involves closely tracking blood sugar levels, which can be quite tough. The standard test used to track long-term glucose control is the Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) test measures the amount of glucose that has attached…
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), is a group of connective tissue disorders that affect about 1 in 2,500 to 1 in 5,000 people. Despite its prevalence, EDS often goes undiagnosed, making it one of the most under-recognized conditions worldwide. It can affect…
Artificial sweeteners are synthetic sugar substitutes that provide sweetness without the calories found in natural sugars. These sweeteners are often used in various food and beverage products marketed as “diet” or “sugar-free” alternatives. Artificial sweeteners, such as saccharin, aspartame, sucralose,…
Lecithin is like a helpful messenger for our cells, found naturally in our liver and in the organic foods like eggs and soybeans or as a supplement. It’s super important because it keeps our cells strong and healthy, especially in…
Muscle is the engine that drives our bodies. The more muscle you have, the stronger you’ll be. One of the first things you might notice is a slight weight increase on the scale. This is because, Muscle is denser than…