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05/08/2025

Signs Of HIV/AIDs In Men That Should Not Be Taken For Granted

HIV/AIDS is a serious condition that affects the immune system, and in many cases, early symptoms in men can be mild or easily mistaken for common illnesses. However, recognizing these signs early can be life-saving.

Some symptoms may appear within weeks of infection, while others may develop later as the virus progresses. Here are key signs men should never ignore.
1. Persistent Fatigue: Feeling extremely tired even after resting could be a sign that your immune system is struggling to keep up.

2. Unexplained Weight Loss: Sudden, drastic weight loss without dieting or exercise is a common indicator of a weakened immune system.

3. Recurring Fever and Night Sweats: Low-grade fevers or waking up drenched in sweat regularly may point to HIV-related infections.

4. Skin Rashes and Sores: Unusual skin problems, such as itchy rashes or painful sores around the mouth or ge****ls, can be early signs of HIV.

5. Swollen Lymph Nodes: Swelling in the neck, underarms, or groin could mean your body is fighting off infections linked to HIV.

6. Frequent Infections: If you’re constantly dealing with infections like thrush, pneumonia, or STIs, it may be a red flag.

7. Memory Loss or Mental Fog: In advanced stages, HIV can affect the brain, leading to confusion or difficulty concentrating.

Early testing and treatment can allow men living with HIV to lead long, healthy lives. If you notice these signs, seek medical attention promptly instead of brushing them off

24/05/2025

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THE UNPOPULAR FACT ABOUT EATING BREAD

We grew up thinking bread was a gift, something for the elite and special. In my town, it is in your subconscious that you buy bread while travelling.

Bread came with warmth, laughter around breakfast tables, and quick dinners on tired nights.

But no one told us that the same bread we trusted could become a slow poison stitched into our very bloodstream.

Bread today is not the bread of our ancestors.
It is a chemistry experiment, refined starch, stripped fiber, added sugars, hydrogenated oils, emulsifiers, bleaching agents, bromates, each ingredient hijacking our biology in ways our tongues can't taste, but our cells can't ignore.

At the molecular level, that soft, fluffy slice explodes into glucose almost instantly.
Your blood sugar surges like a river breaking its banks.

Insulin pours out to contain the flood, but the damage has begun:
fat lodges into the liver, mitochondria sputter under oxidative stress, your gut barrier cracks open, and inflammation becomes a permanent resident in your body.

Bread is not just food anymore. It is instruction, a dangerous message telling your cells to store fat, to inflame, to age, to decay.

The evidence is no longer hidden. As far back as 1916, Dr. J.R. Lowery, writing in the Texas Medical Journal, showed that bread was no innocent staple. He traced pellagra, a disease of dementia, diarrhea, and death, to poor-quality bread.

Today, leading scholars like Professor Robert Lufkin show how bread fuels the global epidemics of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver, heart disease, cognitive decline, and autoimmune breakdown.

Still, every morning in Nigeria and across Africa, the rituals continue.
Bread with Akamu.
Bread with noodles.
Bread with sugary tea.
Bread stuffed with beans.
Bread as the cheap filler when hunger knocks and patience is thin.

But while our mouths are satisfied, our bodies are paying debts we cannot see.
The pancreas exhausted.
The liver suffocating under fat.
The gut inflamed and leaking toxins into the bloodstream.
The brain clouded by silent inflammation.

You think it’s normal to feel tired by noon.
You think it’s normal to forget names, to wake up with back pain, to feel your skin dull and your moods crash without warning.
But it is not normal.
It is metabolic deregulation.
It is the price of silent addiction.

Bread is engineered to addict you.
Not by taste alone, but by chemistry, through rapid glucose spikes and dopamine floods that hijack the reward circuits of your brain.
You crave not because you are weak, but because the food was designed to make you need more.

When you remove bread, you do not just lose weight.
You reclaim energy.
You reclaim focus.
You reclaim clarity, skin vibrancy, digestive peace, metabolic dignity.

Diseases the world accepts as normal, ulcers, gastritis, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, fatty liver, begin to retreat when the bread trap is broken.

This is not guesswork. It is clinical reality.
It is biophysics.
It is the quiet cry of your mitochondria for mercy.

Our ancestors did not survive on bleached flour and processed oils.
They ate foods that spoke the language of the body: roots, tubers, fresh grains, leafy greens, real proteins, slow-burning energy.
Their bodies moved with the seasons, not against them.
Their health was not perfect, but it was coherent, not this metabolic chaos normalized today.

You have a choice.

Every bite is a signal.
Every meal is a decision.
Either you build health, or you build dysfunction.

I am trying to not eat bread.
Not because of fear, but because of love, for my cells, for my future, for the silent miracles happening inside me every second I choose rightly.

You owe yourself that love too.

Bread is the comfort that costs too much.
Choose life. Choose lightness. Choose clarity.

And if you must eat bread, let it be rare, sacred, and made from ingredients your great-grandmother would recognize, not compounds your liver struggles to pronounce.

Break free.
Your body already knows what freedom feels like.
It’s only waiting for you to remember.

Thank you for the patience demonstrated in the reading.

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15/03/2025

MALARIA DIAGNOSIS by
Dr Elochukwu Adibo

More often than not, many Nigerians immediately suspect malaria when they feel unwell with feverish symptoms, given the endemic nature of the disease in the country. Such individuals are often taken aback when laboratory test results for malaria return negative.

A negative malaria parasite test result simply means that the test procedure did not detect the presence of the parasite. However, in some cases, this does not necessarily mean that the patient is free from malaria. This highlights the need for a clear understanding of what malaria testing entails and the factors that could lead to undetected malaria in the laboratory.

In an exclusive interview, the Managing Director/CEO of EL-Lab Medical Diagnostics and Research Centre, Dr Elochukwu Adibo, explained that there are different methods of malaria screening and identification. He noted that EL-Lab and many other medical laboratories utilise the gold standard for malaria diagnosis—microscopy with visualisation of Giemsa-stained parasites in a blood sample (thick and thin films). This method also enables species identification and parasite density estimation.

“Species determination is made based on morphological characteristics of the five species of human malaria parasites and the infected red blood cells,” he stated.

Diagnosis and testing

Regarding diagnosis and testing, Adibo noted that the effectiveness of the microscopy technique depends on the quality of reagents, the microscope, and the experience of the laboratory scientist.

“We, therefore, cannot overemphasise the importance for medical laboratory scientists to maintain maximum competency in peripheral blood smear evaluation for malaria and other blood-borne parasites,” he asserted.

To ensure this, EL-Lab enrols its medical laboratory scientists annually in the malaria microscopy training programme organised by WHO-trained malaria microscopy specialists at the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR).

On Rapid Diagnostic Testing (RDT), Adibo emphasised that EL-Lab, a leading indigenous medical diagnostic centre with an ISO15189:2022 accredited laboratory, utilises a quality-assured RDT for malaria diagnosis.

“RDT kits approved by the National Malaria Elimination Programme are employed for malaria diagnosis in EL-Lab,” he said.

Meanwhile, he acknowledged that polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assays are the most sensitive and specific method for detecting malaria parasites but are primarily used in research settings.

Understanding false or negative results

Dr Adibo stressed the importance of distinguishing between true negative and false negative results.

“A true negative test result means that the patient or client does not have malaria, while a false negative malaria test result means that the patient has malaria, but the test failed to detect the parasite,” he explained.

He outlined several factors that could contribute to false negative results.

“False negative results may be due to low parasite density (

28/02/2025

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02/12/2024

*MISINFORMATION FUELlING COMPLICATIONS AMONG PERSONS WITH DIABETES

Experts in the management of diabetes have identified misinformation as a major contributor to complications and poor treatment outcomes among patients living with diabetes in the country.

The specialists said it was wrong for people to advise diabetes patients not to consume traditional foods like eba, rice, and yam and replace them with wheat-based alternatives.

According to them, such advice could impact their health, emphasising that local foods such as eba with enough vegetables were healthy for patients with diabetes but must be consumed in moderation.

The diabetologists noted that a healthy diet helps to manage blood sugar levels, stressing that vegetables and fruits provide fiber, vitamins, and minerals that help stabilise blood sugar and promote overall health.

The World Health Organisation emphasises that increased access to the right diabetes education among the populace is critical to the prevention and management of the disease.

The global health body says a large majority of people living with the disease in Nigeria have little or no knowledge of diabetes and its complications, and this has been increasing the risk of developing the disease and its mortality.

The WHO estimates the prevalence of diabetes in Nigeria to be 4.3 percent and it is largely attributed to the lifestyle changes caused by urbanisation and its results: industries producing unhealthy diets including sugar-sweetened drinks, lack of exercise, and harmful use of alcohol.

Speaking exclusively with PUNCH Healthwise in different interviews, the diabetologists said misinformation concerning what to eat and what not was affecting the treatment and management of diabetes.

They said by focusing on balanced meals and portion control, diabetics can enjoy their traditional meals without compromising their health, saying that a holistic approach, rather than drastic diet changes, is key to managing diabetes effectively.

A Professor of Medicine and Endocrinology at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Idi-Araba, Olufemi Fasanmade, said that diabetes patients were free to eat any food of their choice with the prescription of their physicians.

He said, “People should stop telling diabetics to avoid eating eba, rice, and yam and start eating wheat. This kind of information is causing problems for us. They should eat all these foods with vegetables or fruits.

“We hear people telling diabetic patients not to eat rice, eba, and even yam, advising people wrongly. In some write-ups, you will see all kinds of advice, giving one counsel or the other that is affecting the management of diabetes.

“Everybody that has diabetes must eat fruits or vegetables every day, at least three to five servings of fruits or vegetables per day. This means that every meal must have either fruits or vegetables as well as in-between meals.

“We advise diabetics to avoid simple or refined sugars. Rice, yam, amala, and eba among others, which contain complex sugars, do not necessarily worsen or increase the risk for diabetics.”

Regarding the controversial sugar content of these foods, he said, “Diabetes is not caused by sugar; it is caused by an unhealthy lifestyle, so these classes of foods are good because they are still complex carbohydrates.

“When we talk about sugar, there is simple and complex sugar. The sugar we ask you to avoid is the simple sugar, refined sugar. Someone who has diabetes or who does not want to have diabetes can eat yam and cassava. These are starchy foods, but they are complex sugars.

“So the problem is not the sugar, it is the type of the sugar. That is why those people in the village will eat their fufu and yam and will not develop diabetes as much as you think despite that they eat fufu and eba every day.

“This is because they are eating complex carbohydrates. So eba is good, yam is good. People should stop telling diabetics to stop eating eba and start eating wheat. This kind of information is causing problems for us. They should eat all these foods with vegetables or fruits.

“Simple or refined sugars are like cake and soft drinks. Those are the things we tell people to avoid because they contain fructose and sucrose. There is nothing wrong with carbohydrates.

“They can eat eba, amala, fufu, starch, potatoes, and yams because they are all complex carbohydrates. There is nothing wrong with them, and they are complex carbohydrates and should be eaten with fruits or vegetables.”

Corroborating his statement, a consultant paediatric endocrinologist at the University College Hospital in Ibadan, Oyo State, Dr Oluwakemi Ashubu, noted that the right information was crucial in managing diabetes patients to achieve better treatment outcomes.

She noted that misinformation in medical practice could lead to several adverse outcomes, saying that too much insulin or other diabetes medications may cause blood sugar levels to drop significantly, causing hypoglycemia.

According to her, hypoglycemia, which means low blood sugar, could be avoided by the consumption of the right quantity of carbohydrates.

Patients living with diabetes could eat carbohydrate food in moderation and ensure there are enough vegetables, saying that hypoglycemia could also occur if one eats less than usual after taking a regular dose of diabetes medication or exercise more than one typically does

01/12/2024

STROKES AT OLD AGE IS VERY RISKY AVOID TAKING THIS 3 THINGS AND BE SAVED

Strokes at old age is a serious medical condition that occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, leading to potential brain damage. It is a leading cause of death and long-term disability worldwide, particularly among older adults. While some factors contributing to stroke, such as genetics or age, are beyond our control, lifestyle choices play a significant role in reducing the risk of this debilitating condition. One key way to lower your chances of suffering a stroke is by moderating your intake of certain substances. Below are three things to avoid in excess to maintain a healthy brain and heart as you age.

1. Salt (Sodium)
Excessive salt consumption is a major contributor to high blood pressure (hypertension), one of the leading risk factors for stroke. When you consume too much sodium, it causes your body to retain water, which increases blood volume and, subsequently, your blood pressure. Over time, persistently high blood pressure can damage blood vessels, making them more prone to blockages or ruptures that lead to strokes.

The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends consuming no more than 5 grams of salt (about one teaspoon) per day. However, many people far exceed this amount, often due to hidden salt in processed foods, canned goods, and restaurant meals. To lower your sodium intake, focus on eating fresh, whole foods and using herbs or spices to flavor your meals instead of relying on salt.

2. Sugar
A diet high in sugar can lead to obesity, diabetes, and high cholesterol levels, all of which are significant stroke risk factors. Excessive sugar consumption causes the body to store fat, particularly around vital organs, which increases the risk of developing metabolic disorders. Furthermore, diabetes, which is often linked to excessive sugar intake, damages blood vessels and nerves, making strokes more likely.

The American Heart Association advises that men consume no more than 36 grams (9 teaspoons) of added sugar per day, while women should limit themselves to 25 grams (6 teaspoons). Reducing sugary drinks, desserts, and processed snacks in your diet is a crucial step toward safeguarding your long-term health. Instead, satisfy your sweet cravings with fresh fruits, which provide natural sugars along with essential nutrients and fiber.

3. Saturated and Trans Fats

Dietary fats are essential for energy and overall health, but not all fats are created equal. Saturated fats, commonly found in red meat, butter, and full-fat dairy products, and trans fats, present in many fried and processed foods, can raise your levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) while lowering good cholesterol (HDL). This imbalance leads to the buildup of fatty deposits in the arteries (atherosclerosis), increasing the risk of blockages that cause strokes.

Health experts recommend replacing saturated and trans fats with healthier alternatives, such as unsaturated fats found in avocados, nuts, seeds, and fatty fish like salmon. Opt for cooking oils like olive oil or canola oil instead of butter or margarine to reduce your intake of harmful fats.

Final Thoughts

Preventing stroke requires a proactive approach to your diet and lifestyle. By limiting your intake of salt, sugar, and unhealthy fats, you can significantly reduce your risk of high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, and cholesterol-related issues. Combining these dietary changes with regular physical activity, stress management, and routine medical checkups will further enhance your efforts to maintain a healthy brain and body well into old age. Remember, small, consistent choices today can make a big difference in the quality of your life tomorrow

30/11/2024

COMMON SICKNESS AT AGE 60YEARS AND HOW TO AVOID THEM

As individuals enter their senior years, their bodies undergo various changes that can make them more susceptible to certain illnesses. Age-related factors, such as a weakened immune system and underlying health conditions, can increase the risk of specific diseases. In this article which is in accordance to healthline, we will discuss the most common illnesses that affect individuals over the age of 60 and explore preventive measures to help older adults stay healthy

1. Respiratory Infections: Respiratory infections, such as
pneumonia and influenza, are prevalent among seniors due to the weakened immune system and changes in lung function that occur with age. To prevent respiratory infections, seniors are advised to receive their annual flu vaccine and pneumonia vaccine as recommended by healthcare professionals.

Regular handwashing, avoiding close contact with sick individuals, and practicing good respiratory hygiene, such as coughing or sneezing into a tissue or their elbow, can also help reduce the risk of respiratory infections.

2. Cardiovascular Diseases: As individuals age, the risk of cardiovascular diseases, heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke, increases. To lower the risk of these conditions, it is essential for seniors to adopt a heart-healthy lifestyle.

Regular exercise, such as walking or low-impact activities, maintaining a balanced diet low in saturated fats and sodium, managing stress levels, and regularly monitoring blood pressure and cholesterol levels are important preventive measures. It is also crucial for seniors to follow their healthcare provider’s prescribed medications and attend regular check-ups.

3. Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis is a common condition that affects the joints, particularly in weight-bearing areas such as the knees, hips, and spine. Regular exercise that focuses on strengthening the muscles surrounding the joints can help alleviate pain and improve joint function. Seniors should also maintain a healthy weight, as excess weight can put additional stress on the joints

Using supportive devices like canes or walkers when necessary, applying heat or cold therapy, and practicing good body mechanics can also help manage osteoarthritis symptoms.

4. Diabetes: Type 2 diabetes is more common in older adults, often due to lifestyle factors, genetic predispositions, and changes in insulin sensitivity. To prevent or manage diabetes, seniors should adopt a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fruits, vegetables, lean protein, and healthy fats.

Regular physical activity, weight management, and regular blood sugar monitoring are also vital in maintaining good diabetes control. It is important for older adults to work closely with their healthcare providers to develop a personalized diabetes management plan.

5. Cognitive Decline: Cognitive decline, conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and age-related memory impairment, can impact older adults’ quality of life. While there is no guaranteed way to prevent these conditions, engaging in mentally stimulating activities, such as reading, puzzles, and learning new skills, can help keep the mind active.

Regular social interactions, a balanced diet rich in antioxidants, and regular exercise have also been associated with a lower risk of cognitive decline. It is important to consult with healthcare professionals if concerns about memory or cognitive function arise.

28/11/2024

AGEING FASTER ?

Ageing is a natural, almost inevitable, part of life but for many of us, it can feel like an unwelcome intruder, especially when that first strand of grey hair or fine wrinkle makes its debut in the mirror sooner than expected. When this happens, it’s only natural for one to ask: Am I ageing faster than I should be? Well, let’s find out.

Researchers on increased cancer incidence among the young adult population found a significantly accelerated ageing in people born from the late 60s to now in 2024. While the cause of this was not explored in the study, it showed a 17% increased likelihood of accelerated ageing in the current living population.

So, are you ageing too quickly? There’s a slight chance you might be. But how can you truly tell beyond that first stray strand of grey hair? More importantly, what can you actually do about it?

Understanding Age

Age, they say, is more than just a number. It offers a wealth of information about a person’s likely health status, lifestyle habits, and dietary behaviours. Scientists define ageing as the accumulation of cellular damage over a person’s lifespan. This damage alters normal cellular functions, gradually preventing the body from maintaining physiological balance.Buy vitamins and supplements

One key factor in this process involves the telomeres, which are regions of repeated DNA sequences that act as protective “caps” on our chromosomes. Telomeres shield our DNA from damage, but each time a cell divides, the telomeres naturally shorten. Over time, this shortening leaves our DNA more vulnerable, accelerating cellular damage and contributing to the ageing process.

The accumulated cellular damage brought on by both external and internal influences pushes our cells toward a sleep state otherwise known as senescence where our cells are no longer dividing, but are metabolically active. This poses a great problem for the body. As more and more cells enter senescence, there’s a distortion of normal tissue architecture and function leading to the signs of ageing and the development of systemic disease.

Biological Age vs. Chronological Age

There are two categories of ageing to consider when we discuss premature ageing: the chronological age and the biological age.

Chronological age defines the number of years a person has spent living, from the day they were born to the present. Meanwhile, biological age looks at aspects of a person’s physiology in comparison to the expected standards for persons in their chronological age. For example, assessing the trend of hormone levels like cortisol, and growth hormone levels among a particular age in contrast to yours.

The concept of biological age has many nuances, but the good news is that, unlike chronological age, which remains constant, we can influence our perceived biological age. It’s important to distinguish between these two types of age because, as the saying goes, appearances can be deceiving. A person may look youthful on the outside, but factors such as cognitive health and organ function may reveal a different story about their rate of ageing.

Researchers have identified several factors that can affect an individual’s biological age, including genetics, the presence of chronic diseases, exposure to pollutants and toxins, radiation exposure, psychological stress, poor nutrition, poor mental health, and lifestyle habits.

Signs of Premature Ageing

There are external and internal indicators of premature ageing. Recognising these early indicators is crucial for identifying and addressing accelerated ageing.

The external signs primarily appear in the skin and hair. With age, structural proteins like collagen and elastin, which support skin integrity, gradually decrease. This decline, combined with fat reduction in the subcutaneous layer and vascular changes, leaves the skin thinner and more prone to injury. Additionally, hyaluronic acid, a natural moisturiser in the dermis that keeps skin plump and hydrated, diminishes over time, causing dryness and the appearance of wrinkles. Fine lines around the eyes and mouth, as well as laxity around the neck, become more noticeable. In fair-complexioned individuals, age spots—flat brown or black areas on the skin—can also become more prominent.

Hair changes are also common external signs of premature ageing. Melanin production, which gives hair its colour, naturally decreases with age, leading to greying. Those experiencing premature ageing may notice hair thinning, pattern baldness (alopecia), and a shorter hair growth cycle, as more follicles enter the resting (telogen) phase, reducing hair volume. The dryness of the scalp can accompany these changes, affecting overall hair health.

Internal signs of premature ageing are evident in metabolic and cognitive decline. Ageing is often associated with a slower metabolic rate, but this reduction is more pronounced in individuals experiencing premature ageing. Such metabolic changes can accelerate cellular ageing, increasing susceptibility to age-related conditions like insulin resistance, which may eventually lead to Diabetes Mellitus and a higher risk of developing Hypertension.

Cognitive decline is another internal sign, often presenting as forgetfulness, reduced mental sharpness, and difficulty concentrating. These symptoms are more common in individuals who age at a faster rate than usual. Factors such as chronic stress and insufficient sleep further contribute to cognitive decline and may lead to serious conditions like early-onset dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

Tips to Slow Down Ageing

Slowing down the ageing process requires intentionality and effort. Recently, there has been a notable shift in scientific discourse from aiming to slow down the ageing process to focusing on prolonging healthspan, which is defined simply as the years an individual is alive and in good health. Numerous evidence-based strategies can help individuals maintain their vitality and prolong their healthspan.

Regular Exercise

Staying active fights premature ageing. A study out of BYU found that those who engaged in regular physical exercise had younger biological ages compared with those who live sedentary lifestyles. Whether it’s walking, running, jogging or swimming, consistently getting active slows down the ageing process significantly and is proven to be beneficial in the fight against cognitive decline.

Balanced Nutrition

We are what we eat. A nutrient-rich diet is important for prolonging healthspan and fighting premature ageing. Antioxidant-rich foods, such as fruits, veggies, and whole grains, help combat oxidative stress, a key component in the ageing process. By reducing oxidative stress, a key external source of cellular damage is inhibited. Additionally, omega-3 fatty acids found in fish, flaxseeds, and walnuts have been shown to support heart health and cognitive function. Limiting processed foods and transitioning to more organic options is the way to go.

Stress Management

It cannot be overemphasised. Chronic stress is detrimental to your health, and significantly impacts the rate at which you age. If you’re in doubt, take a look at our politicians. Techniques such as mindfulness, meditation, and yoga have been proven to reduce stress levels and improve overall well-being. Engaging in hobbies, spending time with loved ones, and prioritising self-care can also help mitigate the effects of stress.

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Advanced Skincare

The skincare industry has come a long way, bringing us innovative anti-ageing solutions to stay youthful and healthy. Skin care products containing retinoids have been shown to boost cell turnover and collagen production, while peptides boost skin elasticity. Using broad-spectrum SPF creates a barrier between the skin and UV radiation, preventing cellular damage which is the primary culprit behind premature ageing.

Wearable Technology

From fitness trackers that track your sleep patterns to smartwatches that count your daily steps, there exists an array of modern technology that allows individuals to monitor their health parameters in real-time, providing them with data insights which can guide proper lifestyle adjustments.

Medical Interventions

Hormone replacement therapy may be an option for some individuals experiencing significant hormonal changes due to ageing. Consulting a healthcare professional can help determine the appropriateness of such treatments.

When to Seek Medical Advice

Understanding when to seek medical advice is crucial for maintaining health and addressing signs of premature ageing. Regular health screenings play a vital role in the early detection of age-related diseases.

Routine visits to a healthcare provider for check-ups can help monitor important health parameters, including blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and blood sugar. These assessments are essential for identifying potential issues before they escalate into serious problems.

If you notice signs of premature ageing or experience significant changes in your health, it’s important to consult a specialist. Dermatologists can offer advice on skincare and anti-ageing treatments, while endocrinologists can help with hormonal changes that impact health and vitality. Additionally, if you recognise signs of cognitive decline or experience persistent feelings of sadness or anxiety, it’s advisable to speak with a mental health professional. Early intervention can lead to better outcomes and an improved quality of life.

Ageing gracefully is a goal for many people. We all look forward to the day when someone tells us we look several years younger than we are. By understanding the difference between chronological age (the number of years we have lived) and biological age (how our body functions relative to our age), and by recognising the warning signs of premature ageing, we can better position ourselves to take steps toward prolonging our health spans. Let’s stay proactive about our health, and our future selves will thank us.

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