The question of whether or not energy drinks are good for you is highly debatable. Doubtless however, they do contain niacin which, when taken in excess, can cause liver damage and liver cancer. The question is, “how much is too much.” Many people reported drinking one energy drink per day for years and remain healthy. A lot of people overdo it however, and get sick. The amount of energy drinks a person’s body can tolerate depends on many factors, such as how healthy the person is, how quickly their body repairs, genetics and hereditary factors, and the kind of diet and exercise program they are currently on.
Category: Health
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The Bark of this Tree is Used to Treat Diabetes
It’s called the “Rose of the Mountain Tree” because of the red rose that it bears. This tree grows in the interior regions of Guyana. The bark of the Rose of the Mountain Tree is boiled to make a tea that is drunk to treat diabetes, stroke, and wide range of other diseases. Although these claims are not based on scientific findings, herbal medicine advocates swear by it.
Men’s Health: What is Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia and Why You Need to Learn About It
As men age, typically upwards of 40 years old, the prostate develops a tendency to enlarge. This is a natural aging process similar to greying hair, but it is far more dangerous. In strict medical terminology, the enlargement of the prostate gland as men age is called Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia.