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Babies have a sucking reflex that enables them to suck and swallow milk. Experts recommend that newborns be breastfed within one hour of birth and exclusively breastfed for the first six months, and then breastfed until

Globally, breastfeeding is promoted as “the BEST source of infant nutrition.” Breastfeeding is a complete nutrition that is easy for the baby to digest, which promotes the child eating more often due to faster digestion. The benefits of breastfeeding extend well beyond basic

When a man ages, his testosterone level changes from a high level to a lower one. This can result in hair loss, decreased sex drive, changes in mood and a decrease in body mass and strength. Fortunately, men can boost testosterone levels naturally by increasing their intake of certain foods

What is the difference between cardio-exercise and lifting weights and which one is better for you?

Brunilda Illidge is a seasoned health care worker who takes her role as a nurse very seriously.St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) highlighted Illidge as one of its special nurses in celebration of International Nurses Day, which was observed around the world on Monday, May 12.