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Obesity Isn't Just About Fat: Why Ignoring Your Genes Can Be Dangerous

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Obesity Isn't Just About Fat: Why Ignoring Your Genes Can Be Dangerous Every year, millions set out to lose weight—but most fail to keep it off. Why? Because they tackle the symptoms, not the root cause. Obesity is not just about overeating or laziness. It is a complex condition deeply tied to your unique genetic and epigenetic makeup .  Misguided diets, unsafe supplements, and viral workout fads often worsen the issue. What if the real enemy is not fat, but misinformation and generic advice ? The Root Cause of Obesity: It's in Your DNA Obesity doesn’t just happen because you eat too much. It’s a biological and metabolic condition .  Genetics determines: How your body stores fat (FTO, MC4R genes) How well you burn calories (UCP1 gene) How you respond to carbs, fats, and proteins (APOA2, PPARG genes) How your brain regulates hunger and satiety (LEPR, MC4R genes) Without understanding these factors, you're fighting blindfolded. The Dangerous Misadventure...

Blood Pressure: Causes, Risks & Early Warning Signs

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A to Z About Blood Pressure Blood pressure is more than just a number your doctor mentions during check-ups—it's a critical measure of how your heart and arteries are functioning.  It is one of the most misunderstood, underestimated, and neglected aspects of our health.  Millions walk around with undiagnosed high blood pressure , also known as hypertension , unaware that it is silently damaging their organs. What Is Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is the force of circulating blood against the walls of the arteries.  It is recorded as two numbers: systolic (when the heart beats) over diastolic (when the heart rests between beats).  A normal reading is considered to be around 120/80 mmHg . How and Why It Develops There are multiple causes of high blood pressure including genetics, poor diet, lack of exercise, stress, obesity, smoking, alcohol, and even sleep deprivation.  However, many people develop it due to a combination of genetic predisposition and envi...

Reactive vs Proactive: The Eplimo Health Revolution

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Reactive vs Proactive: The Eplimo Health Revolution If you're someone who believes in personalized, scientific, and research-based solutions — this blog is for you. But if you're still waiting for symptoms instead of preventing them, this may not be worth your time. However, if you're serious about living a healthier, wealthier, and happier life — free from lifestyle diseases — then investing a few minutes in reading this could be the most powerful decision you make today. The Harsh Reality: Preventable Deaths Still Rising According to the Harvard School of Public Health , over 80% of heart attacks are preventable through lifestyle modification. Globally, cardiovascular disease (CVD) alone caused at least 19 million deaths in 2021 .  That means approximately 15.2 million lives could have been saved through prevention. Not our opinion — this is what global research and public health data indicate. Source: WHO – Cardiovascular Diseases Fact Sheet Reactive vs Proactiv...

Living Longer, Dying Shorter vs Living Shorter, Dying Longer: What You Must Know

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Living Longer, Dying Shorter vs Living Shorter, Dying Longer: What You Must Know Have you ever imagined growing old gracefully, with vitality and independence — or aging with disease, pills, and hospital visits?   That’s the striking contrast between “Living Longer & Dying Shorter” and “Living Shorter & Dying Longer.”   This article will help you understand both, so you can choose what’s best for you and your family. What Do These Phrases Actually Mean? Living Shorter, Dying Longer: Shorter lifespan, but more years spent battling chronic illness. Early onset of diseases like diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, and more. Long dependency on medications, caregivers, or medical interventions. Living Longer, Dying Shorter: Longer, healthier life with minimal medical dependency. Aging with energy, purpose, and independence. Very short period of illness or dependency before natural death. Why Does This Matter? Because your daily lifestyle deci...