Piles, medically known as hemorrhoids, are swollen blood vessels in the anus and lower rectum that can cause discomfort, itching, bleeding, and pain. While many people dismiss them as a minor problem, piles are actually one of the most common anorectal conditions globally — and dietary habits play a major role in their development. 📊 Prevalence: How Common Are Piles? Global research shows that hemorrhoids affect about 1 in 4 people worldwide, with a pooled point prevalence of roughly 25.9 % — meaning at any given time, about one quarter of adults are experiencing hemorrhoids. In Africa, studies show a wide range of reported rates — from about 7 % in some Ethiopian populations to 54 % in parts of Nigeria, indicating both high occurrence and the influence of lifestyle and diet differences across regions. While not a direct cause of mortality, piles can contribute to significant morbidity and discomfort, especially when chronic constipation, straining and poor dietary patterns...
In the world of wellness, we often hear the word “alkaline.” Alkaline water. Alkaline diets. Alkaline herbs. But what actually makes a drink alkaline? And where does Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi / Lingzhi) fit into this conversation? Today, let’s step into the Matrix — not the movie — but the invisible biochemical grid that governs your body’s internal environment. Because alkalinity isn’t about hype. It’s about the internal terrain. 🧬 The Body’s Matrix: Your Internal Terrain Imagine your body as a living matrix — a vast, intelligent network of: * Cells * Fluids * Electrical signals * Enzymes * Microorganisms Every function inside this matrix depends on pH balance — the delicate scale between acidity and alkalinity. Your blood is tightly regulated around 7.35–7.45 (slightly alkaline). Your stomach? Highly acidic. Your urine? Variable. Your saliva? Influenced by diet. The body is constantly buffering acids to protect the matrix. When people talk about “alkaline drinks,” what they often me...