Search
Close this search box.
Search
Close this search box.

7 Secrets Your Blood Type Shows About Your Health

Unless you’ve recently given blood, you may not think much about your blood type. The presence or absence of certain molecules called A or B antigens, as well as a protein called the Rh factor, determine which of the eight common blood types you have coursing through your veins. (Groups: A+, A-, B+, B-, AB+, AB-, O+ or O-.)

However, these antigens make a difference beyond just your blood, influencing other body systems like your blood vessels, nerve cells, and blood platelets—which is why your blood type may impact your risk of certain diseases.

1 234 ... 8NEXT
Facebook
Twitter
WhatsApp
Pinterest
Reddit
LinkedIn
Facebook
Twitter
WhatsApp

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

READ NEXT

Things You Should Know About High Blood Pressure

Hypertension or high blood pressure happens when your blood pressure increases to unhealthy levels. It is high common – nearly half of American adults will now be diagnosed with this

11 Reasons Why Drinking Coffee Daily Is So Good

Americans get more antioxidants from coffee than anything else. As studies have surprisingly shown, U.S. citizens get their daily dose of antioxidants mainly from coffee – and not just because

25 Health Tips to Cut Your Cancer Risk

Cancer, also called malignancy, is an abnormal growth of cells. There are more than 100 types of cancer, including breast cancer, skin cancer, lung cancer, colon cancer, prostate cancer, and

Early Symptoms of a Heart Attack You Should Know

The sooner you get help for a heart attack, the better your chances for a complete recovery. Unfortunately, many people hesitate to get help, even if they suspect there’s something

5 Reasons You Have Swollen Fingers

You have arthritis pain, and the inflammation in your joints causes your fingers to swell up and resemble little sausages. Or maybe you’ve chowed down a salty meal, and now

5 Surprising Causes of Snoring

Snoring affects 90 million Americans and the majority of these people “are unaware of why they snore or what snoring could indicate about their overall health,” according to Jagdeep Bijwadia,

Essential Things for a Perfect Skin During Your 40s

Boost Collagen And Elastin Production “Our skin cell turnover dramatically reduces as well, resulting in dullness, dryness as well as fine lines and wrinkles. Retinols are critical to help speed

9 Things People Get Wrong About PTSD

Post-traumatic stress disorder is much more common than many of us may think. Data suggest an estimated 70% of American adults have experienced some type of traumatic event throughout their

6 Common Symptoms of PCOS

Polycystic ovary syndrome is a hormonal imbalance in women who have higher than normal levels of male hormones. It affects 10% of women of childbearing age and is a leading

A Doctor Explains What Causes Your Salt Cravings

Salt isn’t “bad” per se, says integrative medicine physician Pooja Amy Shah, MD. “It’s one of the most important components in our bodies,” she says. Sodium, the primary component of

7 Solid Reasons to Eat More Carrots

Carrots are one of the healthiest snacks you can have. With a sweet taste and satisfying crunch, carrots can soothe junk food cravings when you are trying to be good.

Scroll to Top