Diabetic Neuropathy, know what it is, treat it with homoeopathy! Diabetic neuropathy is dysfunction and damage in the peripheral nerves in people with diabetes. It is characterized by a progressive loss of nerve fiber function, with numbness in extremities. It is the common complication of diabetes mellitus of both type1 and type 2 patients. Sign […]
Recurrent Mouth Ulcers, Manage It With Homoeopathy ! They are small pin point lesions one or more painful sores on inner lips, gums tongue, roof of the mouth or throat that may interfere with eating, such as a canker sore. These mouth ulcers are non-contagious. Some predisposing factors for recurrent mouth ulcers: – Accidentally biting […]
Grapes come in different colors and forms. There are red, green, and purple grapes, seedless grapes, grape jelly, grape jam and grape juice, raisins, currents, and sultanas, not to mention wine. A diet that is rich in fruits and vegetables has been linked to a reduced risk of various conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, cancer, […]
~ Enrich Your Diet with Fresh ‘Summer Food’ Loading up on antioxidants such as berries helps prevent damage to tissues and reduce the risks of age-related illnesses. Blueberries and blackberries are especially antioxidant-rich. Also, reserve a place for fresh produce in your every meal. ~ Give yourself the much needed ‘Nutritional Boost’ Nutritional supplements can […]
A urinary traction infection (UTI) is a very common type of infection in your urinary system. A UTI can involve any part of your urinary system, including the urethra, ureters, bladder and kidneys. Symptoms typically include needing to urinate often, having pain when urinating and feeling pain in your side or lower back. Causes UTIs […]
You are what you eat! The secret to healthy life often lies in one’s reach – in one’s home i.e. kitchen, if only one remembers to look. From nutrient dense and healthy lentils and flours to natural alternatives to calorie – heavy processed foods, kitchen shelves are full of ingredients that are both healthy and […]
કેન્સર ના લગભગ ૧૮ ટકા કિસ્સામાં ખરાબ પોષણ, સ્થૂળતા, શારીરિક નિષ્ક્રિયતા અને દારૂનું સેવન જવાબદાર છે. સારો આહાર એ તમામ પરિસ્થિતિમાં કામ કરી શકે છે, જેનાથી કેન્સર થવાનું જોખમ ઘટે છે. અમેરિકન ઇન્સ્ટિટ્યૂટે ફોર કૅન્સર રિસર્ચના અનુસાર દરરોજ થાળી માં જો બે તૃતીયાંશ ભાગ છોડ આધારિત ભોજનનો રાખવામાં આવે અને પ્રાણીજ પ્રોટીન એક તૃતીયાંશ ઓછું […]
Dysentery is inflammation and infection of the intestines, which results in diarrhea containing blood or mucus. Other possible symptoms include stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and fever. Dysentery can occur as a result of a bacterial or parasitic infection. These infections typically spread as a result of poor hygiene or sanitation. In the United States, most […]
મેથી (શાકભાજી) કે મેથી દાણા આ ભારતીય રસોડા માં જોવા મળનારું એક ખુબ જ મહત્વપૂર્ણ ખાદ્ય પદાર્થ છે પણ તમને જાણીને આશ્ચર્ય થશે કે મેથી ઓષધીય ગુણોનો ભંડાર છે અને આપણા શારીરિક સ્વાસ્થ્ય માટે લાભદાયક પણ છે. ભલે આ મેથી ના દાણા નાના હોય પણ પ્રાકૃતિક રૂપ માં તેમાં અગણિત સ્વાસ્થ્ય લાભના ગુણ જોવા મળે […]
Winter & Food: With winter slowly setting in, the body undergoes changes to keep up with the weather. For that, it requires a lot of vitamins and energy. In fact, a change in diet according to each season is a must, as it will help in supplying the body with the right fuel. Here are […]
Ringworm, or tinea, refers to several types of contagious fungal infections of the top layer of the skin, scalp, and nails. It is called ringworm because the itchy, red rash has a ring-like appearance. However, ringworm is nothing to do with worms. Key facts to Ringworm: • Ringworm is nothing to do with worms. • […]
A person with vertigo will have a sense of spinning dizziness. Vertigo is a symptom of a range of conditions. It can happen when there is a problem with the inner ear, brain, or sensory nerve pathway. Causes: • Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) – where certain head movements trigger vertigo • Migraine – severe […]
A person with tinnitus often hears “ringing in the ears,” but they may also hear hissing, clicking, or whistling sounds. It can be temporary, or it can be chronic and persistent. It can be heard as coming from one or both ears or from within the head. Research shows that most people hear tinnitus when […]
The chikungunya virus infects humans through the bite of a mosquito. It causes fever and joint pain. It is rarely fatal, but the symptoms can be severe, long-lasting, and debilitating. The chikungunya virus is predominantly transmitted by a bite from an infected female mosquito. In general, it is not considered contagious; however, in rare cases, […]
Menopause is a transition into a new phase of life. It begins when the menstrual cycle finishes. Menopause is not a health problem, and some experience it as a time of liberation. However, hormonal changes and other factors involved can cause discomfort. Menopause usually starts between the ages of 40 & 58years in developed countries, […]
The monsoon season has set in full swing and it is raining continuously. As much as you love seeing the rains, this season also brings along its share of health problems. Rains are known to make the climate pleasant, but at the same time proliferate the growth of bacteria, thereby causing diseases. The common victims […]
VITILIGO ~ Vitiligo is a disease in which the pigment cells of the skin, melanocytes, are destroyed in certain areas. ~ Symptoms and signs of vitiligo include loss of skin colour in the form of depigmented, or white, patches of skin in any location on the body. ~ Vitiligo can be focal and localised to […]
Migraine is a medical condition that involves severe, recurring headaches and other symptoms. Before the headache, there may be sensory changes that are known as an aura. An episode usually occurs in stages and can last for several days. It can affect a person’s daily life, including their ability to work or study. How migraine […]
A corn is a small, painful, raised bump on the outer skin layer of feet and toes. Causative factors for corns: An improper walking motion, but most are caused by ill-fitting shoes. High-heeled shoes are the worst offenders. They put pressure on the toes and make women four times as likely as men to have […]
Guava fruits are amazingly rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. This remarkable nutrient content gives them many health benefits. Most people think that guava is associated with a person getting cold and this may be true. Moreover, this fruits also has health benefits. Guava is used to treat dangerous health problems such as […]
Eczema is a condition wherein patches of skin become inflamed, itchy, cracked, and rough. Some types can also cause blisters. Causes The specific cause of eczema remains unknown. Children are more likely to develop eczema if a parent has it or another atopic condition. Some environmental factors can bring out the symptoms of eczema. These […]
People with bronchitis have swelling and inflammation in their bronchial tubes, the air passages that link the mouth and nose with the lungs. TYPES: Bronchitis can be acute or chronic. Acute bronchitis usually clears up, but chronic bronchitis is persistent and never completely goes away. Quitting or avoiding smoking can help prevent bronchitis. CAUSES Acute […]
Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia (loss of memory) that affects memory, thinking and behavior. Symptoms eventually grow severe enough to interfere with daily tasks. CAUSES: The disease likely develops from multiple factors, such as genetics, lifestyle and environment. Age The greatest known risk factor for Alzheimer’s and other dementias is increasing age, but […]
Sciatica is the name given to pain caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve. Anything that irritates this nerve can cause pain, ranging from mild to severe. Sciatica is usually caused by a compressed nerve in the lower spine. Causes Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve becomes pinched, usually by a herniated disk in your […]
Every year 1st to 7th septemer is celebrated as NATIONAL NUTRITIONAL WEEK. Here are few food items with their lesser known health benefits: 1. PAPAYA – Good Eye Health. Papayas are loaded with Vitamin A an antioxidants, which helps in improving eye health. – Aids digestion. – Anti-ageing. – Boosts Immunity. – Helps in weight […]
Piles are swollen veins and surrounding tissue around your anus or in your back passage, also known as haemorrhoids. Causes • Low- fiber diet and smaller caliber stool causes a person to strain when having a bowel movement, increasing the pressure within the blood vessels. • Pregnancy is associated with piles swelling and is likely […]
Osteoporosis develops when bone density decreases. The body reabsorbs more bone tissue and produces less to replace it. In people with osteoporosis, the bones become porous and weaker, increasing the risk of fractures, especially in the hip, spinal vertebrae, and some peripheral joints, such as the wrists. The International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) estimate that over […]
Headaches are a common health problem — most people experience them at some time. Causes Factors that lead to headaches may be: • emotional, such as stress, depression, or anxiety • medical, such as migraine or high blood pressure • physical, such as an injury • environmental, such as the weather Frequent or severe headaches […]
VARICOSE VEINS INTRODUCTION Varicose veins are swollen and enlarged veins, usually blue or dark purple in color. They may also be lumpy, bulging or twisted in appearance. They mostly occur in the legs. The blood is prevented from flowing backwards by a series of tiny valves that open and close to let blood through. If […]
RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS What is rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic systemic disease that affects the joints, connective tissues, muscle, tendons, and fibrous tissue. It tends to strike during the most productive years of adulthood, between the ages of 20 and 40, and is a chronic disabling condition often causing pain and deformity. • […]
Quick Fact check (WHO): •Cancer is the second leading cause of death globally, and is responsible for an estimated 9.6 million deaths in 2018. Globally, about 1 in 6 deaths is due to cancer. •Approximately 70% of deaths from cancer occur in low- and middle-income countries. •Around one third of deaths from cancer are due […]
Corona virus – cause prevention and treatment! What is Corona Virus? Corona virus – is one of the RNA virus. Being crown shaped virus (when viewed under microscope) it is named Corona virus. Discovered in around 1960 as infected virus majorly affecting respiratory tracts of mammals, birds. Breakout: 1st January 2020, China saw multiple cases of […]
PSORIASIS Psoriasis is a common skin condition that speeds up the life cycle of skin cells. It causes cells to build up rapidly on the surface of the skin. The extra skin cells form scales and red patches that are itchy and sometimes painful. Psoriasis is a chronic disease that often comes and goes. INCIDENCE […]
FACT CHECK: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a health problem that affects 1 in 10 women of childbearing age (ages 15 to 44 years). WHAT IS THE POLYSYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME (PCOS)?? Many women have PCOS but don’t know it. In one study, up to 70 percent of women with PCOS hadn’t been diagnosed. PCOS affects […]
HYPERTENSION – the silent killer. WHO (world health organisation)SAYS: •Hypertension – or elevated blood pressure – is a serious medical condition that significantly increases the risks of heart, brain, kidney and other diseases. •An estimated 1.13 billion people worldwide have hypertension, most (two-thirds) living in low- and middle-income countries. •In 2015, 1 in 4 men […]
World Diabetes Day! Is celebrated on 14th November each year which marks birthday of Fredrick Banting co-founder of Insulin. Key facts according to WHO: The number of people with diabetes has risen from 108 million in 1980 to 422 million in 2014. The global prevalence of diabetes* among adults over 18 years of age has […]
We usually tend to panic and the first action taken is to control or lessen the rising temperature with anti-pyretic. Should we do that or not ? Let us understand: Fever medically known as pyrexia is the most common reason of visit to a doctor worldwide, especially in children. But, do you really need to […]
Malaria is a mosquito-borne infectious disease affecting humans and other animals. HOW DOES IT HAPPEN?? It is most commonly transmitted by an infected female Anopheles mosquito. The mosquito bite introduces the parasites from the mosquito’s saliva into a person’s blood. The parasites travel to the liver where they mature and reproduce. APPEARANCE OF SIGN AND […]
Miliaria, also called “sweat rash” or “heat rash” is a skin disease marked by small and itchy rashes. Miliaria is a common ailment in hot and humid conditions, such as in the tropics and during the summer season. Although it affects people of all ages, it is especially common in children and infants due to […]
COCONUT WATER : is a very refreshing drink to beat the torching tropical summer thirst. Its liquid is packed with simple sugars, electrolytes, and minerals to replenish dehydration conditions inside the human body. Research studies suggest that cytokinins in coconut water found to have significant anti-ageing, anti-carcinogenic, and anti-thrombotic (anti-clot formation) effects. Coconut water is […]
Rotavirus In Infants Rotavirus infection is the most common cause of inflammation of the stomach and intestines (gastroenteritis), leading to severe diarrhoea in infants and children throughout the world. Rotavirus is a virus that infects the bowels, causing a severe inflammation of the stomach and bowels (gastroenteritis). Rotavirus is the most common cause of severe […]
Buttermilk (Chhas) Summers are here – local drink (Chhas) buttermilk is something to be included in meals to beat the heat. Lets us know some amazing benefits of a delicious and SATVIK FOOD (Chhas) buttermilk 1. In hot days, it cools off and prevents dehydration. 2. Fights acidity: If you tend to suffer from acidity […]
Bed wetting – Involuntary urination while asleep is just the part of child’s normal growth schedule and hence there is nothing to be worried or ashamed of or there is no matter to scold or punish the child. Bed wetting is also known as Nocturnal Enuresis. No exact definition or critaria can be made. To […]
Teething in children varies in pattern from pain they experience to the all signs of teething, age at what they emerge and the age they fall off. There are 2 types of Teeth in Human beings. 1. Deciduous teeth / Milky Teeth / Primary Teeth / Baby Teeth 2. Permanent teeth (after Deciduous teeth falls […]
Menstrual Disorders In simple words, menstrual disorders may be understood by following terms… Amenorrhoea – Absence of bleeding Dysmenorrhoea – Painful bleeding Menorrhagia – Heavy bleeding Metrorrhagia – Bleeding in between periods. Amenorrhoea : Amenorrhoea can be of 2 types based on aetiological factors. Physiological conditions being childhood (upto puberty), old age (After menopause), Pregnancy […]
A second common infection in mankind after respiratory tract infection is urinary tract infection. A very common infection seen in women, a majority of women experiences this kind of infection at any point once in a life. Urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection involving kidneys, ureters, bladder and/or urethra. If infection involves upper urinary […]
Tulsi – “Ocimum Sanctum” We all are very familiar with the word ‘TULSI’. We all know it is a reservoir plant for the therapeutic application. Here is an overview and a guide for all of us to meet the doctor of our home – the ‘Plant of Tulsi’ being scientifically named as Ocimum Sanctum. In […]
Tonsillitis Tonsils in the throat function as a defense mechanism. They help prevent your body from infection. They are also known as “policeman of the throat.” They filter the infection preventing major lung/respiratory diseases thus providing a Natural & Healthy self defense mechanism. When the tonsils become infected, the condition is called tonsillitis. Tonsillitis can […]
Acne is a skin condition that occurs when your hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells. Acne usually appears on your face, neck, chest, back and shoulders. Effective treatments are available, but acne can be persistent. The pimples and bumps heal slowly, and when one begins to go away, others seem to […]
Dengue Fever: Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne infection that causes a severe flu-like illness, for which female mosquito of Aedes Aegypti species are responsible. The Incubation period is 4-10 days. Symptoms: There are 2 types of manifestations: Dengue Fever and Dengue Haemorrhagic Fever. The mild form of Dengue Fever is manifested through symptoms like Headache, […]