Medically Speaking

Role of cod liver oil for optimal immune function in children

01 Aug 2022 17:03 PM IST

Cod liver oil helps prevent Rickets, reduce risk of Type 1 Diabetes, prevent upper respiratory tract infections, maintain good eyesight, improving brain function because cod liver oil contains both vitamin A and omega-3 fatty acids, it’s a powerful weapon in the fight against cancer.

TIPS ON HOW TO DETOXIFY YOUR BODY DURING MONSOON

01 Aug 2022 05:07 AM IST

Monsoons are a special time of the year that brings with them incredible joy, portraying the serene glory of nature and an extremely critical requirement for agriculture. It’s that season that people look forward to, for various reasons. Like most weather conditions, monsoons also have their pros and cons. And

HEAD AND NECK CANCER: SYMPTOMS, CAUSES AND RISK FACTORS

01 Aug 2022 05:04 AM IST

This week is celebrated as head and neck cancer awareness week across the world to bring attention to the devastating impact of these cancers, with a focus on early detection and treatment. Despite these cancers accounting for a third of all new cancers in India annually, awareness remains low for

USE ALOE VERA TO REJUVENATE YOUR SKIN THIS MONSOON

29 Jul 2022 16:01 PM IST

For over 3,500 years, tales of “healing Aloe Vera” plants have been handed down through the centuries by word of mouth. It is probably one of the most discussed but least understood medicinal plants in history. The ancient Greeks, the Romans, the Babylonians, Indians, and the Chinese have all used

Smoking increases the risk of chronic kidney disease

29 Jul 2022 15:58 PM IST

Kidney disease is a non-communicable disease (NCD) and currently affects around 850 million people worldwide. One in ten adults suffers from chronic kidney disease (CKD). The global burden of CKD is increasing and CKD is projected to become the 5th most common cause of years of life lost globally by

COVID-19 INFECTION HAS A LONG-TERM EFFECT ON BONE HEALTH

29 Jul 2022 15:55 PM IST

There is scientific and clinical evidence on the sub-acute and long-term effects of Covid-19, which can affect multiple organ systems. SARS patients had reduced bone mineral density which was initially thought to be primarily dependent on treatment with corticosteroids.

BIGGEST THREATS TO MEN’S HEALTH

26 Jul 2022 07:33 AM IST

Men are from Mars; women are from Venus. This statement is relevant when it comes to the physiological issues the two genders face. Biological, social, and behavioural factors have resulted in differences in the most common causes of health issues both men and women face. Men die younger than women,

Ten easy gluten-free eating tips

26 Jul 2022 07:28 AM IST

Avoiding gluten is becoming fashionable—to lose weight, some people who are not intolerant to this protein decide to stop consuming products that contain it. Shivani Sikri, Chief Nutritionist & Wellness Specialist at Nutri4Verve, discusses various aspects of gluten-free eating. HOW DO YOU RECOGNISE GLUTEN INTOLERANCE? “The consumption of gluten leads

KEEP YOUR SKIN AND HAIR HEALTHY, FOLLOW THESE TIPS

26 Jul 2022 07:26 AM IST

The nutraceutical industry has been offering a wide range of supplements that help us achieve an optimal level of nutrients that give you a glow while also strengthening the roots from the core. Some supplements that you could add to your daily life to ensure that the health of your

TISSUE ENGINEERING WILL BE KEY TO CARDIAC MEDICINE

20 Jul 2022 06:41 AM IST

Unlike other organs, the heart cannot heal itself after injury. Heart disease is the top cause of mortality in the U.S. and is particularly deadly. For this reason, tissue engineering will be crucial for the development of cardiac medicine, ultimately leading to the mass prod uction of the wholesale fabrication

NEW METHOD OF TRIGGERING IMMUNOLOGICAL RESPONSES

20 Jul 2022 06:39 AM IST

According to a new study, small proteins, called chemokines, that direct immune cells toward sites of infection can also form DNA-bound nanoparticles that can induce chronic, dysfunctional immune responses. The surprising discovery of this new activity for this well-studied class of immune signalling molecules could shed light on some types

Novel coronavirus manipulates cells to replicate: Study

20 Jul 2022 06:37 AM IST

An article published in the journal Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology describes a study conducted by researchers at the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) and the University of So Paulo (USP) in Brazil that demonstrates how a human protein interacts with a SARS-CoV-2 protein, as well as one of