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High blood pressure or hypertension is a highly prevalent condition in today’s time. To keep the blood pressure or BP as it is often called one should keep a check on their diet. Cutting down on salt, processed food, coffee, tea and fried food will help in keeping the BP within control. Regular exercise is also essential for a healthy living. Some fruits and veggies can help in controlling BP naturally: (more…)

Addison’s disease is a disorder where the adrenal glands in your body do not produce sufficient amout of hormones. Adrenals are located on the top of kidneys and secrete certain hormones which are important for the normal functioning of the body. The two important hormones secreted by the adrenals are cortisol and aldosterone and usually it is the cortisol whose level goes down in a patient suffering from Addison’s disease. The disease is also known as adrenal insufficiency and can be life threatening. (more…)

Including honey in your diet can result in better health. Consuming honey with warm water can help in weight loss as it increases body’s Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR). You can also combine honey with cinnamon or with lemon juice for similar weight loss benefits.

Honey is a natural antiseptic and also a good antioxidant. It helps in removing free radicals from your body, thus making it stronger and healthier. It increases your body’s immunity. It also contains various minerals and vitamins. Honey has been traditionally used to treat infection, arthritis pain etc. Its natural healing power has been recognized and known for more than thousand years now!

There are various benefits associated with regular tongue cleaning. Many bacteria’s associated with bad odor stay on the tongue and cleaning helps to get rid of them. It also helps in preventing tooth decay and plaque formation.

*Tip* - Do not use a toothbrush to clean your tongue, instead use a tongue scraper which can gently scrape your tongue surface. A toothbrush won’t be able to do so! So it might be a great idea to add tongue cleaning to your regular routine of brushing.

Acanthosis nigricans is a skin disorder where skin becomes dark, velvety and think around the body folds. The area usually affected is the back, armpits and neck. Acanthosis nigricans can affect any age group. The condition is usually associated with diabetes and obesity. People with this skin disorder often have increased insulin levels in their blood. Some genetic factors may also play a role and so can certain medications like the oral contraceptives. The usual form of treatment is to treat the underlying medical condition however the best way to control it would be to keep the insulin level within control and indulge in some form of physical exercise regularly. The associated symptoms are: (more…)

Alzheimer’s disease is the commonest cause of dementia, leading to gradual loss of brain functions. It’s a slowly progressive brain disorder which is characterized by loss of social skills, intellectual abilities and memory impairment. The cause of Alzheimer’s is not fully understood however it is believed to occur as a result of certain genetic, environmental and lifestyle factors. The disease is often severe enough to affect daily life activities. It typically affects older adults (65 and above) though early onset of Alzheimer’s are also known. The usual symptoms associated with the Alzheimer’s are: (more…)

In simple words, any joint inflammation is defined as arthritis. We have various joints in our body, where bones meet to allow free movement. There are various types/form of arthritis like there is Rheumatoid arthritis which is an auto-immune disease leading to chronic joint inflammation and then there is Osteoarthritis (the most common form of arthritis) which is a degenerative arthritis and where the joints undergo wear and tear due to aging, injury etc. So, the underlying cause for arthritis can vary however the commonly associated symptoms are: (more…)

Asthma occurs when you airways become inflamed and narrow. This inflammation can be triggered by various factors due to which there is increased mucus production and further narrowing of airways in the lung. Common symptoms associated with Asthma are: (more…)

Phosphorus is essential for the human body, it is in fact one of the most widely found mineral in the body. The mineral is present in huge quantities in bones and teeth. It is required for our growth, repair and maintenance. Phosphorus also helps the kidney in removing body waste. Almost all the food that we consume on a daily basis contains some amount of phosphorus in it. However like every other mineral, too much of phosphorus is not good for your health especially if you have kidney problems. It is the kidneys that regulate that level of phosphorus in your body. Once you have a kidney disease, the level of phosphorus might start increasing in your blood and soft tissue (because kidney is no longer able to discard the excess phosphorus out of the body). The increased phosphorus will eventually decrease the calcium levels which can lead to bone problems. (more…)

Many of us suffer from heartburn during meals. This happens due to acid reflux from the stomach which over time may lead to Oesophagitis. The condition is characterized by inflammation of Oesophagus which can lead to various symptoms over the years.

What are the symptoms?
The most common symptoms are:
1) Difficulty in swallowing (Dysphagia)/ Painful swallowing
2) Heartburn, which is characterized by pain in chest while eating (more…)