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Things to Keep in Mind while Pregnant
Pregnancy is a state that demands careful attention to maternal and fetal health. Proper prenatal care, balanced nutrition, and avoidance of harmful substances are essential to support fetal development and reduce pregnancy-related complications. Monitoring for conditions such as gestational diabetes, hypertension, and infections is crucial for optimal outcomes. Additionally, lifestyle modifications, including adequate rest, regular…
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Understanding Muscle Spasm: Treatment and Causes
What you’re experiencing might be a muscle spasm or cramp. A muscle spasm is a sudden, involuntary, and often painful contraction of one or more muscles that cannot be immediately relaxed [1]. This involuntary tightening is the body’s natural response to various triggers, including muscle fatigue, dehydration, nerve irritation, or underlying medical conditions [2]. While…
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Winter Breathing Difficulties and Ways to Alleviate Them
The winter months can be a wonderful time of year, with many people enjoying the festive season and ringing in the New Year with family and friends. For others, however, the colder weather can cause apprehension and stress as they face new or worsening breathing problems. When the temperature drops, the air often becomes drier,…
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How Period Flu Can Impact Your Professional and Personal Life
Period flu refers to flu-like symptoms some women experience before menstruation. While not a medically recognised condition, it is often linked to Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS), a common condition that affects many women of reproductive age [4]. What Is Period Flu? The phrase ‘period flu’ is not a medically recognised condition. It is a colloquial term…
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Chikungunya Diet: 10 Supportive Foods for Recovery
Recovering from Chikungunya? Nutrient intake can make a big difference in supporting your body’s healing process. These 10 foods may help reduce inflammation, support immune function, and provide the necessary energy for recovery [1]. Understanding Chikungunya Chikungunya is a viral illness that commonly spreads in India, often during and after the monsoon season. It is…
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10 AIDS Myths Debunked: Facts on HIV and Prevention
The spread of accurate health information is crucial for disease prevention and reducing stigma. As a physician and wellness expert, I recognize that misinformation about Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) persists, fueling fear and delaying diagnosis. This post addresses and debunks the top ten most common misconceptions about HIV and AIDS,…
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Premature Greying of Hair: Causes, Characteristics, and Management
What is Premature Greying of Hair? Premature greying of hair (PHG), medically known as Canities or Achromotrichia, is the loss of natural hair pigment (melanin) at an unusually early age. This process occurs because pigment cells (melanocytes) in the hair follicles produce melanin, which gives hair its colour. When these melanocytes quit producing melanin, the…
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Diet Chart For Diabetic Patients: A Sample Indian Meal Plan
Diabetes, often characterized by symptoms like polyuria (frequent urination), polydipsia (increased thirst), and unexplained weight changes, is a chronic metabolic condition where the body has high blood glucose levels, either because of insufficient insulin production (Type 1) or because the body’s cells do not respond properly to insulin (Type 2) [1]. In India, the prevalence…
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10 Best Exercises for People with Diabetes
Taking care of diabetes is not only about diet and medicine, it’s also about being physically active. Routine exercise is essential for keeping blood glucose levels in check, increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin, and overall feeling better [1]. Getting the proper exercise for diabetes can enable you to manage your disease better and reduce…
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Diagnosing Diabetes: Understanding the Common Blood Sugar Tests
When managing or diagnosing diabetes, accurate testing is paramount. Blood sugar tests are the primary tools healthcare providers use to check if a person has diabetes or prediabetes and to monitor how well the condition is being managed. 4 Key Diagnostic Tests for Diabetes and Prediabetes 1. Fasting Plasma Glucose Test (FPG, formerly FBS) The…
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