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Missing your medicine dosage: should you be concerned or not?
Introduction Taking the correct dosage of medicine at the right time is very important. Taking the medication on time is of utmost importance whether one is suffering from an acute infection or chronic diseases like hypertension or diabetes, as it is the reason for treatment success. But we are humans. We tend to forget. However,…
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Probiotics and Prebiotics: Your Guide to a Healthy Gut
What are Probiotics & Prebiotics? Probiotics- Probiotics are supplements which contain live microorganisms. They are gut-friendly and are efficient if consumed in requisite amounts. Prebiotics- Prebiotics, as the name suggests, are food for organisms already present inside the gut. Prebiotics has become increasingly popular than before. What do probiotics do to your gut & health?…
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Top 10 Supplements for Better Health & Wellness
Staying healthy in today’s busy life can be challenging, and that’s where supplements can help. They provide essential nutrients that your body may not get enough of through food alone. From boosting your immunity to improving energy and bone health, the right supplements can support your overall well-being. In this blog, we’ll explore the top…
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What to Know Before Taking a Substitute Medicine: 3 Key Things to Consider
Substitute or generic medicines are safe, effective, and often significantly cheaper alternatives to brand-name drugs. They contain the same active ingredients and deliver the same therapeutic results. However, before switching to a substitute medicine, it’s essential to understand how it works, why it costs less, and what to consider to ensure your treatment remains effective…
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Understanding The Basics of Oral Hygiene
According to FDI’s definition of oral health says, “Oral health involves the ability to speak, smile, smell, taste, touch, chew, swallow, and show emotions through various facial expressions with confidence and without pain, discomfort, or disease of the craniofacial complex (head, face, and oral cavity).” Oral hygiene refers to how the mouth appears and feels.…
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Achilles Tendonitis Exercises
Achilles tendonitis or Achilles tendinitis is a disorder or injury in which tendon damage happens during excessive physical activity. Key symptoms include tightness, discomfort, pain in the tendon area, and limited mobility. Some other conditions affect the tendon area as Achilles tendinosis (microtears in the tendon) and Achilles tendon rupture (partial or complete). These conditions…
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Essential Dental Care Tips from Dentists
What dental care means? Dental care refers specifically to the cleaning and maintenance of teeth, gums, and dentures to ensure oral hygiene and prevent dental issues. It involves regular brushing, flossing, and professional check-ups. Broader oral care, however, extends beyond dental hygiene to include guidance on feeding, swallowing, and even speech training. Together, these practices…
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Psoriasis: 7 common triggers and how to avoid them
Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin disorder that entirely depends on your genetic build-up. In this condition, the immune cells in the blood mistakenly recognize newly produced skin cells as foreign invaders and attack them. This can cause the overproduction of new patches of skin cells below your skin. Psoriasis symptoms include elevated scaling papules and…
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Top 10 Scientifically Proven Foods for Better Sleep
Sleep is an essential activity required by our body to maintain immune health, restore energy, and consolidate memory. Achieving good sleep quality and duration of at least 7–9 hours a day is necessary for overall health and well-being. Foods rich in melatonin, tryptophan, magnesium, Zinc, vitamin B, polyphenols, and calcium are reported to be the…
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The Painful State of Medicines and Prescriptions in India
Medicines or painkillers are like double-edged weapons that protect and destroy depending on their use or misuse. The two most important things in using a prescribed medication or a painkiller are its correct dosage and timing to get the best-desired result. Most common painkillers such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen are available without prescription to…
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