Category: Healthcare

In the last month, a few states of the nation, specifically Kerala and Odisha, witnessed the Nipah virus outbreak. However, later in the month, the cases have shown recovery. It has been observed that the virus can potentially cause severe respiratory and neurological issues. Therefore, the WHO (World Health Organization) has flagged the Nipah virus […]

Our kidneys play a crucial role in our overall health and well-being. The formation of stones in the kidney can be fatal.  Kidney stones in our urinary tract can be formed in several ways.  If not absorbed, calcium can form a stone by combining with chemicals, such as oxalate or phosphorous. Build-up of uric acid […]

Yoga, with its many health benefits, can help lower the high blood sugar levels. Certain yoga asana has incredible benefits for diabetics. With our lifestyles becoming more sedentary, we often move less and eat whatever is easily available. Our busy lifestyle is majorly contributing to the increase in diabetes. In addition to the conventional treatments, […]

September 21 every year is observed as World Alzheimer’s Day to raise awareness about this disease that can happen to anyone.  Alzheimer’s disease (AD) affects roughly 24 million people globally. One in 10 people older than 65 years and nearly a third of people older than 85 years may suffer from this condition. Table of […]

As per latest news reports the incidences of dengue are on a rise across several parts of India. The Southwest Monsoon in southern India has led to a spike in dengue cases. The dengue fever is a life-threatening disease if not treated on time, it may weaken a person’s immunity and cause irreparable damage to health […]

Omega-3 fatty acids support our heart health and benefit our overall health. Table of Content What is Omega-3 Fatty acid? What role do omega-3 fatty acids have in our health? Food sources of omega-3 fatty acids Seven Reasons why Omega-3 is Important What is omega-3 Fatty acid? Omega-3 is one of the essential nutrients our […]

Dietary deficiencies, particularly iron, B12, and folate deficiency, contribute to anemia. It is a health condition that can cause chronic health complications affecting our overall well-being.  As per recent news reports, anemia is one of the major health concerns that our country is presently facing.  The main factors contributing to anemia in India are likely to […]

Cardiovascular diseases are becoming a global health concern, leading to 17.9 million deaths each year worldwide*. Cardiovascular diseases refer to disorders relating to heart and blood vessels. The primary factor causing such disorder is high levels of cholesterol. With high cholesterol, one can develop fatty deposits in the blood vessels. Eventually, this makes it difficult […]

Keeping ourselves fit and our bodies healthy can help us live longer and without diseases. However, a healthy body is a combined outcome of physical exercise and nutritious food.  Muscle-building foods can play a vital role in eliminating fat from the body and gaining lean muscles that improve our overall appearance and fitness. Soybean: Soybeans are […]

September 2 every year is observed as World Coconut Day. It was first celebrated in 2009 by the Asian Pacific Coconut Community (APCC), headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia. This day is dedicated to highlighting the importance of Coconut as the healthiest fruit on the planet.  Coconut is a fleshy fruit grown in tropical regions and produced in over 80 […]