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Why gluten-free diets are not always good for health, contrary to popular opinion
January 4, 2023 17:13 IST
A physician consultation will tell you if you have Celiac Disease or gluten intolerance. In 99 per cent of people, who do not have these problems, prescribing gluten-free diets for some obscure health reason is incorrect, may be harmful to health, and clearly will weigh heavily on pockets, says Dr Anoop Misra, Chairman, Fortis CDOC Hospital for Diabetes and Allied Sciences
What is blunt chest trauma that Avengers star Jeremy Renner is suffering from?
January 3, 2023 18:17 IST
‘There are usually no signs or symptoms but some people can experience bruising, pain or soreness for a long time due to which the diagnosis for blunt chest trauma is often delayed. There is a need for immediate X-Ray or CT scans to check for internal injuries and select a conclusive form of treatment,’ says Dr Akhilesh Yadav, Orthopaedics and Joint Replacement, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali
Avoid panic on Omicron sub-variant XBB 1.5, focus more on genome sequencing: Top experts
January 4, 2023 06:04 IST
'Infection with BA.5 seems to give some protection against infection with XBB. There is not much difference with severe disease, so we can expect a fair number of infections. Severe disease will continue in known risk groups,' says virologist Dr Gagandeep Kang
‘It took me 65 days to recover from my third bout of COVID-19. Why am I getting the virus in every wave?’ asks survivor
January 3, 2023 14:14 IST
Each individual is different. ‘Some develop long-standing antibodies that can counter the virus, some do not. Changed strains may not be covered by antibodies already formed. That, however, doesn’t mean that such people cannot control the infection once they get it,’ says Dr Nikhil Modi, Consultant, Pulmonology and Respiratory Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital
Why you should not give up cholesterol-lowering drugs or statins after a heart attack and have them for a lifetime
January 3, 2023 13:25 IST
Only statins can keep LDL cholesterol levels in check and prevent repeat episodes, advises Dr TS Kler, Chairman, Fortis Heart and Vascular Institute, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram
How do you deal with school admissions anxiety
January 2, 2023 15:25 IST
Part of the journey of parenting is to recognise that while there’s a lot that we can control, there are also many things to do with our child’s life that we will not be able to. As long as you do the best that you can, remember that school admission is simply one more step in the child’s journey, says Dr Samir Parikh, Director, Fortis Mental Health Programme
How vitamin D deficiency can pose a risk to heart health
January 2, 2023 12:30 IST
Vitamin D has anti-inflammatory properties which can directly help in maintaining blood pressure and ultimately reducing the risk of cardio-vascular diseases caused by its deficiency, says Dr Bimal Chhajer, cardiologist, former consultant at AIIMS and founder of SAAOL Heart Institute
How does cabbage help in weight loss and building immunity
January 2, 2023 07:38 IST
As it is rich in fibre and water content, it prevents constipation and maintains a healthy gut, which in turn means no toxin pileup that drags your metabolism down and decelerates calorie pile-up, says Dr Subhash S Markande, Consulting Ayurveda Physician, CGH Earth
How this trans woman battled social taboos and the stigma of HIV to become a crusader for the cause
January 2, 2023 18:09 IST
Sanjana Tiwari, who was forced into the sex trade because of poverty, is now an autorickshaw driver and economically independent. As a volunteer activist, she is now educating trans people about AIDS and safe sex
This 10-minute workout works for every age in losing weight and stay fighting fit
January 1, 2023 18:58 IST
In these 10 minutes, you would have circulated, breathed and oxygenated well. Towards the end, you would have composed and rested yourself well and your whole body would have charged up with hormones like serotonin, dopamine and endorphin, which bring joy and happiness, says holistic health expert, Dr Mickey Mehta
Partied hard? This yoga practice helps you detoxify and cleanse your system
December 31, 2022 15:07 IST
Dhauti helps in treating depression, anxiety, stress besides constipation, acidity and is an incomparable way of washing the digestive system from the stomach to the mouth, says yoga guru Kamini Bobde
How Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) can keep your diabetes in check
December 31, 2022 12:28 IST
Researchers could classify Type 2 diabetes, prediabetes and people without impaired glucose tolerance with just 12 hours of glucose profile data
What are wellness trends for 2023? Healing holidays, preventive healthcare, naturopathy
December 31, 2022 09:05 IST
The Kerala Ayurveda protocol has been accepted the world over for its immense benefits and the methodology of treatments. The Panchakarma treatment course that involves 21 days has helped people turn their lives around. Through sharing personal experiences, medical papers and case studies, a large section of modern society is turning to a long-term goal of sustaining good health on their own, says Dr Subhash S Markande, Senior Ayurveda doctor at CGH Earth Wellness
Do not fear PCOS. With a little help from your gynaec, you can deal with it and beat back infertility
December 30, 2022 14:00 IST
There is no cure but there are many ways to decrease or eliminate PCOS symptoms and make you feel better, says Dr Anuradha Kapur, Senior Director and Head of Unit (Institute of Obstetrics and Gynaecology), Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi
‘Covid-19 virus is getting faster and stronger in its ability to infect. However, it is less severe in its lethality’
December 30, 2022 12:15 IST
Research on the BF.7 variant is still in the works. Based on previous data, it can be estimated that the efficacy of current vaccines against the new variants has declined in varying degrees, says Dr Rajesh Parikh, Hon. Director, Medical Research, Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, and author of two national bestsellers on COVID-19 and Vaccination
Can black coffee keep Type 2 diabetes risk at bay among women with gestational diabetes?
December 29, 2022 21:34 IST
A study says so but Dr V Mohan, Chairman of Dr Mohan’s Diabetes Specialities Centre, Chennai, says it may not work among Indians who rarely have it black but commonly with milk and sugar. Besides, Indians pair coffee with other foods, confounding the real dietary worth of the brew
How can I get rid of my hangover? What’s my safe limit for alcohol? Can diabetics drink?
December 29, 2022 16:40 IST
It’s party season and you are in an indulgent spirit. Dr Akash Shukla, Director and Consultant, Hepatology, Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, answers FAQs and guides you on safe drinking behaviour
What are the 10 mistakes Indians make in their weight loss journey? How to correct diet and exercise routines?
December 30, 2022 17:22 IST
Weight loss and its management, the most trending topic on search engines, should be an extremely customised, disciplined and maintainable routine. It should factor in the person’s lifestyle, their health condition, disease burden and most importantly, body capacity, says Dr Rommel Tickoo, Director, Internal Medicine, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket
Why you need to bust these myths around Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
December 28, 2022 18:00 IST
If you have comorbidities, go for an annual kidney function test (KFT) to be sure, says Dr Anuja Porwal, Additional Director and Head, Nephrology and Kidney Transplant, Fortis Hospital Noida
Ex-WHO Chief Scientist: Third dose of original COVID-19 vaccine is still good against severe disease, death. Watch out for variants of concernSubscriber Only
December 29, 2022 07:30 IST
Former WHO chief scientist Soumya Swaminathan talks about COVID-19 gradually settling down to being an endemic, the prospects of nasal vaccine in stimulating mucosal immunity and preventing infection and whether Indians need a fourth vaccine
Can intermittent fasting and weight loss lead to diabetes remission?
December 28, 2022 12:00 IST
A new study says so. ‘Weight-loss is the key when it comes to diabetes remission – whether it is achieved by a calorie-restricted diet, intermittent fasting, or with the help of medicines,’ says Dr Anoop Misra, Chairman, Fortis CDOC Hospital for Diabetes and Allied Sciences
Are people with diabetes more likely to have osteoporosis, bone fractures?
December 28, 2022 07:37 IST
People with uncontrolled, long-standing diabetes have poor quality bones, which fracture easily. They have lower muscle mass, which indirectly impacts their bone strength, and also makes them more prone to falling and breaking a bone, explains Dr Ambrish Mithal, Chairman and Head, Endocrinology and Diabetes, Max Healthcare
Why do we all catch the cold and flu in winter? Study explains how it’s all in the nose
December 27, 2022 22:28 IST
A study by Harvard Medical School shows that cold temperatures lead to a decline in the immune response in cells lining the nasal cavity to viruses. That’s why we are more susceptible to upper respiratory infections this season
COVID-19 vaccine booster shot: Here’s all you need to know about Bharat Biotech’s intranasal vaccine
December 27, 2022 12:11 IST
It is a good option because not only does it form neutralising antibodies but mucosal IGA antibodies and a T-cell response as well. It helps to prevent infection, disease and transmission, say experts
What’s the difference between cardiac arrest and a heart attack? Know the symptoms
May 24, 2023 15:02 IST
Patients with cardiac disease and coronary artery disease should seek medical help early and prevent problems before they occur, with lifestyle modification (less stress, healthy eating, regular exercise) and medication, says Dr M M Yusuf, Senior Consultant, Cardiology, Apollo Hospitals, Chennai
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