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HealthMay 16, 2024

All About Triglycerides

Triglycerides are a type of fat, serving as a primary storage form for fats and a vital energy source in our diets. These triglycerides are present in various foods we consume, such as meat, dairy products, and cooking oils. During the digestion process, triglycerides are absorbed within the intestines and

HealthOctober 2, 2023

ALL ABOUT PEPTIC ULCER

Peptic ulcer is characterized by open sore/sores in the lower esophagus, stomach, or duodenum. It may be single or multiple, acute or chronic, and superficial or deep. Elevated gastric acid secretion or reduced degree of protection make it susceptible to the development of peptic ulcers. There are two types of

Diet, Diet plan, Health, Healthy GutJune 6, 2023

DASH diet to manage Hypertension

The DASH (dietary approaches to stop hypertension) diet is a dietary plan designed to reduce high blood pressure and improve overall cardiovascular health. The DASH diet emphasizes eating foods rich in fiber and low in saturated fat and salt. It aims to increase potassium, magnesium, calcium and fiber, while decreasing

Diet, Health, Medical NutritionMay 15, 2023

Understanding Hypertension

When blood pressure is consistently higher than the normal levels, it’s defined as hypertension. Generally, with various activities we perform, there may be some fluctuations in the blood pressure values. However, in hypertension the increase may be seen significantly and continuously, associated with certain symptoms. Before reading further about hypertension,

Diet, Food, HealthFebruary 13, 2023

Water – The Elixir of Life

Ever wondered how something as simple as sipping water can give us huge returns in the long run? This article will help you understand the role of water in regulating metabolism and how you can easily find ways to keep yourself hydrated and healthy! Let us first start by understanding

Diet, Health, Healthy GutJanuary 25, 2023

Top 5 Dietary Strategies that can relieve you from Constipation

Constipation is a common digestive disorder that affects millions of people worldwide and reduces the quality of life. It is characterized by having less than three bowel movements a week, hard dry stools that are difficult to pass or feeling bloated and uncomfortable. Constipation can range from mild to severe

HealthJanuary 12, 2023

Understanding Insulin Resistance

With India being referred to as the ‘Diabetes Capital of the World,’ there is an increasing need to understand how insulin resistance plays a major role in the onset and progression of Diabetes Mellitus. What is insulin resistance? In order to understand what insulin resistance is, we need to first

Health, Healthy Gut, Pre and ProbioticsNovember 29, 2022

5 natural sources of prebiotics and why we need them

Prebiotics, not to be mistaken from ‘Probiotics’, are a form of dietary-fibre that promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria. These plant-based dietary-fibre provide a great food source for the healthy bacteria in the gut. Incorporating Prebiotics in a diet is crucial to one’s health as it not only helps

Health, Medical NutritionNovember 12, 2022

Elevated C-Reactive Protein(CRP) Levels – Symptoms, Causes & Nutritional Interventions

Getting regular blood tests done plays a crucial role in understanding the overall health status and to diagnose any underlying medical condition or nutrient deficiencies. One of the tests that needs to be monitored regularly is the C-Reactive Protein(CRP) levels. What is CRP? C-Reactive Protein is a kind of protein

Diet, Health, Medical NutritionSeptember 28, 2022

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Nutrition – Is there a link?

Rheumatoid Arthritis is an autoimmune and inflammatory disease that can strike anyone at any age. It means that, unlike Osteoarthritis, where the joints are worn down naturally over time, Rheumatoid Arthritis is a disease where one’s own immune system tends to attack the healthy cells in the joints causing tissue