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Understanding Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)

Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) are a type of infection that develops in one’s urinary tract or system. Such an infection affects the bladder, urethra, and urinary tract. UTIs are more common in women than men. This happens because females have a shorter urinary tract (urethra) than males. So,

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WHAT IS THE RELATION BETWEEN INSULIN RESISTANCE AND PCOS?

PCOS is a condition which is very much common these days. It is an abbreviation for polycystic ovarian syndrome. Every 8 out 10 ladies are merely suffering from this condition. PCOS has become a great threat for every woman’s life as it majorly ruins the reproductive health if a woman suffers from

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HOW DOES BEETROOT JUICE HELPS IN THE CONTROL OF HYPERTENSION

Blood pressure can be understood as the pressure exerted by the flowing blood on the walls of the blood vessels, specifically arteries. Blood pressure is necessary as it helps in the movement of blood through the arteries and provides the tissues with oxygen. This pressure is produced majorly becaus

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What Should You Eat and Avoid While Fighting Malaria?

  When one thinks about monsoons, Malaria automatically comes to mind. It's a protozoal infection that wreaks havoc on the immune system. This is connected to the treatment of the sickness with potent antibiotics. Malaria is characterized by chills, fever, headache, diarrhea, vomiting

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4 Major Reasons Why You Must Immediately Quit Smoking

Smoking is a huge cause of death disease and disability in nearly every organ of the body. Research suggests that more than 40 million Indians are living with a disease caused by smoking. For every person who dies because of smoking, at least 30 people live with a serious smoking-related illness. Sm

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What to know about breast cancer

Breast cancer is the most frequent sort of cancer among Indian women.   Breast cancer arises when certain breast cells begin to grow abnormally. These cells grow at a quicker pace than healthy cells, clumping together to produce a lump or bulk. The cells are capable of spreading to ly

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What Causes Chronic Pain?

Overview   Everybody has aches and pains now and again. Intense pain is an essential nervous system response that functions to notify you of possible danger. When you suffer an injury, pain impulses run up your spinal cord and into your brain.   As the injury heals, the

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What is Cardiac Arrhythmia, Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Introduction:   The heart is the engine of our body. Everything in our body functions well because of the non-stop beating of this engine. But sometimes due to the environment we live in and the food we eat, we can get a bit tired and might not work as efficiently as we are supposed to

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DOWN SYNDROME (PART 2)

In the previous article, we read about what is down syndrome, it's possible causes and symptoms. This blog is an extension of the previous blog, in which the complications and treatment of down syndrome will be mentioned. WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATIONS A CHILD WITH DOWN SYNDROME CAN SUFFER FROM?&nb

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DOWN SYNDROME (PART 1)

Each and every individual on the earth have genes which are inherited to them from their parents, which they later on pass these genes to their offsprings. Genes can be understood as the units of heredity that determine certain attributes and characteristics in a person. Chromosomes are the car

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FIBROID: KNOW ABOUT THIS COMMON TUMOR IN FEMALES

Fibroids are the growth of muscle tissue in the uterus. They can range in number and size from a single growth to multiple growths, and from small to large. They often appear during Child-bearing years in women and usually regress after menopause. Fibroids are not associated with an increased ri

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WHY STAPLER CIRCUMCISION IS BETTER THAN THE STANDARD SURGERY?

Male circumcision is one of the most common surgeries performed by urologists. done as part of a ritual or to treat some ailment, Circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin, that is skin covering the tip of the penis. The procedure is typically done on newborns for personal or rel

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PCOS: Causes, Symptoms, Complications, Treatment

PCOS(Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)What is PCOS?PCOS is the abbreviation for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. It is a hormonal disorder in women during the reproductive age. The ovaries may develop numerous small collections of fluid (follicles) and fail to regularly release eggs- hence the word ‘polycy

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Pneumonia: Types, Stages, Symptoms, & Diagnosis

What is Pneumonia?Pneumonia is a Chronic disease that is caused in the respiratory system commonly in one or both lungs. It is caused by bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Infection caused by microbes directly affects the air sacs present in an individual’s lungs- alveoli. In most cases, alveoli get fi

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IS INJURY CAUSED BY VARICOCELE ON MALE FERTILITY REVERSIBLE?

Varicocele is one of the main causes of erectile dysfunction in males. A vast majority of males suffer from infertility because of this problem. Don’t worry since this injury can be reversed by medical and surgical procedures. Know more about this common male issue with me.  So, what

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CERVICAL CANCER: CAUSES, SYMPTOMS AND TREATMENTS

Cervix is the lower part of the uterus which connects to the vagina. Cancer which occurs in the cells of the cervix is known as cervical cancer.HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection and many of its variants are the causative factors of cervical cancer. This can be understood a

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Asthma: Symptoms, Causes, & Cure

What is Asthma?Asthma is a medical condition in which the air passage spread across your nostrils, lungs, and the respiratory system, narrows or swells due to the development of a new layer of allergy-prone skin, or production of excess mucus. Asthma causes difficulty in breathing, wheezing, and sho

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Abnormal Uterine Bleeding - how it may affect your Fertility? PART-2

As far, we have discussed the WHY and WHAT parts of AUB. Now, let's move on to the diagnosis and treatment part-the HOW part.What are the possible reasons behind it?   Hormonal Imbalance, being the commonest cause. It can be due to:                &n

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Breast Cancer: Symptoms, Causes & Cure Part II

Risk Factors Related to Breast CancerCertain risk factors that might increase the chances of your body developing this disease are:Being Female: If you are a female, you typically have a high risk of developing breast cancer. Age: As you age with time, the risk of developing breast cancer incre

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Breast Cancer: Symptoms, Causes, & Cure Part I

The breast is an organ that is located on the top of your upper chest muscles. There exist two breasts. Both the right and the left breasts contain ducts, glands, and tissue. In women, these glands produce milk to feed newborn children. What is Breast Cancer?When carcinogenic elements form in t

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IS ARTHRITIS- A DISEASE OF THE OLD?

Is that so? Maybe yes because people after reaching a certain age, suffer from this problem. Surely not, as it is a disease. Although your aging makes you prone to catch it, however, Arthritis is not an aging disorder. Perhaps, it’s one form called osteoarthritis that can be considered age

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Abnormal Uterine Bleeding - how it may affect your Fertility? part-1

Menses is a normal body process in a woman’s life. However, a problem arises when you skip your work, not socializing like skipping parties or other activities because of it and that should be resolved as earliest as possible. It is not a disease but a sign, that something is not right

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Antibiotic Resistance: Meaning, Causes, & Cure

What are Antibiotics?Antibiotics or antibacterial medications are medicines that are consumed to prevent bacterial diseases. They generally work by killing the bacteria, or by making it difficult to survive in the body. Sometimes, your body may be affected by a large number of bacteria, which t

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URINE LEAKS WHILE RUSHING TO THE TOILET part -2

Now, let's head to the Solution part.COMPLICATIONS -       Skin Problems -       Reoccurring urinary tract infections -   Impacts your personal life: Urinary incontinence can affect your social, work-related, and

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URINE LEAKS WHILE RUSHING TO THE TOILET part-1

  It is one of the most common problems affecting elderly people. It is a source of embarrassment in public gatherings. let me tell you one thing, it is not age-related. that means it is a problem that requires a solution. before heading to the solution, let’s understand this probl

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A Complete Guide to Endometriosis And How It Affects Your Health, Wellness & Happiness

Endometriosis- The term itself explains the medical disorder behind it. Endometriosis is a medical disorder where the uterus tissue starts growing outside the organ. These tissues can also be found in ovaries and fallopian tubes or the intestines. This is a painful disorder where the tissues thicken

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7 Signs of Underactive Thyroid

An underactive thyroid means that your thyroid is not working according to the body’s needs. The thyroid is an important endocrine organ of the body. It possesses a plethora of functions. Out of which, the most important one is, Regulating the body’s metabolism. The thyroid plays a crucial role

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5 Foods For Minimizing The Adverse Effects Of Kidney Stones

Diet is something that needs to be followed every day, for a better and more hygienic lifestyle. Apart from that, if you are affected by kidney stones, there are certain diets and food charts that need to be followed. To get rid of kidney stones at home, there are a few tips. Let us see some of the

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Kidney Stones: What are They, How to Prevent Them

What are Kidney Stones in Medical Terms? All of us would have heard about kidney stones, right but do we know the exact reason for their cause and how it can be prevented? No! Let us see about them in detail:Kidney stones also called renal calculi can range in size from a grain of sand to as bi

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Obesity And The Complications It Invites

Obesity is a condition in which there is a deposition of adipose tissue throughout the entire body which results in 20 percent more weight than the ideal body weight. It leads to unwanted diseases, disability and premature death of the individual.People with excess body have difficulty in performing

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Cystic fibrosis: An Overview

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a hereditary disease that lasts a lifetime. CF is derived from two words: cysts (fluid-filled membrane sacs that develop in the pancreas) and fibrosis (scarring). This condition is connected to the digestive system as well as other regions of the body. The respiratory

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Can Multiple Sclerosis Be Cured?

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a debilitating disease that affects the brain and spinal cord and is one of the chronic brain disorders. Multiple sclerosis is defined as a group of scars on the brain stem, spinal cord, and optic nerve. Autoimmunity causes a variety of nerve diseases. MS, on the other

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What Is Celiac Disease?

Gluten-sensitive enteropathy or celiac disease, or sometimes called “wheat allergy” is an autoimmune inflammatory disease of the small intestine. It is precipitated by the ingestion of gluten, a component of wheat protein-gliadin, in genetically susceptible persons. A defect in the enzyme

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Healthier Options To Control Epilepsy

Epilepsy is a chronic non-communicable disorder that involves the occurrence of tremors, seizures- jerking, and degeneration of neurons. The activity of neurons will be altered in epilepsy. Shakings are observed due to electrical activity in the brain. It is also termed as neurological dysfuncti

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Rarest Diseases You Never Thought Could Exist

Photo from Erie County Health DepartmentMost of us are familiar with chronic diseases such as heart diseases, stroke, type 2 diabetes, lung cancer, colorectal cancer, arthritis, osteoporosis, and depression. However, there are some peculiar rarely found diseases some of which are fatal to some exten

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Food, Diet And Heart Health

Heart failure has been a major cause of death in most societies. In India, due to industry and lifestyle changes over the past three to four decades, the incidence of cardiovascular disease has been on the rise. Therefore, it becomes a major cause of death, especially in older men.  The

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How To Stop Bruxism: Simple Tips and Tricks to Relieve Your Jaw

Bruxism is a condition in which the teeth grind against one another. It can result in tooth wear, headaches, and pain in various parts of the head and neck.It is caused by the person's stress level or habits like clenching or grinding their teeth during sleep. Stress-related bruxism can be worsened

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Trigeminal Neuralgia: What It Is and Treatment

Trigeminal neuralgiaNEURALGIA is a pain of severe stabbing or throbbing character in the several distributions of nerve. There are 7 types of neuralgias and the most common is the TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA.TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA is an unusual sudden, brief recurrent episode of pain in the distrib

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Dry Mouth: What is It and How to Deal With It?

We need saliva for multiple functions in our body. Saliva helps to moisten our oral cavity and the food we take and helps in breaking down the food particles, thus facilitating digestion. It also helps us to chew, taste, and swallow our food. Saliva is also necessary for cleansing our mouth, fi

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Gastritis: Cause, Symptoms, Treatment

Have you heard your parents or elders at home complain about their continuous burping, flatulence, and indigestion after almost every meal? The root cause of all this is a digestive problem caused by gastrointestinal disorders. Gastritis, being one of them, is being discussed here. Gastritis i

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An Insight into Diabetic Complications

The word diabetes mellitus is derived from Greek, this means diabetes (pass-through) mellitus (sugar) is an injurious threat to mankind. There are many treatment strategies available currently for diabetes. There are several disorders affect the metabolism of the human body. Some of the examples

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All You Need To Know About Gout and Uric Acid

Gout is a type of arthritis, a disease that is found to be accompanied by pain in the joints.   Science has found a way to improve this condition as well. Also, certain dietary and lifestyle changes are also responsible for lowering uric acid drastically. Luckily, we have been able t

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Artificial Kidney and Dialysis: Facts to Know

The human body consists of an incredible organ system with unthinkable capabilities. And like any running machinery which sometimes stumbles, the organs too can face difficulties to work at times. Medical science has developed many medical graded machines and apparatus over the years which helps hum

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I tested positive for COVID-19. What should I do next?

Positive testing for the virus that causes COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, might be life-changing. It is terrifying, but it's not always a cause to visit the hospital.   Your age, underlying health concerns, and availability to medical care are all factors that impact how you will be affected

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Fungal Infections: 10 Easy Home Remedies!

A fungus will affect almost everyone at some point in their lives. Poor cleanliness, humidity, and a warm environment can all lead to fungus infections. Fungal infections such as diaper rash, athlete's foot, jock itch, and oral thrush are also prevalent. Many of the fungi responsible for these d

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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT NUTRITIONAL ANAEMIA

WHAT IS NUTRITIONAL ANAEMIA? Nutritional anemia can be understood as a condition in which the erythrocytes or RBCs are unable to maintain the adequate hemoglobin levels in body, due to the insufficient supply of any nutrient which is essential in the production of the hemoglobin, therefore, re

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LIVING LIFE WITH ALZHEIMER'S

Alzheimer’s – the disease of old age. But this doesn’t seem to be true. As it is not an aging disorder. Though it is common among elderly people. Still, people at much younger age can be affected by the disease. So, what is exactly Alzheimer's? Alzheimer's is not only about forgetfulness. It i

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Hypothyroidism and Diet

Having Hypothyroidism in this modern lifestyle is not a big question. Thyroid disorders are the most common endocrine disorders in India, approx 42 million people in India are suffering from thyroid disorders.Hypothyroidism results in many changes in the body such as weight gain, depression, and fat

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THREE DISEASES THAT CAN AFFECT YOU IN YOUR 40S

There is a popular phrase, "life starts at forty".Having said that, this is also when the body starts to tire out, flagging the beginning of lifestyle & chronic diseases. With chaotic timetables, conflicting healthcare schedules, and unhealthy habits, the vast majority are troubled by quiet but

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Diabetes and Healthy Eating

What to Eat If You Have Diabetes:   When someone is diagnosed with diabetes, one of the first questions that come to mind is, "What can I eat now?" It doesn't have to be tough to make good dietary adjustments to help control your diabetes. And if you follow a few basic rules, you'll b

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Mucormycosis-What is it and its prevention

What is Mucormycosis?Mucormycosis or black fungal disease is a pathological condition that is caused by a group of fungal spores known as mucormycetes. It was also known as “Zygomycosis” which spreads by the fungal molds. This disease is not new and it is a pre-existing condition in the history

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8 Tips for Cancer prevention

8 Tips for Cancer prevention In recent times, the cancer risk among people of all age groups has generously increased. There is no specific food or routine which can prevent cancer, but a combination of different diets and routines can help you do so. All you need to do is inculcate these tips

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Everything you need to know about brain tumor

The brain controls and maintains the function of all organs. What if a tumor develops in this vital brain? Anxiety is natural to anyone. Not all brain tumors are cancerous. May be normal. Some tumors can be completely cured if detected as soon as possible. Awareness is enough.   What

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PCOS

Polycystic ovary disorder (PCOS)Polycystic ovary disorder (PCOS) is a very well-known type of endocrine issue among ladies of childbearing age. Its manifestations include:• ovarian growths• Unusual occasions• skin inflammation• balding• weight gain  You can deal with these things

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Diabetes and a Diet

WHAT IS DIABETES?Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as diabetes, is a chronic disorder of carbohydrate metabolism characterized hyperglycemia (large amounts of glucose in blood) and glycosuria (high glucose levels in urine). It is the result of inadequate insulin in human's body. Insulin a hormone em

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DIABETES MELLITUS AND MUCORMYCOSIS, IS THERE A RELEVANT LINK BETWEEN THE TWO?

                     Have your ears paid attention to the recent cases of black fungal disease aka mucormycosis? Is there a possible link between high blood sugar levels and fungal infection? The article below will hopefully clear your doubts.&n

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HERE'S WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IN CASE OF A STROKE

IntroductionStroke is a medically emergent condition that can be termed as a “Brain Attack”. It is an extremely serious and life-threatening condition. A stroke occurs when the blood supply to your brain is interrupted or decreased, forestalling brain tissue from getting oxygen and suppleme

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OSTEOPOROSIS: ARE YOU AT RISK? Part 2

Osteoporosis is a Silent Killer. Sometimes, it remains without symptoms. The result is frequent fractures and disability. It not only hamper day-to-day activities but limits a persons’ mobility.As we have already discussed in the previous article, certain risk factors make a person more prone to t

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Health tips for Heart Patients

Every day you wake up tired from your bed. You rush to get ready for your work. You get stressed. You do smoke everyday. You may miss lunch or take unhealthy brunch. You get angry on your colleagues. You work late hours. You start drinking at frequent parties. You sleep late. Is this your stressed l

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OSTEOPOROSIS: ARE YOU AT RISK? Part 1

OSTEOPOROSIS or simply we can say Soft bones. It is a Silent Killer. The patient remains symptomless unless and until met with a fracture. But as we all know, bones are the hardest part of the body. It makes up the skeleton, provides shape and structure. so, what is making them soft or brittle? What

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ARTHEROSCLEROSIS: A PREVENTABLE HEART CONDITION

IntroductionAtherosclerosis is a condition that causes the narrowing of the arteries of the heart. This means that your heart would not have enough blood supply to function properly. Thus leading to strokes and heart attacks.Atherosclerosis makes plaque develop in your arteries. Those are the tubes

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Living life with parkinson's

A healthy life is what everyone thrives for. For living a healthy life, everyone needs to fit physically as well as mentally. Feeling better mentally and positive attitude is aspects of a healthy lifestyle.Living life with chronic disease is hard which also leads to irritation, depression, and menta

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What is Rheumatoid Arthritis and what are its symptoms

Arthritis is a chronic multisystem disease, mainly affecting the joints. It is not a single disease that has its own pathogenesis but it is a combination of diseases that manifests in the joints of the body. There are various types of joints in our body which can get inflamed and get prone to arthri

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Festivities and Diabetes

India is known for its diverse population and is considered to be a HUB of different cultures and heritage. While speaking of the diversity in population, there are a lot of festivals to celebrate by different people based on their beliefs. Enjoy! Fun! Happiness! are the words that immediately strik

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Stress Management and Diabetes

Today, stress is one of the major factors that affects both mental and physical health of a person. Unfortunately, modern lifestyle, work and eating habits are adding to it. Stress leads to secretion of stress hormones which prepares body for fight or flight response. These stress hormones have nega

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Daily routine for diabetes

DAILY ROUTINE FOR DIABETES    Diabetes is not a deadly disease when given adequate care. Care should be given regarding food, activities and medicines. Here is the daily routine to enjoy life with diabetes. TYPE 2 DIABETES   Diabetes is a medical condition whe

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Pistachios are good if you are diabetic

Eating a few pistachios (preferring those without salt) every day they gain health benefits against the onset of diabetes.A recent study by the International Congress of Nutrition in Granada (Spain) reveals that pistachios are good allies to counteract the onset of diabetes.Researcher

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The best Multivitamins for Diabetes

Diabetes is a condition in which your body cannot effectively use glucose for energy, and thus excess glucose stays in the blood, leading to high-blood sugar, or hyperglycaemia. Diabetics are twice as likely to develop heart disease as those who aren’t diabeticMost type-2 diabetics follow a weight

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How Alcohol consumption & smoking affects Diabetes

Alcohol and cigarettes are harmful on its own and have a long list of illnesses and conditions related to it. To make matter worse; people with diabetes already have a greater risk of developing health problems like heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, nerve damage, foot problems, and many others.

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Reason to avoid sugar

There’s nothing sweet about what too much sugar does to your diet and your healthSugar has been related to weight problems, kind 2 diabetes, heart sickness, more chances of cancers, pimples, wrinkles and different signs and symptoms of multiplied growing older. However, did you know that sugar is

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