Health Tips

5 health benefits of anthocyanins

All naturally purple-colored foods contain a certain antioxidant called anthocyanin. These are beneficial plant pigments that give fruit and vegetable...

Do you binge-watch your favorite shows?

A study suggests that too much binge-watching may raise the risk of life-threatening blood clots in the legs or lungs by 35%. Read the article to le...

Did you know?

Insufficient physical activity is the leading risk factor of cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes. Being physically active is not only exercise b...

What is runner's knee?

Runner's knee occurs when cartilage in the kneecap is irritated, causing mild to moderate pain when running. With this condition, your knees hurt when...

Is your breakfast plate mostly filled with carb-filled foods?

Is your breakfast plate mostly filled with carb-filled foods like toast, pastries, muffins, bagels, or sugary cereals? This may cause a surge in blood...

7 ways to live better with hypothyroidism

Are you diagnosed with hypothyroidism? There's a lot you can do to live a better life along with medical treatment. Here are a few lifestyle changes y...

75% of vision loss cases are preventable

Lack of awareness about eye conditions and poor access to treatment are major hindrances to those with visual impairment. Sadly this can be the leadin...

Memory lapses - what's normal and what's not?

With age comes the increasing likelihood of developing memory loss. Simple forgetfulness like forgetting where you left your keys or phone is normal, ...

Is it a heart attack?

Symptoms of a heart attack vary. Some people have mild symptoms. Others have severe symptoms. Some people have no symptoms. Get help right away if you...

How can you tell if you have a concussion?

A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that affects your brain function. Effects are usually temporary. After a bump on the head, look for signs suc...

When should you start regular screening for cervical cancer?

Screening for cervical cancer depends on how old you are and which screening tests you get done. Consult your gynaecologist for more details, the gene...

What causes antibiotic resistance?

Antibiotic resistance is when bacteria change in a way that reduces the effectiveness of drugs made to cure them. Always take medications as prescribe...

Snack on hazelnuts

The high manganese content of hazelnuts plays an important role in enzyme activation for carbohydrate, amino acid, and cholesterol metabolism. The min...

Do your knees hurt during long car rides?

Meet our specialists to know how to best manage this condition. Medicinal treatment and physiotherapy helps lessen the symptoms of arthritis to a larg...

How to perform a breast self check?

Regular examination of your breasts on your own can help detect breast cancer early when it

Premature greying could indicate thyroid problem

Thyroid imbalance could sometimes have an impact on the production of color within the hair follicles. Premature graying when accompanied by other sym...

Feel stressed out?

Chronic stress is linked to increased inflammation in the body. This is the underlying cause of diseases like heart disease, diabetes, autoimmune diso...

Poor menstrual hygiene can prove harmful

The Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), the leading risk factor for cervical cancer, can be transferred through unsanitary menstruation practices. It is crit...

Uncontrolled diabetes can harm your heart

Diabetic patients have a distinct pattern of plaque formation in their arteries than non-diabetics and are at a higher risk of thrombosis. They also h...

Symptoms of Congenital Heart Defect

Congenital heart disease (CHD) is one of the most frequently diagnosed congenital disorders affecting approximately 0.8% to 1.2% of live births worldw...