Tag: Infection

Why frequent business travel is bad for you

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If you’re travelling for business two weeks or more a month, you are more likely to have trouble sleeping than those who travel one to six nights monthly. According to the latest study, frequent business travellers even report symptoms of anxiety and depression and are more likely to smoke. The research has been conducted by researchers at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health and City University of New York. Among those who consume alcohol, extensive business travel is associated with symptoms of alcohol dependence. Poor behavioral and mental health…

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EIGHT NATURAL WAYS TO GET RID OF GAS & BLOATING

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Put an End to Awkward Situations with these Effective Gas Relieving Remedies It is no coincidence that both Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, two of the oldest healing practices in the world, both agree that “The Key to your Overall Health lies in your Digestive System”. Both these forerunners of contemporary medicine unanimously agree that the link between a person’s digestive health and their overall well-being is profound. Addressing the Foul Smelling Elephant in the Room And, today’s article is all about an issue that is natural yet highly embarrassing.…

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Vitamin D Could Help Ensure Early Recovery from Burn Injuries: 5 High Vitamin D Foods You Must Have

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According to the study, Vitamin D has antibacterial actions, which can help combat infection and thereby aid in wound healing of burn patients. Here’s another reason to soak up on the sunshine vitamin. Vitamin D for the longest time has been associated in strengthening bones in addition to ensuring  smooth functioning of various body functions . According to a latest study, intake of Vitamin D may speed up the healing process for people suffering from burns. The findings suggest that vitamin D supplementation may be a simple and cost-effective treatment…

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World Antibiotic Awareness Week: How over-the-counter antibiotics can threaten your health

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On World Antibiotic Awareness Week, learn how excess use of antibiotics can cause resistance which can make even common infections incurable. With the growth of antibiotic resistance complicating treatments for several diseases in India, we might reach a stage where common infections become incurable. Antibiotic resistance is a global threat to health and is part of a bigger problem called antimicrobial resistance (AMR). AMR refers to the ability of a microorganism (like bacteria, viruses, and some parasites) to stop an antimicrobial (such as antibiotics and antivirals) from working against it.…

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Try Tulsi leaves and Honey to prevent Cough

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Chew few tulsi leaves with a teaspoon of honey every day on an empty stomach to prevent cough. By: Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti   Winters have set in and most of us have already started to take out all the blankets and sweaters to fight cold. But one thing that most people are scared of during winters is cough. So rather than taking medications and rolling up your sleeves after you get cough and cold, why not be prepared beforehand. And what’s best than trying natural remedies, which are safe, effective and easily available to prevent…

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The dangers of cleaning agents

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By: KANIZA GARARI Ever wondered what your household cleaning liquid is doing to your health?  Women, who are homemakers, are found to suffer from the problem more commonly. While your house becomes cleaner with each rub, your body suffers — household cleaning liquids or agents are linked to respiratory problems such as bronchial asthma and allergic rhinitis (which includes running nose and nasal block) due to the acidic fumes they release upon evaporation. No wonder then that the increased use of these liquids for cleaning bathrooms, floors as well as the…

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World Arthritis Day 2017: Arthritis Cases Go Up in India, Keep These Ayurveda Remedies Handy

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Triphala churna is great for tackling arthritis. Arthritis is an age-related, bone-degenerative ailment wherein the protective tissue on top of the joints gets damaged. The causes of arthritis can vary from age-related wear and tear to chronic infection, severe injury or lack of any nutrient. A recent survey suggests arthritis on sharp rise in India. According to reports, over 180 million people suffer from arthritis in India. The survey pointed out at the elevated rate of Erthrocyte Sedimentation (a marker of inflammation in blood) at 52.07% and Rheumatoid Factor (at…

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‘World running out of antibiotics, pathogens getting resistant,’ WHO warns

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Besides TB, the WHO has also identified 12 classes of priority pathogens — including common infections like pneumonia or urinary tract infections — that are increasingly resistant to existing antibiotics and urgently in need of new treatments. Antibiotics that are currently in clinical development are insufficient to combat the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance, a World Health Organisation (WHO) report said. Most of the drugs currently in the clinical phase are modifications of existing classes of antibiotics and are only short-term solutions, WHO said. There are, however, very few potential…

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MEDICINAL USES OF KAALI MIRCH (BLACK PEPPER)

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The king of all spices- kaali mirch or black pepper has more benefits than we probably know. Black pepper finds its uses in various arenas starting from ancient Ayurvedic medicine to commonplace food seasoning. These aromatic tiny little seeds are a store house of health and medicinal benefits for the whole family. Here Are A Few Goodness Of Black Pepper That Forms A Part Of Every Household. ⚫ IMPROVES DIGESTION ▪ Black pepper or pepper nigrum is known to stimulate your sense organs mostly the taste buds. ▪ This stimulates our…

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Your clothes can spike chances of urinary tract infection

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Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), in particular, increases in incidence during this time and women, more than men, are prone to it. What’s more trendy, figure hugging jeans and other tight clothing further increases chances of UTI. Rain and humidity make for a perfect breeding ground for bacterial growth, leading to infection. Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), in particular, increases in incidence during this time and women, more than men, are prone to it. What’s more trendy, figure hugging jeans and other tight clothing further increases chances of UTI. Doctors say that…

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