There is a general perception that Ayurvedic treatments are for rejuvenation, or ‘to get refreshed’. And not for treatments like knee replacement. However, in my recent visit to an Ayurveda hospital, I discovered that ayurvedic treatments heal several diseases. Many patients, who were rejected by the mainstream doctors, found successful recovery through ayurvedic treatments for
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EMS technology for complete health and fitness
To remain fit and healthy one needs to exercise regularly and maintain a healthy diet and in addition use gadgets like EMS technology. In India, 90% of the population do not follow any health and fitness regime or a healthy diet, although, we are aware of the benefits of exercise and diet. But we are
Read moreDengue symptoms and ways to prevent it
[featured_post limit=”10″] Dengue is one disease that afflicts the rich and the famous also. Which means that the cause of the disease is not just maintaining cleanliness in our homes or stay in a plush area. Then how can we prevent dengue? Dengue is spread by the bite of the female Aedes aegypti mosquito. When the mosquito
Read moreWhat is the behavioural approach used in ADHD? (ADHD Part -IV)
What is the behavioural approach used for treating ADHD? The behavioural approach, for instance, is to increase the attention span of the child. In mild to moderate only behavioural management is needed. It could be in the form of a game, depending on the age of the child. Depending upon the developmental level of the child
Read moreHow ADHD is diagnosed?(ADHD Part -III)
How is ADHD diagnosed? On a simple physical examination, you will not find anything abnormal. MRI or CT scan will not show any abnormality. If you do a functional brain imaging you may find that these circuits are dysfunctional. [third] A simple physical examination will not reveal anything abnormal.[/third] Usually, we do not diagnose ADHD
Read moreWhat is ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)? (ADHD Part -II)
What is ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)? Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder. Some say that there is no such disorder, which is incorrect. It is a worldwide accepted condition. It is a brain development disorder occurring in about 5 to 7 percent children. [third]It is a brain development disorder occurring in about
Read moreIs Medication for ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) child necessary? (ADHD Part -I)
Do you know ADHD occurs in about 5% to 7% children? If a child behaves a little different from others, then teachers recommend them to be taken to the psychiatric counsellors. The counsellor might diagonise the disorder as ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). There are many concerns among parents: Whether we should take the child
Read moreIndian diet 50% short of high-quality Protein
After food shortage in India was resolved by the green revolution, nutrition experts in India found that the Indian diet was inadequate in the intake of good quality protein. According to experts, the diet should be balanced including carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Protein is an essential component for every stage of life. During pregnancy, the
Read more3 New year resolutions for people with arthritis
Every year we take new year resolution to give up a bad habit or to begin a good one. This years theme for World Arthritis Day on October 12th was “It is in your hand, take action” to live life to the fullest. Most of the people with arthritis, whom I know, put in lots
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