Getting infected, offering a purpose for vaccine development
The human challenge trials phase is where a volunteer is infected with the live or weakened form of the pathogen. The troubled legacy of these kinds of trials makes them questionable, same is the case with COVID-19, where so little is known and still, we have come out with vaccine, all thanks to the medical fraternity and volunteers. Get Bernot's viewpoint, a biologist, and a volunteer for a hookworm vaccine trial.
Pandemic, manipulating with women's menstrual cycles
One of the most emotional and physically afflicting time for women is when they go through their menses. A natural phenomenon that benefits their body but at a cost, Premenstrual syndrome is what they experience. The article portrays the covid’s impact on these cycles which might have upturned their natural occurrence, excessive bleeding adding to the irritability. Read more,
Tumors and all you need to know about them.
Every cell in our body ages and dies, these dead cells are excreted out of our body and replaced by new ones. When the process of ageing and replacing is disrupted either by abnormal growth of cells and failure to replace them, cells get accumulated and swell at one place, these swollen bunch is termed as a tumour. Not all tumours are cancerous, Know more about their types.
क्या स्तनपान के दौरान मुझे खान-पान बदलना चाहिए?
ऐसा जरुरी नहीं है। स्तनपान के दौरान आप सीमित मात्रा में अपने सभी पसंदीदा खाद्य और पेय पदार्थ ले सकती हैं। मगर, हमेशा सेहतमंद व संतुलित आहार लेने का प्रयास करें, जिनमें पर्याप्त मात्रा में तरल पदार्थ जैसे कि पानी, दूध, लस्सी या नींबू पानी, नारियल पानी या बिना शक्कर मिलाए फलों के रस शामिल हों।आप जो भोजन खाती हैं, कई बार उनका स्वाद स्तनदूध में भी आ जाता है। इसलिए कुछ पदार्थ जैसे कैफीन, शराब और कुछ एलर्जी वाले भोजन का सेवन नही करना चाहिए। कोशिश करें और सूखे मेवों की तरह एक स्वस्थ स्नैक्स की ओर बढ़ें। क्योंकि याद रखें कि आप जो भी खाते हैं, बच्चे उसे भी खाते हैं
Video games negatively affecting a child's brain
What happens to your child's brain when they are watching or playing intense active and reactive content on screens? Video game use is known to affect attention. Results of some studies indicate that playing video games not only changes how our brains perform but also their structure. Researchers have discovered that video gaming can be addictive – a phenomenon known as Internet gaming disorder.
Polyphenols for a healthier you
These are micronutrients, a natural gift to you, they are based on plant-based food items. Packed with antioxidant properties they improve digestion thereby maintaining weight and offer other health benefits. A regular intake of a plant-based Polyphenol’s diet can reduce the risk of T2 Diabetes, inflammation, and heart diseases. Read more to know which food items contain these nutritional compounds.
Threats to immune system, found to be hamper by food preservatives: Article review
We eat a lot of packaged food items all of them have added preservatives, higher consumption of processed food item may lead to immune system imbalance and malfunction known as immunotoxicity. TBHQ and PFAS are common preservatives used by manufacturers. The article shares the crux of studies conducted which links the food additives and changes in immune functioning, Read More
Does Inflammation always harms you?
Inflammation is your body’s response to foreign invaders such as bacteria and viruses. It does not always harm you, but the heated effects may cause redness, pain and swelling. In certain conditions it may lead to inflamed blood vessels, injuring your heart causing stroke conditions. Inflammation has been associated with diabetes, gut disorders, Alzheimer’s, read more
Misunderstanding that surrounds “Parkinson’s Disease”, lets demystify.
Considered a Neurodegenerative disorder, wherein the dopamine-producing cells deteriorate. The symptoms are noticed very slowly over time, starting with stiffness in moments, reduced smell sense, mood changes etc. This month of April is dedicated to providing 6.1 million people with better care. Read more facts and new genetics to treat people suffering from Parkinson’s disease.
Eggs Are Bad for Your Heart
Omelet lovers, rejoice. Eating an egg or two a day doesn’t raise the risk of heart disease in healthy people. Yes, the yolks have cholesterol, but for most of us, the amount found in any one food isn’t as bad for you as the mix of fats from everything you eat. What’s more, eggs have nutrients, like omega-3s, that may lower the risk of heart disease.
Compounds to maintain your pressure.
We all feel stressed out sometimes, which gives more pleasure than a hot beverage to strike out that pressure. Cocoa is one such hot beverage that contains polyphenolic compounds known as flavanols. These compounds help release that pressure on blood vessels easing the blood flow. This article shares the two different studies suggesting high flavanols cocoa their impact on endothelial functions.
क्या चक्कर आना हमेशा मॉर्निंग सिकनेस का संकेत है?
बेहोशी या चक्कर आना इस बात का सूचक हो सकता है कि आपने उस दिन के लिए पर्याप्त भोजन नहीं खाया है। मगर, इसका कारण रक्तचाप (ब्लड प्रेशर) का कम होना भी हो सकता है, जो गर्भावस्था की शुरुआत में आम है। यह इसलिए होता है क्योंकि गर्भावस्था का हॉर्मोन प्रोजेस्टीरोन आपकी रक्त वाहिकाओं की दीवार को शिथिल कर देता है।
बहुत सी महिलाएं गर्भावस्था में चक्कर महसूस करती हैं। मगर, यदि आप बेहोश होती हैं, तो अपनी डॉक्टर से मिलकर सुनिश्चित करें कि सब ठीक-ठाक है।
5 Incredibly Fun GAMES to Teach Self-Regulation (Self-Control) | Early Childhood Development
Teaching kids to have self-regulation is one of the most important character traits we can teach. Experts believe that kids who master self-regulation become masters of their learning, are more critical thinkers, and make healthier choices; and the benefits are life-long. Self-regulation is something that develops as we mature, but is there something to help kids develop or strengthen this important skill?
Disallowing Indian Travelers, Covid surge raises concern.
The order to disallow Indian travelers travelling to New Zealand a covid risk management measure, will be effective form April 11. The New Zealand PM announced this measure is temporary in nature. They would be assessing the situation which would help reduce the risk to the travelers and the residing population. Think before you are travelling within or outside the country.
Nootropics powering you up.
Medically You! A new phrase or a lifestyle that we want to live, but why this, reasons could be many with the only underlying fact, “To Achieve Out”. To attain these, we take up medicinal help too, and these are termed as Nootropics or Smart Drugs or supplements. They enhance cognitive functions like memory, creativity, motivation, etc. Learn more about these supplements
What are the known causes of a still birth in India
A stillbirth is the death of a baby in the womb after 20th week of pregnancy. The reasons go unexplained for 1/3 of cases while the other 2/3 may be caused by problems with the placenta or umbilical cord, high blood pressure, infections, birth defects, or poor lifestyle choices. A mother who has lupus, blood clotting disorders are also at risk. Do your best to avoid risk factors.
A short guide to emotionally overcome a miscarriage
In the weeks after a miscarriage, many women experience a roller coaster of emotions such as numbness, disbelief, anger, guilt, sadness, and depression. As you work through this difficult time: reach out to those closest to you. Ask for understanding, comfort, and support. Seek counseling to help both yourself and your partner. Allow yourself plenty of time to grieve and rest.
Labor, a journey for your birth
Labor isn't just an hour process, it is a struggle of hours and sometimes could be a whole day. The first stage is Thinning and opening of the cervix. Its further divided into three parts i.e early labor, active labor and transition to second stage. The second stage of labor is when baby moves through the birth canal. Followed by which the shortest of all is third, that is cutting the placenta.
What are the harmful effects of consumption of caffeine during pregnancy? .
Research shows that consuming large amounts of caffeine during pregnancy may increase the risk of miscarriage or low birthweight, so it’s best to limit your intake to 200 mg/per day of caffeine as it can take longer for your body to metabolize. Some effects on the foetus can be Acute lymphoblastic ,Impaired cognitive development, low intelligence quotient and other metabolic disorders.
