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Glutamine and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): The Ultimate Supplement for Acid Reflux?

By Ishana Gole on June 24, 2022

Gastroesophageal reflux disease The food we eat travels through the digestive tract in the body, where essential nutritional components are absorbed by the body before waste products are excreted. The digestive tract includes many organs from the mouth to the anus. The oesophagus is an important tube that connects the mouth to the stomach. The […]

What Are The 3 Most Common Symptoms Of Undiagnosed Diabetes?

By Ishana Gole on June 10, 2022

What is diabetes? Diabetes is a chronic or long term illness that affects the ability of the body to convert nutrients from food into energy. The food we consume is broken down into glucose - a form of sugar - via various metabolic processes within the body and regulated by hormones. The glucose is released […]

Foot Infection in Diabetes

By Ishana Gole on May 20, 2022

Diabetic foot infection refers to infections in the bone and/or soft tissue of the foot. It is a common consequence and physical manifestation of diabetes mellitus. It can lead to various complications that range from hospitalisation to amputation. The infections may be mild, moderate, or severe, and are caused by a variety of pathogens (bacteria, […]

Vaccination Diversity

By Ishana Gole on May 20, 2022

The popular TV show, Strictly Come Dancing(1), features a number of celebrity contestants who have not been vaccinated and are refusing to do so. It makes one wonder how even celebrities who are advocates of many public trends are refusing to get vaccinated. This forms a part of vaccine hesitancy(2) which can be attributed to […]

Staghorn Kidney Stones

By Ishana Gole on May 20, 2022

What are staghorn kidney stones? Kidney stones consist of a build-up of chemicals and cellular substances (dissolved salts and minerals) from the urine. Most kidney stones are sizably small enough to be excreted during urination. Some stones may also reside in the kidneys and not cause any harm. However, larger stones can cause serious health […]

Angina Spray: How To Stop Angina Attacks

By Ishana Gole on May 19, 2022

Introduction to Angina Angina refers to a set of symptoms that may occur as a result of restricted or reduced blood flow to the muscles in the heart. The blood circulating within the body to the organs is rich in oxygen and nutrients. When muscles do not receive these nutrients (mainly oxygen), they will malfunction […]

Metabolic Conditions and Liver Disease

By Ishana Gole on May 10, 2022

Overview A variety of metabolic conditions have the potential to affect the liver and subsequently cause liver diseases, such as liver cirrhosis or the onset of liver cancer. Moreover, diabetes and obesity are common metabolic disorders associated with liver disease, primarily non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, in turn, can further cause cirrhosis […]

The Menstrual Cycle and COVID-19 Vaccine

By Ishana Gole on May 10, 2022

As people in UK continue to receive booster shots, a large part of the population across the globe is yet to be vaccinated.1 This can be attributed to vaccine hesitancy. In particular, a large number of women belong to the section of unvaccinated individuals who are hesitant about getting vaccinated.2 This may be linked to […]

Living With Angina: How to Deal with the Pain and Suffering of Angina

By Ishana Gole on April 6, 2022

About angina: a brief explanation The diagnosis of angina can be worrisome, but it can also be considered a wake up call and a chance to make the necessary changes needed to lead a healthier lifestyle. Angina refers to a sensation of pain and discomfort, mainly felt in your chest, either due to triggers or […]

Kidney Disease: Types of Skin Lesions

By Ishana Gole on April 5, 2022

What are the symptoms of poor kidney function? The kidneys are a pair of organs located below the abdomen, on either side of the spine. They are responsible for blood filtration, removing contents to be excreted via urination. Kidney function may be affected for several reasons: pre-existing acute or chronic diseases; environmental factors, including exposure […]

Omega 3 Fatty Acids and Respiratory Health

By Ishana Gole on March 16, 2022

Introduction Are all fats bad for you? No: good fats exist, some of which are not made by your body. It is vital to note that the external administration of these fats is extremely important to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fats that are not produced by the body […]

Diabetes and Night Sweats: What You Need To Know

By Ishana Gole on March 10, 2022

Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as diabetes, is a group of metabolic disorders associated with an impaired ability to regulate blood sugar. Type 1 Diabetes Type 1 diabetes used to be called juvenile diabetes because it was mostly diagnosed in children and young teenagers.1 It is marked by no insulin production in the pancreas due to […]

Heart Disease and Erectile Dysfunction

By Ishana Gole on February 26, 2022

What is Erectile Dysfunction? Erectile dysfunction is a common condition that affects the ability to get or maintain an erection. It is important to understand that erectile dysfunction can be a sign of a pre-existing health condition. There are many causes of erectile dysfunction ranging from physical to psychological. How is Erectile Dysfunction a sign […]

Asthma and Vaping: Are The Two Compatible?

By Ishana Gole on February 18, 2022

Asthma and Vaping We are all well informed of the perils of smoking. To counter this, many have switched to a new modern form of smoking - vaping or e-cigarettes - which is now, owing to its popularity and suggested reduced health risks, a billion dollar industry. An e-cigarette is a reusable battery-powered device that […]

Covid Vaccine Side Effects: What to expect and when to get medical help

By Ishana Gole on January 31, 2022

2020 marked the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Months of extensive research have given us access to a variety of vaccines in the hope of easing the burden COVID-19 has brought to the healthcare systems. Vaccination is extremely vital in terms of fighting the pandemic. However, a range of questions regarding the efficacy and side […]

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