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Everything You Need To Know About The Common Cold And Flu

March 04, 2021

Get a complete insight into the topic of common cold and flu which are the two types of viral infections often characterised by similar symptoms such as fever, cough, cold, runny nose and many others.

What To Know About Buruli Ulcer, A Flesh-Eating Disease Spreading In Australia

March 04, 2021

Buruli ulcer is a necrotising disease caused by a bacterium named Mycobacterium ulcerans. It is one of the neglected skin-related tropical diseases that may cause disabling of the person. Around 60000 cases of Buruli ulcer have been detected in 33 countries.

Repulsed By Honeycomb? Soap Bubbles? Lotus Stem? You May Have Trypophobia (Fear Of Holes)

March 04, 2021

Trypophobia, also termed as fear of holes, is an aversion or fear of clusters of small holes, bumps, or patterns. Common triggers of trypophobia are bubbles, a cluster of eyes, lotus seed pods, skin problems like sores, scars, and spots. People with trypophobia will often experience behavioural changes as well.

What Are The Side Effects Of Eating Pistachios In Excess?

March 04, 2021

Side effects of eating pistachios in excess include weight gain, digestion problems, salmonella infection, high blood pressure risk, kidney problems and risk of kidney stones. It is recommended that you eat 1-2 handfuls (around 30 kernels) a day and not more.

Edible And Nutritious Plants You Can Grow At Home

March 04, 2021

Growing your own vegetables is easy. Tomato, potato, bell peppers, microgreens, sprouts and spring onions are some of the best and easy, healthy plants you can grow at home. Growing your own vegetables not only improve your physical health but also your mental health.

Foods That You Should Not Eat Together, According To Ayurveda

March 03, 2021

Ayurveda says that some foods should not be combined, and the unhealthiest food combinations are honey and ghee, milk and egg, milk and banana, milk and watermelon, beans with fruit, cheese, milk and yoghurt etc.

Covishield Vs Covaxin: Everything You Need To Know And List Of Vaccination Centres In Major Cities In India

March 03, 2021

As India began the second phase of the vaccination drive on 1 March, everyone above 60 years of age and those over 45 years with comorbidities will be getting the COVID-19 vaccine. In the first month of 2021, the Indian government had approved two vaccines - Covaxin developed by Hyderabad-based Bharat Biotech and Covishield from the Oxford-AstraZeneca stable being manufactured by the Serum Institute of India (SII).

11 Impressive Health Benefits Of Sauerkraut

March 03, 2021

Sauerkraut is the name given to ‘fermented cabbage’. This fermented food item contains a large quantity of lactic acid along with vitamins like A, B, K and C; minerals like iron, folate and potassium.

Ornithophobia Or Fear of Birds: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatments And Prevention

February 25, 2021

Ornithophobia is characterised by an intense and persistent fear of birds. The fear triggers often after seeing or thinking about birds. The phobia can occur in people of all ages due to some traumatic events.

Expert Speaks About Male Infertility And Why It Shouldn't Be Ignored

February 25, 2021

Infertility among men is on a rise these days. Unhealthy lifestyle, stress and improper diet are some of the major causes of low sperm count. A low sperm count is diagnosed when the number of sperms falls below 20 million in a milliliter of semen.

International Childhood Cancer Day 2021: Types Of Childhood Cancer

February 25, 2021

Childhood cancer or paediatric cancer is rare but not uncommon. Common childhood cancer includes leukaemia, neuroblastoma, Wilms tumour and brain and spinal cord tumours. The treatment of cancer in children differ from the treatment for adults.

All The Leaves You Can Eat: A Complete Guide To Edible Healthy Leaves

February 24, 2021

Leafy vegetables are one of the healthiest groups of veggies out there. Many of these leaves are already a part of the Indian diet. Healthy leaves you can eat include spinach, fenugreek, bok choy, curry leaves, thyme, coriander leaves etc. Read on to know more about the healthy leaves you can eat.