Ever wondered why some foods make you sleepy while others give you energy (Question mark) The answer lies in your blood sugar level and the key to understanding it is the Glycemic Index (GI). This blog explores how GI affects your body, reveals the GI of common Indian foods, and explains why knowing it can help you manage diabetes, weight, and overall health. From parathas to paneer, discover which foods keep your sugar steady and which send it soaring.
Ever wondered what you’re really paying for when you buy medicine The truth is, many patients unknowingly spend up to 80% more on branded drugs that are chemically identical to their generic counterparts. This blog breaks down how to read your medicine label, what the real active ingredient is, and how choosing generic can save you money without compromising your health. Take control of your treatment by understanding what is actually inside your pill.
Many people overlook that the timing of medication can be just as important as the medicine itself. Our bodies follow a natural circadian rhythm that influences how we respond to drugs. This article explores why syncing your medicine with your internal clock can boost effectiveness and improve health outcomes. Learn how different diseases and medications behave across the day and why most prescriptions still ignore this timing. Backed by insights from doctors and science, this piece shows how better timing could be the next big shift in healthcare.
Modified release tablets are medicines designed to release their active ingredients slowly over time instead of all at once. Common labels like ER SR CR and PR indicate how the drug behaves in the body. These small letters influence how often you take a dose how long the medicine stays effective and how your body responds. While doctors often treat these types as different and non interchangeable manufacturers and lab analysts say they mostly serve the same purpose to extend the effect of the drug. Understanding these codes helps patients make sense of their treatment and avoid confusion. In a country where pills are widely used but rarely understood knowing what these letters mean can shape better health outcomes.
Are you popping supplements just because an influencer said so. You are not alone but you might be at risk. In this eye-opening blog, we explore how self-medication with supplements, without medical guidance, is becoming a silent health hazard in India. Backed by insights from doctors and real-life experiences, we break down the types of supplements, the risks of overuse, and compares weak Indian regulatory system with global standards. If you are looking for clarity (not hype) on what your body truly needs, this guide is a must-read.
ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution) is a life-saving mix that helps fight dehydration, heat exhaustion, and electrolyte loss. From ORS powder to ready-to-drink bottles, discover its powerful health benefits, full form, and how it works.
Breaking the taboo associated with SEX and learning about it in detail.
Ayushman Bharat, also known as Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY), was launched in 2018 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It is the worlds largest health insurance scheme, aiming to provide a health cover of ₹5 lakhs per family annually.
In India, an estimated 5.2 million people die annually due to medical errors; luckily due to my grandmother’s vigilance, I did not join that statistic. This issue isn’t just limited to India, as a report from CNN Health, states that over 8 lakh people die in the United States every year due to misdiagnosis.
Diabetes is when the body becomes resistant to insulin or does not produce it. Learn everything about this metabolic disease in this write up.