What is health insurance and why is it important? Health insurance is a sort of insurance that actually pays for medical and surgical costs for such an insured person. A clinic, hospital, doctor, laboratory, healthcare practitioner, or pharmacy that addresses…
What exactly is osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is the most common chronic (long-term) joint condition (OA). A joint is made when two bones come together. These bones’ ends are protected by cartilage, a type of protective tissue. This cartilage wears away as…
Physical activity improves our mood and prevents or slows the progression of many diseases, including heart disease, cancer, and dementia. It can even help us live longer lives. American Heart Association and the US physical activity guidelines recommend at least…
What if I’m unable to fall asleep? How will I be able to function if I don’t get 8 hours of a nap? Is it really a good idea to take a nap? Misconceptions about nap aren’t helping matters. So…
OVERVIEW Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest lactose, a type of natural sugar. Lactose is a sugar present in milk and yogurt, among other dairy products. It develops when your small intestine stops producing enough of the enzyme lactase…
What’s not to love about going for a walk? It’s free, simple, and full of health benefits. Can it, however, help you lose weight? Can you really lose weight by walking? Walking, on the other hand, may help prevent weight…
What is acid reflux? Acidity/acid reflux is also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). In this condition, the acid in the stomach comes into the esophagus. This happens when there is a malfunction in the valve that separates the stomach…
Antacid is not a candy Antacids are OTC (Over The Counter) drug and hence easily available. They are generally prescribed to treat Acid Reflux or Acidity, Heart Burn, Indigestion or Gas and Bloating. These being common issues, people develop a…
How do worms enter the body? It is not abnormal to ingest worms. They can enter our body with unhygienic food, drinking water, untreated milk, taking a swim in the pool, walking barefoot, or for that matter from pets. These…
Summer months are often a period when you may easily increase your activity level by stepping outside more and attempting new sports like hiking, swimming, and cycling. However, when the temperature rises, severe heat can provide its own set of…