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EBOLA VIRUS

Appeared in 1976 5 distinct species -Bundibugyo, Zaire, Reston, Sudan, Tai Forest Named after Ebola river where disease first appeared Reston species mild and found in Phillipines and China, non fatal Other species in Africa Shaped like a Sheperd's crook, coiled or branched TRANSMISSION OF VIRUS Close contact with blood, secretions, organs and other body fluids of infected animals or humans(Chimpanzees, gorillas, bats, monkeys, antelopes-ill or dead in rainforests) Burial ceremonies where mourn

Dr. Monica Mahajan In Internal Medicine

Aug 25 , 2014 | 2 min read

Tips for Healthy Heart

Watch your weight by keeping your BMI (Basal Metabolic Index) below 23 by eating a well-balanced diet. Whole grains are important part of your daily diet, increasing intake by 2-4 servings per day can reduce the risk of heart disease by as much as 40%. Include healthy proteins in your diet daily like low fat dairy products, dals, nuts, egg and lean meats. Go for the right oil: Combination of oil works the best, either use 2 different types or change your oil every two three months.MUFA rich oils (like ca

Max Team In Dietetics

Aug 22 , 2014 | 1 min read

Jaundice - a preventable disease

As summers and monsoon come, there is a spurt in cases of jaundice in Delhi and India, in general. It causes a lot of concern due to weakness, less productivity and can also cause severe liver damage which in a small percentage of cases, can lead to death. Jaundice is a symptom of liver injury and not a disease by itself. Many different forms of liver diseases can lead to jaundice as a symptom . The common jaundice that we see in community is caused by Hepatitis A or Hepatitis E virus. Both of these viru

Dr. Vivek Raj In Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy

Sep 03 , 2014 | 3 min read

Health Food Walnut Salad Ingredients and Methods

HEALTH FOOD WALNUT SALAD INGREDIENTS 2 Apples 50 gms Beans 50 gms Walnuts 100 gms Salad Leaves 50 gms Chopped Onion 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar 1 tbsp Honey METHOD 1.Whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, extra-virgin olive oil. 2.In a bowl, toss together salad leaves, beans, onion, and apples (thinly sliced) 3.Toast and finely chop walnuts , add to the above mixture. Mix in the dressing. 4.Keep in refrigerator and serve chill. PANCAKE 2 Egg Whites 200 ml

Max Team In Dietetics Nutrition And Dietetics

Aug 22 , 2014 | 1 min read

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Simple Home Remedies For Loose Motions

Loose motions or Diarrhea is one of the most common ailments across every age group – from infants and mothers to the elderly. Diarrhea is the frequent passage of watery or loose stools across irregular intervals. There are many possible causes of Diarrhea. These include allergies, food poisoning, infections, and stress. As such, Diarrhea is merely a symptom of one of many possible causes. Most of the time, loose motions is not a serious problem and can be treated at home. Below, we've outlined 3 simple h

Dr. Manoj Ranka In Internal Medicine

Feb 22 , 2018 | 1 min read

Indian Diet Plan In Pregnancy

To make sure that what you eat helps your body and also helps you stay interested, spread out your food through the day by following different food ideas. You can mix and match the following depending on how much you can eat and whether you are vegetarian or non vegetarian.

Dr. Neera Aggarwal In Obstetrics And Gynaecology Nutrition And Dietetics

Nov 07 , 2020 | 1 min read

PCOD and PCOS - Symptoms, Causes, Differences & Treatment

Polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD) or polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a syndrome that has taken modern world by storm. Polycystic ovarian disease or syndrome is a very common disease heard in today's younger generation. It is a must that young girls understand this disease at an early stage as well as its causes and future implications. It is a hormonal disorder with: Imbalance of the two female hormones estrogen and progesterone with estrogen taking the upper hand – menstrual irregularities, infer

Dr. Kamna Nagpal In Obstetrics And Gynaecology

Jun 30 , 2016 | 1 min read

Balanced Diet - Definition, Importance, Benefits & Diet Chart

A balanced diet is a diet that contains the right proportion of different food types so that your body gets the required carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, proteins, minerals.

Ritika Samaddar In Dietetics

Jan 24 , 2022 | 1 min read

Fever in children

The first time fever in a baby is often scary for parents. Most fevers are harmless, however it can be a sign of a serious illness. Fever is only a manifestation of an illness which is usually caused by a virus or a bacteria or an inflammatory response. Over clothing may also cause a rise in temperature. Fever is body's natural response to an infection and an important part of the body's defense mechanism. A child has fever, if the body temperature is 38"F or above including newborns. Depending o

Max Team In Paediatrics (Ped)

Aug 22 , 2014 | 2 min read

Celiac Disease - ingestion of gluten

CASE-I: Constant abdominal pain and recurrent loose stools, these were the symptoms, Nita, a 19-year-old second year engineering student was suffering from for the past 1 year. She had taken several courses of antibiotics which would give her temporary relief. She was labelled as having 'nervous diarrhea' or Irritable bowel syndrome as she was studying a tough course and living far away from her native place. CASE-II: 5 year old Guddu was being admitted for the third time to the local hospital for 'we

Max Team In Paediatric (Ped) Gastroenterology

Aug 22 , 2014 | 2 min read

Expert Tips for Taking Care of an Elderly People

Geriatrics or geriatric medicine is a specialty that focuses on health care of elderly people. It aims to promote health by preventing and treating diseases and disabilities in older adults. Geriatrics differs from standard adult medicine because it focuses on the unique needs of the elderly person. The aged body is different physiologically from the younger adult body, and during old age, the decline of various organ systems becomes manifest. Previous health issues and lifestyle choices produce a differ

Dr. Jay Kirtani In Internal Medicine

Aug 22 , 2014 | 3 min read

Anxiety Disorder

Mr. AS is a 30 years old executive working in a Multi National Company. He suffers from anxiety disorders & therefore avoids traveling which is actually an integral part of his job. His condition is not only effecting his career growth, he is also missing out on simple pleasures of his life. The very thought of traveling away from home gives him jitters. His mind is flooded with thinking about the negative consequences, like 'What if the plane crashes or I get unwell while on board or the weather gets bad?

Dr. Sameer Malhotra In Mental Health And Behavioural Sciences

Aug 22 , 2014 | 2 min read

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