Cancer is a disease in which some cells of the body grow uncontrollably and spread to other parts of the body. There are more than 100 types of cancer and it can be seen in every age group. Yes, you heard us here! Did you know? Along with some risk factors such as obesity, smoking, … Read more
Remember how we all wish we could work from home? While there are some advantages to not going to the office (such as not wearing a tie or heels) there are also some disadvantages, some of which can be detrimental to your health.Also read – 3 simple steps to lose weight fast, supported by evidence … Read more
Obesity is a condition in which a person has high levels of body fat or an unhealthy distribution of body fat. Obesity not only challenges physical activity, but also increases the risk of numerous health complications. In addition, excess body fat puts stress on the body’s joints and multiple organs. It causes various changes in … Read more
Polycystic ovary syndrome or PCOS is a common hormonal and metabolic disorder that makes many women sick nowadays. It accounts for 16-25 per cent of women’s health problems in Bangalore. It affects physical health with weight gain, acne or pimples, unwanted body and facial hair and possibly thinning and loss of scalp hair. Emotional health … Read more
Find the latest news and guidance on COVID-19 at Medscape’s Coronavirus Resource Center. JOHN WHYTE: Welcome everyone. I’m Dr. John Whyte, Medical Director of WebMD. And you’re watching Coronavirus in Context. What is the role of what we eat in terms of getting COVID or protecting us when we do get COVID? What is the … Read more
Published in February 06, 2022 | Author Dr Bhavna Barmi The prevalence of obesity has experienced rapid growth worldwide with rates doubling for adults and children (6-11 years) and tripling for adolescents (12-19 years) in the last 30 years. This is one of the reasons why more attention and awareness needs to be created about … Read more
Obesity it is on the rise around the world, as is the plethora of diseases associated with it, from diabetes, heart disease, stroke to some cancers. As our lifestyle has undergone a rapid change in recent years, increased intake of energy-rich foods that are high in fat and sugar and decreased physical activity are considered … Read more
A rippling of flesh under the skin could very well be a sign of “lucky fat,” according to a new study. Researchers at Brunel University have discovered that the type of subcutaneous fat found under the skin (the ‘wobbly’ stuff like jowls), as opposed to that found around the organs, is unrelated to a series … Read more