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Common Myths About Home Remedies
By Dietician Mehak Garg Home remedies have long been interwoven into our cultural fabric, passed down through generations as trusted cures for everyday ailments. From turmeric-infused milk to honey-lemon concoctions, nearly every household possesses its own repertoire of “time-tested” solutions. While certain traditional practices genuinely complement health, many others are misinterpreted, overstated, or even detrimental…
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Case Study: Type 2 Juvenile Diabetes — An Escalating Public Health Concern Among Youth:
Patient Profile Name: Priya (Name changed to maintain confidentiality)Age: 15 yearsGender: FemaleDiagnosis: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (Juvenile Onset) Background:The patient exhibited a sedentary lifestyle, frequent consumption of sugar-dense foods and carbonated beverages, erratic sleep patterns, and a notable familial predisposition to diabetes mellitus. Medical History and Clinical Presentation Over the preceding six months, the patient…
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World Osteoporosis Day: Fortify Your Bones, Empower Your Future
World Osteoporosis Day | October 20 Every year on October 20, the world observes World Osteoporosis Day to raise awareness about bone health and emphasize the prevention of osteoporosis — a silent yet progressive disorder that weakens bones and increases the risk of fractures. Although often regarded as a condition of older age, osteoporosis can affect individuals at any…
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Case Study: Type 2 Juvenile Diabetes — An Escalating Public Health Concern Among Youth
Patient Profile Name: Priya (Name changed to maintain confidentiality)Age: 15 yearsGender: FemaleDiagnosis: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (Juvenile Onset)Background: The patient exhibited a sedentary lifestyle, frequent consumption of sugar-rich foods and carbonated beverages, irregular sleep patterns, and a significant family history of diabetes mellitus. Medical History and Clinical Presentation Over the preceding six months, the patient…