If your recent vitamin D profile suggested that you are deficient, the first thing you should do is talk to your doctor. The normal range in a healthy individual is 20 ng/mL to 50 ng/mL, if the level falls below 12 ng/mL, it is called D deficiency. Your doctor will examine your report and prescribe vitamin-D supplements that can...

As the name suggests, fatty liver is a common condition associated with excessive deposition of fat in the liver. Surprisingly, many of you might go unnoticed with your fatty liver symptoms; until it leads to progressive functional failure of the liver. Although you cannot reverse the condition, however the good news is that with little changes in your lifestyle you...

As the saying goes “Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee”- thyroid is a tiny butterfly-shaped gland. It plays a role in many different systems throughout the body. But, when it does not function properly, it can sting like a bee! The Dysfunctions The thyroid gland ensures that all the cells are working right, for you to feel strong and healthy....

Throat Infection Symptoms During a pandemic, if you are experiencing pain, irritation, or itching in your throat; it’s a matter of concern. These throat infection symptoms, if ignored for a longer period can turn out to be harmful; although, many times some basic throat infection remedies can be adopted before they get worse. Read on to know ways to minimize throat infection...

All living beings are metabolically active due to a number of physiological interconnected processes. Probably many of them are not as vital to make the body run. But, they need to be in balanced proportion to make the body run smoothly. Accordingly, electrolytes are helpful in stimulating electrical voltages across different vital organs of the body, required for proper communication....

How to prevent heart attack? Healthy lifestyle habits are probably the best defense you can have against heart diseases. When you combine a healthy diet with regular exercise, you are lowering your risk of a heart attack.    Physical Activity and Heart Attack: The Relationship Physical activity is good for the heart. When you regularly exercise, your muscles become stronger and...

Complete vitamin profile Vitamins are complex organic compounds that are naturally occurring in plants and animals. Our body needs these compounds to maintain our life functions and prevent diseases. If you are wondering whether you’ve adequate levels of these vitamins, it’s recommended that you get a complete vitamin profile done. The complete vitamin profile tests common vitamin deficiencies, especially Vitamin D, Vitamin...

Weight Gain Tips A healthy diet and regular exercise are the most effective. If you are planning to weight gain or build muscle mass, you need to understand that like weight loss, weight gain doesn’t happen overnight. There are two key aspects that come into play if you want to gain the right amount of weight in the right places...

Thyroid hormones help to control metabolism, cell repair, and growth. When the thyroid gland fails to produce enough thyroid hormones, it causes hypothyroidism. People with hypothyroidism may experience hair loss, tiredness, feeling cold, weight gain, and feeling low among other symptoms. Foods alone cannot cure hypothyroidism. But, if a combination of the right nutrients and medication is administered, it...

Sudden, intense chest pain that unexpectedly brings you to your knees – isn’t that how heart attack is shown in movies? In reality, a heart attack can be very subtle, especially in women. If you are experiencing symptoms, it would be a fatal mistake to ignore them. You would need prompt medical attention. Your doctor will ask about your...