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  What is asthma :   A condition in which your airways become infected, narrow, and swell, and produce extra mucus, which makes it difficult to breathe. For some people, asthma is a minor problem. For others, it can be a major problem. Unfortunately, there is no cure for asthma at this point. Some natural therapies may help you manage symptoms of asthma.  Symptoms:   1.  being too breathless to eat, speak or sleep.   2. Difficulty in Breathing.   3. Chest Pain   4. A fast heartbeat   5. Cough and wheezing   6. Shortness of breath at night   7. Throat irritation   8. Dizziness   9. Dry mouth Types of Asthma:   1. Childhood Asthama   2. Adult-Onset Asthma   3. Occupational Asthma   4. Nonalegic Asthma   5. Allergic Asthma   6. Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction (EIB)   7. Asthma-COPD Overlap. Childhood Asthama :   In childhood asthma, the lungs and airways can ea...

  Neck pain becomes common among people who spend more time in front of a computer, laptop, television, and mobile. It would be an arduous job to decrease screen time because those gadgets have intertwined with our life. But, there are few other possibilities to curb neck pain .  5 Simple Exercises to Reduce Neck Pain Side Tilt Stand straight, stretch your hands diagonally and tilt your head right and left to stretch the muscles as much you can. Don’t tilt your shoulders. Do this twice a day for about 2-3 minutes.  Side Rotation You can either sit or stand to do this exercise. Keep your back straight. Gently turn your head to the right side and hold the pose for 10-15 seconds. Then do the same to the left side. Do this exercise for 2 minutes every day.  Chin tucks Sit straight and place a finger on your chin. Push your chin and head back until you feel the stretch. Hold the pose for 5 seconds and do it forward again by pulling the chin and the head. Repeat it 5-10 ti...

How does your mind help your heart?  Is it possible to redesign your heart health by concentrating on your mind? Yes! but it’s not only about just the mind, it depends on the positive mind. A positive outlook- like being cheerful, enthusiastic, optimistic, and purpose in life can help you in developing a healthy heart. There is ample evidence for this approach that suggests we should follow this.  What is positive psychology? Positive psychology defines the optimistic views of your mind that nourish the function of the heart. The research found that people who are high on optimism have a 30% lower risk of developing heart disease. A study reported that optimistic people would have a lower risk of death from stroke and heart attacks.  Positive Mind Vs Negative Mind People who have a negative outlook are more likely to get affected by a heart attack and other health issues. The negative emotions are the stress factors that tend to stimulate high blood pressure and higher h...

  Everything you need to know about liver transplant What is a liver transplant?  A liver transplant is a surgical procedure in which the doctor removes the liver that is not functioning properly and replaces it with the healthy liver from a living donor or deceased donor. The liver is the largest organ that helps to process nutrients, produce bile, remove toxins from the blood and regulate immune responses.  What is liver failure? Liver failure is the major cause of liver transplant. It happens due to scarring of the liver (cirrhosis). The scar tissues replace the liver tissue and affect liver function.  How to avoid liver disease? Avoid drinking alcohol Maintain a healthy weight Protect your skin from toxic chemicals Avoid contact with other people’s blood and body fluids Get vaccinated for hepatitis A and hepatitis B if needed Maintain hygiene Diet and nutrition after liver transplant It's good to eat a well-balanced diet to keep you healthy forever. It is mandato...

  How to prevent life-threatening stroke? What is a stroke? A stroke is often life-threatening that happens when there is a stop in blood supply to part of the brain. Since it is a life-threatening medical condition, immediate treatment is required. The earlier a person gets the treatment, the less damage one will face.  Types of Strokes There are three major types of stroke, Ischemic stroke Hemorrhagic stroke Transient ischemic attack (mini-stroke) An Ischemic stroke happens when the blood clots through blockages. A Hemorrhagic stroke happens when the artery leaks blood.  A Transient ischemic attack is commonly known as a mini-stroke and occurs when the blood flow is blocked. It remains for a short time (usually not more than 5 minutes) Symptoms of a stroke The face may drop on one side. The person may not be able to lift arms and feels numbness  The speech may be slurred or unclear Prevention You can reduce the risk of having a stroke by doing simple changes in...

  What is a Complete blood count? Why is it significant?           Complete blood count (CBC) is essential to know your overall health, to diagnose a medical condition, and to monitor a medical condition and treatment. It measures red blood cells, platelets, hematocrit, hemoglobin, and white blood cells. The abnormal decreases or increases in blood cell count as disclosing some underlying medical condition.  A Normal Complete Blood count results for Adults Red blood cell count      Male: 4.35-5.65 trillion cells/L* (4.35-5.65 million cells/mcL**) Female: 3.92-5.13 trillion cells/L (3.92-5.13 million cells/mcL) Hemoglobin Male: 13.2-16.6 grams/dL*** (132-166 grams/L) Female: 11.6-15 grams/dL (116-150 grams/L) Hematocrit Male: 38.3-48.6 percent Female: 35.5-44.9 percent White blood cell count 3.4-9.6 billion cells/L (3,400 to 9,600 cells/mcL) Platelet count Male: 135-317 billion/L (135,000 to 317,000/mcL) Female: 157-371 ...

What is Vitamin B12? Vitamin B 12 is known as cobalamin. It is a vital nutrient that keeps the nerve and blood cells healthy and helps DNA synthesis. It boosts your energy, prevents heart disease, and improves your memory.  What are the foods that provide Vitamin B12? Vitamin B12 is mostly found in animal foods such as fish, meat, poultry, eggs, beef liver and clams, milk, and other dairy products.  Why do we need Vitamin B12? Crucial to a healthy pregnancy Vitamin B12 helps in developing the brain and nervous system of a fetus. When the mother does not have adequate vitamin B12 supply, it increases the risk of birth defects in the baby. This also paves the way to premature birth or miscarriage.  Anemia Prevention Vitamin B12 plays a major role in producing red blood cells in our body. Low vitamin b12 levels can reduce red cell formation. When you don’t have enough blood cells, your body cannot transport oxygen to the organs and make you anemic. This also leads to weaknes...