Understanding Thyroid function and regulation of Thyroid Hormones which perform important functions in our body helps in the timely diagnosis of Thyroid problems. Let us start with understanding some terms – Gland – They are organs of our body that make and release chemical substances, which perform specified body functions. These substances can be enzymes,
Our heart works tirelessly and quietly round the clock, so evidently if it gets ill in any way, the health impact can be serious and significant. Even though the heart chambers (atria and ventricles) are filled with blood, the cardiac muscles (myocardium) require blood supply and oxygen (provided by coronary arteries), to effectively contract and
Alzheimer’s disease is a well-recognized condition of the elderly often affecting the quality of life of both the patient and family. Let us start by understanding the word Dementia which means a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. Dementia is caused due to damage or degeneration of a part/parts of
There are a number of doubts, myths and beliefs about cholesterol and fats in our diet as well as their impact on our health. Let us start by understanding, in what forms do we take fats in our diet – LIPIDS are a chemical class that includes all oily, fatty substances which do not dissolve
DASH- Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension is a well-structured diet which helps control conditions like High BP, and high BMI. High Blood Pressure (BP), is a risk factor for developing Cardiovascular Disease (CVD), which includes conditions like Angina, Heart attack and Stroke, as well as other organ complications. Lifestyle and diet modifications are the corner-stone