Why Bone Density Test?

A bone density test is conducted to: • Identify decreases in bone density before you break a bone • Determine the risk of broken bones (fractures) • Confirm a diagnosis of osteoporosis • Monitor osteoporosis treatment The higher the bone mineral content, the denser...

Winter Asthma

For many people, asthma attacks may happen more often in the winter. While you’re indoors, you breathe in asthma triggers such as mold, pet dander, dust mites, and even fires in the fireplace. When you venture out, you could have an asthma attack from inhaling the...

Cholesterol levels among Indians!

Indians are at a higher risk of getting heart disease as compared to people of other nationalities. Hence the ideal cholesterol levels as determined for the British or American people are not ideal for Indians. Indians need more rigid cholesterol values. The ideal...

Health Benefits of Sesame Seeds

1. They are full of high quality protein. . 2. Sesame oil has been shown to prevent diabetes and they are also full of magnesium – -a key nutrient known to help lower blood pressure. 3.Black sesame seeds contains phytosterols that block cholesterol production. 4...

Thyroid Symptoms and Solutions

What Is the Thyroid Gland? The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in the front of the neck. It produces hormones that control the speed of your metabolism — the system that helps the body use energy. Thyroid disorders can slow down or rev up your metabolism by...

A Family Health Record

It is important to have a family reference file for all purposes. Prepare for a family emergency by creating a medical file for each family member which includes birth date, doctors’ names and phone numbers, and insurance information. Also have a list of...