Ms. Archana S, Senior Nutritionist, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru As an essential nutrient, protein plays numerous roles in the body. It helps in building muscles, aids in fighting infections, and works to keep a person’s energy levels high throughout the day. Many people are unaware of the importance of daily protein intake, which often leads […]
10 Winter Skin Care Tips Dermatologists Swear By
Dr. Priyanka Kuri, Consultant – Dermatology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Winter weather brings a host of skincare challenges, from dryness and irritation to dullness and sensitivity. When temperatures drop, so does humidity, causing moisture to evaporate from the skin faster, which can leave it feeling tight, rough, and even itchy. Plus, the transition between cold […]
7 Effective Ways to Reduce Your Stroke Risk
Dr. Swaroop Gopal, Group Director – Aster International Institute of Neurosciences and Spine Care, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru A stroke is caused by an interruption in the blood supply in the brain. This leads to possible damage to the structure as well as the functioning of the brain, resulting in the onset of physical limitations […]
5 Ways in Which Obesity Affects Mental Health
Dr. Suchismitha Rajamanya, Lead Consultant & HOD – Internal Medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Today, with the increased consumption of fast foods, physical inactivity, and more time spent on screens, there is a growing number of people who suffer from weight-associated problems that eventually affect their mental stability. The highly competitive world and increase in […]
6 Exercises That Help In Controlling Osteoporosis
Dr. Kumardev Arvind Rajamanya, Head of Department (HOD) & Lead Consultant – Orthopaedics, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Osteoporosis refers to a condition that causes one’s bones to be fragile, porous and prone to breaking. The chances of this disease being found is higher in senior citizens, especially women post-menopause. However, if a person includes physical […]
6 Daily Habits That Can Harm Your Gut
Dr Ajay B R, Associate Consultant – Medical Gastroenterology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Maintaining good gut health is very important for the overall well-being as well, but many individuals engage in practices that harm their digestion, even without their knowledge. This article discusses six common everyday habits that may be damaging one’s gut health and […]
8 Signs Your Skin Is Warning About Your Health
Dr. Priyanka Kuri, Consultant – Dermatology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Your skin not only serves as a barrier but indicates a lot about your health as well. Health-infected radiance give out tell-tale hints of health dis-arrangement while skin surfaces can represent the state of the human body. If it’s an uninvited pimple or an annoying […]
Ways to Support a Child with Early-Onset Alzheimer’s
Dr. Balaji B S, Consultant – Neurology & Epileptology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Early-onset Alzheimer’s is a rare disease that significantly affects the lives of children and their families. This condition disrupts memory, thinking, and behaviour of the child, presenting challenges that can feel overwhelming for such a young person. The problems can become extremely […]
Blood Cancer Awareness Month: The Need to Recognize Symptoms of the Disease
Dr. Anoop P, Sr. Consultant – Haematology, Haemato-Oncology, Paediatric Haemato-Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Different types of blood cancers affect the function of blood cells and can disrupt the body’s ability to fight infections, regulate bleeding and maintain a healthy bone marrow. Chronic leukemia is a type of blood cancer that […]
5 Ways In Which Stress Can Affect The Heart
Dr. Chirag D, Consultant – Interventional Cardiology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Stress has become a part of daily life that cannot be avoided, whether it is caused by work, personal life, or finances. Short-term stress in most cases can be controlled and managed, but long-term stress tends to have negative effects on one’s health, especially […]