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In this fast-paced life, one needs to sit back to introspect if we happen to do justice to our bodies in terms of care or not. And surprisingly in most cases, the answer is a NO. It is unfortunate that we consider this important only when it is already too late. In the present era, several external factors such as to increased stress levels, intake of unhealthy and inadequate diets, sedentary lifestyle, together put us at an increased risk of several health problems, including elevated cholesterol levels. Excessive and regular intake of unhealthy foods eventually causes cholesterol build-up in the blood vessels and narrows the passage of blood leading to serious heart problems. Elevated cholesterol levels itself paved the way for several associated health problems such as cardiovascular problems, heart attacks, and associated problems. Natural Ways To Reduce Cholesterol Level The mainstay treatment option for elevated cholesterol, no doubt, is medications such as statins and other medi...

  Mosquitoes are known to cause serious illnesses  and  dengue  is one such common condition that needs attention. Every year, our country struggles with dengue, with a huge number of people getting infected and some even get hospitalized. Dengue is an extremely common viral infection which is transmitted by mosquitoes and presents as high-grade fever, body aches, and pain in the joints. But knowing about its symptoms and prevention measures, one can easily fight this deadly infection.      What Is A Dengue Fever? Dengue is a viral infection caused by the bite of female Aedes Aegypti mosquito. There are four serotypes (different types within a species of virus) of dengue virus. Infection with any one of the serotypes confers lifelong immunity from that particular strain but only partial protection against the others. At present, type 1 and type 2 strains are widespread in India. It is possible to get dengue more than once. There are 4 different but rel...

  Cold is the most common reason for missing work and school. Vitamin C is often recommended as a natural remedy for it. is also a major cause of acute morbidity and doctor visit. On an average, adults suffer from 2-3 cold attacks per year. The frequency in kids is even higher. Recurrent cold and cough can occur because of various reasons such as viral/bacterial infections, respiratory conditions like asthma, or a weak immune system. Nonetheless, a permanent solution for cold is yet to be discovered. Efficacy of Vitamin C in treating cold and cough has always been debatable. Let’s get to know more about  Vitamin C .   Functions of Vitamin C   1. Helps in the development and maintenance of connective tissue. 2. Aids in bone formation, maintaining healthy gums, and wound healing. 3. Involved in various metabolic activities like converting cholesterol to bile acids. 4. Strengthens the immune system. The  Recommended Dietary Allowance  of V...

AI is important because it forms the very foundation of computer learning. Through AI, computers have the ability to harness massive amounts of data and use their learned intelligence to make optimal decisions and discoveries in fractions of the time that it would take humans. Examples of such are: Siri Google alexa Who invented AI ?  One of the greatest innovators in the field was John McCarthy , widely recognized as the father of Artificial Intelligence due to his astounding contribution in the field of Computer Science and AI. He was also known as the father of AI When was Ai discovered ? The earliest successful AI program was written in 1951 by Christopher Strachey , later director of the Programming Research Group at the University of Oxford. What are the types of AI Narrow AI or ANI. Artificial general intelligence or AGI. Strong AI or ASI. Reactive machines. Limited memory. Theory of mind. Self-awareness. Narrow AI or ANI They are image and facial recognition systems. These...

Vitamin D is essential for maintaining strong bones, a healthy immune system, and overall well-being.  That's because your body can only absorb calcium, the primary component of bone, when vitamin D is present. Vitamin D also regulates many other cellular functions in your body. The best natural source of vitamin D is the sun, but spending too much time in the sun can increase the risk of skin cancer and premature aging. In this blog post, we will discuss how to get vitamin D without risking excessive sun exposure. Food sources of Vitamin D One of the best ways to get vitamin D is through food. Some foods that are rich in vitamin D include fatty fish like salmon, tuna, swordfish, sardines and mackerel, cod liver oil, egg yolks, Orange juice fortified with vitamin D, fortified milk and cereal . Incorporating these foods into your diet can help you get the vitamin D your body needs without exposing your skin to harmful UV rays. Vitamin D supplements Another way to get vitamin ...

Introduction Self-sustaining lifestyles are becoming increasingly popular as people are looking for ways to become more self-sufficient while also minimizing their impact on the environment. Self-sustaining lifestyles involve individuals or communities producing their own food, energy, and other resources in a sustainable and eco-friendly manner. In this blog post, we will explore the concept of self-sustaining lifestyles and how they can contribute to a more sustainable future. Benefits of Self-Sustaining Lifestyles Self-sustaining lifestyles offer numerous benefits, both for individuals and the environment. One of the key benefits is that it reduces our dependence on external resources, such as food and energy, which can be expensive and have a negative impact on the environment. By producing our own resources, we become more self-sufficient and reduce our ecological footprint. Another benefit of self-sustaining lifestyles is that it promotes a healthier and more active lifestyle. ...

  Thalassemia   Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder (passed from parents to children through genes). Anaemia is a disorder in which your body doesn’t have enough normal, Red Blood Cells (RBC). Overall estimate of B – Thalassemia  carriers is 35-45 million among lndia’s population of over a  billion people .   Estimated number of births of affected babies annually would be 10,000-12,000; causing a social, Psychological and financial b urden   The major Hemoglobin Disorders   Social, Psychological and financial Burden Thalassemia challenges the individual at the Physical, emotional, cognitive levels and disrupts the quality of life. What  are the different types of Thalassemia ?   When we talk about different type “thalassemia”; we refer about one of two things: the specific part of hemoglobin that is affected (usually either “alpha’’ or ‘’beta’’), or the severity of thalassemia, which is noted by words like trait, carrier...