Dr. Suruthi Priya Saravana Bhava - Gynaecologist - obstetrician

Rich in antioxidants, an overripe banana is the best remedy to slow down cell damage and improve the body's immunity. Antioxidants neutralize free radicals, which steal electrons from molecules and damage cells in the process.

Best time to have banana - In the morning along with breakfast cereals
Should you have banana on an empty stomach - No
When to avoid banana - After dinner.

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Malaria is a mosquito-borne disease that kills hundreds of thousands of people, mainly children, every year. Malaria's symptoms are caused by parasites and not mosquitoes. Malaria is transmitted when infected mosquitoes bite and inject malaria parasites into their human victim.
Here are some preventive measures you can take to control malaria and stop it from spreading further.
1. Wear full sleeve protective clothing.
2. Spray mosquito repellents.
3. Use a mosquito net at night as mosquitoes get active during the night and pose a higher risk.
4. Keep your home and surroundings clean without junk, waste, or stagnant water.
5. As soon as you find any possible signs of malaria, consult your doctor immediately.

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Blazing heat and energy-sapping humidity can spell doom on your health in summer. So make sure you are correctly armed with a nutritious diet to fight off summer meltdown!
Include water-rich fruits in your diet. One of our seasonal favourites is Watermelon. Being a rich source of Vitamin A, it is good for your eyes and immunity. In addition, citrulline plays an important role in the synthesis of nitric oxide, which helps lower blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels. Potassium aids in crucial heart functions, improves muscle work, and strengthens bones.
Make a salad with fresh sprouts or nuts, or juice it up with a pinch of rock salt; Watermelon can energise you right away with a dash of much needed freshness anytime of the day.

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It deals with the A, B, Cs of Liver Health!
Can you guess?

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Excessive bruising, prolonged and heavy menstrual periods (menorrhagia), unexplained nosebleeds, and extended bleeding after minor cuts are signs of Haemophilia, a disorder to form a proper blood clot. Out of the 13 major clotting factors in the body, if anyone is deficient or defective, it can lead to mild, moderate, or severe haemophilic conditions. More than 1,36,000 people have Haemophilia in India, and many suffer because of ignorance. So, let us raise awareness to fight Haemophilia together as a community.

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Arguably, the period sync-up hypothesis divides social beliefs into two categories - some believe pheromones cause period sync-up. Pheromones are similar to hormones but work outside of the body. They induce activity in other individuals, such as s*xual arousal. Therefore, when a female having a period lives with another female, due to pheromone interaction, periods can sync up. Interestingly insects secrete pheromones to communicate. However, medical researchers have not established a significant communicative response between human pheromones, which is why this belief is shunned by many. The other group offers a straight logic that periods are a 27 days recurring event whereby the natural tendency of two women's menstrual cycles is bound to coincide.

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Morning nausea can happen to anyone besides pregnant women. It's a symptom of poor work-life balance, sleep disorders, alcohol addiction, chronic stress, obesity issues, and dehydration. There is nothing to be alarmed about, though.
For effective remedy, reach out to a specialist and get checked.

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Did you know a pregnant woman is at higher risk of delivering a premature baby if she contracts COVID-19? That's why it's vital that expecting mothers and family members stay alert and take extreme care to prevent COVID-19. Avoid social functions and crowded spaces, wear a mask, and sanitise regularly to keep the baby healthy and safe.

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With Precaution, Prevention, Practice, & Preparation, we can achieve multiple health goals! Play your part to raise your standards and awareness to protect the collective health of the world community.

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Postmenopausal women are at higher risk of getting Lichen sclerosus, a condition that creates patchy white skin around the ge***al & a**l areas.
History of previous skin damage, overactive immune system or hormonal imbalance may trigger lichen sclerosus.
Check with a doctor immediately for diagnosis & treatment.

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Prevention of any disease starts with awareness. Here's a quiz to check yours. So share your answers, and don't forget to tag your friends and family.

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Vitamin C is an essential vitamin that helps our body absorb iron. Because the body can't produce or retain Vitamin C, it should be included in everyday diet.

However, overdosing on Vitamin C can be harmful. According to standard medicine, the recommended vitamin dose for an adult is 65 - 90 mg per day.

Talk to a nutritionist to regulate vitamin C amounts and avoid overdosing.

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Gingerol, the main bioactive compound of ginger, makes it one of the healthiest spices with multiple proven health benefits. Gingerol has potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which can cure seasonal cough and cold.

Other Benefits
- Aids better digestion
- Prevents nausea
- Combats soreness and fungal infections
- Can help reduce osteoarthritis symptoms
- Lower blood sugar levels and LDL, and
- Can protect against age-related brain damage.

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Anyone who experiences extreme pelvic pain during menstruating days should get checked for endometriosis.
Commonly the endometrial lining is present inside the uterus. Endometriosis is a condition in which the endometrial tissue appears outside the uterus.

How effective is surgery?
Hysterectomy with oophorectomy, i.e. removal of the ovaries, can be an effective option for endometriosis. However, the success rate is around 85%.

While surgery can help relieve pain, there is no guarantee that it will cure endometriosis. Since it is impossible to remove every cell of endometrial tissues, symptoms can recur, and the pain can be back even after 2-4 years of surgery.

Endometriosis and pregnancy problems
Removing both ovaries may provide long term relief from endometriosis. However, in such a scenario, pregnancy becomes impossible. Many women with endometriosis can conceive naturally, but those who suffer from severe symptoms may have difficulty getting pregnant.

Since no case is identical, consulting a specialist to understand the treatment, hormone therapy, and recovery is recommended.

When to see a doctor?
- Long periods
- Painful bowel & urinary disorders during menstruation
- Severe abdominal cramps
- Painful s*xual in*******se

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Rare diseases affect almost 300 million people globally and can be categorised as chronic, progressive and life-threatening. While 72% of rare diseases stem from genetic conditions, other factors that can trigger RD in early childhood are bacterial & viral infections. With 6000 types identified, medical research inclines to believe that rare diseases in most reported cases start in early childhood.

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S*xual education is an indispensable part of healthcare. But unfortunately, a conservative attitude and stereotyping behaviours impede better s*xual health care access and understanding. To strive towards a more inclusive healthcare strategy, we have to break the taboo of shying away from speaking openly, starting now!

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Mood swings, diarrhoea, headaches, abdominal cramps nausea are common symptoms of painful or troubling periods. If you are a victim of such uncomfortable health conditions, make some conscious diet adjustments to feel better.

To eat
- Omega-3 rich Fish can reduce pain intensity and combat period related depression.
- Ginger & Turmeric can soothe achy muscles.
- Dark Chocolate has rich iron content, which can counteract the dip in iron levels on menstruating days.
- Nuts are great energy boosters.
- Yoghurt can keep you away from yeast infections during or after periods.

To avoid
- Excessive salt, sugar, coffee can cause bloating and lead to uneasiness.
- Alcohol can exacerbate period symptoms and make you sick.
- High prostaglandins found in red meat can cause period cramps
- Spicy food can lead to severe diarrhoea and other digestive issues.

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The brain needs enough creative juice to feel active and perform well. Yawns are signals which indicate brain fatigue. It is also an involuntary response of the body to breathe more air so that oxygen can reach the neurotransmitters and keep the brain from shutting down.

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If Polycystic ovarian syndrome or PCOS is diagnosed and managed in time, it is not impossible to become pregnant and conceive a healthy baby.

Medical studies reveal that 70% of women with PCOS take longer than usual to become pregnant and require fertility treatment.

What happens in PCOS?
The body produces higher levels of androgens, a type of hormone that is important for developing male reproductive organs and traits.
High levels of androgens interrupt ovulation - the normal development and release of eggs. Without the release of healthy eggs, fertilization becomes a problem which is why pregnancy complications may arise.

How to identify PCOS?
Check for
- Excessive hair growth, especially on the back, chest and limbs
- Erratic and irregular periods
- Ovarian cysts
- Weight problems, especially gaining fat around the abdomen
- Acne-prone skin
- Male pattern baldness and hair thinning issues

How to check PCOS
To check PCOS, regulating menstruation is a vital treatment factor.
Talk to your gynaecologist about medications that can help you have regular periods. Also, consider making some lifestyle changes like losing weight, coping with stress better, controlling diabetes, regular exercises and a healthy diet.

Where to start?
PCOS patients keen to conceive must work with a fertility specialist for a safe pregnancy.

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Karvol has antiseptic and antibacterial properties, which cleanses mucous and prevents the build-up of bacterial infection. For optimum benefit, inhale steam using Karvol before going to bed for more than 2 minutes at a time. However, it might cause ocular irritation. Therefore it is best to keep your eyes closed.
Repeat it twice a day if possible.

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Fruits are one of the healthiest diet choices, but they also have adverse effects on the body if consumed at the wrong time.

It is easier for the body to break down the fruit-sugar contents on an empty stomach. So can you guess the time when it is most beneficial to have your daily dose of nutrients?

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People who have sporadic eating habits put on weight more quickly than others! Evidence shows that how we eat is equally important as what we eat.
In general, when people enjoy their meal, they can keep off from unhealthy snacking. A little mindfulness about your diet and meal-times can be a stepping stone towards a fitter body and a happy mind,
Next time you sit to eat, keep your phone away and concentrate on your food.

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Scared of abnormally heavy and prolonged periods? When menstruating, do you have symptoms like
- passing large clots
- excessive tiredness and fatigue
- aversion to carrying out daily activities
- changing sanitary napkins almost every hour?

It's time to see a doctor!

Menorrhagia can cause periods to last more than a week. However, underlying the symptoms are serious health issues.

Hormone imbalance, including polycystic o***y syndrome, obesity, thyroid, insulin resistance, may result in menorrhagia. Apart from these, uterine fibroids, Polyps, Adenomyosis and certain kidney and liver diseases can also trigger menorrhagia.

Menorrhagia factors and severity can vary with age and from medical conditions left undiagnosed. To steer clear of anaemia and excessive pain, consult a gynaecologist today.

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HPV 16 & HPV 18 are the two most dangerous cervical cancer-causing viruses, which are mainly transmitted through s*xual contact. Other STIs like syphilis, gonorrhoea or herpes can also lead to cervical cancer. Therefore, use protection during in*******se and stay safe.

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Warm feet in bed send sleep signals to your brain that it’s time for shuteye. While hot water bottles, heat pads and electric blankets are helpful, they may cause overheating and end up interfering with sleep. So wearing cotton or woollen socks is an excellent idea to get ample warmth for keeping your feet warm. However, ensure that you wear socks that are not too tight, and avoid compression socks unless advised by a doctor.

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