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BAMS, Post Graduate Diploma in Hospital Management
A doctor who is qualified in complementary medicine and keeps herself abreast with what is latest in the medical field through constant research. Meenakshy has worked as a content writer in the past and continues to contribute as a Freelancer. Her other interests include reading, writing, cooking view more..
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Ideal Lifestyle for Cardiovascular Health also Benefits Eye Health
Ideal cardiovascular health, which is indicative of a healthy lifestyle, lowered the odds for ocular diseases, like age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, cataract, and glaucoma. This shows that interventions to prevent cardiovascular diseases may also help in preventing ocular diseases.
Broccoli, and Brussels Sprouts Improve Blood Vessel Health
Cruciferous vegetables could help prevent advanced blood vessel disease by reducing the calcification process. The build-up of fatty, calcium deposits in the blood vessels is the reason for reduced blood flow to the body leading to heart attack and stroke.
Can a Healthy Diet Prolong the Onset of Parkinson’s Disease?
High adherence to a healthy diet rich in legumes, vegetables, and nuts lower the risk of having three or more symptoms that precede Parkinson's disease. Some preceding symptoms include non-motor symptoms such as constipation, daytime sleepiness, and depression that appear before movement problems.
How Has COVID-19 Impacted Use of Telehealth Visits?
Older adults are increasingly comfortable with telehealth, especially in 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Telehealth is an effective means for older adults to access health care from the safety of their own homes.
Tips to Manage Diabetes in Children During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Impacts of COVID-19 infection on diabetic children will depend on the blood glucose level control. If left uncontrolled, diabetes can severely weaken the immune system due to high blood sugar levels, which makes it harder to treat viral infections like COVID-19 and thus complicates the condition.
