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M.Sc (Bio-Informatics)
Shravanthi has completed her post graduate degree in Bio-Informatics at Stella Maris College, Chennai. She has been teaching Biology for school and college students for the past 6 years through online tutoring. She has also completed a course on medical lab technology. Her interests include cooking view more..
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Association Between the 2 Key Proteins of Alzheimer's Explained
individuals with Alzheimer's show increased amount of Tau protein. there is a direct correlation between the amount of amyloid in a person's brain and the amount of tau produced in the brain.
Regular Consumption of Grilled Meat May Increase the Risk of High Blood Pressure
The risk of high blood pressure may increase in people who consume grilled beef, chicken or fish meat regularly. Chemicals called HAAs (heterocyclic aromatic amines) are produced when meat is grilled
Hypoglycemia can be Detected by a Heart Beat Monitor
A wearable heart beat monitor helps in early detection of hypoglycemia in type 1 diabetes patients. Hypoglycemia if untreated leads to seizures, loss of consciousness or even death
High Consumption of Red Meat may Cause Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
NAFLD (non-alcoholic fatty liver disease) and insulin resistance may be caused due to high consumption of red and processed meat.
Benefits of Insulin Pump in Children With Type 1 Diabetes
Insulin pump system is an effective method to manage type I diabetes in young children.The insulin pump increases the percentage of time spent in target glucose range and lowers A1c levels considerably.
