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Filed on November 11, 2020 Many healthcare providers are seeing the need to identify and assess various post-covid effects on an individual which could be physical or mental, and addressing these medical needs with appropriate services. Exclusive clinics offer pulmonary-focused, multidisciplinary evaluation and care for patients who have recovered, but are battling mid and long-term persistent effects of the infection. At Zulekha Hospital a complete assessment is done by the pulmonologist to check for any lasting infections causing other ailments and subsequently referred to other specialists for further treatment depending on the diagnosis. For a better understanding two of our experts, Dr...

From boosting foods to lifestyle changes to a healthy attitude 1. FOCUS ON FOOD “I believe in the power of immune-boosting foods,” says Dr. Darling. “Choosing whole, unprocessed foods does wonders for overall health.” Dr. Darling recommends these immunity boosters: Garlic: Allicin, a compound in garlic, is well-known for its ability to boost the immune system. The most benefit comes from eating one-half of a raw garlic clove daily. If you can’t stomach raw garlic, the next best thing is to roast it. Prebiotics: Robust gut bacteria protect us against infection. Keep those bacteria healthy with prebiotics that contain fiber, specifically inulin fiber. Excellent sources of prebiotics a...

  Eating a healthy, balanced diet will help your baby get the nutrients they need and grow at a healthy rate. But how many extra calories do you really need? Though you do need some extra calories, it's not necessary to ''eat for two.'' The average pregnant woman needs only about 300 healthy calories more a day than they did before they were pregnant. This will help them gain the right amount of weight during pregnancy. Ask your health care provider how much weight you should gain. A woman who was average weight before getting pregnant should gain 25 to 35 pounds after becoming pregnant. Underweight women should gain 28 to 40 pounds. And overweight women may need to gain only 15 to 25 p...

11 STRIKES AGAINST STROKE You can fight stroke on many fronts. A single thrust is good; a many-pronged attack is even better. Here are 11 things you can do to stay stroke-free: 1. Know and control your blood pressure. 2. Don't smoke; stop if you do. 3. Lose weight if needed. 4. Become more active. 5. Identify and manage atrial fibrillation. 6. Be aggressive about treating a transient ischemic attack (TIA, or mini-stroke). 7. Treat circulatory problems like peripheral artery disease, sickle cell disease, or severe anemia. 8. Know and control your blood sugar and cholesterol. 9. If you drink alcohol, do so in moderation. 10. Adopt a healthy diet low in sodium and rich in potassiu...

7 SIMPLE FOOD SWAPS TO REDUCE CHILDREN'S SUGAR INTAKEPublished: October 07, 2020 │ Tabitha Barda Sugar is linked to a host of health problems - here's how to help your child cut down SPICE IT UP WITH CINNAMON: Sprinkle ground cinnamon to snacks or meals for taste. Considered safe for kids from 6 months up, it is a natural spice that is packed with antioxidants and assists in lowering blood glucose levels. Its warming, aromatic flavour also lends a taste that many kids love. WISE UP TO YOGHURT: Yoghurt is packed full of bone- and muscle-building calcium and protein, and it also contains probiotics, which can help with immunity by boosting your child's microbiome, These benefits are can...