Mohan Garikiparithi got his degree in medicine from Osmania University (University of Health Sciences). He practiced clinical medicine for over a decade before he shifted his focus to the field of health communications. During his active practice he served as the head of the Dept. of Microbiology in a diagnostic centre in India. On a three-year communications program in Germany, Mohan developed a keen interest in German Medicine (Homoeopathy), and other alternative systems of medicine. He now advocates treating different medical conditions without the use of traditional drugs. An ardent squash player, Mohan believes in the importance of fitness and wellness.
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Fibrosis in heart and kidneys increases with smoking, according to research findings. In addition, smoking can worsen already existing kidney disease. Fibrosis, which is scarring of organ tissue, can negatively impact the function of the affected organ. The researchers conducted their study on two groups of rats: One with normal kidney function and the other ...click here to read more
Using the mannitol challenge asthma test in non-clinical settings may yield false results. The test is widely accepted as an effective means in diagnosing asthma, but its general accuracy has not been fully explored. The mannitol challenge test is an easy and cost-effective way to detect whether the airways are likely to contract or narrow ...click here to read more
Chronic kidney disease patients can improve organ function with urate-lowering therapy. Chronic kidney disease is the gradual loss of kidney function. Higher levels of uric acid in gout patients can contribute to chronic kidney disease (CKD). Which brings up the question of whether lowering urate in the body can prevent CKD. To answer this questions, ...click here to read more
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Nearly 11 percent of stroke survivors will suffer from epilepsy, according to recent reports. The greater the brain damage the higher the risk of epilepsy. The researchers analyzed 450 stroke survivors in the U.K. and uncovered that 11 percent of them suffered from epilepsy after experiencing a brain attack. The risk of epilepsy after stroke ...click here to read more
A new study has found that testosterone therapy may increase the risk of blood clots. The study found that men on testosterone therapies had a 63 percent higher risk of developing a potentially fatal blood clot known as venous thromboembolism (VTE). VTE can lead to stroke, organ damage, heart attack, or even death. Lead researcher ...click here to read more
A low-carb diet can lead to healthy changes in your metabolism, according to research findings. The researchers also uncovered that timing your exercise may play a role in your metabolism, too. The study found that among those who ate three meals a day with 30 percent carbs over the course of 24 hours had a ...click here to read more
Here’s some good news: America’s cholesterol levels continue to decline, meaning more Americans are reducing their risk of a cardiovascular event. The study points to the fact that many Americans are consuming healthier diets. The research team led by Asher Rosinger of the CDC wrote, “Removal of trans-fatty acids in foods has been suggested as ...click here to read more
Gut flora plays an important role in the weight loss success, even after a strict diet. After losing weight, some people gain it back – this is sometimes referred to as “yo-yo” obesity. In addition to gaining that lost weight, some people even end up with more pounds than they had before their weight loss. ...click here to read more
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