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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New findings suggest that a low-salt diet does not necessarily help improve bone health in menopausal women. Corresponding author Dr. Laura D. Carbone said, “When we started the study, we thought we were going to be telling everyone again that a low-salt diet is good for your bones. Instead, our message is, low-sodium intake ...click here to read more
Multiple sclerosis fatigue can be successfully managed, according to research studies. Fatigue is a common complaint among multiple sclerosis (MS) patients and, unfortunately, it can negatively impact a person’s life. This is why it is so important to properly manage MS fatigue in order to improve quality of life and overall health. Dr. Sarah Thomas, ...click here to read more
Testosterone treatment in elderly benefits sex drive and mobility, enhances mood, and lowers stroke risk. Testosterone decreases over time, and studies on testosterone therapies in elderly men have often been inconclusive. The latest study has found that administering testosterone therapy to men over the age of 65 can boost sexual function, mobility, and mood, and ...click here to read more
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Sleep apnea in women may lead to a higher degree of brain damage compared to men. Although sleep apnea is most common in men, there are still numerous women who also have this sleep disorder that results in the stoppage of breathing numerous times a night. Sleep apnea has been linked to many health problems ...click here to read more
The common phrase, “You’re only as old as you feel,” has been found to hold true, as research suggests those who feel old have a higher risk of hospitalization. Study author Yannick Stephan said, “Previous research has shown it can affect your well-being and other health-related factors and, now we know it, can predict your ...click here to read more
Osteoporosis can be prevented by potassium salts, which reduce excretion of calcium in urine. The findings come from researchers at the University of Surrey who concluded that potassium salts – commonly found in fruits and vegetables – can help improve bone health. They discovered that potassium salts reduce bone resorption, which is the process where ...click here to read more
High levels of intense exercise have been shown to pose a risk to the heart. The impact of high levels of intense exercise was shown to be cardiotoxic and promote structural changes to the heart, increasing the risk of arrhythmias. By now we know the importance of exercise, especially when it comes to the heart. ...click here to read more
The risk of angina increases in heart attack patients without obstructive coronary artery disease (CAD). The researchers analyzed data from 5,539 patients from 31 hospitals and found that patients without obstructive CAD were equally likely to develop angina as those with obstructive CAD after one year post-heart attack. Lead author Dr. Anna Grodzinsky commented, “Our ...click here to read more
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