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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While some municipalities have abandoned contact tracing to track the spread of COVID-19, a new study shows how important it can be for you and your holiday plans. Social distancing recommendations simply might not work when people are indoors. A recent study from South Korea, and reported in the LA Times, shows that even a ...click here to read more
The health value of your holiday meal is debatable. What about the snacks that lead up to it and round it out? Not so much. Well, they might be. There’s no question that many snacks and baked goods people enjoy this time of year are of limited value. Outside of taste and fleeting moments of ...click here to read more
You may be familiar with high blood pressure’s “silent killer” moniker. But you may not be aware of all the ways high blood pressure can diminish your health. High blood pressure, or hypertension, can boost your heart disease risk, heart attack, and stroke. But did you know it can also damage your brain, arteries, kidneys, ...click here to read more
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The holidays don’t have the best reputation from a health perspective. Rich tourtiere, cakes, panettone, and other seasonal specialties are calorically dense and don’t exactly offer a ton of nutritional value. But hey, it’s once a year! Of course, not all holiday food is “bad” for you. Much of it is nutrient-dense and can easily ...click here to read more
When I see products advertising activated charcoal, I can’t help but say, “really? still?” Activated charcoal has enjoyed a real moment for the past couple of years. Now, with the holidays in full swing, it’s being peddled as a healthy reinforcement for liver detox. These companies know that alcohol and sugar consumption go up this ...click here to read more
You need calcium for strong bones and a healthy heart. Too little, and you’re at higher risk for osteoporosis and other bone trouble. Too much, and you may be putting your heart at risk. How do you find a healthy balance? Your body uses calcium for several functions, drawing on reserves in your bones and ...click here to read more
The holidays and healthy eating seem to be at odds with each other. But you can still enjoy the tastes of the season while improving vein and heart health. Holiday staples like cinnamon, walnuts, even red wine and chocolate, can work to relax veins, improve circulation, and ultimately make the season a little easier on ...click here to read more
Are the light rays from your screens digging out your eyes and jeopardizing your vision? According to some, “harmful” blue light rays can boost the likelihood of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cause retinal damage. This might resonate with you. If you notice dry or strained eyes after looking at your computer, tablet, smartphone, or ...click here to read more
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