Author Archives : Mohan Garikiparithi

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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Red yeast rice may harm the liver

Red yeast rice is a natural supplement which works similar to a statin in helping to lower cholesterol. Unfortunately, this unregulated supplement could pose a risk to the liver. Red yeast rice has been used for centuries in Asia as a food flavoring enhancer and preservative along with a medicinal agent. It has been previously ...click here to read more

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Working Night Shifts Can Impact Your Bladder

New research findings suggest that working night shifts could impact your bladder health. Night shift workers tend to report higher instances of bladder problems such as frequent urination. Researcher Cosimo De Nunzio explained, “We know that long-term night work is stressful, and is associated with increased levels of health problems. This work shows that constant ...click here to read more

Link between Heart Disease and Depression Uncovered

We’ve known that there was a link between heart disease and depression, but the exact mechanisms that linked the two conditions are unknown. The latest research findings suggest that stress-induced inflammation may be the missing link. Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, and depression is the leading cause of disability. Numerous studies ...click here to read more

Statins Help Lower Cholesterol but Many Patients Not Taking Them

Statins are a class of medications that help reduce cholesterol levels. Although they are effective at better controlling cholesterol, many patients don’t take them. A new study found only six percent of patients took statins as prescribed by their doctor. This prompted researchers to investigate why patients aren’t taking these lifesaving medications. The study included ...click here to read more

Reducing Blood Pressure Protects the Brain

The latest research findings uncovered that reducing blood pressure among seniors helps reduce the accumulation of brain lesions. These benefits were seen among seniors who took medications to keep their 24-hour systolic blood pressure at 130 mm Hg as opposed to those who kept it at 145 mm Hg. A reduction of brain lesions was ...click here to read more

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