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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Why It’s so Important to Get Your Blood Pressure under Control

A new study has uncovered that controlling high blood pressure may help stall dementia. The study was a large randomized trial, and it found that patients who underwent intensive treatment for high blood pressure were 19 percent less likely to experience early cognitive deficiencies compared to those who underwent traditional blood pressure treatment. Early cognitive ...click here to read more

Beat the Bloat with These Food Swaps

We all get bloated from time to time. Maybe we overeat too quickly; eat foods we’re intolerant or allergic to, or sometimes we get bloated, and we don’t know why. Diet does play a significant role in bloating, and knowing which foods to eat and which to avoid can go a long way in reducing ...click here to read more

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Another Reason to Enjoy the Mediterranean Diet

Is there any condition that the Mediterranean diet can’t make better? Numerous studies have suggested that this style of eating can protect your heart and brain. Now, you can add bones to that list. The latest research findings suggest that seniors who adhere to the Mediterranean-like diet can experience slower bone loss. Osteoporosis is a ...click here to read more

Do You Know the Differences in Saturated Fat?

When it comes to heart health, saturated fat is often ill-advised. This is because saturated fat contributes to artery plaque build-up and cholesterol, which leads to clogged arteries and ups the risk of heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. But not all saturated fat is equal. Saturated fat in our diet typically comes from consuming ...click here to read more

Can Memory Loss Finally Be Reversed?

With Alzheimer’s disease cases growing, there is a strong need for further treatment of this memory-stealing disease. Researchers everywhere are working hard to not only better understand Alzheimer’s disease, but to find better modes of treatment for it, and they may be closer than ever. Researchers from the University of Buffalo may have found a ...click here to read more

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