Lactose is a simple sugar found in nature. Two sugars, galactose and glucose, combine to create lactose. Are you lactose intolerant? What are the signs of lactose intolerance? How can you tell if you are? To find the answer, one must understand how lactose is produced. When galactose and glucose
Astigmatism is a common vision condition caused by an irregular curvature of the cornea or lens. It results in blurred or distorted vision. In a normal eye, the cornea and lens are evenly curved, allowing light to focus on a single point on the retina. In astigmatism, the cornea or
“Assume you have achieved homeostasis. Would you need to focus on anything else? Remember, from my article yesterday, I was speaking to entrepreneurs. Smart people always looking for an edge. “Breath” I said. If you wished, you could build a stack a mile high. Filled with myriad cures, magic pills,
“What is the one universal principle that has not changed? Something that you would hold to be true, no matter what, when it came to health?” I was being asked a deep question, having just concluded my talk to seventy entrepreneurs. Homeostasis, I said without hesitation. Coined by Walter Cannon,
You keep speaking to yourself. In your head. All the time. Have you ever wondered why? What is the biological or evolutionary benefit of speaking to yourself? You hear people asking you to tame, slow down, or even stop the thoughts. That’s all well and good, but it begs
So a famous person cured themselves of stage four cancer using turmeric, neem and fasting. Can you do the same? Should you also follow their advice and attempt to cure yourself by shunning modern medicine? The short answer is no. There are too many reasons. I will try to cover
Food delivered in ten minutes is the promise. Sounds like magic, doesn’t it? But you have to ask, how can your dinner be delivered in under ten minutes? Try telling your mum you want lunch in ten minutes or less and see what she says. Your ears ringing from
Depression is a health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Among the various theories explaining depression, the idea that gut health plays a role is becoming increasingly popular. Depression is a complex interplay of genetics, neurological factors, and your environment. People generally accept stress as a trigger. Researchers have
"My stomach gets hot if I eat these foods." Have you heard yourself or someone you know say something like this? Do you believe that your stomach can get hot? Is it even possible for you to feel heat in your stomach? Doesn't Ayurveda tell you
Nitric oxide is made in the body by the enzyme nitric oxide synthase (NOS) from the amino acid arginine. Arginine is an element in the protein you eat. Why, you ask, am I focusing on nitric oxide? When you eat nuts and seeds, lean meats, yoghurt, and dairy, your body
We tend to look at weight as an aesthetic issue. It affects the way I see myself in the mirror. In reality the consequences of excess weight extend far beyond mere aesthetics. Let us look at the effect of weight on your kidneys. The kidneys are remarkable organs responsible for
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If you live in a metro city, chances are you adapted to make peace with it. Traffic, distances, lack of schools, hospitals, and so on. So when someone says they are building a new city, you stand up and take notice. What is their vision? What are they building? Can
I don’t know about you, but I am writing this article sitting on my chair. It has a backrest. Does yours? Have you considered the fact that a back rest may not be good for you? I used to slouch all the time. Overweight with poor muscle development, it
Melanin is a pigment that gives your skin a dark hue. Darker-skinned people produce more melanin. But did you know that your brain produces melanin, and it is linked to neurodegenerative diseases? The melanin made in your brain is called neuromelanin to distinguish it from the pigment made in your
“What is your body fat percentage?” If you or your healthcare provider did not ask this question, you are missing a vital marker of future health. Good or bad. I am sorry if this sounds like scare mongering. By the end, I hope to convince you it is not. Your
“The arteries are fifty percent blocked.” Have you heard this statement in the context of the health of your loved one? Have you wondered why the arteries got blocked? Is there something you can do about it? Your body produces a lipid known as low-density lipoprotein, or LDL. Labelled the
Quick, hold your breath. No, really, hold it and count before you read more. How long could you hold? The duration tells you a lot about the health of your lung and respiratory function. Most human beings can hold their breath for durations that range from ten seconds to ninety
What are the secrets to a healthy and long life? Is there anyone reading this not seeking the answer to this question? So is the answer simple? Complicated? Easy to follow? Impossible to achieve? To understand this, let us start with the simplest version of the truth. Do we know
Estimates show that over 43 million people were blind in 2021. Over 293 million people suffer from partial blindness. So an exciting new discovery that could help restore vision is welcome. There are many reasons for blindness. Cataracts, diabetic retinopathy glaucoma. Another reason for blindness is a development of opaqueness
Quick, look at the computer. Yes, the one you are using to read this. Can you see the particles being emitted? No? Before you think I am crazy, let me assure you that they are emitting particles. You just can’t see them. Computers emit a variety of electromagnetic radiation,
Ultraviolet light is a spectrum of light from the sun. It has a spectrum ranging from 100 nm to 400 nm. Ultraviolet light is an excellent way to disinfect your home. The best way, obviously, is to allow as much sunlight as possible into your home. But given the constraints
Photosynthesis is a process by which plants convert sunlight into energy. It is responsible for all life on earth, including you and me. If you and I could match the efficiency of a plant, we would need to eat, perhaps once a year. Losing weight would be unnecessary. So what
Muscles are essential for strength and flexibility. But did you know that muscles play a vital role in regulating your blood sugar? Let us unpack the reason why. Your body converts the food you consume into energy as sugar. Your body stores this sugar in three locations before converting it