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Kanika Kulshreshta is a post-graduate in Food and Nutrition with more than 10 years of experience in the field of medical and health writing. During her career she has been involved in writing for both the digital and print media. She has expertise in writing for in‐depth multimedia (e-Learning) training programs on different disease states, drug pharmacokinetics, scientific abstracts, articles, blogs and web content. Presently, she is working with Ebixcash as a medical writer and associate editor.
Can Intermittent Fasting Help in Weight Loss? Know the Pros and Cons
Fasting is an ancient practice followed by different communities worldwide for religious and health reasons. It may involve eating only at a fixed interval (intermittent fasting), or having only specific foods or drinks, (e.g. only protein-rich foods, juices, or soups t... Read More
- Fitness
- November 11, 2024
Learn How Ashwagandha Can Improve Your Mood, Stress, and Cognitive Function
The Indian ginseng or the Indian winter cherry, commonly known as ashwagandha, is an ancient ayurvedic herb used for thousands of years for its numerous therapeutic properties. Due to its powerful rejuvenation attributes, ashwagandha is considered a miracle herb. K... Read More
- Diet and Nutrition
- October 16, 2024
Things You Should Know About Kidney Function and Ways to Protect It
The two little bean-shaped organs located just below the rib cage on either side of your body are the wonder organs. They work day and night allowing your body to function properly. Your very own filters, the kidneys purify the blood and remove extra fluid and wastes fr... Read More
- Health A-Z
- April 01, 2024
Does the KETO Diet Show Promising Results in Managing Type 2 Diabetes?
Lifestyle modification is the cornerstone of diabetes management. Regular exercise, and adequate nutrition, in combination with drug therapy, if required, can significantly improve long-term outcomes. There are several eating patterns or diets that may work for a diabet... Read More
- Diet and Nutrition
- September 19, 2023
Sticking to a Regular Sleep Schedule Matters! Here's Why?
“The best bridge between despair and hope is a good night's sleep.” – E. Joseph Cossman.Sleep is vital for our health just like a healthy diet and exercise. Good sleep revitalizes our body and mind and aids cognitive and behavioral functions. Adequate sleep also s... Read More
- Lifestyle
- September 08, 2023
Smoking in Pregnancy Raises Risk of Birth Defects: What, Why, and How?
Smoking during pregnancy can have detrimental effects on the fetus that may not only result in developmental complications but can also have life-long consequences for your baby. Tobacco smoke contains more than 7,000 toxic chemicals. Nicotine and other harmful substanc... Read More
- Women Health
- August 24, 2023
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Q - Should I be worried my blood test shows Testerone of 617 and estrogen of 210pg/ml?
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