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Neha Garg is a clinical dietician and health writer with an outstanding academic and clinical background. A post-graduate from the prestigious Lady Irwin College, she was also a Delhi University topper. With a work experience spanning more than a decade, she has worked for renowned healthcare organizations such as Indraprastha Apollo Hospital and HealthifyMe. An avid reader and health enthusiast, she also develops customized diet plans along with personal diet consultations. Presently, she is working with EbixCash as a senior medical writer.
Why Hangovers Hurt Worse After 30? Here are the Reason and a Definite Solution to it!
If you are in your 30s and reading this article, chances are that the above topic has struck a chord. Yes! Hangovers exist and they seem to get worse as we age. While your 20s may have buzzed by smoothly in terms of dealing with the ‘morning after’ an office party o... Read More
- Lifestyle
- February 12, 2019
Why Zinc is Important to Include in Your Diet?
Zinc is one nutrient, which although is only needed in tiny quantities, has a tremendous impact on your health and well-being. An important trace mineral, zinc is necessary for a healthy immune system, and it also plays a role in wound healing, fertility, and the breakd... Read More
- Diet and Nutrition
- January 02, 2019
Troubled With Joint Pain Due to Hypothyroidism? Try These Steps to Get Relief!
The thyroid gland is a 2-inch butterfly-shaped gland situated at the base of your neck that controls the way your body uses energy for day-to-day functions. Simple enough! But, do you know what changes take place in your body when the activity of this gland slows down a... Read More
- Health A-Z
- September 10, 2023
Do You Know Why Our Elders Always Stop Us From Drinking Water While Eating?
Is drinking water with meals healthy? This is a common doubt many people have. While our elders forbade us from sipping on water while eating, the doubt continues to linger. A common belief is that drinking water in between the meals interferes with the digestion proces... Read More
- Diet and Nutrition
- November 14, 2018
Fix All Your Hair Woes Using Amla - The Superfood for Your Hair!
A healthy mane is a reflection of your inner health and personality, and attaining one is not such a mammoth task as it is made out to be. In fact, the secret to gorgeous hair lies in your own kitchen.The magic ingredient talked about here is Amla or the Indian gooseber... Read More
- Skin and Hair Care
- October 11, 2018
Truth or Myth: Size of Your Brain Determines Your Intelligence!
It is a common belief that people who are more clever and intelligent have larger brains. But when it comes to intelligence, does the size of the brain really matter?Intelligence is a person's ability to solve problems occurring in their natural and social environment t... Read More
- Truth Or Myth
- October 04, 2018
5 Foods That You Should Never Consume On an Empty Stomach
The goal of healthy eating is not just about choosing foods that are good for you. Instead, for maintaining good health – ‘when’ you eat is just as important as ‘what’ you eat! If you are eating all the right foods but at the wrong time, it can do more harm th... Read More
- Diet and Nutrition
- September 25, 2018
Truth or Myth: Drinking Milk When You Have Cough Increases Phlegm Production!
Cough is too annoying to deal with. Not to mention the irritating sticky mucus, stuffy nose, and choked throat that comes along with it! Everyone - from your mother to the friendly neighborhood uncle, and grannies – will give you a list of foods to eat or drink. And, ... Read More
- Truth Or Myth
- September 10, 2018
Truth or Myth: Sitting Too Close to the TV Will Weaken Your Vision
Perhaps all of us can recall being warned by our parents that watching TV from too close a distance can damage our eyesight. But do you think this belief, which still abounds about the eye care, is really true? Can sitting too close to the television really weaken our v... Read More
- Truth Or Myth
- September 07, 2018
Hepatitis B Vaccines: What You Need To Know
Hepatitis B is a highly contagious liver disease caused by the Hepatitis B Virus (HBV). HBV spreads when anyone comes in contact with the infected blood or certain body fluids (like urine or semen) of an infected person. The severity of this infection can range from bei... Read More
- Health A-Z
- July 27, 2018
Are You a Diabetic? Do You Find Needle Pricks for Blood Sampling an Ordeal, Then CGM is a Boon!!
As a diabetic yourself, or living with someone who has diabetes, it is a continuous struggle to get a hang of the medications, blood glucose values and other terminologies related to diabetes. And to top it all, now comes this new one - Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CG... Read More
- Diabetes
- July 26, 2018
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Q - My wife is suffering from some Skin rashes - looks like dry skin due to excessive use of soap
A - Hi, You seem right, these rashes look like due to dryness which may be due to use of excessive soap etc. As she spends a lot of time in washroom, she might be using abnormally exces...
Q - Should I be worried I have last night woke up 2 different times with leg cramps, BAD, and chils?
A - Hi, Thanks for your query Muscle cramps in legs & chills some times may be due to muscle strain, lack of sleep & dehydration etc. These are usually self limiting & go by themselves in some tim...
Q - Could I rather take Zinc and Magneisum glycate supplement to help brining down the TSH level?
A - Hello I have gone through your query and your attached reports. The most common cause of high TSH level is an autoimune condition called Hashimoto thyroiditis. Probable this is the cause of your thy...
Q - My dad heart function is currently between 30% and 35%, which has been causing extreme fatigue
A - Hello After going through the details I can understand your concern and I would like to tell you that EECP is a accepted procedure to relieve symptoms of angina (chest pain) and also can improve the...
Q - Suggest some health drink or multi vitamin/mineral for overall growth ?
A - Hello and welcome here, Kindly let me know her weight and height, so that I am better able to help. Also let me know her hemoglobin levels and levels of other vitamins/minerals like calcium, iron,...
Q - Could you please suggest medications that are safe to use for eye infection ?
A - Hello and welcome here, I have seen the attached photo. You can use the Moxiflox eye drops twice a day in the eyes for 3-5 days to control the infection. Also wash the eyes frequently with clean w...
Q - Why no bleeding at period this time?
A - Hello and welcome, As discussed over the chat, kindly do the pregnancy test in one week . If you have any more queries, please feel free to ask in followup. Regards, Dr Vaishalee...
Q - For the past 2 weeks, my pulse rate has been getting very high at random moments during the day
A - Hi, Thanks for your query I would like to know some more details Weight and height ? Are you on any medications? Do you have Thyroid related issues ? Do you have anxiety issues ? Waiting for yo...
Q - What are the chances of HIV?
A - Hello, welcome to Ask a Doctor Services. I have read your question. You had HIV RNA PCR (at 2 weeks) done. This test is highly sensitive. A "not detected" result at 2 weeks is very reassuring. ...
Q - My son is having cold for more than a week
A - Hello, These symptoms seem to be related to a viral influenza. I recommend your son to drink plenty of water to remain well hydrated. Try to avoid cold drinks and dairy products. I also ...
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