In the vast landscape of public health challenges, tobacco addiction stands as a formidable and silent menace. With a staggering number of smokers and users of smokeless tobacco, our country is grappling with an epidemic that demands urgent attention and concerted efforts. India's tobacco epidemic is a significant public health threat, with over 1 billion tobacco smokers worldwide, and India being the second-largest consumer. It accounts for 12% of global tobacco smokers and suffers from a high burden of tobacco-related deaths.  Passive smoking poses risks, with over 60,000 children dying annually from related infections. Urgent action is needed to raise awareness, implement control measures, and create smoke-free environments for a healthier future. Tobacco Addiction Cycle: Tobacco addiction is when a person becomes dependent on tobacco products like cigarettes, chewing tobacco, or snuff. It happens because tobacco contains a substance called nicotine that is highly addicti...

Multiple sclerosis (MS; also known as disseminated sclerosis or encephalomyelitis disseminated) was described by Charcot and Vulpain in 1866 for the first time. MS is chronic condition that affects the central nervous system (CNS), including the brain and spinal cord. MS is an autoimmune disease which affects neurons, the cells of the brain and spinal cord that carry information, create thoughts and perception, and allow the brain to control the body. Around these neurons is a fatty acid layer that is known as the myelin sheath. Myelin sheath helps the neurons to transfer signals. MS causes gradual destruction of myelin and transection of axon in the brain and spinal cord. According to the area of demyelination in the brain and spinal cord, MS manifests its symptoms Early Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis: 1. Fatigue: Feeling excessively tired even after adequate rest or sleep.😫 2. Numbness or Tingling: Sensations of numbness, tingling, or pins and needles in the limbs, face, or other pa...

  Today, on World Digestive Health Day, we are  celebrating the remarkable intricacy and importance of our digestive system.  Our digestive health plays a vital role in our overall well-being, influencing our physical, mental, and emotional states.  Let's first understand the process of Digestion: 1. Chewing: Digestion begins in the mouth as we chew our food. The teeth break down the food into smaller pieces, while saliva mixes with it to start the process of breaking down carbohydrates. 2. Swallowing: Once we've chewed the food, we swallow it, and it travels down the esophagus, a tube that connects the mouth to the stomach. 3. Stomach: In the stomach, the food mixes with stomach acid and digestive enzymes. This helps break down proteins and kill harmful bacteria. The stomach muscles also churn the food, turning it into a thick liquid called chyme. 4. Small Intestine: From the stomach, the chyme moves into the small intestine. Here, the pancreas and the liver release...

  POTENTISATION/ POTENTISATION Potentia = Ability to Perform Potential = Capable of coming into action Potentiate = Make more powerful  Homoeopathic remedies are known for their incredible effectiveness in treating a wide range of health issues. They are basically therapeutically active micro doses of mineral, botanical and biological substances. However, what makes homoeopathy unique is the way in which remedies are prepared and administered - through the use of potencies. Homoeopathy is based on 3 principles in a gist- 1- Like cures like - a substance than can cause symptoms in a healthy person can also be used to treat those same symptoms in a sick person.  2- Extreme dilution enhances the medicine's healing properties and hence gives no side effects ie The potency of a remedy refers to the degree of dilution and the number of succussions, or vigorous shaking, it has undergone. 3- The whole person must be taken into consideration when choosing a remedy.  But what ...

 A holistic approach to health is a philosophy that considers the whole person, including their physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. Rather than treating just the symptoms of a specific illness, a holistic approach aims to identify and address the underlying root causes of health issues. This approach to health emphasizes the importance of lifestyle factors such as nutrition, exercise, and stress management in promoting overall well-being. It also recognizes the interconnection between different aspects of health, such as how mental health can affect physical health and vice versa. Holistic approaches to health, such as homeopathy, have gained popularity in recent years due to their focus on natural remedies and lifestyle changes. By addressing imbalances in the body and promoting overall health and wellness, holistic approaches to health offer a comprehensive and sustainable way to maintain optimal health. Homeopathy takes a holistic approach to health, treating ...

Homoeopathy is a natural and holistic system of medicine that was developed over 200 years ago by a German physician, Dr. Samuel Hahnemann. The word "homoeopathy" is derived from the Greek words "homoios," meaning similar, and "pathos," meaning suffering. The basic principle of homoeopathy is "like cures like," which means that a substance that causes symptoms in a healthy person can be used to treat similar symptoms in a sick person. Homoeopathy is based on the idea that the body has a natural ability to heal itself, and that the role of a homoeopathic practitioner is to stimulate the body's natural healing process. Unlike conventional medicine, which often relies on drugs that suppress symptoms, homoeopathy aims to treat the underlying cause of a disease or illness. Homoeopathy is a safe and effective form of medicine that can be used to treat a wide range of conditions, from acute illnesses like colds and flu, to chronic diseases such as a...