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Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women. Risk increases with age with approximately 77% of women being over the age of 50 at the time of diagnosis. Risk doubles if there are first or second degree relatives with breast cancer. However, family history contributes to only 5 - 10% of breast cancers. Men are not completely immune to breast cancer and about 1% of all breast cancers are found in men. Other risk factors which are associated with breast cancer are: Early onset of periods Late menopause

Max Team In Cancer Care / Oncology

Jul 01 , 2014 | 1 min read

Beat Cancer with Nutritious Food

Nutrition is the key when it comes to management of cancer. What you eat has a direct impact on your health - right from diagnosis of cancer through its treatment and recovery. Eating food that is nutritious and appetizing is what matters most. Keeping in mind loss of appetite due to treatments and therapies, cancer patients should try to incorporate a variety of dishes and recipes to keep their energy levels going.Taking a healthy diet that includes appetizing soups, salads, and smoothies will help in d

Max Team In Dietetics Nutrition And Dietetics

Jun 30 , 2014 | 2 min read

Foods Mistaken as Not So Healthy

Bananas: This wholesome fruit has been misconstrued as not so healthy. In fact it is packed with vitamins and minerals including vitamin C, potassium, fibre and antioxidants. The sugar present in it is a naturally occurring sugar and not an added one like in processed and packaged foods. Honey coating in breakfast cereals, high fructose corn syrup in breads are examples of added sugar and not natural. Bananas can be used as an excellent snack in between meals or a pre-workout snack. Butter: It is cons

Max Team In Dietetics Nutrition And Dietetics

Jun 30 , 2014 | 1 min read

For Your EYES - Prevention Is Better Than Cure

For most of eye diseases, early detection is the best prevention. Preventive Tips: Protect your eyes from Ultra-Violet rays of the sun- Wear sunglasses that block 90 to100 percent UVA and UVB rays. Increase your consumption of antioxidants and vitamins through foods and supplements- Vitamins C & E, beta-carotene, and the mineral selenium are great for your eyes. Increase your intake of yellow fruits and green vegetables like carrots, green leafy vegetables, papaya, mango, grapes, broccoli, etc. for healthy

Max Team In Ophthalmology Eye Care / Ophthalmology

Jun 27 , 2014 | 1 min read

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Simple Home Remedies For Loose Motions

Loose motions or Diarrhea is one of the most common ailments across every age group – from infants and mothers to the elderly. Diarrhea is the frequent passage of watery or loose stools across irregular intervals. There are many possible causes of Diarrhea. These include allergies, food poisoning, infections, and stress. As such, Diarrhea is merely a symptom of one of many possible causes. Most of the time, loose motions is not a serious problem and can be treated at home. Below, we've outlined 3 simple h

Dr. Manoj Ranka In Internal Medicine

Feb 22 , 2018 | 1 min read

Indian Diet Plan In Pregnancy

To make sure that what you eat helps your body and also helps you stay interested, spread out your food through the day by following different food ideas. You can mix and match the following depending on how much you can eat and whether you are vegetarian or non vegetarian.

Dr. Neera Aggarwal In Obstetrics And Gynaecology Nutrition And Dietetics

Nov 07 , 2020 | 1 min read

PCOD and PCOS - Symptoms, Causes, Differences & Treatment

Polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD) or polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a syndrome that has taken modern world by storm. Polycystic ovarian disease or syndrome is a very common disease heard in today's younger generation. It is a must that young girls understand this disease at an early stage as well as its causes and future implications. It is a hormonal disorder with: Imbalance of the two female hormones estrogen and progesterone with estrogen taking the upper hand – menstrual irregularities, infer

Dr. Kamna Nagpal In Obstetrics And Gynaecology

Jun 30 , 2016 | 1 min read

Balanced Diet - Definition, Importance, Benefits & Diet Chart

A balanced diet is a diet that contains the right proportion of different food types so that your body gets the required carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, proteins, minerals.

Ritika Samaddar In Dietetics

Jan 24 , 2022 | 1 min read

Facts About Kidney Transplant

Kidney Transplant - an effective solution for patients suffering from end stage renal disease. The incidences of Kidney failure are increasing alarmingly with factors like hypertension and diabetes contributing to it. Once the kidney starts deteriorating, it becomes Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). With time, functioning of kidney progressively deteriorates till it is not able to sustain body functions; this is End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). At this stage, dialysis becomes mandatory for proper functioning

Max Team In Urology

Jun 30 , 2014 | 2 min read

Refreshing Beverages

Lime & Watermelon Tonic Ingredients: Watermelon: 1 Chilled water: 1 litre Lemon Juice: 2 Sweetener: according to taste Mint leaves- 3-4 no. cubes, to serve Method: Using a sharp knife, chop the watermelon into chunks, cutting off the skin & discarding the black seeds. Place the watermelon chunks in a large bowl, pour the chilled water over & leave to stand for 10 min. Strain the watermelon chunks, and then push them through a juicer. Stir in the lime juice & sugar free to taste. Pour into a jug, add ice

Max Team In Dietetics Nutrition And Dietetics

Jun 30 , 2014 | 1 min read

How Good is Soya Milk and Other Milk Available in Market

There is a dizzying array of milk beverages in the market. Which milk is the best? Today you can buy not only dairy milks like cow or goat milk, but also milk alternatives such as soy, almond, coconut and rice milks. One of the biggest differences between these types of milk is their lactose content, meaning the amount of milk sugars present in the substance. Cow milk contains the highest amount of lactose, which can make it undrinkable for anyone who is lactose intolerant. People are deficient in the la

Max Team In Dietetics Nutrition And Dietetics

Jun 30 , 2014 | 2 min read

Tips Take Care of Your Skin in Summer

The summer months in hot tropical India generally see an increase in patients visiting dermatologists . In summer, sweat and oil secretions increase. These are deposited on the skin, making it look greasy and also attract dirt and pollutants. The skin loses its glow and looks dull. A drop in personal hygiene often leads to cutaneous infections that affect skin health as well. Personal cleansing is of utmost importance during summer. One should bathe twice daily and wash one's face several times a day. H

Dr. Nitin S. Walia In Dermatology

Jun 30 , 2014 | 3 min read

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