Health

How Effective Is Okita Nail Fungus Light for Persistent Nail Infections?

Apr 27, 2025 | 736 Views

The Okita Nail Fungus Light offers a contemporary, medication-free approach to persistent nail fungus. It employs Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) to address fungal infections directly at their source, reaching deep into the nail bed where the fungus flourishes. This device fosters natural healing and healthier nails in the long term, unlike creams or oral medications that can cause side effects or provide only temporary relief. Using it regularly, two to three times a day for seven to ten minutes, can result in noticeable improvements within a few weeks. A number of users have noted that their nails are cleaner and smoother, with less discoloration and brittleness. Due to its uncomplicated design and gentle technology, it is a practical and low-cost choice for those looking for a quick and effective at-home solution for nail fungus.

Should almonds and raisins be soaked in colder months?

Apr 24, 2025 | 729 Views

Almonds are rich in monounsaturated fats, which are heart-healthy fats that can help reduce bad cholesterol levels. They contain plant-based proteins, making them an excellent snack for vegetarians or anyone seeking to increase their protein intake. They are packed with essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin E, magnesium, calcium and potassium. Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant, protecting cells from oxidative damage, while magnesium and potassium help regulate blood pressure. A good source of dietary fibre, almonds help improve digestion and keep you feeling full, which can slow down blood glucose release and help with weight management. Raisins are dried grapes that have a natural sweetness, are a powerhouse of antioxidants, fibre and minerals. They contain natural sugars, a quick source of energy, making them ideal for a mid-day snack or as part of a workout recovery meal. They are rich in polyphenolic compounds, particularly flavonoids, which can help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in the body. Rich in iron and potassium and high in fibre too. Soaking almonds overnight improves their digestibility and nutrient absorption. In winter, your digestion does get affected because your body’s metabolism slows down to conserve heat. Besides, soaking removes enzyme inhibitors, allowing your body to better access the almond’s vitamins and minerals. Additionally, soaked almonds are less likely to cause digestive discomfort, such as bloating, since soaking softens the almond’s tough skin. It is easier to chew as in winter our bodies crave something softer and more hydrating.

Do protein shakes really stay in the body for three years? Here’s busting a myth

Apr 16, 2025 | 983 Views

Recently, I came across an old videograb of actor Ayushman Khurrana telling his interviewer that protein shakes take three years to digest. For some reason, it went viral again. Let’s take a scientific dive into the importance of protein, the role of whey, and why this claim doesn’t hold up. Our body requires 20 amino acids to function optimally. Nine of these are ‘essential’ amino acids that must be obtained from food since our body cannot make them. When our body has access to the essential ones, it can produce the remaining 11, known as ‘non-essential’ amino acids. Our minimum daily protein requirement is 0.8-1 g/kg of body weight. However, optimal levels start from 1.2 g/kg of body weight. Historically, our diets were rich in unrefined and local protein sources. With refined and fast foods, our diets are rich in carbohydrates and fats, leading to protein deficiency. A 2020 study by the Observer Research Foundation identified a concerning decline in per capita protein consumption of four per cent in urban and 11 per cent in rural India. According to the Protein Consumption in Diet of Adult Indians (PRODIGY) survey, around 91 per cent of vegetarians and 85 per cent of non-vegetarian Indians fail to consume sufficient protein daily in their diets.

Hope for brain stroke patients: How a stent can clear blood clots in 24 hours

Apr 12, 2025 | 1067 Views

For sometime now, brain stroke patients in the West could avert brain damage as neurosurgeons used a sophisticated retriever stent to clear the blood clot from blocked arteries and restore blood flow within 24 hours. However, this device is out of reach for most Indians despite brain strokes increasing among them. That’s all set to change with the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi, now conducting a trial with an upgraded device that’s equipped to remove all kinds of blood clots, is better at opening blocked arteries and may cost one-fourth the original price.1 The clinical trial, GRASSROOT (Gravity Stent-Retriever System for Reperfusion of Large Vessel Occlusion Stroke Trial), is looking at the effectiveness and accessibility of a new generation of advanced stent-retriever devices that can be used in mechanical thrombectomy, a minimally invasive stroke surgery to clear artery blockage in the brain. According to Dr Shailesh Gaikwad, professor and head, Department of Neuroimaging and Interventional Neuroradiology, Neurosciences Centre, AIIMS, and one of the investigators of the trial, “We are finding out how the device works on the Indian population. The new stent-retriever has been designed specifically to tackle the unique features of a stroke clot in the Indian population, given that our arteries are narrower.” The new device was first used on August 25. The patient is doing well.

As Vistara flies into the sunset today, its legacy sets a benchmark for enlarged Air India

Apr 12, 2025 | 815 Views

In its one decade of operations, Vistara made a mark for its product and service quality as India’s foremost full-service carrier, setting itself apart in a market dominated by no-frills airlines. The airline will fly its final flight on Monday before its merges with Tata group’s flagship carrier Air India on Tuesday. It would not be an understatement to say that Vistara was able to carve a unique space for itself in the mind of the Indian flyer, which is evident from flyers’ reactions on social media, many brimming with nostalgia. The wheels for the merger were set in motion in 2022 after the tata group acquired Air India from the government. Singapore Airlines, which held a 49 per cent stake in Vistara, will own 25.1 per cent of Air India following the merger.