Author: Partha Nandi, MD

Partha Nandi M.D., F.A.C.P. is the creator and host of the internationally syndicated medical lifestyle television show, Ask Dr. Nandi. A practicing physician and a renowned international speaker, his appearances include TEDx, college commencements, numerous charity functions, premier medical meetings such as Digestive Disease Week, and nationally syndicated television programs such as The Katie Couric Show. Dr. Nandi has partnered with the Ministry of Health in multiple countries, including Jamaica and India, and has collaborated with The World Health Organization in multiple areas throughout the globe, Dr. Nandi delivers passionate and inspiring talks to diverse audiences. He continues to travel internationally for conferences and symposia, meeting with global health leaders on his quest to improve health care quality, access, and to empower people across the world “To Be Your Own Health Hero.” DrNandi@AskDrNandi.com
Short Naps That Reach Deep Sleep Dramatically Boost Problem-Solving — This Is How They Spark Creative Insight
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Short Naps That Reach Deep Sleep Dramatically Boost Problem-Solving — This Is How They Spark Creative Insight

A 20-minute nap that reaches deeper N2 sleep can increase your chances of solving stubborn problems by 85%, according to new neuroscience research. Scientists discovered that brief naps don’t just restore energy—they actively rewire your brain for breakthrough thinking. When you hit N2 sleep, even for just minutes, your brain undergoes synaptic downscaling that clears…

A Wearable Kidney May Finally Free Patients from Hospital Dialysis and Restore Real Independence
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A Wearable Kidney May Finally Free Patients from Hospital Dialysis and Restore Real Independence

Kidney failure patients spend 12-15 hours weekly tethered to hospital dialysis machines, losing precious time with family, work opportunities, and basic life freedom. Revolutionary wearable kidney technology promises to change everything. Scientists have developed portable dialysis devices weighing just 1-3 kilograms that patients can wear while working, sleeping, or traveling. Early clinical trials show these…

Scientists Regenerate Eyes with Stem Cells Restoring Corneas and Full Vision in Patients
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Scientists Regenerate Eyes with Stem Cells Restoring Corneas and Full Vision in Patients

Medical science just achieved what many thought impossible: regenerating damaged eyes and restoring vision using stem cells. Researchers at Mass Eye and Ear developed a revolutionary treatment called CALEC (cultivated autologous limbal epithelial cells) that takes healthy stem cells from one eye, grows them in a lab, and transplants them into severely damaged corneas. Recent…

Chocolate Milk Beats Energy Drinks for Post-Workout Recovery
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Chocolate Milk Beats Energy Drinks for Post-Workout Recovery

Athletes and fitness enthusiasts spend hundreds of dollars each year on fancy sports drinks and energy beverages. Marketing campaigns promise faster recovery, better performance, and superior hydration. Recent research from Shahid Sadoughi University reveals a surprising truth: regular chocolate milk outperforms most commercial sports drinks for post-exercise recovery. Scientists analyzed 12 studies involving 150 participants…

Loneliness: The Hidden Health Crisis Affecting Our Youngest Generation
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Loneliness: The Hidden Health Crisis Affecting Our Youngest Generation

Loneliness has become one of the most pressing health concerns of our time. What was once thought of as a fleeting emotional state is now recognized as a serious risk factor for disease and early death. Modern lifestyles, with more remote work, digital interactions, and social fragmentation, have left many people feeling cut off from…

Can Green Tea and Vitamin B₃ Help Shield Your Brain from Alzheimer’s?
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Can Green Tea and Vitamin B₃ Help Shield Your Brain from Alzheimer’s?

Alzheimer’s disease remains one of the most pressing health challenges of our time. While treatments can help manage symptoms, they don’t stop the disease’s progression. Now, new research suggests that compounds found in everyday foods—like green tea and vitamin B₃—may restore energy to brain cells and support the brain’s natural clean‑up system, offering a potential…

Coconut Oil and Your Health: What Science Says About This Popular Remedy
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Coconut Oil and Your Health: What Science Says About This Popular Remedy

Coconut oil has moved from the kitchen to the wellness aisle, with claims ranging from improved thyroid function to stronger immunity. Extracted from mature coconuts, it contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), a type of fat that is digested differently than most others. MCTs are absorbed quickly and used for energy, which may explain why many people…

Kitchen Medicine: Natural Painkillers That Really Work
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Kitchen Medicine: Natural Painkillers That Really Work

When pain strikes, the first instinct is often to reach for an over-the-counter pill. But pain doesn’t just mask itself—it’s your body’s signal that something deeper is happening. Whether caused by inflammation, injury, or chronic illness, pain can interfere with your quality of life. While medications can be useful, they often bring side effects and…

Could a Personalized mRNA Vaccine Change the Outlook for Brain Cancer?
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Could a Personalized mRNA Vaccine Change the Outlook for Brain Cancer?

Glioblastoma is one of the most aggressive and devastating brain cancers, often leaving patients and families with few options. Traditional treatments—surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation—can slow the disease, but survival rates remain low. Now, researchers at the University of Florida are testing a new approach: a personalized mRNA cancer vaccine designed to reprogram the immune system…