Partha Nandi MD, FACP
Natural therapies are a category of non-medical treatment, which involves the use of natural substances or activities to improve health and wellness. They are commonly used to prevent or treat illnesses and conditions, reduce symptoms, and promote overall health and wellness. Natural therapies are widely used in conventional and alternative medicine. They are often favored for their supposed reduced side effects and lack of dependence. Natural therapies include things like yoga, meditation, acupuncture, Ayurveda, reiki, and others.
Do you know that 116 million Americans, that’s nearly one out of every two adults, suffer from hypertension, also known as high blood pressure? These high numbers are very concerning, especially among the older generation. Health Risks of Hypertension? Blood pressure is the strength with which the blood travels through the artery’s inner walls. Typically…
Most of us are familiar with the benefits of eating fish fats for heart health. However, what might not be as well publicized is that fatty fish can also help reduce the frequency of migraine headaches. According to a new study, fatty fish in hand with vegetable-based fats and oils can reduce migraine intensity and…
According to the United Nations (UN), the global population of those aged 60 and up will increase from 962 million in 2017 to 2.1 billion by 2050, and it is predicted that dementia rates will rise in tandem with the aging population. Dementia is a chronic disease that affects a large and growing number of…
It is undeniably true that we live in an ever-increasing population where people are enjoying a longer and more active retirement. Well-known words from the Irish author Jonathan Swift spring to mind – Everyone wants to live longer, but no one wants to grow old! According to the Population Reference Bureau, the number of Americans…
If you are dealing with a persistent cough, it’s likely you have a buildup of mucus in your throat and chest causing you to feel “congested.” If not cleared, this could lengthen the duration of your illness or lead to a more serious condition. Nearly 37 million Americans live with chronic lung conditions like asthma,…
Recently, a survey was conducted about houseplants and the pandemic. It seems like we are buying more houseplants to keep in our homes since the start of the pandemic. Could it be that we need something to take care of or are we “jazzing” up our Zoom backgrounds? Who knows but more and more of…
The Power of Music As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, many people are searching for things to brighten their day or to take their mind off of the news. According to a new study conducted by the British Academy of Sound Therapy, we should be turning on the music. Their research showed that it takes less…
Keeping your gut happy is important for your overall health. Yoga is a gentle massage for your internal organs. Yoga can help you to relax your gut, especially if practiced regularly. Standing forward bend (Uttanasana) Start from a standing pose. Have your big toes touching, heels apart slightly and arms beside you with palms facing…
Foods that Rev Up & Slow Down Your Metabolism What you eat can either boost your metabolism or slow it down. The higher your metabolism, the more calories you burn, the easier it is to maintain your weight or the easier it is to rid your body of unwanted fat. Here are 3 metabolism boosters…
