Fasting for Longevity and Wellness
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Fasting for Longevity and Wellness

ByPartha Nandi, MD

In today’s world, people often experience a reduced health span, which refers to the portion of one’s lifespan spent in good health. This decline in health span is linked to chronic diseases such as diabetes, coronary artery disease, and hypertension. The modern lifestyle, characterized by artificial lighting, 24/7 access to processed foods, and reduced physical…

Sepsis: Recognizing the Red Line, Signs, Symptoms, and At-Risk Populations
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Sepsis: Recognizing the Red Line, Signs, Symptoms, and At-Risk Populations

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that can rapidly progress if not diagnosed and treated promptly. An example of sepsis developing from a seemingly innocuous event is the story of Sienna, a four-year-old girl from South Wales who contracted the infection after trying on shoes without socks. While her case is rare, it highlights the importance…

These Antioxidants May Help Prevent Dementia, Study Reveals
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These Antioxidants May Help Prevent Dementia, Study Reveals

ByPartha Nandi, MD

The onset of dementia and dementia-related diseases has increased in recent years due to an aging population. Worldwide, dementia is the seventh leading cause of death, with an estimated 55 million showing symptoms and 10 million new cases each year. [1]  In the United States, the number of people thought to have Alzheimer’s or dementia-related…

The Surprising Ways Chia Seeds Support Gut, Heart, and Overall Health
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The Surprising Ways Chia Seeds Support Gut, Heart, and Overall Health

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Why is it crucial to maintain gastrointestinal health? Our gut is responsible for digesting the food we eat and absorbing the nutrients to fuel and keep our body in top condition. A healthy gut can also boost the immune system, allowing you to fight off infection from bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Good gut health is…

Gut Health-Damaging Habits to Kick as You Age
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Gut Health-Damaging Habits to Kick as You Age

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Do you have a stomachache? You might think a night of indulgent eating is the source of your woes or that anxiety or fatigue are the culprits. None of these are wrong, but there might be another reason. As you get older, food can sit undigested in your stomach and cause digestive distress. Bloating and…

Experts Weigh In On The Best Techniques To Keep Your Stress Levels In Check
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Experts Weigh In On The Best Techniques To Keep Your Stress Levels In Check

ByPartha Nandi, MD

The modern world is fast-paced and societal pressures can lead to increased feelings of stress that cause physical, emotional, or psychological strain. Stress affects everyone and is the body’s normal reaction to warning signs or challenges identified by the central nervous system.  When the body identifies stress, hormones and chemicals are released that trigger the…

Dementia: Anti-inflammatory Diets May Lower Risk
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Dementia: Anti-inflammatory Diets May Lower Risk

ByPartha Nandi, MD

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…