Vitamin D is part of a group of fat-soluble vitamins which can be obtained from a few foods, sunlight and supplements. The main role of Vitamin D is to assist in the metabolism of Calcium and Phosphorus and also in mineralization of bones. Till now, different forms of Vitamin D have been discovered, namely Vitamin […]
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The most common symptoms of indigestion (dyspepsia)
Indigestion or dyspepsia-is a general feeling of discomfort in your upper abdomen. It may be an unpleasant or even painful sensation in the top of the abdomen or lower part of the chest, which usually comes after eating or drinking. Indigestion is a symptom but not a disease as such. Symptoms People with indigestion may […]
At the Heart of Diabetes
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition that can lead to complications over time. These complications can include: Coronary heart diseases or Cardiovascular disease which can lead to a heart attack Cerebrovascular diseases which can lead to a stroke Retinoplasty (disease of the eye) which can lead to blindness Nephropathy (disease of the kidney) which can […]
Defeating Diabetes
The International Diabetes Federation states that 415 million people globally have diabetes. As per research conducted by the International Diabetes Federation, 19.3% of the population in UAE are living with Diabetes. [1] Diabetes is a metabolic disorder in which a person has high blood sugar caused by discrepancies in producing sufficient insulin. It is a serious […]
Ways to improve your child’s immunity
A child is continuously exposed to disease-producing organisms like bacteria, viruses, fungi and other parasites. Although a simple exposure does not mean that your child will fall sick, a strong immune system provides the child with a natural defense against diseases. Newborns enter this world with an inexperienced immune system. With time children battle various […]