Mohan Garikiparithi got his degree in medicine from Osmania University (University of Health Sciences). He practiced clinical medicine for over a decade before he shifted his focus to the field of health communications. During his active practice he served as the head of the Dept. of Microbiology in a diagnostic centre in India. On a three-year communications program in Germany, Mohan developed a keen interest in German Medicine (Homoeopathy), and other alternative systems of medicine. He now advocates treating different medical conditions without the use of traditional drugs. An ardent squash player, Mohan believes in the importance of fitness and wellness.
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An allergic reaction can send anyone into a frenzy. But can allergens also raise your blood pressure? The answer is somewhat complicated, but in short, is “yes and no.” Allergies do not have a direct effect on blood pressure. A fit of sneezing or another reaction may lead to a temporary increase in blood pressure ...click here to read more
So far, I’ve yet to discover an area of health that hasn’t been revolutionized by cannabidiol, more commonly known as CBD. Has there ever been anything more hyped than this stuff? Not as far as I can remember. Is there any truth to it? Maybe. But in all honesty, so far, it’s too early to ...click here to read more
There has been a lot of news surrounding the health benefits of probiotics in recent years. A new study, however, is showing how one strain may lead to significant reductions in the risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD). A research team looked at how an intestinal bacterium called Akkermansia muciniphila could affect heart health, and they ...click here to read more
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Bladder health can get overlooked sometimes. Yes, infections like urinary tract infections (UTI) can be highly irritating and even scary, but they generally aren’t considered a significant health risk. But a new study may change that for a specific segment of the population. Some new research is linking certain infections to stroke risk and UTI-topped ...click here to read more
Bodies go through change with age. People tend to get a little weaker, less muscular, a bit “rounder,” and they may not have the energy and zest for life that they once did. And although many of these things happen without any specific effort on your part, there are ways to slow these changes down. ...click here to read more
A new study is indicating that a commonly prescribed classification of drugs may substantially increase dementia risk. The drugs, known as anticholinergics, are used to treat a variety of conditions like bladder problems, depression, and Parkinson’s disease. They work by inhibiting the chemical messenger acetylcholine, helping to relax or contract muscles. The discovery was made ...click here to read more
If you’re about to kick back with a TV dinner and post up for a night of primetime television, consider yourself warned: it could be one of the worst things you can do for your heart. Yeah, I know, you’ve heard it before; too much sitting can raise the risk for heart disease, stroke, heart ...click here to read more
It might be strange to think about, but your health is a reflection of the life you’ve lived and the decisions you make every day. Most people don’t just wake up one day with heart disease, type-2 diabetes, or dementia—they are conditions that build over time. Your daily habits can play a massive role in ...click here to read more
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