Author: Dr. Nikhil Eric Saldanha

In general, hypertension, commonly known as HTN, is scientifically defined as a condition in which the blood pressure exceeds 140/90 mm Hg and becomes severe if the pressure reaches above 180/120 mm Hg. What is High Blood Pressure? High blood pressure occurs when blood flow against the artery walls is very high. Usually, we don’t…

Food poisoning is a foodborne illness caused by consuming contaminated food. The food experiences contamination by infectious organisms such as bacteria, viruses, parasites or other toxins. Food contamination can occur at any point during preparation or storage; therefore, it is imperative to follow sanitary measures to avoid contamination. Sometimes when the food is not properly…

Hormones play a significant role in our mental, physical, and emotional well-being. The endocrine glands secrete the proper hormones required by our body to perform different functions. They circulate through the bloodstream, assisting tissues and organs to work effectively. Unfortunately, the changes due to the modern lifestyle have made hormonal imbalances very common. Hormones also…

Inflammatory bowel disease is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the gastrointestinal tract that includes Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis. Crohn’s disease inflames the digestive tract and causes inflammation and discomfort. This chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affects the digestive tract from mouth to anus. However, it primarily affects the small intestine (ileum) and the…

Unhealthy dietary habits may cause unhealthy fats to accumulate in your arteries. The fat deposits may also be called plaque. The accumulation may be in the arteries that carry oxygenated blood to your heart. It is pure blood. Plaque may cause narrowing in the artery, leading to coronary artery disease. In addition, it may affect…