The foods we eat are broken down into sugar, which is released into the blood. The rise in blood sugar signals the pancreas to produce insulin to use blood sugar for energy.

Be it a temporary stomach problem or flare-up of a chronic condition, it is important to eat foods that are good for one’s gut health. The digestive system breaks food down into vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that provide energy to the body.

As people age, the absorption of certain nutrients through food becomes difficult. Their bodies might not get the daily requirement of essential nutrients and vitamins. The lack of certain vitamins may lead to fatigue, memory loss, poor bone health, as a person grows older.

Multiple myeloma, also known as Kahler’s disease, is a form of blood cancer in which the white blood cells responsible for making antibodies begin multiplying abnormally, eventually crowding the healthy cells.

Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is a type of B vitamin. It is water soluble, which means it can dissolve in water and travel through the bloodstream to reach different parts of the body.

Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative condition. It has been predicted that the global number of patients with this condition is expected to grow to 12 million, by 2040. It is therefore important to increase awareness about the condition, its symptoms, and most importantly, the practices that can help in prevention and management.

Atopic dermatitis or eczema is an inflammatory skin condition that often causes dry and red patches on the skin. In severe cases, the itchiness and inflammation may be accompanied by pus-filled blisters.

Eczema is an inflammatory skin condition that may affect infants, children, and adults. It is one of the most common skin disorders in the country with around 31 million people suffering from various types of eczema.