Bananas can improve your mood , here is how ?

Bananas are jam-packed with nutrition  A medium-sized, slightly ripe banana (about 100 grams weight) consists of the following nutritional values: Energy: 98 kcal Carbohydrates: 21.3 grams Fibre: 1.6 grams Sugar: 15.8 grams Protein: 0.74 grams of protein Fat: 0.29 grams Potassium: 326 milligrams Bananas are high in vitamin B6, which helps synthesize feel-good neurotransmitters like […]

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VITAMIN D FOR BACK PAIN? — TIME TO RETHINK THIS PRACTICE

Contributed by  Dr Shariq Masoodi Prof  of  Endocrinology SKIMS ,Sgr Kashmir  Facebook Given recent research suggesting no link between vitamin D deficiency and lower back pain, it’s important to re-evaluate current practices regarding vitamin D supplementation in this context. Previously, some healthcare providers might have recommended vitamin D for lower back pain patients if they […]

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What is Obstructive sleep apnea ?

Contributed by  Dr Shariq Masoodi Prof  of  Endocrinology SKIMS ,Sgr Kashmir  Facebook Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a sleep disorder characterized by repeated episodes of complete or partial airway collapse during sleep. This collapse can last for several seconds or even minutes, leading to: * Reduced or absent breathing (apnea) * Shallow breathing (hypopnea) * […]

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CANCER AND ITS IMPACT ON MENTAL HEALTH.

Contributed by Dr.Arif Maghribi Khan Consultant psychiatrist  email: arifmaghribi@yahoo.com According to the WHO theme of World Cancer Day 2024 the theme is  “Close the Care Gap”. The campaign is all about understanding and recognizing the inequities in cancer care around the globe.’ Every single one of us has the ability to make a difference, large […]

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