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The Humble Buttermilk: A Centuries-Old Drink Gets Its Scientific Due

Dr. Brahmanand NayakJuly 2, 2024July 2, 2024

by Dr. Brahmanand NayakJuly 2, 2024July 2, 20240936

Ancient wisdom and modern science agree on the numerous health benefits of buttermilk. The Sanskrit saying “Takram Shakrasya Durlabham” highlights its importance, suggesting even Lord...

Food Health Tips

Is Your Paneer Habit Putting Your Health at Risk? Ayurvedic Doctor’s Perspective

Dr. Brahmanand NayakJune 17, 2024June 17, 2024

by Dr. Brahmanand NayakJune 17, 2024June 17, 202401554

Paneer, the versatile fresh cheese that’s a staple of Indian cuisine, certainly has a lot going for it. It’s a good source of protein, calcium...

Digestive Health Food

Can Millets Cause Constipation?

Dr. Brahmanand NayakJune 15, 2024June 15, 2024

by Dr. Brahmanand NayakJune 15, 2024June 15, 202401251

Gopal, a 35-year-old IT professional from Bangalore, switched to a healthier diet by incorporating millet into his meals. After a few weeks, he noticed that...

Ayurvedic concepts Food

12 Ayurvedic Food Categories That Will Transform Your Health

Dr. Brahmanand NayakJune 14, 2024June 14, 2024

by Dr. Brahmanand NayakJune 14, 2024June 14, 202401405

Do you ever feel modern nutrition advice could be more transparent and consistent? One day, fat is the enemy; the next, it’s carbs. Ayurveda, the...

Ayurvedic concepts Diabetes Care Food

Millets: The Ayurvedic Superfood for Managing Diabetes

Dr. Brahmanand NayakJune 4, 2024June 4, 2024

by Dr. Brahmanand NayakJune 4, 2024June 4, 202401281

Shankar, a 45-year-old software engineer, walked into my clinic looking worried. Recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, he was struggling to manage his blood sugar...

Digestive Health Food Home Remedies

IBS Relief: How Cooked Rice Soaked Overnight in Water Healed My Patient

Dr. Brahmanand NayakJune 1, 2024

by Dr. Brahmanand NayakJune 1, 202401372

In the unforgiving landscape of irritable bowel syndrome, the sufferer wanders, a prisoner to their gut. They seek solace in modern medicine, a reprieve from...

Digestive Health Food

Probiotics and Prebiotics: Balancing Gut Health with Indian Foods

Dr. Brahmanand NayakMay 28, 2024May 28, 2024

by Dr. Brahmanand NayakMay 28, 2024May 28, 202402114

I often encounter patients eager to maintain their well-being through various means, including dietary supplements. Recently, a patient visited my clinic with multiple fungal patches...

SUGAR

Jaggery for Diabetics: Not So Sweet After All

Dr. Brahmanand NayakMay 22, 2024May 22, 2024

by Dr. Brahmanand NayakMay 22, 2024May 22, 202401013

Narain: Doctor, I’ve been using jaggery instead of sugar in my coffee. A diabetic friend told me jaggery is good for us. What do you think?...

Ghee Health Tips

Ayurvedic Doctor’s Guide to Healthy Fats for Indians

Dr. Brahmanand NayakMay 22, 2024May 22, 2024

by Dr. Brahmanand NayakMay 22, 2024May 22, 20240903

Patient: Doc, I’m confused about fats. A dietitian advised me to consume 40 grams of ghee, 100 grams of full-fat malai paneer, and 15 cashews daily...

Food

Papaya: The Ayurvedic Superfruit for Digestion, Immunity, and Healing

Dr. Brahmanand NayakMay 19, 2024May 19, 2024

by Dr. Brahmanand NayakMay 19, 2024May 19, 202401907

The papaya, a humble fruit, holds a secret. It’s not just a sweet treat, but a powerful ally. In the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, it’s...

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