The Benefits of Aquariums on Health and Mood
Many years ago, my dentist wife Ranjana and I were invited by a wonderful couple, Preeja and Dinakaran, over for lunch. When we entered their...
Category : Health Tips
Why Bananas and Water May Be a Healthier Alternative to Sports Drinks After Exercise
Today I want to discuss an intriguing question – could bananas and water actually be better for you after a tough workout than those brightly-colored...
Can Lack of Sleep Cause High Cholesterol in Men?
Most people understand that diet and genetics influence cholesterol levels. However, emerging research indicates that sleep may also play a significant role. In particular, studies...
Does Soaking Feet Help With Stress And Anxiety?
In my years as a practicing physician, I have found foot soaks to be an effective way to quickly reduce stress and anxiety for many...
A healthy man wants a thousand things; a sick man wants only one
As a doctor who has treated thousands of patients over my 20+ year career, I have seen time and again how a person’s health impacts...
Keeping An Eye On Your Height For Osteoporosis As You Age
As an Ayurvedic doctor with over 20 years of experience, I have treated many patients with osteoporosis. This bone disease causes bones to become fragile...
Should You Avoid Fatty Foods the Night Before a Cholesterol Test?
Getting your cholesterol checked is an important way to assess your risk for heart disease. However, some people wonder if they should avoid fatty foods...
Is Waking Up Without an Alarm Healthier?
For years, I’ve been fascinated by the science of sleep and the impact our sleep patterns have on our overall health and well-being. Recently, I’ve...
How Listening to Your Favourite Song Can Instantly Improve Your Mood
As an Ayurvedic physician with over 20 years of medical practice, I never expected one of my patients to praise me for advice on boosting...
Soaking Up the “Sunshine Vitamin”: Getting Your Vitamin D from Food vs Sun
Greetings, dear readers! I’m Dr. Brahmanand Nayak, back again to shine some light on an important health topic – vitamin D. As a practicing physician...