Health Tips-40: "Intake of Fats"

While it is good to restrict the intake of fats, total avoidance of fats, especially in the young and middle-aged, could reduce resistance power of the body. It could also lead to skin problems.

Health Tips-39: "Hypertension"

When salt intake is more, there is a strain on the kidneys. It also increases blood pressure. Hence hypertensives are advised to reduce the intake of salt.

Health Tips-38: "For Diabetics"

Moderate outdoor exercise on a regular basis helps in oxidizing sugar. Hence it is considered good for diabetics.

Health News-26: "Gums and Heart"

Brushing teeth regularly will reduce the risk of atherosclerosis, a leading cause of heart disease, says a study by Italian and British scientists.

Courtesy: The Hindu, Madurai, December 17, 2008 ("Newscape")

Detailed Wikipedia article on "Atherosclerosis":
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atherosclerosis

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Asthma: Healing through Homeopathy

The third episode of 'Heal through Homeopathy' on CNN-IBN will tackle asthma, a chronic disease prevalent in the country. Dr.Mukesh Batra, a homeopathic healthcare expert, will cover the disease in its entirety, from diagnosis to treatment. He will be joined by a chest medicine expert, Dr Swami Digambar Pawar. Watch the telecast on December 6 (Saturday) at 4.30 p.m. This program will attempt to explore and dissect all the myths associated with asthma.

'Heal through Homeopathy' has a dynamic format, where cases and patient issues will be discussed threadbare. Film star Sonu Sood ('Jodhaa Akbar' and 'Singh is King') will also be on the show, to join the crusade to spread the message of health all across the country.

Courtesy: Friday Review, The Hindu, December 5, 2008.
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