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A Simple Step Helped Me Diagnose a Deadly Cancer 2 Weeks Early, Saved My Life I n early 2021, Meher Roy was diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukaemia (ALL) in the nick of time by a routine standard blood test- the Complete Blood Count (CBC). ALL is a type of blood and bone marrow cancer known for its rapid progression. “Ideally, a CBC is a routine automated test. However, if an unusual discrepancy is found in the readings, the blood work is analysed by a human pathologist under the microscope. In my case, that’s what happened,” he tells  The Better India . Ordinarily, one would expect such a cancer diagnosis to come thanks to severe symptoms or life-altering experiences.  But Meher’s story began and continues today because of a simple alteration in the body – an increased resting heart rate. Leading an aware life From an early age, Meher’s father inculcated in him a habit of getting regular health checkups. “I don’t know why he did it. My mother went through an epis...

  Can pineapple aid digestion?  Find out here Besides being a really tasty tropical fruit, pineapple has many benefits, too. Most importantly, it aids digestion. In an Instagram video, celebrity nutritionist Kinita Kadakia Patel shared how an enzyme found in this fruit can help in digestion. The enzyme is bromelain which also helps with a lot of digestive issues, she said. This enzyme breaks down protein molecules into amino acids and small peptides, which can be absorbed easily across the small intestine, according to  Healthline. Pineapple can also help boost immunity. It is rich in vitamin C, which works as a “great antioxidant and anti-inflammatory”, she added. Pineapple also contains vitamin A, vitamin K, phosphorus, zinc and calcium. Not just the fruit, the tough peel of the fruit is also loaded with benefits. Besides containing bromelain and vitamin C, the peel is known to be teeth and bone strengthener since it is rich in manganese.  Here’s how you ...

  Are soups and salads always healthy? Know what experts say Hunger pangs are often difficult to ward off. They become especially challenging when you are on a weight-loss journey, and that is when you may end up consuming unhealthy foods like chips or fried snacks. However, a lot of people prefer  soups  and salads to satiate their cravings as they are considered a healthier alternative. But, experts point out that soups and salads are not always a healthy choice and you need to keep some important things in mind before consuming them. “I don’t recommend having soups or salads as the three main meals as they don’t make a balanced meal. It’s advisable to stick to them only for breakfast or dinner. For lunch, you should consume carbohydrates like rice, wheat, jowar or  millet ,” nutritionist Soumya B Hegde told  indianexpress.com . She added that soups and salads are “good for people who want to lose fat or weight quickly”. “Make healthy and thick soups l...

  Sweet corn vs Desi Bhutta:  Which is healthier? Be it sweet  corn  or roadside desi  bhutta  (corn on the cob), both have their own charm. But when it comes to their impact on one’s health, one variety is found to be better than the other. So, what should you eat — sweet corn or bhutta? Celebrity nutritionist Munmun Ganeriwal shared a long post on social media recently, to talk about the difference between sweet corn and desi roasted corn. Sweet corn, said Ganeriwal, is grown from imported hybrid seeds that need “a lot of resources to grow”. Its nutrient density is also compromised while being high on sugar. “…it requires a liberal use of pesticides. With larger food miles in procuring these seeds, it’s nutrient density is compromised and environmental load is high. And one cannot overlook the high sugar content that it has along with the most negligible fibre content,” the nutritionist wrote. Indigenous corn, on the other hand, comes in more than...

 12 Types Of Pain That Are Directly Linked To Emotional States According to:  Dr. Susan Babel, Psychologist:- Emotions do Affect Chronic Pain. She says that chronic pain, besides physical injury, may be caused by stress and emotional issues. Let’s take a look at what pain in a particular area of your body indicates: Head Headaches can be caused by stressful life. If someone has chronic headaches she/he needs to grab some time for themselves on daily basis. Relaxing may help you to relieve your body from the head pain. Neck Neck pain implies the need to forgive. It may be to forgive yourself or to forgive some other person. It is very important to focus on things that you love about yourself or what others love in you. Shoulders Pain in the shoulders is a sign that person carries a heavy emotional burden. Shoulders carry everything. To solve this problem share the load with friends or family. Upper Back Upper back pain manifests a lack of emotional support. Probably the person ...