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Perils of Body Weight Going Up and Down Rapidly

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January 27,2019

When actors go through phases of rapid weight gain to rapid weight loss in preparation for film roles, many eyebrows are often raised among health professionals. Dr Shital Raval lists out reasons why it is medically dangerous and unhealthy of such yo-yoing.

Dehydration Management and Healthy Eating tips for People with Parkinson's

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July 27,2017

Practical Tips on how to handle Dehydration among people with Parkinson's. And 6 Healthy Eating Tips.

DEHYDRATION

Dehydration, or loss of balance of bodily fluids, is a problem commonly faced by PwPs, but is often mistaken for other symptoms of the disease, because it tends to cause dizziness, weakness, constipation etc.”

Dehydration is common amongst PwPs, due to the following reasons:

Leg Cramps - Causes and Prevention Tips

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November 2,2017

Do you sometimes get sudden cramps in your calf or toe muscles? Dr. Shital Raval explains the causes and tips to get rid of leg cramps and to prevent them 

Leg cramps or Charley horse (term used mainly in Canada and the US) is a common but harmless condition experienced by most individuals. These are sudden painful contractions of the leg muscles often in the calf area. They can last for seconds to a few minutes and rarely last more than 10 minutes.

Are You Drinking Enough Water in Winter?

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January 8,2019

People often fail to recognize the significant dangers of dehydration in winter, dismissing it as a health concern of hot, summer months. Dr Shital Raval corrects this common misconception and advocates why water is crucial even during the cold weather to stay energized.

December 15, 2017 19:43

Health and Wellness Tips for Winter

Asthma, New Arthritis E-Book, Joint Pains, Healthy Recipe, Winter Myths and more

Tips for a Healthy Summer for People with Chronic Conditions

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April 23,2018

With summer upon us, our body systems can go through various changes just like the outside temperature. With certain chronic conditions like diabetes, skin allergies, thyroid problems, the weather change can be even more bothersome with unwanted symptoms. Here are a few tips to best cope with the sizzling hot season.

Food tips for summer:

  • Eat smaller meals through the day instead of fewer, heavy meals.
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