Articles regarding common health issues and diseases
Nursing Mothers and G6PD Deficiency — a practical, research-backed guide When an infant is found to have G6PD deficiency (like a lab result of 1.73 U/g Hb, which usually indicates severe deficiency), breastfeeding parents naturally worry about what the mother can eat or take — and whether anything passed through breast milk could trigger the … Read more
The Importance of Information Tags for People with G6PD Deficiency Living with Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency requires extra care and awareness—not just from the individual, but also from family, caregivers, teachers, and even medical professionals. One practical yet often overlooked tool that can save lives is the use of information tags or medical ID bands. … Read more
Clothing Guide for Babies with Fever: Why the Right Outfit Matters When a baby develops a fever, parents naturally focus on medicines, hydration, and comfort. Yet one factor that is often overlooked is clothing. The type of clothes your baby wears during a fever plays an important role in reducing stress, maintaining comfort, promoting good … Read more
Foods That Challenge or Support Human Digestion: A Scientific and Historical Perspective Human digestion is a finely tuned system designed over millennia to handle whole, minimally processed foods rich in fiber, nutrients, and natural balance. However, many foods that are popular today do not align with how our digestive system works. Some overwhelm it … Read more
The Rectum and Anus: The Final Stage of Digestion After the large intestine has absorbed water and compacted indigestible material into feces, the digestive process concludes with storage, control, and elimination through the rectum and anus. Though this stage might seem simple, it requires precise coordination between muscles, nerves, and reflexes. Normal Function Rectum as … Read more
The Large Intestine: Final Stage of Digestion and Water Recovery After nutrients are absorbed in the small intestine, the large intestine (colon) takes over as the final checkpoint of digestion. Though it does not digest macronutrients extensively, its role is crucial: reabsorbing water and electrolytes, supporting beneficial gut microbes, and forming feces for elimination. Normal … Read more
The Small Intestine: The Core of Digestion and Nutrient Absorption The small intestine is the body’s central site for nutrient extraction. Stretching over six meters, its folded lining is covered with villi and microvilli, creating a massive surface area for absorbing nutrients into the bloodstream or lymph. This stage represents the climax of digestion—where macronutrients … Read more
Now focusing on the stomach stage of digestion. The stomach is crucial because it’s where proteins start to be broken down, pathogens are destroyed, and chyme is prepared for controlled release into the small intestine. Let’s break this down systematically: The Stomach in Digestion Normal Functions Mechanical digestion: Churning mixes food with gastric secretions. Chemical … Read more
The Critical Role of Chewing and Saliva in Digestion and Blood Glucose Regulation When most people think about digestion, they picture the stomach and intestines at work. But in reality, the digestive process begins in the mouth. Proper chewing (mechanical digestion) and adequate saliva production (chemical digestion and lubrication) are not just important for comfortable … Read more
Here is a complete walkthrough of human food metabolism, from the moment food enters the mouth to when it leaves as waste, including the breakdown and use of each major nutrient. This is a step-by-step overview, then break down what happens to carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, water, and fiber. Food Metabolism: From Intake to … Read more
An itchy scalp with small bumps that form crusts and later spreads to itchy patches on the face and neck can be caused by a few common conditions. Let’s break this down into possible causes first, then discuss first-line remedies (natural and medical), and finally the follow-up procedures. After applying home remedy and over the … Read more
Acalypha indica: A Traditional Medicinal Plant with Hidden Risks for G6PD-Deficient Individuals Acalypha indica, commonly known as Indian nettle, Kuppaimeni (in Tamil), or Kuppameniya (in Sinhala), is a tropical weed widely found across Asia, Africa, and parts of the Americas. While it’s commonly used in traditional medicine for its therapeutic properties, this plant poses serious … Read more
Moringa (Malunggay): The Everyday Tree of Life Moringa (Moringa oleifera), locally known as malunggay, is one of the most accessible and affordable superfoods in the Philippines. Every part of the tree—leaves, seeds, pods, flowers, and even oil—has been studied for its nutritional richness and therapeutic potential. Science now confirms what traditional healers have long known: … Read more
Holy Basil (Tulsi) is an ancient medicinal herb native to Southeast Asia renowned for its adaptogenic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, blood sugar-lowering, and cardiovascular benefits.
How to Use Sage for Health Benefits: Guide for Diabetes, Blood Pressure, Inflammation, and More Sage (Salvia officinalis) is a fragrant herb with a long history of medicinal use. It is well-known for its rich antioxidant content and promising effects on metabolic health, including diabetes management, cardiovascular support, and inflammation reduction. Using sage properly can … Read more
How to Use Fenugreek for Health Benefits: Guide for Diabetes, Blood Pressure, Inflammation, and More Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) is a versatile herb that offers significant health benefits, especially for people with diabetes, high blood pressure, inflammation, and other metabolic conditions. To safely and effectively use fenugreek, it is important to understand how it works, … Read more
How to Use Cinnamon for Health Benefits: Guidance on Species, Preparation, and Dosage Cinnamon, a widely cherished spice, offers numerous health benefits, especially for people with diabetes, high blood pressure, inflammation, and other related illnesses. To harness its benefits safely and effectively, it is important to select the right species of cinnamon, understand how to … Read more
G6PD Deficiency, Diabetes, and the Case for Zero-Calorie Sweeteners Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase deficiency, more commonly known as G6PD deficiency, is one of the most common enzyme disorders worldwide. People with this condition have red blood cells that are unusually sensitive to oxidative stress. When exposed to certain triggers—such as fava beans, specific medicines, or strong oxidative … Read more
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The Most Sensitive Variants of G6PD Deficiency and Where They Are Found Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, more commonly known as G6PD deficiency, is one of the most widespread enzyme disorders in the world. People born with this genetic condition have red blood cells that are more vulnerable to breaking apart (hemolysis) when exposed to certain triggers … Read more