ANEMIC DIET PLAN :-

The best diet plan for anemia includes foods rich in iron and other vitamins essential to hemoglobin and red blood cell production.

Foods to be preferred by Anemic persons:

1. Dark Leafy Greens - It includes Spinach, Kale, Collard Greens, Dandelion Greens.
2. Nuts and Seeds - Pumpkin Seeds and Pistachios are most rich in Iron.
3. Meat and Poultry- All meat and poultry contain heme iron. Red meat, lamb, and venison are the best sources
4. Seafood - Shellfish such as oysters, clams, and shrimp are good sources. Fishes which are higher in Iron are Sardines, Tuna, Salmon, Hallibut, Haddock.
5. Beans - Beans are good sources of iron for vegetarians and meat eaters. They include Kidney Beans, Chickpeas, Soybeans, Black Beans.
6. Legumes - Legumes especially lentils,are great for anemia.
7. Fruits and Vegetables - Fruits and vegetables like Pomegranate, Banana, Apple, Tomatoes, Beetroot, Bottle gourd.

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*❗Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH)❗*

*🔅Introduction*:-

It is an eating plan rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish, poultry, nuts, legumes and low fat dairy products to stop the risk of Hypertension.
  The DASH diet cuts out desserts, sweetened beverages, fats, red meat and processed meat.

*🔅Staying on DASH Diet* :-

The DASH Diet suggests taking ->
1. Grains: 7-8 Daily servings
2. Vegetables: 4-5 Daily servings
3. Fruits: 4-5 Daily servings
4. Low Fat Dairy Products: 2-3 Daily Servings
5. Meat, Poultry, Fish: 2 or less Daily Servings
6. Nuts, Seeds, Dry Beans: 4-5 Servings per Week
7. Oils: 1-2 Daily Servings
🔅Goals of DASH Diet* :-

 The goals of DASH Diet are ->

1. Limit sodium to no more than 2,300 mg a day.

2. Reduce saturated fat to no more than 6% of daily calories and total fat to 27% of daily calories. (Low-fat dairy products appear to be especially beneficial for lowering systolic blood pressure).

3. Select monounsaturated oils, such as olive or canola oil.

4. Choose whole grains over white flour or pasta products.

5. Choose fresh fruits and vegetables every day. They are rich in potassium and fibre.


6. Eat nuts, seeds, or legumes (beans or peas) daily.

7. Limiting  carbohydrates to 55% of daily calories and dietary cholesterol to 150 mg.

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*FATTY LIVER DIET: DO’S & DONT’S*

INTRODUCTION :- Fatty Liver is a term that describes buildup of fat in the liver. Basically, there are 2 types of Fatty Liver- a) Alcohol- induced
           b) Non- alcoholic
One of the main ways to treat fatty liver diseases is with diet. A low-fat, reduced calorie diet can help in lossing weight and reduce the risk of fatty liver disease.

FOODS TO BE TAKEN :-
1. COFFEE: Helps in lowering abnormal Liver Enzymes.
2. BROCCOLI: It helps in preventing the buildup of fat in liver.
3. TOFU: It may reduce fat buildup in liver and is high in proteins.
4. FISH: Fish contains Omega-3 Fatty Acids which help in improving liver fat levels and bring down inflammation.
5. OATMEAL: It gives energy to body.
6. WALNUTS: These are high in Omega-3 and help in improving Liver Function Tests.
7. AVOCADO: They are rich in fibre, which can help with weight control.
8. MILK: Milk is high in whey protein.
9. SUNFLOWER SEEDS: These seeds are high in Vitamin E (an antioxidant) which protect liver from further damage.
10. OLIVE OIL: Helps to lower liver enzyme levels and control weight.

FOODS TO BE AVOIDED :-
1. ALCOHOL: Alcohol is major cause of Fatty Liver.
2. SUGAR: It increases Blood Sugar level and fat buildup in liver.
3. FRIED FOODS: They are high in fat and calories.
4. SALT: It increases the water level.
5. FLOUR: Flour increases the blood sugar level and are lack in fibre.
6. RED MEAT: They are high in saturated fats.

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*DIET TIPS FOR CARDIAC PATIENTS*

▶A “cardiac diet”/ “a heart healthy diet”— coupled with regular exercise, can help boost  heart health for years to come.
 This is a plan to eat plenty of nutrient-rich foods—fruits and veggies, whole grains, lean poultry and fish. And it also means avoiding saturated fats, trans fats, and excess sodium and sugar.

*HEART HEALTHY FOODS:- *
🅾Fruit & Vegetables : Fruits and vegetables and are undoubtedly healthful foods. They boost your immune system, providing the nutrients your body needs and help reduce inflammation. Some fruits/ vegetables which are healthy for heart are-
       1     Spinach 
 2 Broccoli
 3 Cauliflower
 4 Bok choy
 5 Tomato
 6 Arugula
 7 Bell peppers
 8 Carrots
 9 Asparagus

🅾Soluble Fibre: Eating soluble fiber can help lower your cholesterol level and better manage blood sugar levels.” Aim for about 10 to 25 grams of soluble fiber per day; you can find it in:
 1 Oats
 2 Beans
 3 Berries
 4 Ground flaxseed

🅾Omega-3 Fatty Acids: These good fats can reduce blood pressure, decrease triglyceride levels, slow the growth of plaque in the arteries and reduce the risk of arrhythmias. Found basically in:
 1 Salmon
 2 Tuna
 3 Herring
 4 Sardines
 5 Walnuts
 6 Ground flaxseed
 7 Hemp Seeds
 8 Chia seeds

*FOODS TO AVOID:- *
🅾Trans Fats & Saturated Fats: These increase our blood cholesterol levels. Foods which are included in these are:
 1 Peanut butter
 2 Packaged cookies
 3 Packaged cakes
 4 Donuts and muffins
 5 Fatty cuts of read meat (porterhouse, rib eye, prime rib)
 6 Any fried food
 7 Pork
 8 Lamb
 9 Poultry with skin
 10 Butter
 11 Cheese and other whole or reduced-fat dairy products
 12 Whole fat dairy

🅾Salt: Too much salt in diet is bad for your cardiovascular health. That’s because extra sodium increases blood volume in blood vessels, raising blood pressure and making your heart work harder to pump it.

🅾Sugar: Researchers say eating too much sugar is connected to a higher risk of dying from heart disease.

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Tips for Diabetes

Here is something useful for all my diabetic patients. Tired of hearing the list of prohibited foods?? Well, you can now have some variety in your daily meals. Following are the foods that you should have:
1) 4 to 5 Almonds daily. These not only regulate your blood sugar levels but also reduce risk of heart diseases.
2) Fenugreek seeds or methi seeds. 4 or 5 seeds soaked overnight in a cup of water and consumed first thing in morning can work wonders in lowering your sugar levels.
3) Sweet potatoes. Unlike the normal potatoes these ones have a low glycemic index and are rich in fiber and vitamin A.
Can also be used to satisfy your sweet cravings.
4) Tomatoes. They offset diabetes with it's nutrients like vitamin C,E and iron. Can be eaten raw as well as in numerous other cooked forms .
5) Broccoli. It contains chromium that stabilizes blood sugar. If you don't like pastas then you can add broccoli  in your daily salads, desi vegetables, soups, pizzas or even vegetable khichdi.
6) Apples. Full of fibre and low in calories. Thus, it fights diabetes and bad cholesterol. Should be preferably eaten with skin.
7) Flax seeds. Also known as 'alsi' , these are very effective in not only reducing cholesterol levels but also help cells in absorbing insulin . Contain fibre, protein, magnesium and good fats.
8) Yogurt. Full of calcium and protein for fighting against insulin resistance that leads to diabetes. Have a cup every afternoon.
9) Garlic. It elevates the insulin level in blood. Also rich in allicin and vitamin B thiamine that are good for your pancreas.

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Benefits of Walnuts-

1 cup of walnuts(30 grams) contains-

• Energy: 200 calories
• Carbohydrates 3.89 grams (g)
• Sugar: 1 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Protein: 5 g
• Fat: 20 g
• Calcium: 20 milligrams (mg)
• Iron: 0.72 mg
• Sodium: 0 mg

Walnuts are also a good source of:

• manganese
• Copper
• Magnesium
• phosphorus
• Vitamin B 6
• iron

They are high inmonounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats and omega-3 fatty acids. They are also a good source of protein.

Benefits-
-Rich in antioxidants
-Decrease inflammation
-Promotes a healthy gut
-Reduce risk of some cancers
-Support weight control
-benefical in management of diabetes
-Helpful in low BP and relieves stress
-Support healthy aging
-Supports good brain function
-Improves blood fat
-Prevents from skin damage
-Improves immunity
-Useful in bone health
-Benefical for hairs

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ALMONDS : A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

¼ cup of almonds nutrition provides about

207 calories
5 grams of protein
5 grams fiber
7 grams of carbohydrates
5 grams of sugar
16 milligrams vitamin E (61 percent DV)
0.4 milligrams riboflavin (44 percent DV)
0.8 milligrams manganese (44 percent DV)
97 milligrams magnesium (36 percent DV)
172 milligrams phosphorus (29 percent DV)
96 milligrams calcium (9.5 percent DV)
33 milligrams iron (4 percent DV)

BENEFITS :

1. Help Prevent Heart Disease and Heart Attacks.
 2. Support Healthy Brain Function.
 3. Maintain Skin Health.
4. Help Control Blood Sugar Levels and Prevent Diabetes.
5. Help With Weight Loss and Prevent Overeating.
6. Increase Nutrient Absorption.
7. Increase Digestive Health.
 8. Can Help Fight Cancer and Inflammation.
 9. Help Maintain Dental and Bone Health.

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SCABIES

Scabies is a skin infestation caused by a mite known as the Sarcoptes scabiei. Untreated, these microscopic mites can live on your skin for months. They reproduce on the surface of your skin and then burrow into it and lay eggs. This causes an itchy, red rash to form on the skin.

SYMPTOMS OF SCABIES

After the initial exposure to scabies, it can take up to six weeks for symptoms to appear. The symptoms usually develop more quickly in people who’ve had scabies before.

The hallmark symptoms of scabies include a rash and intense itching that gets worse at night. Continuous scratching of the infected area can create sores that become infected. If this occurs, additional treatment with antibiotics for the skin infection may be recommended.
Common sites for scabies in older children and adults include the:

• wrist
• elbow
• armpit
• nipple
• penis
• waist
• buttocks
• area between the fingers

Scabies in babies and toddlers, and sometimes the very elderly or immunocompromised, can include the:

• head
• face
• neck
• hands
• soles of the feet

The rash itself can consist of tiny bites, hives, bumps under the skin, or pimple-like bumps. The burrow tracks of the mite can sometimes be seen on the skin. They may appear as tiny raised or discolored lines.

NORWEGIAN OR CRUSTED SCABIES-
Some people with scabies may develop another form of scabies known as Norwegian scabies, or crusted scabies. This is a more severe and extremely contagious type of scabies. People with crusted scabies develop thick crusts of skin that contain thousands of mites and eggs.

Crusted scabies can also appear:

• thick
• gray
• easy to crumble when touched

Crusted scabies usually develops in people with weakened immune systems. This includes people with HIV or AIDS, people who use steroids or certain medications (such as some for rheumatoid arthritis), or people who are undergoing chemotherapy. The scabies mites can overpower the immune system more easily and multiply at a quicker rate. Crusted scabies spreads in the same way as normal scabies.
CAUSES-

Scabies is a highly contagious condition. If you have close contact with a person infested with the scabies mite, your chances of catching it are fairly high. Crowded living conditions, close body contact (e.g., sleeping in the same bed), even holding hands for a while can easily allow the mite to spread from one person to another.

Since the scabies mite won't live away from a human body for more than a few days, direct contact is a much more likely source of transmission than clothing, bedding, or towels. The mites that cause scabies live specifically on humans - they can't be transmitted to or caught from animals, such as dogs.

A female mite lays 3 to 4 eggs per day, just under the surface of the skin. It takes about 2 weeks for these eggs to develop into larvae and finally adults, after which the adults emerge to the surface of the skin to mate. Once mating is complete, the adults reinvade the skin of their host or another person. The presence of the burrowing adult mite, eggs, and larvae cause a terrible itch. The number of infesting mites averages 5 to 10 but varies depending on the person's hygiene.

DIAGNOSIS-
To diagnose scabies, your doctor examines your skin, looking for signs of mites, including the characteristic burrows. When your doctor locates a mite burrow, he or she may take a scraping from that area of your skin to examine under a microscope. The microscopic examination can determine the presence of mites or their eggs.

PREVENTIONS-
Maintain personal hygiene.
Change clothes, bed linens daily.
Regular daily bath.
Clothes & bed linens to be boiled in hot water, dried in sun & ironed.
Thorough scrubbing with soap & water.
Through drying of skin after bathing.
Treat all close contacts

Cool and soak your skin- Soaking in cool water or applying a cool, wet washcloth to irritated areas of your skin may minimize itching.
Apply soothing lotion- Calamine lotion, available without a prescription, can effectively relieve the pain and itching of minor skin irritations.

DIET MANAGEMENT FOR SCABIES-

Overall you want to avoid foods that contain natural histamines (your body is already creating enough to combat the mites) and foods that you are allergic too.

Here is a list of foods you might want to avoid or cut down on during your scabies infestation because they are high in histamines:

• Red wine
• Aged cheese
• Citrus fruits
• Fermented foods (sauerkraut, kombucha, yogurt)
• Bacon (and other cured meats)
• Seafood
• Eggs
• Artificial food colors and preservatives
• Spices
• Alcohol
• Vinegar

Other foods that commonly cause allergic reactions, often involving skin irritation include:

• Tree Nuts
• Milk
• Soy
• Wheat
• coloring, additives

TREATMENT-

In scabies, Homeopathy is the best treatment option as Homeopathic prescriptions are exceptionally capable in treating this type of disease. They invigorate the disease fighting mechanism of the body to fight scabies.

As the healing system of the body is reinforced, the sickness is totally annihilated. It’s an approach that attacks the infection at the root and avert a repeat of the infection.

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DIET CHART FOR KIDNEY STONE

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किडनी में स्टोन के मरीजों के लिए सोडा ड्रिंक से संबंधित कई भ्रांतियां हैं। लेकिन असलियत यह है कि सोडा में मौजूद फोस्फोरिक एसिड की अधिकता किडनी में स्टोन को बढ़ाती है।

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