Parasitic Diseases

Turmeric is a spice with a deep yellow-orange color that comes from a plant in the ginger family. It has been used in cooking and Ayurvedic medicine in India and Asia for thousands of years. Curcuminoids are a group of active compounds in turmeric, and the main one is curcumin. Curcumin has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and gives turmeric its yellow color. Turmeric supplements contain curcumin in much higher doses than what naturally occurs in turmeric spice. "Turmeric supplements are marketed as a way to reduce inflammation. This may be especially helpful for people with diseases related to inflammation such as inflammatory bowel disease and arthritis. The most compelling evidence surrounds turmeric as treatment for rheumatoid arthritis (RA)," says Sarah Anzlovar, MS, RD. While studies show that turmeric supplements may be beneficial for certain health conditions, more research is needed. When looking for the best turmeric supplements, we conside...

What Are Intestinal Worms? If you have intestinal parasites, you may have digestive symptoms, including abdominal pain and diarrhea. Untreated, worms may cause complications. Intestinal worms, also known as parasitic worms, are one of the main types of intestinal parasites in humans. They're most commonly found in subtropical and tropical regions, but some types are found in the United States. Most intestinal worm infections only cause mild illness and can be treated with medication. Common symptoms of intestinal worms are: Abdominal pain. Diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting. Gas and bloating.   Unexplained weight loss. Abdominal pain or tenderness. A person with intestinal worms may also experience dysentery. Dysentery is when an intestinal infection causes diarrhea with blood and mucus in the stool. Intestinal worms can also cause a rash or itching around the rectum or vulva. In some cases, you will pa...

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Diva West resident Rasika Sanjay Katre Patil, who was diagnosed with PCOS and hypothyroidism after having her firstborn, started taking ayurvedic supplements in 2021, to regulate her period cycles. Her daughter was born last year. Pic/Satej Shinde Rachana and husband Vishal Gupta say that they discovered the "miraculous results" of Ayurveda almost a decade ago. Vishal, she says, was battling psoriasis - a skin disease that causes a rash with itchy and scaly patches, often on the knees, elbows and scalp. He has struggled with it since he was 20. After pumping money into medication that yielded very little result, Vishal, despite being a sceptic, tried Ayurveda. "He diligently consumed the herbal concoction and kadhas daily," Rachana remembers, "The results started showing but slowly. Eventually, his skin was back to what it used to be in his teens." That was a turning point for the Guptas. Gynoveda co-founders Rachana Gupta and Dr Aarati Patil at their ...

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Tick bites can be common, but recognizing their characteristics and distinguishing them from other tick-borne illnesses, such as Lyme disease, is vital. In this article, we will explore the distinct features of tick bites, including redness, inflammation, and itching, as well as the bull's-eye rash associated with Lyme disease. By understanding these characteristics, you can proactively protect your health and seek timely medical attention if needed. Tick Bite: Pictures of Single Bite Reproduced with permission from © DermNet and © Raimo Suhonen dermnetnz.org 2023. Ticks are pesky insects that latch onto you while passing through bushes, plants, or grass. Once they find their way onto your body, ticks typically seek warm and moist areas. These include the armpits, groin, or hair, where they firmly attach themselves and begin feeding on your blood. It is important to avoid ticks, as they can carry and transmit bacteria and other disease-caus...