Mitra RangarajanHepatitis is an inflammation of the liver — ranging in severity from A through E.There are five main hepatitis infections, referred to as types A, B, C, D and E. These five types are of biggest concern because of the…Nov 1, 20181Nov 1, 20181
Mitra RangarajanGI Benefits of TurmericIn a previous blog post, I discussed the best and worst foods for digestion. However, in that article, I did not address essential herbs…Nov 1, 2018Nov 1, 2018
Mitra RangarajanTips for Planning PACsA 2015 article published by Propublica gives an overview of a patient’s life that was lost due to several missteps in her care. One of the…Nov 1, 2018Nov 1, 2018
Mitra RangarajanOur stomachs do not react well to everything we eat, and there’s both good and bad when it comes…It is also important to note that each individual may react differently to certain foods. For some, specific foods may upset their stomach…Nov 1, 2018Nov 1, 2018
Mitra RangarajanGinger is one of the healthiest seasonings in the world and is also one of the best spices for…Nutrition analysis of ginger shows that 100g of ground ginger contains: 336 calories, 4.2 g total fat, 2.6g Saturated fat, 0 mg…Nov 1, 20181Nov 1, 20181
Mitra RangarajanThe Dangers of a Sedentary LifestyleIf you find yourself stuck behind a desk or sitting on your couch for much of your day, you are not alone. According to the World Health…Nov 1, 2018Nov 1, 2018
Mitra RangarajanDietary Supplements — Helpful or Harmful?It comes as no surprise that the majority of Americans use or have used a dietary supplement. According to the National Institute of…Oct 28, 2018Oct 28, 2018
Mitra RangarajanPatient Safety is not All About Filming, Wrong Site Surgery, etc.Patient safety at its core involves commitment from healthcare providers, entities etc., to practice safely and do no harm. A report…Apr 20, 2018Apr 20, 2018
Mitra RangarajanWeight-Loss Surgery Safety: Are We There Yet?Patient safety and quality of care are significant concerns within the United States healthcare system. According to the CDC more than a…Apr 20, 2018Apr 20, 2018
Mitra RangarajanEat Less Sugar: How and WhyWe’ve all been told to consume less sugar, and kicking a sugar habit can be a challenge. According to the Dietary Guidelines Advisory…Apr 20, 2018Apr 20, 2018