Sehatnama- BP, sugar, fever medicines fail in test
Don't rely on doctors and pharma companies, take charge of your health in your own hands

What do you usually do when you have a cold or fever? The answer would be that you take medicines after consulting a doctor. If you have diabetes or hypertension, you take medicines regularly every day. After this, you become carefree thinking that 'I have taken the medicine, now there is no need to worry.'
In the last few months, many medicines have failed the quality test conducted by the drug regulatory body CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organization). This means that a medicine which was made for the treatment of a particular disease is not effective for that disease. That medicine can also have more side effects. Overall, it is not safe to consume medicines which fail the quality test. Therefore, we cannot be carefree even after consuming the medicine.
India's largest drug regulatory body CDSCO has released a list of 48 medicines. These medicines have failed the random sample quality testing conducted in the month of August. A total of 53 medicines failed in this testing, while among these, there are 5 medicines which the companies have refused to accept as their own. These were fake medicines, which were being sold in the market in the name of some pharma companies.
The worrying thing is that the medicines that failed the test are being manufactured by the country's renowned pharma companies like Hetero Drugs, Alkem Laboratories, Hindustan Antibiotics Limited (HAL), Karnataka Antibiotics and Pharmaceuticals Limited.

Why can't we trust pharma companies and doctors?
Which of our habits are making us sick?
How can we take the reins of our health in our own hands?

In April 2024, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) released a survey report, which stated that 45% of doctors in India are writing wrong or misleading prescriptions. It also revealed that doctors are unnecessarily writing many medicines in the prescription paper, such as Pantoprazole, Rabeprazole-Domperidone and Enzyme Drugs.
Now the failure of medicines of reputed pharma companies in the quality test means that the health of common people is being played with on a very large scale.

Medicines for which diseases failed in sample testing?

Even the popular tablet Shellcal given to children to fulfill the requirement of calcium and Vitamin-D has failed to meet the parameters of this quality test. It is manufactured by the reputed pharma company Torrent Pharmaceuticals. This medicine is used on a large scale to protect small children during teething, in case of bone problems in adults and to protect the elderly from osteoporosis.
The list of medicines that failed the quality test and the list of pharma companies is so long that it is difficult to write the names of all of them. Courtesy: Dainik Bhaskar
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Bhaskar Khaas: How can we prevent diseases that occur in old age, know from Britain's renowned longevity expert

According to Britain's expert, diseases of old age can be prevented by making some necessary changes

  As age increases, most people are affected by diseases. Therefore, we need to focus on healthy life instead of long life. That is, whatever years we live, they should be the best moments of our life... This is the statement of Britain's longevity expert Dr. Peter Atiya. Giving the example of Queen Elizabeth (96 years), he says, 'She was active till two days before her death. This is possible for everyone, but it will not be possible by focusing on one thing. Balance is necessary in exercise, diet, mental-emotional health. By doing this, you can add one more decade to your life.

Make a list of 10 activities that you want to do in old age, prepare a workout plan accordingly

   Benefits of mixed exercise: Exercise decides how you will live the rest of your life. It not only protects from serious diseases, but is also effective in increasing and improving healthspan. Renowned physician Dr. Atiya says that make a list of 10 such physical activities that you want to do in the future. These include long walks, carrying grandchildren in your lap, bringing groceries and gardening. Exercise is important and take care not to get injured. Workouts include archery, one-hour walking with a 10 kg weight, five pull-ups and 20 minutes of swimming.
Strengthen grip strength: Strength is important for increasing life span. People aged 75-80 years cannot do many things because they lack strength. Many people are unable to get up from sitting on the floor or struggle to open a jar or button it. All these are signs of decreasing age. In this situation, first of all, you will have to work on grip strength. Walk carrying weight, it would be better if these things are in front of you. Get up without support while sitting on the ground. Fitness will improve.
    Take care of your health at the workplace: We spend most of our time at the workplace. Some people continue to work even after retirement. Dr. Richard Seo of Kings College says, if you sit in front of the computer for a long time, take regular breaks. Eat healthy and take a walk after lunch and find ways to deal with the stress of the workplace.

Take care of emotional health: The most important components of healthspan are emotional and brain health. Happiness, satisfaction and connection with people pave the way to longevity. If we are depressed, not working out and eating properly, then the decline begins. Decide on your diet by looking at your weight: Most of us are eating the wrong things. 24&7 availability of food is a big obstacle in following the rules. Include protein, carbohydrates or fat in the diet as per the body's need. Keep a close eye on your weight. Measure fat and muscle mass and take necessary measures.

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Tulsi leaves are Maha Aushadhi

It gives strength to the heart and mind, know 12 big health benefits of Tulsi from a nutritionist

   In India, Tulsi is not just a plant. In Hinduism, it is considered a form of Goddess. In Ayurveda, it is called Maha Aushadhi. Science also believes that Tulsi is an important plant due to its nutritional value and special medicinal properties.
The scientific name of Tulsi is Ocimum basilicum. Our ancestors have been drinking Tulsi tea and decoction. It gives instant relief in common cold. It reduces sore throat and also eliminates phlegm. It keeps digestion healthy. The immune system is strengthened and also helps in stress management.

What is the nutritional value of Tulsi? Which diseases can be cured by it? Can it protect us from cancer?

It contains vitamin K in abundance. Apart from this, it also contains vitamin A. Apart from this, it also contains important minerals for our body. The special thing about Tulsi is that its leaves can be used both fresh and dried.

Tulsi leaves are very beneficial

Tulsi leaves are very beneficial. Due to their special properties, it is called Maha-Medicine. If they are consumed daily, anxiety and depression are reduced. Brain functioning improves. Memory power also increases with its consumption.
When there was a cold and cough, grandmothers and grandmothers used to give tea or decoction made of Tulsi leaves. It also provided relief. This was because Tulsi leaves are immunity boosters and are also effective in any kind of infection.

Tulsi protects against cancer

According to a study published in the National Library of Medicine in August 2016, Tulsi can protect us from many types of cancer. In this study, it was seen that Tulsi stopped the growth of human colon cancer cells in the test tube.
According to a study published in January 2015 in the National Library of Medicine, basil leaf extract has anti-cancer properties. Basil prevents cancer cells from growing and dividing. After this, it also destroys them.

Basil controls blood pressure and cholesterol level

In traditional Chinese medicine, basil leaves have been used to treat heart disease for centuries. According to a study published in May 2010 in the National Library of Medicine, it is capable of reducing high blood pressure and improving cholesterol levels.

Immune system is strengthened

Antioxidants and essential oils are found in abundance in basil leaves. This strengthens immunity. If basil leaves are consumed regularly, they can help the body fight infections and diseases. Its leaves are very effective in the problem of common cold.

Digestion improves

Consumption of basil leaves secretes more digestive enzymes. With their help, digestion becomes easier. This also removes the problem of acidity and gas. For people who often have digestive problems, basil can prove to be a panacea.

It is anti-inflammatory

Basil leaves have natural anti-inflammatory properties. With this, inflammation of any part of the body can be reduced. Long-term inflammation increases the risk of many chronic diseases. If basil leaves are consumed daily, this inflammation can be relieved.

Beneficial in asthma and respiratory diseases

Due to its Kapha and Vata balancing effect, it is also useful in the treatment of asthma and chronic respiratory diseases, cold and cough. It can also relieve the problem of frequent hiccups.

Beneficial in vomiting and gastric problems

If you have problems of nausea or vomiting, you can still rely on Tulsi. It also relieves bloating and gastric problems due to its Vata calming effect. 

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https://www.bhaskar.com/lifestyle/news/tulsi-basil-leaves-health-benefits-nutrition-medicinal-properties-134104011.html

Taking too much Vitamin A can also cause harm, know its 10 side effects

  Vitamin A is very important to stay healthy. We usually take it in our diet through fruits and vegetables. But sometimes we also take its supplement. If we take more than the required amount of vitamin-A during the day, then many types of health problems start occurring. According to Dr. Sunita Rai Chaudhary, dietician of BLK Super Specialty Hospital, New Delhi, taking excess amount of vitamin-A has many side effects.
Amount of vitamin-A to be taken throughout the day (Source: National Academy of Science)-
●     0-6 months 400 micrograms
●     6-12 months 500 micrograms
●     4-8 years 700 micrograms
●     9-14 years 1700 micrograms
●     14-18 years 2800 micrograms
●     19-70 years 3000 micrograms
●     Pregnant women 2800-3000 micrograms