National Doctors Day 2018: Keep The Doctor Away! 5 Tips For 5 Serious Health Problems From Our Experts
This doctor's day, health experts weigh in on keeping the doctor away!
Doctors play an indispensable role in the society. Right from the first cry to the last sigh, human lives rely greatly on their vast knowledge and expertise. It's impossible to imagine how life would be, had there been no physicians. On the July 1 every year, we celebrate National Doctor's Day in India to commemorate the birth and death anniversary of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, who was a renowned physician and the second chief minister of West Bengal. On this momentous occasion, we bring you 5 valuable pieces of health advice from 5 doctors who are experts in their respective fields.
1 Infertility - Dr. Hrishikesh Pai: "Check Your Anti-Mullein Hormone"
Dr. Pai, who is a consultant Gynecologist and IVF specialist from Hiranandani Hospital Vashi, Fortis has a valuable health tip to prevent the bane of infertility: "Follow safe sex to prevent infertility-causing STDs. Exercising regularly and, avoiding alcohol and tobacco are also important. Get yourself checked for Anti-Mullein Hormone (AMH). It should not be less than 1.5mg/NL. With age, fertility in women can wane. That's why it's important to get married at the same time."
2 Obesity- Dr. Sweta Budyal "Lower Screen Time"
Prevention is better than cure, according to Dr. Sweta Budyal, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist at Fortis, Mulund. She recommends a balanced diet with an emphasis on protein and plenty of veggies. Apart from regular physical activity, stress management, adequate sleep and reducing screen time in children is absolutely necessary.
3 Cardiovascular Health - Dr. Bhaskar Semitha "150 Hours of Exercise"
Consultant cardiothoriac and vascular surgeon from Fortis, Kalyan, Dr. Bhaskar Semitha recommends 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise per week and seven to eight hours of restful sleep every day to keep your heart healthy. Lose bad habits such as smoking and passive smoking, tackle excessive weight, stick to a balanced diet with fruits and veggies and say no to unhealthy fat and sugar!
4 Diabetes - Dr. Anil Bhoraskar "Learn To Laugh!"
Secretory of Diabetic Association of India and Senior Diabetologist from SL Raheja Hospital –A Fortis Associate, Dr. Bhoraskar wants you to visit diabetes care centre like you would a temple. Oily food, sugar and refined carbs should be banished from your life. Reducing screen time to 2 hours a day is a must. So keep your smartphones and laptops at bay. Avoid complications by undergoing regular check-ups. Test your blood, monitor insulin dosage, inspect feet for lesions, check your eye health and undergo ECG! Learn to laugh and take life less seriously.
5 Cancer- Dr. Sudesh Pandse "If Your BMI Is 25+, Lose Weight"
Consultant Surgical Oncologist Dr. Sudesh Pandse from SL Raheja Hospital, a Fortis Associate wants you to clean up your food habits, ensure a nutritious diet, eat organic and load up on turmeric and fresh vegetables. Maintaining a body mass index (BMI) of less than 25 on an average is important. So lose weight if you are overweight. And its common knowledge to give up on alcohol and smoking to lower cancer risk.
As much as we love and revere our doctors, here's hoping that we don't have to see them on a regular basis! On Doctor's Day, our experts underscore these important lifestyle tips for readers of Latestly so that you keep the doctor away for as long as you can; and eating more apples is a good start!
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jul 01, 2018 12:09 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).