Articles for author: Dr Ankita Tiwari

From Thrones to Today: Health Perks of Piercings in History

Introduction For thousands of years, piercings have adorned the ears and neighbours of people from all walks of life, including ancient Royals, and modern trend setters. These body modifications carried deep cultural, religious, and aesthetic significance and have evolved from ancient Egyptian Pharaohs to contemporary fashion icons. Piercing symbolises beauty, status and even health benefits. ...

Dr Ankita Tiwari

From Ink to Pixels: The Resilient Journey of Newspapers

Introduction Ever wonder how newspapers still stay relevant in our fast-paced digital world? Despite the rise of social media and digital news, traditional newspapers like Dainik Bhaskar continue to thrive. Their secret? Trustworthy reporting, in-depth articles and that unique charm of holding a physical paper. Let’s dive into how they blend tradition with innovation to ...

The Detox Dilemma: Do our Bodies truly Need a Cleanse?

Source: Microsoft designer Introduction Detoxification refers to the process of filtering and eliminating harmful substances (toxins) from the body. These toxins can accumulate from environmental pollutants, processed foods and unhealthy lifestyles. While the body has natural detoxification systems such as the liver and kidneys, many individuals seek additional methods to detoxify their body like detox ...

Rewiring the Brain After Trauma: Effective Healing Techniques

Source: ChatGPT Introduction A single distressing event can alter the delicate architecture of the brain, leaving invisible scars that affect all dimensions of the survivor’s life. Trauma, in its broadest sense, refers to any experience that overwhelms an individual’s capacity to cope, leaving them feeling helpless and vulnerable.  The brain, our body’s command centre, is ...

The Connection Between Mental Health and Substance Abuse

Introduction The relationship between mental health and substance abuse is closely interconnected with each other. Many individuals with untreated mental health conditions use substances like alcohol or opioids to self-medicate and alleviate their symptoms temporarily. Additionally, mental health issues such as personality disorder can lead to impulsive and risky behaviours, including substance abuse. “Mental illness ...

Vaccine Hesitancy: Addressing Concerns and Building Trust

 From Hesitancy to Hope: Building Trust in Vaccination Efforts. Source: ChatGPT Introduction Vaccine hesitancy in the growing population is becoming a challenge to close the immunization gap. It occurs when people delay or refuse vaccines despite their availability. Factors like convenience, confidence and misinformation play a crucial role. Addressing Vaccine hesitancy is important for public ...

Apitoxin: The Hidden Superpower of Honey Bee Venom

Tiny Sting, Mighty Cure: Power of Bee Venom, Unlocking the Healing Power What is Apitoxin? Unveiling the Hidden Power of Bee Venom Apitoxin, or bee venom, is a fascinating natural substance produced by worker bees to protect their colony. Beyond its role in defence, this potent liquid has been used for  centuries to ease pain ...

Beauty or Hazard? Unveiling the Dark Side of Tattoo

Under the needle: A Masterpiece takes shape—But at What Cost? Tattoo Temptations and Health Concerns Tattoos have been a part of culture and tradition for centuries, with a rich history and their cultural significance that varies according to different societies. In ancient times, tattoos were used for spiritual ceremonies, social recognition or even as marks ...

Wisdom Teeth Warnings: Pain and Relief

 Introduction Wisdom Teeth also called as “Third molars”, typically emerge at the back of the jaw between 17-25 years of age. Eruption of these teeth may cause pain and discomfort that subsides on their own.  These third molars are inherited from our ancestors who needed them to chew tough plant material. The evolution changed the ...

Stem Cell Therapy: Pioneering the Future of Medicine

Introduction Source: Deep AI Reema Sandhu (Stem-cell success story) Reema Sandhu’s journey of stem-cell therapy was started in 2013, when she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. A chronic disease that affects the brain and the spinal cord. It is an autoimmune disorder (the body’s immune system attacks its own healthy cells) that can disrupt communication ...