The best protection against the ‘flu’ is to get the seasonal ‘flu’ vaccination. Influenza, commonly called ‘flu’, is a contagious illness caused by viruses that are spread from infected persons when they cough or sneeze. The ‘flu’ virus is also spread by touching something that has been soiled with the virus, then touching your eyes,… Continue reading How can I protect myself against the flu? – Manipal Nurse answers
Category: Health and Fitness
Vegetarian: To Be or Not to Be
Many young people pursue the ideal of vegetarianism, often desiring to limit fat, cholesterol, and calories from their diet. There are potential problems in this pursuit, however, if not done carefully. The elimination of animal products often reduces the intake of good quality protein, as well as other nutrients, such as iron, calcium and vitamin… Continue reading Vegetarian: To Be or Not to Be
Migraine Facts: Manipal Nurse
Here’s some insight into this legitimate medical condition that affects nearly 45 million people. So you go into your boss’ office and tell her you have a headache and that you need to go home. Chances are, you can already predict the reaction – rolling eyes, a sigh, maybe even a chuckle. “Suck it up… Continue reading Migraine Facts: Manipal Nurse
What is Normal Eating? – Manipal Nurse
Normal Eating Is… Positive and flexible eating that depends on internal cues to regulate it. Being able to eat when you are hungry and continue eating until you are satisfied. Being able to use moderate constraint in your food selection to get the right food, but not being so restrictive that you miss out on… Continue reading What is Normal Eating? – Manipal Nurse
Good health requires plenty of water says the Manipal Nurse
It is the Monsoon season in Manipal and very soon everyone will be chanting “Rain, rain, rain-go away…” but to think about it, without water (H2O), life is destined for population dehydration. “Drink water, drink water, drink water..” Water softening is the removal of calcium, magnesium, and certain other metal cations in hard water. It… Continue reading Good health requires plenty of water says the Manipal Nurse
