All posts by Dr Vivek Baliga
Kohlrabi And Your Health
Honestly speaking, I have never really understood Kohlrabi. Also called Knol Khol locally, this vegetable has hidden benefits that quite baffled me. I never knew that this ‘German Turnip’ was not really a turnip, but closely related to cabbage! Firstly, the kohlrabi is rich in vitamin C. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that has […]
Basics Of Coronavirus – A Presentation
For those of you who know me, I like to make short presentations now and again that summarize major health problems. The coronavirus is taking the world by storm. It seems to be spreading fast, and many are panicking. I have written about this virus elsewhere, but I thought I would share a presentation that […]
Medical Mysteries That Have Baffled The World
Once in a while, medical practitioners come across certain medical cases that have left them completely dumbfounded. These are the rarest of the rare, with hardly an expert to say they have the experience in managing them. I found for you some cases that have left many a mind confused and doctor baffled. 1. The […]
Why Are We The Way We Are?
Confused? Allow me to explain. The human body is made of trillions of cells. Each of these cells contains within them proteins that define how we look and appear to others. These proteins are called ‘genes’, often called DNA in the medical world. There are literally billions and billions of copies of DNA in our […]
Alcohol and the Heart – Let’s Stop It In Its Tracks!
In the recent years, there has been a great surge in the quantity of alcohol consumed by people across India. With easy availability of spirits and wines not just from India but also from the Western world, partaking in this on a regular basis seems to have become the norm for many. Many of us […]
How Friendship Can Boost Your Health
There has been much talk about ‘Vitamin F’ in recent years. ‘F’ stands for friendship, and believe it or not having friends can be very good for health. In a study conducted in an Australian University, older individuals who had more friends lived 22% longer than those of the same age with fewer friends. Having […]
Arrowroot – Health Benefits in Brief – Dr Vivek Baliga
The other day, my son asked me for some biscuits to eat. When I rummaged through the cupboard, I found a packet of biscuits made from arrowroot. In my naivety, I asked my wife what this was. She told me that it was one of the healthiest plants around. I decided to investigate it further, […]
Health Benefits Of Mushrooms – Dr Vivek Baliga
Have you ever wondered about the health benefits of mushrooms? People have a ‘love it or hate it’ relationship with mushrooms. These oddly shaped and funny smelling fungi are surprisingly rich in rare nutrients that are essential for staying healthy. Let’s take a look. There are different types of mushrooms available, and only a few […]
Masked Hypertension And It’s Perils
You will have heard about hypertension or high blood pressure, but have you heard of ‘masked’ hypertension? Before you get your superhero mode going, let me tell you that masked hypertension is a serious concern to both doctors and patients. You will know that some patients who visit a doctor have high blood pressure in […]
Refreshing Benefits Of Lemongrass Tea
I recently had the pleasure of traveling to Thailand with my family. Apart from the sweltering heat of the summer months, I had the privilege of enjoying local cuisine, especially street food. I have been a fan of Thai food for years, and the experience I had was certainly a memorable one. One spice I […]
