The Importance Of Colostrum For New-Borns The first milk that comes out immediately after the birth of a new-born is known as colostrum. All lactating mammals including humans produce this, as it is highly nutritious for new-borns. It is responsible for allowing the baby to fight harmful bacteria and parasites and achieve a healthy weight. Colostrum contains carbohydrates, … [Read more...] about The Importance Of Colostrum For New-Borns
Mother’s Milk Supersedes All Baby Foods
Mother’s Milk Supersedes All Baby Foods One of the first decisions a new mother has to make is, how she is going to feed her baby. When a mother chooses to breastfeed, she makes an investment in her baby’s future. Breastfeeding provides the perfect nourishment for a baby. Mother’s milk gives the baby a healthy start to last a lifetime. While it takes time, dedication and a … [Read more...] about Mother’s Milk Supersedes All Baby Foods
Planning A Pregnancy Counts
Planning A Pregnancy Counts In India, only five per cent couples seek pre-pregnancy counselling. Therefore. unfortunately, a large number of pregnancies are still unplanned. Pre-pregnancy counselling is a consultation with an obstetrician before planning for a pregnancy. But by the time some couples come to see an obstetrician, most of the foetal organs are developed and it is … [Read more...] about Planning A Pregnancy Counts
Help For An Unhealthy Heart
Help For An Unhealthy Heart The heart is a pump. It pumps blood to the body to maintain circulation of oxygen, glucose and other nutrients. When the heart is diseased or unable to pump adequate amount of blood, it leads to heart failure. The most important and common causes of heart failure are coronary artery disease, cardiomyopathy, and hypertensive heart disease. Other … [Read more...] about Help For An Unhealthy Heart
Is It Heartburn Or A Heart Attack?
Is It Heartburn Or A Heart Attack? Chest discomfort, pain and shortness of breath are symptoms associated with angina or even heart attack. However, these symptoms also overlap with heart bum or acid indigestion and reflux which is one of the most common discomforts experienced by all every now and then. This is also the reason why people experiencing a heart attack sometimes … [Read more...] about Is It Heartburn Or A Heart Attack?