Better digestion guide
After how many min/hours can we lie on bed after eating lunch or dinner? Is there any minimum timing for such things for better digestion?
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Health Q&A
High BP for last few months
My BP was coming in the range of 150/95 for last few months. I started taking homeopathic medicine. It has come down to 130/90. Got all my tests done including ECG and Echo. All is normal. Triglycerides and cholesterol, Hb are normal. Diastolic pressure is not coming down. Please suggest.
Back pain releted
My 2-year-old child was playing on my back for a long time, then towards evening I noticed My back feels tight. just above the middle of my back, it hurt with movement, This pain also occurs while eating or drinking or when burping., the pain was like a wave. When that wave of despair comes, it feels like my breath is being held back, I feel uncomfortable. What should be done?
Oiling body
Hi Doctor, is it good to apply oil to whole body? My mother forces me do it regularly but i don't like oil stickiness to body. Which oil is best to apply over whole body? Can oil be applied over private parts area like butt , upper thigh etc ?
Hair density
"I have had reduced hair density since 2011. After that, my hair loss stabilized, and I haven't experienced significant hair fall. However, I would like to know if it's possible to regain my lost hair. I am 34 years old."
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