Obsessive-compulsive disorder is an anxiety disorder that imprisons a person in a constant loop of irregular behaviors and distressful thoughts. People with OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) are affected by disturbing thoughts, which are uncontrollable. Hence, to shrug off these thoughts, they are bound to follow certain practices and compulsions, which differentiates them from other people. These rituals cause anxiety and discomfort for the individual at that moment and the people around him/her. These rituals intervene in the regular activities of a person, and in extreme cases, it disturbs the sleep as well. Further, we have discussed 9 signs and compulsions…
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Supplements are the additional nutrients which helps in fulfilling the mineral requirements of our body. The regular diet of a person can not compensate the nutrients required for transforming a human body. Additionally, people eat junk food these days which does not provide the proper nutrition. So, fitness enthusiasts rely on supplements for quick solutions. Supplements help in rapid muscle growth and bodybuilding. These supplements contain creatinine, which helps in forming muscles but an excess of creatinine is harmful to human body. Creatinine is produced in large number due to these supplements. You can find the 7 side effects of…
Marham and Plan9 have joined hands for an active collaboration on improving the well-being of society. Both have vowed to create awareness and uplift the technology healthcare sector of Pakistan. LAHORE, 4th March, 2017: Marham, the most authentic technology platform to find and consult the right doctor, and Plan9, Pakistan’s largest incubator for businesses, has signed a MoU to help improve the healthcare system of Pakistan. According to the MoU, Plan9 will amplify the efforts of Marham by spreading their awareness campaigns through its own platform. Plan9 will back all the efforts of Marham for promotion of healthy life, and…
In 2011, there was an outbreak of dengue fever in Pakistan. According to a report from WHO (World Health Organization), there have been 16,580 confirmed cases of dengue since 2010. At first, there was no cure for dengue. But with the passage of time, the researchers have coped up with the disease. Still, many people are dying because of dengue by not getting checked at the right time; it is due to the lack of awareness about the disease. Infected Aedes mosquito bites the person, and it induces dengue. The infected mosquito bites a human and transfers the virus. There…
The most common causes of allergies are dust, food, plants, pollen, insects, and latex. It is a fact that people ignore the symptoms of these allergies. But, it is not their fault because they are not educated about it. Hence, there are some symptoms discussed as follows which will help you in the future; 1. Itching It is one of the common symptoms of allergies. You might have a rash on your skin. Itching is an allergic reaction when you get exposed to the source of your allergies. In the case of sudden scratching, go to the skin specialist for…
Teeth are an important facial feature. If you have bright sparkling teeth, they will add tons of confidence to your personality. Otherwise, you will not be at ease with communicating in daily life. The way you take care of your other facial features, teeth demand some extra care too. Investment in the health of your teeth will give you benefits in old age when they become a very precious commodity. Here are some dentists available on Marham platform for booking an appointment. Below are some important tips for taking care of your teeth, 1. Rinse After Eating Whenever you have…
It is the most crucial time of a woman’s life which is the time after pregnancy. These three things will help these new mothers to recover their health. 1. Lots of Rest A newborn baby sleeps for only a few hours, and this disturbs the mother’s sleep. Lack of sleep affects the health of the mother. The time after pregnancy is the recovery time for the mother. But, restlessness affects the natural process of recovery. Physical imbalance and fatigue affect the emotional state of a person as well. Emotional disturbance leads to depression and other psychological problems. The most amount…
In Pakistan, cleanliness is a huge problem. Everything around us is polluted. Air, water, and even food. The situation is so dire that, sometimes, the food carries less nutrition and more bacteria. The bacteria infested food affects our stomach, digestion and whole system of our body. We can try the following homemade food items as a remedy to fight against the germs and bacteria in our stomach. 1. Rice Water Rice water is the residue water left after boiling the rice. This water is very helpful to sooth the stomach pain. It provides a protective cover over the stomach membrane,…
According to a study called analysis of emergency department surveillance, it is deduced that around 20,000 people of Pakistan had the problem of chest pain. From which around 60% were male, and 40% were female. You will find these reasons of chest pain in your ordinary life. Hence, it is better to know them before. These reasons are as follows; 1. Heartburn (a very common cause of chest pain) Heartburn is experienced by most of the people around us. It is the burning feeling in your chest, and every chest pain doesn’t necessarily mean heart attack. It is due…
For a child’s nutrition, three things are critical. Vitamin D, fats and calcium, these ingredients help a child to develop their immunity, increase brain function and assist in physical growth. “Fats help vitamin D, which is soluble in fats and all of this helps in processing calcium.” But, unfortunately, some children have milk allergies or other issues that prevent them from taking the milk and fulfill their nutrition. However, there are some ways that one can provide this nutrition to their children. These areas below; Calcium Your baby requires 500 mg of calcium every day to stay healthy. Some of…