Sahabat PRAMITA, have you ever imagined how important bones are in supporting daily activities? From walking, running, to simply sitting comfortably, all require strong bones. One way to know bone condition is through a bone density test or Bone Mineral Density (BMD). What is Bone Mineral Density? BMD test measures the amount of calcium and other minerals in the bone. The higher the result, the denser the bone, and the lower the risk of fractures. However, values far above normal may also in...

Date Seed Coffee: A Healthy Caffeine-Free Drink That’s Rising in Popularity in the Middle East Dear PRAMITA friends, the healthy culinary world is welcoming a new trend that is unique and full of benefits: date seed coffee. This drink is currently a hot topic in various Middle Eastern countries, such as the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, thanks to its distinctive taste and health benefits. Date seed coffee is made from date seeds that have been cleaned, dried, roasted, then...

Dear Sahabat PRAMITA, osteoporosis often goes unnoticed until a fracture occurs. This condition can be prevented and detected early through the right laboratory and radiology examinations. The main test recommended is the Bone Mineral Density (BMD) test using Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DXA) to measure bone density and assess fracture risk. In addition, blood tests such as N-Mid Osteocalcin (to evaluate bone formation activity by osteoblasts) and Beta Cross Laps (to measure bone reso...

Osteoporosis Is Not Only for the Elderly: Recognize, Prevent, and Treat It Early Dear PRAMITA Friends, osteoporosis is often called a silent killer because its symptoms are not visible until serious bone damage occurs. This condition makes bones weak and prone to fractures due to decreased bone density. Although it is more common in older adults, especially postmenopausal women, an unhealthy lifestyle can also increase the risk. Lack of exercise, low calcium and vitamin D intake, smoking h...

Have you ever heard the advice not to drink milk after taking medicine? Many believe milk can reduce side effects and make the body feel more comfortable. But is it always safe? Let’s discuss together. Basically, every drug works differently in the body. Drugs can interact with food, drinks, supplements, and even milk. Such interactions may increase or reduce drug effectiveness, or even cause new side effects. Therefore, medication rules cannot be generalized. Milk contains calcium, protei...

Dear PRAMITA friends, maintaining cervical health is one of the important steps that is often overlooked. In fact, cervical cancer is still one of the leading causes of death among women in Indonesia. The good news is, there is a simple way to detect it early: Pap Smear. What is Pap Smear? Pap Smear is a medical examination performed by taking cell samples from the cervix using a special tool. These samples are then examined in the laboratory to determine whether there are abnormal cells, pr...