Healthy Inspirations
Myth/Fact: People with Cardiovascular Shouldn't Work Out
Tue, 8 Mar 2022Dasdo Antonius Sinaga, consultant interventional cardiologists at Awal Bros Hospital Bekasi, dismissed the theory that it was linked to exercise and a heart attack. He contends that this assumption is incorrect. Patients can start physical activity according to their doctor's recommendations.Cycling, either on stationary bikes or on streets, is another recommended sport for anyone who has suffered a heart attack. A study shows that people who exercise or move their bodies vigorously can prolong...
Read MoreWomen are More Vulnerable to Vertigo?
Tue, 8 Mar 2022Vertigo is a symptom of another underlying medical problem. Many different conditions that attack the head area give rise to the disorder.Interestingly, vertigo is a disorder that is more at risk for women. Therefore, it is important for every woman to know why women are more at risk for experiencing vertigo than men.Women are prone to vertigo because of problems with the inner ear, also known as peripheral vertigo. Other causes of vertigo occur due to problems in the brain or nervous system, or...
Read MoreFind out about Pilates, and what it offers
Tue, 8 Mar 2022What is Pilates?Pilates is like yoga, you know, involving a series of movements that concentrate on core strength, posture, balance, and flexibility. This form of exercise is low impact, aiming to strengthen muscles while improving alignment and postural flexibility.Benefits of Pilates Exercise?Improve body shape and postureMake the body strongerMaintain ideal body weightMakes body muscles tighterRelieve back or muscle painPilates is a more modern version of yoga. Pilates was first developed aro...
Read MoreSShhh… do you know? 93% of children in Indonesia suffer from dental caries?
Tue, 8 Mar 2022You probably already know that teeth are a child's main gateway to nutrition. In everyday life, teeth play an essential role. Children's teeth play an important role in their health beyond chewing and digesting food.Caries in children is caused by bacterial activity in the mouth damaging the enamel layer, which may extend to the nerves of the teeth.Without immediate treatment, dental caries can become a breeding ground for bacteria, as you probably know. Lactobacillus acidophilus, Streptococcus,...
Read MoreBeware, 3 Eye Disease in Babies
Tue, 8 Mar 2022Eye disease in babies often makes parents worried, especially if the baby continues to cry because he feels uncomfortable. Therefore, it is important for parents to identify the cause of eye pain in babies so that further treatment can be carried out.ConjunctivitisThis eye disease is usually triggered by bacterial infections and allergies. Newborns can immediately suffer from conjunctivitis due to contracting bacteria from genital fluids during the delivery process.Clogged tear ductsEye disease...
Read MoreFollowing Your Delivery: Tips for Caring for Your Stitches
Tue, 8 Mar 2022Sutures after normal delivery are needed to close the tear that occurs in the vagina and surrounding tissue. Well, to speed up the healing process and relieve discomfort, stitches need to be treated properly. Here are tips for caring for postnatal stitches: Cold compress on the wound area Clean the wound with warm water Keep your hands clean Use warm water when urinating Change the bandage regularly Increase fiber consumption
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