. Q.: I’m a 41-year-old teacher. I tend to burp excessively. Can this be treated with homeopathy? Dr. Batra: Burping could be due to several reasons, the commonest being swallowing of air while eating or drinking hurriedly or by the intake of carbonated drinks. It may also be caused by anti-diabetic drugs and other medical […]
Q.: I’m suffering from sciatica with numbness in the legs since the two years. Can homeopathy help? Dr. Batra: Sciatica is usually a symptom of a prolapsed inter-vertebral disc. Follow certain simple preventive measures: ensure a good sitting posture, especially at work; use a chair with the right height and support for the work you […]
How would you feel if every time you went to a restaurant, you’d need to check with the table attendant each and every ingredient that goes into the making of every dish you wish to order? Wouldn’t it be annoying? Or just imagine the trauma of a child who cannot eat his favourite food because […]
One out of six children (roughly 10 crore) in developing countries is underweight. Most parents’ concern makes them wonder if something is wrong with their child’s growth. While some children grow slower because of genetics, others have a growth disorder – usually symbolised by inadequate gain in height or weight. Growth Chart For Mapping Your […]
Though all children are prone to illnesses, some are more prone to infections than others. The answer lies in the immune system of your child. Immune system is our body’s defense against organisms and substances that invade our internal systems and cause disease. Some children have good immunity and therefore are less prone to infections, […]
Rheumatic conditions, a predominant ailment most older Parsis suffer from, can cause deformities so severe that those who suffer from it cannot even bathe or dress themselves. Even a simple task such as walking becomes painful or impossible. Arthritis affects 15%, ie. 18 crore people in India. Homeopathy treats arthritis without side-effects, offering symptomatic relief […]
Q.: I’ve been stammering since childhood, but I stammer only when tense. Else I speak normally. My stammering is destroying my life. Please help. Dr. Batra: Stammering is a speech disorder; it affects fluency of speech with hesitation, repetition of words and involuntary pauses. It is considered to be psychosomatic [where the mind affects the […]
Q.: My 24-year-old daughter was happy go-lucky but now keeps to herself, is alone and silent – moreso with her irregular periods. She’s been treated earlier for hyperacidity, but it keeps returning no sooner than it gets relieved. She’s also unhappy at her workplace. Please advice. Dr. Batra: Your daughter is showing symptoms of depression, […]
The Similarity Between Homeopathy and Parsis! Every Parsi would know the legendary tale of how the Parsis entered India and when they requested asylum from the then King Jadi Rana, he sent them a vessel of milk filled to the very brim, signifying that his kingdom was already full and could not accept refugees. In […]
Q. I suffer from frequent headaches. I also suffer from excessive sweating on my scalp and face, which leaves my pillow soaked. I feel awkward because of my excess sweating. Please help. Dr. Batra: You should undergo medical tests to rule out certain causes such as a thyroid disorder for your sweating distress. Your headache […]
Q.: My sister gave birth to a healthy baby a few weeks ago but she’s now showing signs of depression and even tends to avoid her child. We want to avoid psychiatric medications. Can homeopathy help? Dr. Batra: Your sister seems to be suffering from puerperal depression which usually occurs during the first few weeks […]