Since childhood we have been taught to lead our lives based on the three magical principles of Humata, Hukta and Hvrashtra, given to us by our beloved Prophet Zarathustra, thousands of years ago. What if I tell you that the world today uses the same principles of Humata, Hukta and Hvrashtra as a super powerful […]
What is it that’s causing widespread obesity and weight gain in the modern world? The issue is becoming increasingly severe, with almost 50% of Indians classified as overweight or obese in urban areas and 38% in rural areas. While various factors such as unhealthy fats, excessive processed food and sugar intake, and pollution have been […]
A number of my patients frequently ask me two common questions – “Should I take a multivitamin as I feel exhausted lately?” and “I was travelling abroad and have picked up some multivitamins – are these good for me?” Let’s try to understand this in greater detail… first off – What is a Multivitamin? […]
Adil, a top-notch executive spends five minutes talking to the poor woman sitting beside his building, only to realize that she was a teacher before she fell on terrible times. This, after feeling sure he would be able to place her as a maid at his cousin’s place. Farida takes time out to say something […]
As a practitioner specialising in autoimmune conditions, I consult numerous patients with related disorders, of which Arthritis is one that I discuss regularly. This uncomfortable condition can make even everyday tasks feel like a big challenge. But, there’s always hope for healing and a lot of it comes down to the food that we consume […]
Physiotherapists are like artists who have mastered the science of movement therapy to help patients in releasing the stress and tension from their body, thus creating the right dynamics in their system to facilitate healing, and ultimately strengthening muscles towards a fit and sound body. Physiotherapists repeatedly practice till they attend unprecedented skill levels in […]
Gut problems are an epidemic in our society. Often undiagnosed, these problems lead to loads of uncomfortable symptoms that mainstream medicine struggles to treat. My practice, however, specializes in uncovering the root cause of a person’s symptoms, so as to achieve the best of their health, naturally. One common gut problem is ‘SIBO’. This condition […]
Dear friends, I have a question for you – Do you have a healthy gut? If your answer is, “I guess,” or “I don’t know,” or “I’m not sure,” you’re not alone! It’s challenging to know what’s ‘normal’ for everyone or if there’s an issue that needs to be discussed or shared. The good news […]
Many patients ask me how they could get more energy for their daily activities. Being a holistic physical therapist, I explain the significance of emotional and mental health adequacy, sleep, scheduling, exercise and nutrition. While many of these interventions help significantly, some patients with autoimmune disorders often still struggle with energy and fatigue. Then there […]
While there is no doubt in the fact that the food we use to fuel our bodies is what determines how healthy we are, there is another lifestyle factor which plays a crucial role in your health. It’s almost tied to nutrition – SLEEP – a factor that is unfortunately oft overlooked. This article is […]
The turning of a new year symbolizes the turning of a new leaf for many of us… a chance to shed bad habits and start afresh. With a new year, we hope to see a new us! So, what are the most common New Year’s Resolutions? According to a survey, one-third of the population wants […]