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Identification of the Dietary Risk Factors of Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 among Employees of Aligarh Muslim University Aligarh: An Observational Study
Abstract: Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus is closely related to lifestyle factors such as diet, physical activities, alcohol, smoking, calorie intake as well as obesity and positive family history. Available data suggest that diet is the main culprit and a change in dietary habits and dietetics has a greater potential to improve T2DM. Aims and Objectives: To identify the dietary risk factors of T2DM and find out the association of established …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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Standardization of Barg-e-neem (Azadirachta indica)
Abstract: The leaves of Azadirachta indica are commonly used medicinally in number of herbal products and herbal medicines The objective of the current study is to standardise Azadirachta indica leaves through qualitative and quantitative evaluation of various extracts. Physio-chemical analysis like determination of the pH value, determination of loss on drying, total ash value, acid insoluble ash value, different extractive values and presence of heavy metal was done on powdered leaves …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Clinical Evaluation of Efficacy of Acacia arabica (Aqaqia) in Uterine Prolapse (Nutue Rehm)
Abstract: Uterine prolapse (Nutue Rehm) still remains an issue of major health concern affecting large population of women in both developing and developed countries. Estimate suggests that 50% of parous women have some degree of genital prolapse for quite a long period. The objectives of the study were to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Acacia arabica (aqaqia) in the management of Nutue Rehm and to improve the quality of life …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 8–16 Read article
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Role of Ardhanarishwara Rasa Nasya and Nimbadi Guggulu in the Management of Kaphaja Shiroroga (Sinusitis): A Pilot Study
Abstract: Kaphaja shiroroga is one among the 11 types of shirorogas mentioned by Aacharya Sushruta and can be correlated to sinusitis in modern science. Sinusitis is a major problem in the society due to its recurrent exacerbation and treatment with antibiotics, decongestants, antihistamine etc. and is not successfully combated due to their side effects. The drugs selected for present study ardhanarishvara rasa and nimbadi guggulu, are having kaphavatahara, lekhaniya, srotoshodhana and …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 6–9 Read article
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A Clinical Study on Effect of Patrapinda Sveda with Ashtakatwara Taila in Gridhrasi w.s.r. to Sciatica
Abstract: Today is the era of modernization and fast life. Changing of life style of modern human being has created several disharmonies in his biological system. Advancement of busy professional and social life, improper sitting posture in office or continuous work in one posture and overexertion, lifting heavy weight, jerking movements during travelling; all these factors create undue pressure and stress injury to the spine and play an important role in …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 41–47 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Practice Regarding Diarrhea and Its Management among Mothers of Under-fives Children in Selected Rural Areas of Fatehabad
Abstract: Diarrhea is the major causes of morbidity and mortality in children’s of under-five years in developing countries and an important cause of malnutrition. In New Delhi (2007) slum area, the attack rate of acute diarrhea disease (ADD) was 7.73% and ADD’s annual adjusted morbidity rate was 1.69 episodes per child per year. In 2001 an estimated 1.5 million below 5 years died from diarrhea. Eight out of 10 of these …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Prevention of Varicose Veins
Abstract: Varicose veins are abnormal, dilated blood vessels caused by weakening in the vessel wall. Such conditions that increase pressure on the leg veins such as overweight, lack of exercises, hormonal fluctuations during pregnancy and menopause, smoking; constipation or people who have prolonged standing or sedentary position or repeated heavy lifting make veins of legs very weak and develop into varicose veins. Researchers report that a mild care of varicose veins …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Prevalence and Determinants of Stress among Staff Nurses Working in a Tertiary Care Hospital of Delhi
Abstract: Out of many groups who are affected by stress, nurses comprise an important group because of the unique environment in which they work. It is important to assess the status for their psychological well being for not only their own betterment but the betterment of their patients as well. The present cross sectional study was conducted among 200 nurses working in a tertiary hospital of Delhi to assess the prevalence …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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A Critical Review of Otomycosis in Context to Karna Roga Describe in Ayurveda Classics
Abstract: Otomycosis is the fungal infection of the external auditory canal. It is characterized with itching, discomfort or pain, ear discharge, decreased hearing, ear blockage and ringing in ear. According to American academy of otolaryngology, prevalence of otomycosis is 5.2% all over world and 9.00% in India. In Ayurveda, Acharya Vagbhata has described five types of karna shoola according to vitiation of dosha. Symptoms of karna shoola are pain, heaviness, itching, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Management of Ardhavabhedaka (Migraine) with Nagara-Ksheera Nasya-Karma: A Case Report
Abstract: Ardhavabhedaka defined as ‘Ardha-Mastak-Vedana’, which is mentioned under the Shirorogas. It can be symptomatically correlated with migraine. Migraine is an episodic primary headache disorder. It is the sixth highest cause worldwide, of years lost due to disability (the Global Burden of Disease Study, 2013), with 11% of adults affected and more common in women usually by a factor of about 2:1 (WHO). Nasya Karma (Errhine therapy) is considered as the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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Application of Guided Surgery Concepts in the Programming and Intraoperative Management of Apicoectomies using a Surgical Template: A Case Report
Abstract: Apicoectomies are Endodontic Microsurgical procedures that require high precision. However, the state-of-the-art method currently used provides for a certain degree of imprecision as it heavily relies on the clinician’s judgment and experience with the sole aid of preliminary radiographic investigations. This clinical study aims to apply the Surgical Guided Approach, frequently used in Implantology, to Apicoectomies, thereby ensuring higher precision and, therefore, a lower amount of bone tissue loss as …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 14–21 Read article
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Improving Care and Sanitation Facilities of Public Healthcare Delivery System: A Patient - Provider Perspective
Abstract: Despite being one of the fastest economies of the world and having taken big steps to advance the country’s health status after independence, India still has a long way to go. India’s healthcare system is challenging, particularly because of huge population size, economic and social factors coupled with the increasing burden of communicable and lifestyle diseases. Public hospitals in our country are heavily utilized by lower income groups of the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 37–48 Read article
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Exposure to Chemicals in Cosmetics and Women’s Health
Abstract: The concept of cosmetics is very old and they are in use since ancient times. The proliferation and use of cosmetics have increased manifold in modern times. The cosmetic industry has got a large chunk of the global economy. Modern cosmetics are made up of chemicals, many of which are hazardous to human health. Beauty products such as nail products, skin care products, hair products, lipsticks, oral hygiene, fragrances and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 64s–70s Read article
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Effect of Nutrition Counseling on Anthropometry of Middle Aged Type 2 Diabetics
Abstract: A sample of 90 middle-aged type 2 diabetics (45 male and 45 female) was selected from the OPD of the Government Sardar Patel Medical College and Hospital, Bikaner, and were equally divided in three groups on the basis of BMI, obese, normal weight and underweight. Further, equal number of males and females were studied under each group. Purposive sampling was used to select the subjects who were suffering from type …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2012 · pp. 8–20 Read article
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Dietary Modification and Adequacy Among Jaundice Patients
Abstract: Jaundice refers to the yellow discolouration of the skin and heavily perfused tissues. Since jaundice is a mere symptom and not a disease, its dietary management is based upon underlying cause. The present study is an attempt to assess the dietary intake of jaundice patients and evaluate it in terms of nutritional adequacy. A sample of 100 patients from both the sexes and in any age group was selected randomly …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 27–31 Read article
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The Importance of Nursing Management at Nephrology Patients in Albania
Abstract: The purpose of the study is to establish common practices used by nurses in the management and treatment of pathologies renal and the importance that training of nurses in the field of nephrology in relation to their educational needs in the way in order to improve patient care. This study is a retrospective descriptive type. In this study included a total of 160 licensed nurses with an average age of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 25–29 Read article
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Conceptual Study on Kukkutanda Pinda Sweda: A Review Article
Abstract: Swedana is a procedure that is most commonly used as Poorva-Karma (pre-operative) before any Panchakarma therapy. Swedana relieves from stiffness, heaviness, and coldness in the body. After Swedana, the body starts sweating and gives the feeling of lightness in the body. It can be performed by various methods. Pinda Sweda is based on the principle of Sankara Sweda. In this procedure, the materials are tied in a cloth and used …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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A Clinical Review of Obesity
Abstract: Obesity is considered as metabolic disorder. The World Health Report 2002 of W.H.O. listed obesity under the 10 top selected risks to the health. Obesity is the dreadful disease with its hazardous complications like hypercholesterolemia, ischemic cardiac disorders, hypertension, DM etc. It is observed that these complications are more common in obesity. It is frequently blamed on ingestion of heavy and over food, endocrine factors, body built or heredity etc. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Effects of Vocal Loading task on Teachers’ voice: Measures of Acoustical, Aerodynamic and Self-Perceptual Vocal Parameters
Abstract: Teachers are susceptible to develop dysphonia due to heavy vocal loading. The study aimed to evaluate teachers’ voice before and after vocal loading task, at the beginning and end of the day. Subjects included 70 female (mean age:34.61 years) and 30 male teachers (mean age:36.80 years) aged 25-40 years, involved in atleast four hours of teaching per day. Based on years of teaching experience, they were categorized into four groups. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Smartphone Addiction and Its Repercussions on Social Lives and Mental Health
Abstract: Our world is now a digital one, where smartphones and other electronic devices have become an inseparable part of our daily routine. In today's digital world, it is hard to imagine a life without smartphones and other technological devices. However, the increasing reliance on these devices has given rise to a prevalent issue known as Nomophobia, or the fear of being without a mobile phone. This phenomenon has become particularly …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 16–25 Read article