What causes a headache?

Causes of Headache

causes of headache. A headache is a common problem in people. A person gets headaches for many different reasons. Sometimes they may cause of triggered by what we add on over diet like what we eat or drink or what we withdrawal into over diet. Going too much long time without eating food is also the main reason for a headache.

Certain foods are famous or well known for causing headache ..according to Egilius Spiering, a neurologist, clinical professor and director of a headache and face pain programmer at Tufts medical centre.these are some examples are including.

Dark chocolate, Aged cheese, Cured Meats, Alcohol, Nitrites, Caffeine, Gluten,  Amines

Dietary habits of one person not compulsory to affect someone else. Still its helpful to know more common dietary culprits.

Causes of Headache

Causes of Headache
Causes of Headache

Drinking alcohol

Alcohol is a vasodilator, which means it causes blood vessels to expand. And this dilation of vessels into the veins in the brain expand, the nerve fibres collect around them are stretched that activates the nerve fibres and can cause the release of inflammatory chemical and pain. In alcohol beverages, such as whiskey beer and wine may cause a headache. Many of these products are dilate the blood vessels. And one other thing is that white wine often contains more sulfites than red wine. They all contain histamine which is caused the headache.

Gluten

A genetic-based illness requiring complete elimination of gluten, a gluten, a protein in wheat, rye and barley. Approx one in five people with celiac disease is suffering from a headache. But in such other common conditions, a headache is not only found on these diseases they are also found in some other minor common or severe condition. or is a part of wheat allergy sensitivity or non-celiac disease.

Amines

Compounds called biogenic amines, such as histamine, tyramine may contribute to headaches in some people. Many foods such as tomatoes, avocados and spinach, contain naturally higher amounts of histamine. Dark chocolate contains phenylethylamine. Amounts of biogenic amines are generally highest in foods in which bacteria break down certain amino acids, such as during fermentation or as the food ages, ripens or spoiled. In some most people eat such foods without a problem. People have the presence of enzymes in their gut that help break down biogenic amines.

Caffeine

We all know that the caffeine we take has many benefits but on the other ways caffeine narrows the blood vessels that surround our brain, when we stop taking it they expand again, and that can cause pain in the head. Or over-consumption of caffeine is a reason of a migraine.

Dark chocolates

In dark chocolates, a chemical is used which is known as tyramine. And tyramine is mostly founded in migraine problems.

Aged cheeses

Aged cheeses, blue cheese and be delectable, they are contained the amount of amino acid tyramine, which can trigger a headache.

Cured Meats

As like aged cheese, the cured meat is loaded with tyramine so containing a large amount of tyramine is a reason of a headache. Such as 10 per cent cases of a headache or a migraine suffer by the reason of cite food and drinks they all know to be a trigger, according to the migraine trust.

Some other things like dried or overripe fruits( overripe bananas)

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How food can become a ‘poison’

signs and symptoms of food poisoning

Food poisoning could be due to the consumption of food spoilt by some bacterias or microorganisms. The microorganisms that grow in our food sometimes produce toxic substances. They create poison into food and makes it poisonous and leads to serious illness even death. So it is very important that we prevent the food from being spoilt. We are going to share with you the signs and symptoms of food poisoning, high-risk foods and prevention techniques.

Signs and symptoms of food poisoning

signs and symptoms of food poisoning

Stomach pain

Each year, many peoples in the world get sick due to food poisoning. It disturbs stomach and starts abdominal cramps.

Diarrhea

Eating dirty food which carries bacteria, virus or other infections, it can cause loose motions. loose motions are whenever the bowel movements are trouble or stool is passed in urgent or frequent in the watery form.

Vomiting

In a condition of food poisoning vomits is a very common symptom. In this anything what we eat comes out forcefully through the mouth.

Headaches

Food poisoning cause Vomiting and Diarrhea which result in the loss of water from the body. The loss of water dehydrate the body and this can cause headache

Weakness

A condition in which the person feels easily fatigue after doing small things. and the body undergoes tiredness.

Bacteria that cause food poisoning

  1. Salmonella (Bacteria)
  2. Campylobacter jejuni (Bacteria)
  3. Escherichia coli (Bacteria)
  4. Staphylococcal (Bacteria)
  5. Cl. Perfringens (Bacteria)
  6. B. Cereus (Bacteria)
  7. Cl. Botulinum (Bacteria)

High-risk foods

Unpasteurized milk, cheese, and juice some others things like meat, eggs and dairy products are frequently contaminated. In this list the one is contaminated water and undercooked or uncooked material.we all can eat or buy the things which are easily available in shops or food markets but sometimes all those things are not pure or hygienic and leads to high risk of contaminated infections.

Peoples who are in the high risk

signs and symptoms of food poisoning
  1. Children
  2. Old peoples
  3. Peoples with weak immunity
  4. Peoples with HIV/ AIDS
  5. Pregnant women

Prevention of food poisoning

Keep clean

Wash hand before and after preparing a meal.

Clean all the things like utensils or dishes, glows etc. properly which is in your kitchen.

Wash vegetables before the cooking and also wash fruits perfectly before consuming.

Cook well

Cook food at the right temperature for example chicken, egg, boil milk properly, cook vegetables properly.

Less Gap

Keep to maintain a short or less time between cook and eat. And don’t wait to long or too much distance in between cooking and eating.

Make sure to eat the fresh meal all the time.

Eat healthy. Stay healthy.

Note: Please consult with the doctor in any kind of illness. Don’t use medicine prescribed on the internet. If any kind of signs and symptoms of food poisoning you notice, we would prefer you to consult with the doctor.

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Health law status

In this article, we are going to share with you some health-related acts of India. For medical professionals to know about these acts are essentials. We just listed acts in this article you can read detail about these acts on the internet. The health-related acts in India are given below.

  1. Offences against the person Act 1861
  2. Perjury Act 1911
  3. Venereal Disease Act 1917
  4. Infant life Act 1929
  5. Children and young person Act 1933
  6. National Assistance Act 1948
  7. Sexual offences Act 1956
  8. Human tissue Act 1961
  9. Suicide Act 1961
  10. Abortion Act 1967
  11. Medicines Act 1968
  12. Family law reform Act 1969
  13. Misuse of drug Act 1971
  14. Congenital Disabilities Act 1976
  15. National Health Services Act 1977
  16. Unfair contract Terms act 1977
  17. Vaccine damage payment act 1979
  18. Mental health act 1983
  19. Medical Act 1983
  20. Public health act 1984
  21. Data protection act 1984
  22. Enduring Powers of Attorney act 1985
  23. Prohibition of female circumcision Act 1985
  24. Surrogacy Arrangements Act 1985
  25. Human organ transplant act 1989
  26. Children Act 1989
  27. NHS and community care act 1990
  28. Human Fertilization and embryology act 1990
  29. Medical products: prescription Act 1992
  30. Data protection act 1998
  31. Health act 1999
  32. Care standards act 2000
  33. Health and social care Act 2001
  34. National health services reform and health care professions Act 2002
  35. Health and social care act 2003
  36. Health act 2006
  37. National health services Act 2006
  38. National health services(Wales) Act 2006
  39. NHS Redress Act 2006
  40. Mental health act 2007
  41. Health and safety (offences) act 2008
  42. Health Act 2009
  43. Equality Act 2010
  44. Health and social care Act 2012
  45. Protection of freedoms act 2012
  46. Mental health (Discrimination )Act 2013

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Classification of drugs

classification of drugs

Every medicine we used during disease is of some specific type. Like while suffering from acidity we use antacids. Antacids reduce the activity of gastric secretion. Every pharmacy company sells its medicine with a different name. So in the hospitals, the doctor generally uses the classified name of medicine because in every hospital there is more than two pharma company that can supply the medicines. To make things easy they just told staff to give the patient an Antacids if the patient is suffering from acidity. Only in severe conditions, the doctor prefers the specific medicine. we are listing the classification of drugs in this article. Hope it will help a little bit the medical students out there.

Classification of drugs

1 Antacids- reduce the activity of gastric secretion.

2 Anti-coagulants- a substance which decreases blood clotting process.

3 Analgesics-Drugs used to relieve pain.

4 Anti-pyaratic- Drugs that reduce fever.

5 Anti-dotes- a substance that used to counteract the effect of poison.

6 Anti-infectives-kill or retard the growth of the microorganism.

7 Myotics-contract the pupils of eyes.

8 Anti-diarrhetic- Agents that are used for diarrhoea.

9 Anti-pruritic- A drug that relieves itching.

10 Laxatives-A mild action to expel gas.

11 Diuretics- increase the flow of urine.

12Emetics- Drugs that produce vomiting.

13.Oxytocics- Drug that stimulates uterine contraction.

14 Hypnotics- for inducing sleep.

15 Hypotensive- a substance that capable of lowering blood pressure.

16 Antiseptic- A substance inhibits the growth of bacteria.

17 Purgatives- more powerful than laxatives.

18 Androgens- male sex hormone activity.

19 Digestants- An agent that promotes digestion.

20 Drastics- have a violent action.

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Neem leaves (Azadirachta indica)

In the world of Ayurveda, neem tree is very famous or popular. Every part like bark, leaves, roots,  flower, fruit and seeds of the neem tree used to make medicine. Check out some facts of neem bark, neem seeds, neem leaves etc.

Facts about neem bark, neem seeds, neem leaves etc.

  • It’s leaves used in various type of home remedies.
  • It helps to nourish the scalp of the head and root of the hair.
  • It is rich in anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antidiabetic properties.
  • Water boiled with it leaves helps to remove or reduce blackhead or dead skin.
  • clean the skin or protect the skin from infection or infectious diseases ( neem lotion, neem soap, etc there is many products of neem available in the market).
  • Neem is used for leprosy or other major skin disorders.
  • Neem branches are used for teeth cleaning.
  • Useful in the purification of blood.
  • It is also useful in chickenpox, malaria, smallpox and body rash.
  • its leaves and root can be used as Insect repellent. It can repel black flies and the use of neem oil can repel the mosquitoes.
  • The gel extracted from its leaves can reduce the formation of the Dental plaque
  • Stomach and intestinal ulcers can be cured with its bark.
  • Other diseases like Fever, Upset stomach, Breathing problems, Malaria, Worms. Head lice, Skin problems and diseases, Heart problems, Diabetes can also cure with neem.
  • Neem also can be used as contraception.

Note: we are not advising you to take the neem. Neem is Ayurveda but it also has side effects. it causes severe problems when it is not used properly. before taking it we suggest you consult with an Ayurveda Doctor. Some side effects are given below.

Side Effects of neem

  • Taking large doses of neem is harmful to both adults and children.
  • Giving neem oil or seed to children by mouth cause vomiting, diarrhoea, drowsiness, blood disorders, seizures, loss of consciousness, coma, brain disorders, and death.
  • During pregnancy taking neem oil and neem bark can cause a miscarriage.
  • Neem can cause blood sugar to go too low.

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Human body parts

human body
  Largest organSkin
Largest gland   Liver
Smallest cellBlood Cell
Biggest cellEgg Cell (Ovum)
Smallest bonesStaps
First transplanted organHeart
Average weight of largest intestine1.5m
Average weight of new born baby 2.6kg
Cell Pulse rate in one minute72 times
Body temperature36.9°c (98.4°f)
Average blood volume 4-5 liters
Average life of Rbc120 days
Pregnancy period280 days
Largest cellNerve Cell
Number of bones in hand27
Number of bones in human foot33
Number of bones206
Number of muscles639
Number of kidneys 2
Number of ribs24 (12 pairs)
Number of milk teeth20
Number of chamber in the hear4
Largest arteryAorta
Normal blood pressure120-80
Ph of blood7.4
Number of vertebrae in the spine33
Number of vertebrae in the neck7
Number of bones in middle ear6
Number of bones in face14
Number of bones in chest25
Number of bones in arms6
Number of bones in human ear3
Number of bones in human arm72
Number of pumps in heart2


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Medical terms

medical term

1. LAMA- left against medical advice

2. DRAMA- Discharge requested against medical advice

3. OSAMA- overstaying against medical advice

4. RAMA- Resting against medical advice

5.MAMA- Mobilizing against medical advice

6.AAMA- Admitted against medical advice (through administration pressure)

7.OBAMA-Out of bed against medical advice

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Aloe Vera benefits

aloe vera benefits

Aloe Vera is a herb that is used in many health-related issues. For since last 1000 years, aloe vera is part of our natural medicine/ herbal remedies (Ayurveda). It is one of the most used herbs in the world. It can be referred to as a wonder plant because of its unique properties. it is used in foods as a flavoring, in cosmetics, and in herbal remedies. Aloe vera is primarily harvested for its gel that comes from its leaves. Now the time is when the aloe vera is most famous than ever. In this article, you see some Aloe Vera benefits

Aloe Vera benefits

Its gel used as toothpaste can help in the fight against cavities. The gel is more effective than some of the toothpaste out there in the market.

It helps in reducing and preventing constipation.

Its gel formed with Carbopol 974p is helpful in healing diabetes-induced foot ulcers.

Aloe vera gel protects skin from Ultra Violet (UV) rays and slower skin aging.

After radiation therapy of cancer treatment it protects skin from damage.

Aloe vera gel treats skin irritation.

It contains an Antimycoplasmic substance that kills Mycoplasma bacteria which is not killed by many chemicals.

Its leaves extract is used as natural antioxidant.

The Aloe Vera plant is very watery so it prevents or treats the dehydration.

Aloe Vera gel is an anti-inflammatory gel. It works instantly on swelling and pain resulting from arthritis.

Aloe Vera promotes hair growth. Shampoo that contains aloe vera improves blood circulation on the head and prevents or reduces stress and mental strain.

It repairs dead skin or scalp cells.

Its juice helps ladies while their painful mensuration period.

For diabetes, the patient is also helpful. It reduces the blood sugar level.

By improving blood quality it reduces cholesterol level.

It increases the oxygen level in the blood.

Note:- Before using aloe vera please consult with a doctor. We are not advising you to use it as medicine for any kind of disease. It is always a good idea to consult with a doctor before using any kind of remedies/herbs/natural medicine.

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