Why do we shiver?

Ever been stuck under heavy rainfall? You finally find shelter along the way, but suddenly; your teeth begin to chatter and your body begins to shake uncontrollably or in other words, you start to shiver. Shivering is a method through which the body tries to keep you warm when it’s cold out there. It is […]
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Why do we get allergies?

  • February 21, 2023
Imagine eating a birthday cake with your friends, and suddenly, you begin to sneeze uncontrollably, your nose starts running, throat gets itchy, you feel congested, and in no time, everyone starts running around to get medical aid. If you notice a similar pattern of illness after being exposed to something, it is easy to reach […]
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HOW BLOOD PRESSURE WORKS

  • February 15, 2023
We are aware of the fact that our bodies consist of tube-like tunnels called blood vessels that carry the oxygen and nutrition-rich blood throughout the journey. To facilitate this journey, our heart plays a vital role by beating and pumping the blood through the arteries which exerts the force on the muscular walls of the […]
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How your wounds heal

Your skin is the largest organ in your body. It regulates your temperature with the help of sweat glands and has a lot of sensors that enables you touch, feel hot or cold, and most importantly, the outer layer of your skin called the Epidermis acts as a protective shield and stops germs from entering […]
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What causes Sinusitis?

What is sinusitis? Before we answer that question, we need to learn a bit about your facial anatomy. There are some air-filled spaces in the bones of your head around the nose. These hollow spaces are called sinuses; they come in four pairs or eight in all. They are on either side of the nose […]
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What causes Stuttering?

Stuttering is a type of dysfluency in the flow of speech that can make the person repeat certain syllables, words, phrases, or even drag out part of a word. Children and even adults who stammer know what they have to say but the words just don’t come out easily. But the vital question is: What […]
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What causes Tetanus?

We sometimes enjoy walking barefooted outdoors, but while doing so, we increase the chances of stepping on something pointy, like a rusty nail lying in the soil, which can be home to a harmful bacterium called Clostridium Tetani. This bacterium is responsible for causing the severe infection called Tetanus or Lockjaw. In this condition, a […]
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What causes obesity?

  • December 13, 2022
Your weight is important. That is why doctors keep an eye on it every time you visit for a checkup. As too much or too little weight can be a matter of concern. But these days, being overweight is more common than being underweight and obesity has reached epidemic levels in developed as well as […]
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What causes Ringworms (Lapa-Lapa)?

Ringworm is a kind of skin infection that (unlike its name implies) is not caused by any worm but a type of fungus called Dermatophytes. These fungi are generally found in most environments such as pool areas, public showers, etc. We can also find them on our pets, and sometimes, they are already present on […]
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What happens when you swallow Chewing Gum?

  • November 29, 2022
Gum, a tempting rubbery candy that comes in various shapes, sizes, colours, and flavours, but have you very wondered what was it actually made of?Most chewing gums are made up of a synthetic equivalent of a rubbery material called Polyisobutylene. They may also contain ingredients such as sweeteners, softeners, and flavouring that we enjoy until […]
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