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MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY IN MONKEY POX VIRUS

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MPOX CAUGHT PUBLIC HEALTH ATTENTION, HERE IS A BRIEF ON ITS MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY Monkey pox virus caught the public health attention in the sub-Saharan countries, here is a guide to medical nutrition therapy in Monkey Pox Virus Disease. Feel free to add comments, questions and opinions in the comments section box.

STRUGLING WITH WEIGHT?

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 ARE YOU STRUGLING WITH BEING OVERWEIHT OR HOW TO MANAGE AN OVERWEIGHT PERSON ! Dietitian Gilbert has prepared a full detailed case presentation on diet and lifestyle management for an overweight patient. You will have some very detailed insights on how a dietitian manages ana overweight patient or what you have to consider as you manage your weight. A lot of people are fighting overweight and obesity but they lack important principles for lifestyle changes to be considered. Open the above YouTube channel link and have it all.

WORLD DIABETES DAY/ SIKU YA KISUKARI DUNIANI

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WORLD DIABETES DAY/ SIKU YA KISUKARI DUNIANI EPISODE 1 Takwimu zinaonesha asilimia 74 ya vifo vinavyotokea duniani kila mwaka vinasababishwa na magonjwa yasiyo ya kuambukiza ikiwemo Kisukari ugonjwa unaoshika nafasi ya 3 baada ya magonjwa ya moyo na ya mfum,o wa hewa. Leo ni siku ya ugonjwa wa kisukari Duniani nimekuandalia somo la uelewa juu ya ugonjwa wa kisukari ni nini, aina zake, dalili zake, na udhibiti wake. Siku nyingine tutakuwa na somo la mahesabu yanayofanyika katika kupangilia milo ya wagonjwa wakisukari kutokana na dawa wanazotumia na vipimo vingine vya mwili.

PREPARE FOR WORLD DIABETES DAY NOVEMBER 14, 2024

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 WORLD DIABETES DAY IS AROUND THE CORNER We have prepared for you a very good session called episode 1 for understanding diabetes, this is very important topic mainly for East Africans who understand Swahili language as the session is made in Swahili. However, we will be having several sessions on DM tutorial questions on howto manage DM patients with different medical conditions.

HOW TO PREVENT MALNUTRITION

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TOWARDS END OF MALNUTRITION AWARENESS WEEK 6TH-12TH NOVEMBER 2024 It's important to understand some tips on how to prevent malnutrition  Here are some tips on how to prevent malnutrition A balanced diet is essential for health and wellbeing. This should include all the nutrients which we need to eat including protein, energy (calories) and vitamins and minerals. If you follow the points listed here, you are likely to have a balanced diet: Eat three portions of high protein foods every day. Sources include meat, fish, eggs, nuts, beans, pulses, soya, tofu or other meat-free sources Aim for two to three portions of milk or foods made from milk every day e.g. cheese, milk and yoghurt or non-dairy alternatives like soya milk. If you are having non-dairy milk, choose non-organic versions as they have added nutrients so that it’s similar to dairy milk Eat a serving of starchy food at each meal (e.g. bread, cereals, potatoes, yam, plantain, pasta, chapatti or rice) Eat some fruits an...

Stay Active, Get Lean, Get Fit

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  Here is the importance of having regular exercise   Weight Management: Exercise helps maintain a healthy weight, which reduces the risk of chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. It complements dietary interventions and ensures a balanced calorie expenditure. Metabolic Health: Regular physical activity improves metabolism and enhances insulin sensitivity, reducing the risk of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes. Cardiovascular Health: Exercise strengthens the heart and improves circulation, reducing the risk of hypertension, coronary artery disease, and stroke. It also helps manage blood cholesterol levels. Muscle and Bone Health: Physical activity builds and maintains muscle mass and bone density, which are essential for overall strength, flexibility, and reducing the risk of osteoporosis and fractures. Mental Health: Exercise boosts mood, reduces stress, and alleviates symptoms of depression and anxiety. It promotes the release of endorphins, wh...

Fight Cholesterol

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Mazoezi yanadhibiti vipi cholesterol Mazoezi yana umuhimu mkubwa katika kudhibiti viwango vya kolesteroli mwilini. Mazoezi ya mara kwa mara huongeza kiwango cha kolesteroli nzuri (HDL) na kupunguza kolesteroli mbaya (LDL) pamoja na mafuta mengine mabaya mwilini. Hii inasaidia kupunguza hatari ya magonjwa ya moyo na mishipa, pamoja na kuboresha afya ya moyo kwa ujumla. Mazoezi kama vile kutembea, kukimbia, kuendesha baiskeli, na kuogelea yanaweza kuwa na manufaa makubwa katika kudhibiti kolesteroli. Kwa hivyo, kujumuisha mazoezi katika ratiba ya kila siku ni hatua muhimu ya kuimarisha afya ya moyo na kuepuka matatizo yanayohusiana na kolesteroli.