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Are Millet Flours Healthy Supplements to Grains? – eTV Bharat
Millet belongs to the family of grains that forms a part of the “ancient grain” category. Though technically a seed, millet offers similar health benefits as grains and can be used in similar ways. ETV Bharat Sukhibhava spoke to Dr. Kruti S. Dhirwani, Clinical Nutritionist, Mumbai for some interesting insights on millet flours. eTV Bharat – Published on: May 20, 2021, 1:05 PM IST
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Know your flour and its nutritional value – eTV Bharat
Roti and Chapatti may not be staples in many Indian houses, but different types of flours are used in almost every Indian house, be it for Roti, dosa, Thepla, Khakhra, or Thalipeeth. Let’s find out from our clinical nutritionist Dr. Kruti S. Dhirwani, what are the different types of flours and their nutritional values. eTV Bharat – Published on: May 15, 2021, 12:13 PM IST
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COVID-19 AND IT’S IMPACT ON CHILDREN DURING THE SECOND WAVE IN INDIA
In India, the second wave of coronavirus has caused a surge in the number of daily cases. Most particularly, the mutant variant of SARS-CoV-2 (the B.1.1.7 and B.1.617) is infectious amongst children too – who have been largely spared during the first wave. As India went into unlock mode, schools around India and the world opened up, and everything seemed to go back to normal. Children who were locked up all year in their homes breathed a sigh of relief as they could play again in the company of their friends, visit malls, start sports coaching and enjoy the freedom of movement. But, with the second wave that encompassed India,…
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HOW TO BALANCE SCREEN TIME DURING THE PANDEMIC?
With the second wave encompassing our lives, the pandemic seems far from over. This has caused a jump in our daily screen time as social distancing limits our ability to physically interact and connect with people. For many parents, screen time is a touchy subject even in the best of times. Now, with parents and kids holed up together 24/7 and everything from school to birthday parties taking place online, it’s even harder to know how to put limits on your child’s screen time. The screen time concerns and their effect on children’s health were there even before the COVID-19 pandemic took off. But are screens inherently bad? Today, for…
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REVISED GUIDELINES FOR SCREEN TIME USAGE DURING PANDEMIC
The COVID-19 pandemic created a shift in the safety measures and how parents and caregivers think about children and screen time. This led to a revised guideline by the American Academy of Paediatrics (AAP) on screen time use. The organization acknowledged screen usage has likely increased for children, but parents should ensure media use is positive and helps the family and community. Prenatal to Age 1: The World Health Organization (WHO) stated in 2019 that infants and toddlers under the age of two should not be exposed to electronic screens at any time. This is because babies bond and learn social, emotional, language, and other important skills from birth through interactions…
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Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)
MIS-C or Multisystem-Inflammatory Syndrome is a rare complication of COVID-19 that could affect kids after they have recovered from the virus. In many cases, it could also turn fatal. Signs and symptoms of MIS-C in children include those below, though not all children have the same symptoms. Fever that lasts 24 hours or longer Vomiting Diarrhea Pain in the stomach Skin rash Feeling unusually tired Increased heart rate Rapid breathing Red eyes Redness/swelling of the lips and tongue Redness/swelling of hands or feet Headache, dizziness, or light-headedness Enlarged lymph nodes While the risk of developing MIS-C falls on the lower side, early diagnosis is crucial. The most common signs and…
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Thandai: A Cool Nutritious Summer Drink – eTV Bharat
Be it Holi Shivrati or scorching summer heat, Indians enjoy their Thandai. A drink that dates back to 1000 B.C is known to pack nutritious value for people of all ages. Dr. Kruti S. Dhirwani, M.D Homeopathy and Clinical Nutritionist, explains us the ingredients of thandai and the science behind it. eTV Bharat – Published on: Mar 31, 2021, 3:10 PM IST
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7 FOODS THAT HELP BOOST YOUR CHILD’S IMMUNITY
We all are born into this world with an immature immune system. It’s only when we are exposed to the viruses or bacteria, the white blood cells in our body recognize the foreign invader and destroy it. So, the immune system develops throughout our lives when we are exposed to the disease-causing germs. Therefore, babies have a poor immune system as compared to adults. Breastfeeding, and vaccinations help boost the child’s immunity in the earlier years. But as the child grows, he/she is exposed to a vast array of germs owing to increased activities and other environmental factors. Having a balanced diet sure improves immunity and we all know…
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DIGITAL DETOX FOR KIDS
A very common theme among parents these days is the concern over their children’s use of digital devices. Each child has his own fixation from mobile phones to tablets, iPads, video game consoles, Netflix and the demon of all being social media. With the world entering into an era of industrial revolution, media and digital devices have become an integral part of our lives. One can’t avoid screens in today’s times. There are television sets in waiting rooms, tablets/iPads in schools, and smartphones in everyone’s pockets. As technology continues to emerge, and screens have become integrated into everyday life, most parents have had trouble deciding how much time to allow…
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PROTECTING OUR CHILDREN ON THE INTERNET
