Tuesday 15 October 2019

Why Obesity is a Serious Issue?




Obesity is a complex disorder involving an excessive amount of body fat. Obesity isn't just a cosmetic concern. It increases your risk of diseases and health problems such as heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure. 

India is a country where the obesity has become so common due to the lack of awareness about how worse the side effects of obesity would be. 

Obesity in India: 

The prevalence of obesity in India alters due to age, gender, geographical environment, socio-economic status, etc. According to ICMR-INDIA B study 2015, the prevalence rate of obesity and central obesity varies from 11.8% to 31.3% and 16.9%–36.3% respectively. In India, abdominal obesity is one of the major risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVDs). Various studies have shown that the prevalence of obesity among women is significantly higher as compared to men. 

World Anti-Obesity Day was observed on 11th October this year. Many awareness programs were conducted throughout the country. The main objectives are to promote solutions to the obesity crisis, raise awareness, to improve policies on obesity treatment and its prevention. Obesity is defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as “Abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health". Obesity causes significant health, economic and social burdens every year. 

Obesity Treatment in India: 

With time, obesity has turned into a national health issue. The last two decades have witnessed a double rate of overweight people and obesity among children and adults. Obesity treatment strategies vary from person to person. Beginning treatment early is an essential part of success, and it is important to talk with your physician before beginning any weight-loss program. There are several methods for treating obesity, such as behavior modification, physical activity, non-clinical weight management programs, medically managed weight-loss, and surgical treatment. Morbid obesity is one of the major issues that has a link with various causes that severely affects the health of any overweight patient, like that of heart attacks, hypertension, high glucose or diabetes. Obesity is increasing at an alarming rate. For those, who are morbidly obese, at some point in time, bariatric surgery becomes inevitable to restore body weight and bodily functions. But not every nation is equally capable of executing these surgical procedures effectively. Bariatric surgery in India is gaining enormous popularity these days. 

 Bariatric Surgery - An enormous development in Obesity Treatment: 

Medical treatment in India had an enormous development during the last two decades. The treatment for obesity has seen a very good development over the years with the Bariatric surgery being the major Surgical procedure. 

If Bariatric surgery is converted efficiently, it will assist the obese people to work on their conditions. However, one thing that should always be borne in mind is that Bariatric surgery is a major surgery. It should be considered to be the last step of treatment for obesity. If all other techniques and measures fail to work on a morbidly obese patient then the last resort should be Bariatric surgery. 

After the successful completion of bariatric surgery, people are seen to enjoy their reincarnation phase as that leads to a rise in self-esteem, development of self-image, etc. However, this should never be the driving factor to undergo the surgery. Our basic purpose is to stay healthy and lead a better life. 

Advantages of having Bariatric treatment in India: 
 The overall cost of undergoing bariatric surgery in India is just a fraction of what it would cost in developed countries. Thus, it attracts a large fraction of people from various economic strata of people towards it. 

Having an affordable price does not mean a poor facility is available in these bariatric centers. In contrast, the facilities of bariatric surgery in India are of top-notch quality. Even a few of them have been recognized as‘Center of Excellence’ by the International accreditation team based on its high-quality services provided by them. There are many leading hospitals in India which excels in the Bariatric treatment. Some of them are listed below, 

  • 1. Max Healthcare, Panchsheel Park, New Delhi. New Delhi. 
  • 2. Max Healthcare, Gurgaon. Gurgaon. 
  • 3. Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospitals, Mumbai. Mumbai. 
  • 4. Kailash Hospital, Noida. Noida. 
  • 5. Fortis Escorts Hospital. Jaipur, India. 
  • 6. Apollo Hospital Southern Region. 
  • 7. Akshaya Apollo Hospital Limited 
  • 8. Fortis Hospitals- Anandpur. 

India is uprising as one of the best destinations for medical tourism to avail of a safe, economical and high-quality weight loss surgery. 

Tuesday 17 September 2019

North East Tourism


Embracing the best of dense jungles, ancient monasteries, snow-capped mountains, pristine valleys, glistening lakes, and cascading waterfalls, every bit of North East India feels like magic. Taking you one step closer to heaven. Northeast India, that is the seven “sister states” of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura. 

Owing much to its remarkable location wherein North-East India shares its borders with the neighbouring countries of Tibet, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Myanmar, the whole region is dominated by hills and mountains to a large degree. Due to this, the climate in North East India generally remains cool while winters do get extremely cold. 

India has grown as a prominent exporter of speciality health services in the world. India is known globally for its low cost and high-quality medical services. Indian medical tourism has emerged into the north eastern part of India gradually.  

Places to visit in Northeast India: 
A multitude of places to visit in Northeast India is a paradise for every person who is a traveller by heart. Adding to this coming down on a medical trip and getting to explore these places must find a space in your bucket list. India offers the cheapest rates for all surgical procedures like Oncology, Cardiac, Spinal, Cosmetic, Orthopedic, Gynecology, Urology, Dental and Transplant Surgery as compared to countries like Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore. Northeast India can provide even more cheaper. 

Sikkim 
This small state should be a part of your itinerary, no matter how many days you’ve to spare. Go for camping at Goecha La, explore the Valley of Flowers in Yumthang or simply unravel yourself. Several places to visit in Sikkim like the popular Tsomgo and Pemayangste Monastery will drive you to revisit. 

Darjeeling 
Home to picturesque tea estates, Himalayan Darjeeling Railway, serene monasteries and Mount Kanchenjunga in the backdrop. That’s Darjeeling for you! Trekking to the Tiger Hills, and many more wonderful places enchanting you to its scenic beauty. 

Assam 
Amongst the rest of the holiday destinations in India, Assam features rich flora and fauna. Besides its scenic tea estates which sprawl over a huge area, the state captivates visitors for a feel-good vibe. One-horned rhinoceros are not just the pride of Kaziranga but also of the entire state itself.In recent years, Guwahati has become a new destination of health services. Guwahati has advantage of language over other parts of India as well as adjacency with the growing market of Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar and some part of Nepal. 

Arunachal Pradesh 
Arunachal Pradesh flaunts nature’s munificence. The ethereal beauty of Tawang Monastery, the largest in India adds to the charm of the already beautiful destination. Then there is Namdapha National Park, Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary, Parshuram Kund and so much more to explore. 

Meghalaya 
Boasting of having Mawlynnong – Asia’s cleanest village, Meghalaya is truly mystical. Popular as the ‘Abode of Clouds’, the place has so much in store for everybody. Caves, peaks, living root bridges, the wettest place on Earth share space with lakes and other attractions here. 
 Manipur 
Adorned with natural marvels, Manipur mesmerizes with several incredible experiences. Truly a succinct gem in the heart of Northeast India, the places gives you many reasons to explore it till your heart’s content. From native games, majestic hills, rich culture to martial arts, you can find them all here. Nowhere else you can cherish the experience to shop in a market run wholly and only by women. 
 Nagaland 
Home to different tribes, Nagaland is as inviting as the other places to visit in Northeast India. Once here, you will be glad to meet the warm, amicable and curious people. For avid holidaymakers, the exciting options abound here. Indulging in bird watching, trekking, wildlife safaris is an absolute must here. Northeast India is the only place in the world where health and medical tourism agencies can be blended to mix well. Tea gardens in Assam and Darjeeling are magnificent places not only for nature lovers but also for health and wellness, yoga and naturopathy, etc. 

Overall, northeast India is gaining attraction of foreign and domestic investors under the Act East Policy. Medical tourism has the potential to bring huge investment in Northeast India and generate jobs 

Why Obesity is a Serious Issue?

Obesity is a complex disorder involving an excessive amount of body fat. Obesity isn't just a cosmetic concern. It incre...