Health Tips

Small changes lead to a healthier life. In the Dofody Health Tips category, our panel of expert doctors shares practical, science-backed advice designed for the modern Malayali lifestyle. We translate complex medical knowledge into easy-to-follow tips for daily wellness.

From heart-healthy habits and stress management to seasonal illness prevention and ergonomics, our articles provide reliable guidance to help you and your family thrive. Stay informed with health hacks that are clinically sound, locally relevant, and easy to implement—all curated by the medical professionals you trust at Dofody.

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How to Invest 1 Lakh Rupees for Your Health

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Key takeaways Build a convenient home gym using essential equipment like treadmills and elliptical machines to encourage consistent daily workouts. Invest in ergonomic furniture like standing desks and supportive chairs to prevent chronic back pain and physical strain. Track essential health metrics from home using smartwatches, digital blood pressure monitors, and continuous glucose monitoring devices. […]

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How to Find Out if My Symptoms are those of Depression?

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Key takeaways Evaluate depression severity using the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale, a 17-question clinical tool developed to measure symptom intensity. Measure treatment effectiveness in diagnosed patients by tracking symptom changes across various categories like insomnia, mood, and anxiety. Scores range from normal (7 or below) to very severe depression (23 and above) based on symptom

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My Health Adventure: How Starhealth’s Checkup Helped Me Stay Home

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I’ve had Star health insurance for nine years, and it turns out they offer a free yearly checkup. Despite having this benefit, I never used it because they always said my lab wasn’t supported. This year, I checked their website and found out that Malabar Hospital near my house is now a place where Starhealth

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Protect from Covid-19

Are you doing these 5 things to Protect Your Family? | Doctor Prasoon

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Covid cases are rising in India at an alarming rate! You might have seen photos of desperate persons wearing oxygen masks waiting in queues outside hospitals. You might also have heard about multiple Covid corpses being burnt in a single pyre. It has been more than 13 months since the first lockdown in India and

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Covaxin vs Covishield

Covishield vs Covaxin | Which Covid Vaccine is Best for You? | Video

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Key takeaways Covishield uses recombinant viral vector technology, while Bharat Biotech's Covaxin is an inactivated whole-virus vaccine. Vaccines require two 0.5ml intramuscular injections spaced 28 days apart to achieve proper immunity. Pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and minors must avoid both vaccines due to a lack of clinical trial data. Covaxin provides a slightly lower immune

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5 Mistakes in Diabetes that every Diabetic Patient should Avoid

5 Mistakes in Diabetes that every Diabetic Patient should Avoid | Prevent Diabetes foot & neuropathy | Video

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Key takeaways Eat meals regularly without skipping to prevent dangerous drops in blood sugar, especially if you are taking prescribed insulin. Track daily blood sugar levels at home with a glucometer and share the data with your doctor for accurate dosage adjustments. Maintain strict personal hygiene and examine your feet daily to catch unnoticed infections

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5 Best Ways to Prevent Asthma Attack | Beat the Asthma Triggers & Use Inhalers | Doctor Prasoon – Video

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Key takeaways Maintain a clean home by switching from dry dusting to wet mopping and washing linens every two weeks to remove invisible dust mites. Minimize exposure to pet dander and saliva, which are common asthma triggers, by washing your pets at least once a week. Avoid outdoor dust, smoke, and construction sites by covering

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Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) vs Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV) | Doctor Prasoon – Video

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Key takeaways Immunization programs successfully maintain India's polio-free status, initially achieved and declared by the WHO in 2014. Polio lacks a medical cure but remains entirely preventable using safe oral and inactivated vaccines. Administer both the Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) and Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV) for complete childhood protection. Drops of oral polio vaccine utilize

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