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Sep162025 by abcNo Comments

Why Itching Happens During Pregnancy (and What You Can Do About It)

Pregnancy is a magical time… until your skin starts itching like you’ve rolled in a field of mosquito nests. Many moms-to-be find themselves scratching at odd hours, wondering if their baby is trying to send Morse code signals from the inside. Don’t worry—you’re not alone, and in most cases, itching during pregnancy is completely normal. But sometimes, it can get so annoying (or even concerning) that it needs a closer look. So let’s break it down: why pregnancy makes you itch and, more importantly, what you can actually do about it. Why Itching Happens in Pregnancy Skin StretchingAs your belly grows (and grows… and grows), your skin stretches like a balloon at a birthday party. This can lead to dryness, tiny skin tears, and of course—itching. The tummy usually suffers most, but ...

Aug272025 by abcNo Comments

ঐতিহ্যবাহী চীনা চিকিৎসাশাস্ত্রে আগ্রহ বাড়ছে চীনা তরুণদের

China, Health, Health and Lifestyle

চীনের বিভিন্ন বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ে এ বছর নতুন প্রবণতা চোখে পড়েছে—দেশটির অনেক মেধাবীই এখন টিসিএম বা ঐতিহ্যবাহী চীনা চিকিৎসাশাস্ত্র বিষয়ে পড়ার জন্য ভর্তি হচ্ছেন। এ বছর চীনজুড়ে টিসিএম প্রোগ্রামগুলোর ভর্তি নম্বরের মাপকাঠি বেড়েছে। বেইজিং ইউনিভার্সিটি অব চাইনিজ মেডিসিনে এ বছর বেশ কয়েকটি কোর্সে ভর্তির মানদণ্ড গত বছরের তুলনায় উল্লেখযোগ্যভাবে বেড়েছে। একই প্রবণতা দেখা গেছে কুয়াংচৌ ইউনিভার্সিটি অব চাইনিজ মেডিসিনেও। বেইজিংয়ে নতুন ভর্তি হওয়া শিক্ষার্থী চাং হংলিন বলেন, ‘কাওখাও পরীক্ষার অনেক আগেই ঠিক করেছিলাম টিসিএম পড়ব। হাইস্কুলে ফুটবল খেলার সময় গোড়ালির চোটে ভুগতাম। শেষ পর্যন্ত টিসিএম-ই আমাকে সুস্থ করে তোলে।’ প্রকৃতি ও মানুষের মধ্যে ভারসাম্য বজায় রাখার দর্শনে গড়ে ওঠা টিসিএম এখন তরুণ প্রজন্মের কাছে নতুনভাবে ধরা দিচ্ছে। চ্যচিয়াং প্রদেশে টিসিএম প্রতিষ্ঠানে সন্ধ্যায় ইচিনচিং (শ্ব...

Aug162025 by abcNo Comments

Foods to Avoid for Preventing Colon Cancer

Health, Health and Lifestyle

Diet is among the factors closely affiliatedwith the disease. The number of patients diagnosed with colon cancer is on the rise. Studies on colon cancer suggest that some of its carcinogenic chemicals are as a result of certain foods that we consume. How to Eat Certain Foods When cooking meat and fish, high-temperature cooking methods such as grilling and charring introduce heterocyclic amines and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Burning, charring, deep-frying, and high heat frying is a sure way to produce these substances. Because such foods are a health risk, fish and meat should be served in stew or curry and not in a charred or deep-fried form. Deep-fried and high temperature baked foods, especially French fries, crackers, chips, and deep-fried biscuits, also result in th...

Aug142025 by abcNo Comments

Can too much sleep give you migraines?

Health, Health and Lifestyle

A lot of individuals think that migraines are just bad headaches and don't take them seriously. But those who have been through it know how bad the suffering can be. The main signs of this condition include severe pain on one side of the head, nausea, dizziness, and being very sensitive to light and sound. Stress is commonly blamed, but too much rest can also be a cause. What Causes Migraines? Experts still don't know for sure what causes migraines. There may be more than one cause, but doctors often say that too much stress is the main one. Overworking or worrying about work can often lead to migraines. In these situations, doctors frequently tell patients to relax. Staying away from bright lights and loud noises and getting as much sleep as possible might help ease the pain....

Aug132025 by abcNo Comments

ঐতিহ্যবাহী ওষুধে আগ্রহ বাড়ছে চীনের জেন-জি’র

China, Health, Health and Lifestyle

চীনের কানসু প্রদেশের বাইয়িন শহরের ওয়েনশাং পার্কে রাতের বেলায় জমে ওঠে ভ্রাম্যমাণ ঐতিহ্যবাহী চীনা চিকিৎসা কেন্দ্র। কাপিং ও পালস রিডিং বুথগুলোর আশপাশে ছড়িয়ে থাকে অ্যাস্ট্রাগুলাস ও অ্যাঞ্জেলিকাসহ আরও অনেক ভেষজের ঘ্রাণ। আর এসব ঘ্রাণের টানেই যেন হাজার বছরের প্রাচীন এ চিকিৎসাকেন্দ্রগুলোর কাছে এখন ভিড় করছে চীনের ১৫ থেকে ২৫ বছর বয়সী ওরফে জেন-জি’রা। ‘গরম পড়লেই আমার ক্লান্তি লাগে, ঘুম ঘুম ভাব চলে আসে।’ জানালেন ২১ বছর বয়সী ইউ হুইয়ান। তিনি তার নাড়ি পরীক্ষা করাতে বাড়িয়ে আছেন কবজি। আগের টিসিএম চিকিৎসায় ভালো ফল পাওয়ায় এবার এসেছেন রাতের ভেষজ প্রতিকারের বাজারে। জিহ্বা ও নাড়ি পরীক্ষার পর টিসিএম ডাক্তার তার ক্লান্তির লক্ষণ দেখেন, এরপর শক্তি বৃদ্ধি ও ম্যাজম্যাজে ভাব দূর করার পাশাপাশি হজমে সহায়তার জন্য টিসিএম ভেষজের কিছু মিশ্রণ লিখে দেন। ইউ বলেন, সাম্প্রতিক বছরগুলোয় তিনি ও তার অন...

Aug132025 by abcNo Comments

Guava leaf tea benefits: How to prepare it at home

Health, Health and Lifestyle, ভেষজ

Guava leaf advantages Guava leaves are prized for their plant-based nutrients, anti-inflammatory properties, and antioxidants in both Ayurveda and medicine. They have antimicrobial qualities and are abundant in flavonoids like quercetin. The most well-known product made from the leaves is guava leaf tea, which is supposed to improve eye and skin health. Tell us more about tea, its health benefits, and the art of making it. What the study concludes Numerous bioactive chemical compounds found in guava leaves (GLs) have been shown to improve and stabilize a variety of physiological and metabolic processes in the human body, per a National Library of Medicine study. Numerous secondary metabolites, including flavonoids, triterpenoids, sesquiterpenes, glycosides, alkaloids, saponins...

Aug132025 by abcNo Comments

A good night’s sleep is correlated with a quality mattress.

Health, Health and Lifestyle, Lifestyle Tips

A restful night's sleep greatly improves the following day. Your brain receives adequate rest when you get enough sleep, which keeps your mood upbeat and positive. A good mattress can guarantee a comfortable night's sleep, which is crucial for maintaining good health. It gets late at night. In bed, you're lying down. All the lights are off, the room is peaceful, and a cool breeze blows through, but sleep is elusive. You flip over, reposition your pillow, and cover yourself with the blanket, but your body is unable to find the solace it seeks.Is it your mattress? Maybe. The bed we use each night has a significant impact on our mood, health, and even the quality of our sleep. However, the majority of people only consider brand, color, and price when selecting a mattress. That doesn't alwa...

Aug112025 by abcNo Comments

কালমেঘ খেলে কী হয়? অসুখ সারানোর এ ভেষজের আছে অনেক গুণ

Health and Lifestyle, ভেষজ

একেএম নাজমুল আলম, কুষ্টিয়া: প্রকৃতির ভাণ্ডারে অসংখ্য ভেষজ গাছ রয়েছে, যেগুলো মানুষের দেহের রোগ প্রতিরোধে যুগ যুগ ধরে ব্যবহৃত হয়ে আসছে। তেমনই একটি গাছ হলো কালমেঘ (বৈজ্ঞানিক নাম: Andrographis paniculata)। আমাদের দেশে গ্রামাঞ্চলে অনেকেই এই গাছ চেনেন, তবে এর বহুমুখী ঔষধি গুণ সম্পর্কে অনেকেরই ধারণা নেই। কালমেঘ একটি তিক্ত স্বাদের ভেষজ গাছ, যা সাধারণত বর্ষাকালে বেশি জন্মায়। গাছের উচ্চতা ৩০ থেকে ১২০ সেন্টিমিটার পর্যন্ত হতে পারে। পাতাগুলো সবুজ, লম্বাটে এবং গাছের কাণ্ড নরম। শীতে এর ফুল ও ফল হয়। অজানা তথ্য কালমেঘকে বাংলায় “সব রোগের মহৌষধ” বলা হয়। এ গাছের পাতার রস এতটাই তিক্ত যে, অনেক পোকামাকড়ও এটি খেতে সাহস পায় না। প্রাচীন আয়ুর্বেদ, ইউনানি ও চীনা চিকিৎসায় কালমেঘ বহু রোগের প্রাথমিক চিকিৎসায় ব্যবহৃত হয়। এটি প্রাকৃতিকভাবে রোগ প্রতিরোধ ক্ষমতা বাড়ায়, য...

Jul292025 by abcNo Comments

What to Do if Someone loses Consciousness

Health, Health and Lifestyle

What to Do if Someone loses Consciousness Someone around you could suddenly faint or lose consciousness, whether you're at home, on the street, or at work. In these situations, timely and correct first aid can often stop a bad consequence from happening. This is what you need to know: Signs That You Might Faint Before passing out, most people display indicators of trouble: Skin that is pale Feeling sick Feeling dizzy Too much sweating Vision that is blurry Ringing in the ears Fast breathing or heart rate Yawning a lot If you see these indicators, do something right away: Get the person to sit or lie down right away. Keep your head a little lower than your heart. Lift your legs to get more blood to your brain. Most of the time, fainting lasts only a ...

Jul292025 by abcNo Comments

The Incredible Health Benefits of Java Plum Seed Powder

Health, Health and Lifestyle

Even though the summer fruit season is coming to an end, there are still a lot of mangoes, jackfruits, and Java Plums (black plums) at the market. Did you know that Java Plum or Jamun seeds are also very good for your health? Most of us eat the delicious fruit and toss the seed away. Helps Keep Blood Sugar in Check Java plum seed powder has two strong chemicals, jamboline and alkaloids, that help keep blood sugar levels stable. These help the body make more insulin and keep blood sugar levels stable, which is why jamun seeds are so good for patients with diabetes. Keeps High Blood Pressure in Check Drinking a mixture of Java Plum seed powder and water can help lower high blood pressure. It also helps the heart, which is good for people who have cardiac problems. Helps with di...

Jul282025 by abcNo Comments

Is your child suddenly acting up or angry? Check to see whether these are the reasons.

Health and Lifestyle, Kids Health, Lifestyle Tips

The strongest emotional attachment for most kids is with their mother. They laugh with her, ask for help, and make countless demands, but they also often vent their deepest rage and defiance at her. Some kids act properly with everyone else but are rude and defiant just with their moms. What causes this to happen? For example, 12-year-old Tina (a fake name) has recently started becoming furious when her mother talks to her. She won't listen, gets angry, and acts out. A year ago, she loved her mom. Her mother says things started to change about 7–8 months ago, not long after Tina's baby brother was born. Tina has been throwing more tantrums and being disobedient, especially toward her mother, since then. Her mother attempts to get her back by giving her her favorite food, ...

Jul282025 by abcNo Comments

How Many Times Should You Urinate in a Day? What is normal and what is not

Health, Health and Lifestyle

Let's look at the example of a woman who is 35 years old and works. She is a little particular about using the bathroom at work. She only drank a little water and went to the bathroom once in 24 hours. After that, there was discomfort in the stomach, a burning feeling when urinating, and finally, a fever with chills. She had a urinary tract infection (UTI). A lot of individuals realize that urinating only once every 24 hours is not normal, but not many people know what the regular frequency should be. Let's take it apart.Why Peeing Is ImportantOur bodies are always going through complicated biological processes, and a lot of them create waste that needs to be gotten rid of. Urine is one of the main ways that this waste leaves the body. Our bodies need enough water to keep these syst...

Jul282025 by abcNo Comments

What causes hepatitis and how to avoid it

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The World Health Organization (WHO) says that some 304 million people around the world now have Hepatitis B and C. About 1.3 million individuals die every year because of problems caused by these diseases. Bangladesh has a greater rate of hepatitis than developed countries. Every year on July 28, World Hepatitis Day is held to increase awareness. This year's theme is "Hepatitis: Let's Break It Down."What is hepatitis? Hepatitis occurs when the liver gets inflamed or infected, which is one of the most common problems with the liver. A lot of different viruses can cause this illness, but Hepatitis A, B, C, and E are the most prevalent. xr:d:DAFDw-CIyf4:2,j:28769144577,t:22061611 What Causes Hepatitis? The key reasons are: Viruses, including Hepatitis A, B, C, and E Hepati...

Jul282025 by abcNo Comments

3 Foods That Are Good for Your Kidneys

Health, Health and Lifestyle

A lot of the time, doctors believe that the kidneys are the body's natural filters. They assist keep our blood pressure in check, remove nitrogen-based waste and extra fluid from our bodies, and keep the balance of fluids and electrolytes in our bodies. In short, you need healthy kidneys to have a healthy body. Three specific foods can be quite important for keeping them working well. Dr. Eric Berg is a well-known American chiropractor and nutritionist. He says that eating the following foods can help your kidneys stay healthy. Cucumber Cucumbers are a great way to keep your body hydrated, which is important for your kidneys. Cucumbers are known for having a lot of water in them, which can assist the body get rid of toxic waste like uric acid and creatinine. You can consume cuc...

Jul242025 by abcNo Comments

Fruits That Lower Cholesterol and Keep Your Heart Healthy

Health and Lifestyle, Lifestyle Tips

Cholesterol is a waxy molecule in our blood that helps our cells stay healthy. But too much cholesterol can make heart disease more likely. So, how can we keep our cholesterol levels in check? The good news is that nature gives us an easy answer: fruits. Adding fruits to your daily diet in a balanced and consistent approach makes it much easier to keep your cholesterol levels in check. How Fruits Can Help Lower Cholesterol Fruits are good for your heart since they are high in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. Soluble fiber is one of the most important parts because it helps lower cholesterol by slowing down its absorption during digestion and helping the body get rid of it. FruitsCitrus fruits including oranges, grapefruits, lemons, and others are high in vitamin C, which is b...