Q What kind of diet is not advisable for when you have pain in neck and shoulder?

Unhealthy diet and lifestyle are on second rank when it come to pain in body like neck and shoulder pains. Modern food habits are actually producing harmful effect on body by promoting accumulation of toxins in body. These type of food include: chocolates, ice-creams, food containing caffeine, highly processed food, canned or preserved food specifically with MSG, junk food or fast food, food high in sodium and sugar, high fat dairy products, meat, cigarette, wine, beer or any other alcoholic drink etc. These type of food in diet put your body under constant metabolic stress and promote production and accumulation of unhealthy chemicals or toxins in your body. This combined stresses, irritate and spasms nerves and skeletal muscles resulting in pain. So, healthy way to avoid or reduce neck and shoulder pain is to eat healthy, well cooked, preferably home made and fresh food including lots of veges and fruits.

Q Can asanas be performed after having morning tea or coffee?

Yoga asanas should preferably be done on an empty stomach. However, a cup of tea/coffee/milk is allowed before Yoga. You should not eat anything for about 30 minutes after performing Yoga.

Q Can local honey cure seasonal allergies?

Honey contains powerful antioxidants, antiseptic and antibacterial propertise. It is said to cure some allergies particularly localised honey to that area can cure seasonal allergy as the bees feed on pollens of that area which finally form honey. At the same time there are studies showing that its effect is nothing more than a placebo.

Q How is a rhinophyma (the w.c. Fields nose) treated?

Surgery is the treatment option for rhinophyma. Different surgical options include using a scalpel, laser, electro surgery, dermabrassion and cryosurgery.rnrn 

Q How to treat an oat allergy?

In an acute episode use of over the counter antihistamines are beneficial. As far as prevention is considered the best way is to avoid eating oats. Cereals, cereal bars, cookies and other similar foods are main sources of oats and hence should be avoided. Rice, potatoes, fruits contain many of the same health benefits as oats and can be substituted for oats.

Q Using woolen blanket during summer can cause hair fall?

There is no scientific evidence to prove that using woolen blanket in summer can lead to hair fall.

Q How do I grow height? Im 14 from Canada and my height is 4 10"

Growth of height is determined by following factors : your genetic background , your overall nutrition level, tendency to fall repeatedly ill, etc. In males maximum height can be achieved by the age of 18-20 and in females up-to the age of 15-16. So you have a good scope of improving your height. Take care of following things to boost your height : Increase dietary intake of proteins like groundnut, soya beans, milk and milk products, eggs, chicken and fish ( if you are non vegetarian ). Have calcium rich foods like milk, spinach, yogurt, cheese, green leafy vegetables. Do some kind of physical activity. Cycling and swimming are best to increase height. Take enough rest, Stay well hydrated.

Q This is kataru prasanth aged 22 recently I have observed a white hair on my head and want to know the reason behind this? How to prevent this problem? tell me which vitamins or proteins deficiency causes and what to eat for improvement?

Exact causes for premature greying of hair is not known. Some studies suggest that it can be due to genetics. Also deficiency of vit B12 or thyroid disorder can cause early greying of hair. In such cases treating the cause will help preventing further greying of hair. As such there are no specific medicine to reverse or control greying of hair. You can use several hair colouring products to conceal white hair.

Q What is dry patchy skin around eyes?

Dry patchy skin around eyes indicates that skin in that area is devoid of its water content or moisture. Several factors can cause dry patches around eyes such as extremes of temperature, strong facial cleansers, soap, acne products. Skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis can also cause dry patchy skin.

Q Can eating plain cornstarch be harmful?

Cornstarch is a commonly used cooking ingredient. It is safe to eat plain cornstarch. This is unlikely to cause significant health concerns.