Q Does drinking lots of water help to lose weight ?

Yes its true keeping body hydrated keep you healthy. Drinking 1.5liter(7-8 glass) per day is help you to burn extra calories, low sodium intake, eliminate toxic product from body and boost body metabolism; which ultimately result in reduce weight. But with this healthy balanced diet and regular exercise is essential to get faster result. Be cautious that excessive drinking of water can cause low sodium level in blood and put excessive load on kidney; so always stay in limit.nThank you.

Q How can I help my child avoid triggering migraine headache?

Following measures can help you to avoid migraine triggers in your child: Avoid known triggering factors. Give your child well balanced diet. Avoid too long gaps between meals. Make sure your child is well hydrated. See to it that your child gets 7-9 hours of quality sleep on regular basis. Cut down on your childs intake of junk foods and excessive sugary drinks. Talk to your child if something is bother him/her.rnrn 

Q Can rubbing penis on vagina result in pregnancy?

Yes. Rubbing penis on vagina can result in pregnancy as the lubricating fluid produced may contain sperms.

Q Body too thin...some diet tips

Weight gain depends upon your diet and exercise pattern. Include calorie and protein rich foods in your diet such as eggs, chicken, fish, milk and milk products, nuts, pulses etc. Every morning have a glass of milk with honey and 2 bananas. Consume handful of mixed nuts everyday. Weight gain should be healthy and hence you should limit your intake of junk food. Instead of 3 large meals have 5-7 small meals. Join a gym and practice weight training under supervision.

Q what is fever? what are the signs and symptoms of fever?

Fever or pyrexia is an elevation of body temperature above the normal range of 36.5-37.5 °C (97.7-99.5 °F). Fever is a common symptom of many medical conditions. The signs and symptoms of fever are termed as sickness behaviour which include lethargy, depression, anorexia, sleepiness, hyperalgesia, and the inability to concentrate. Additionally, local symptoms arising due to the cause of fever are usually present.

Q How to avoid dandfuff?

There are many reasons for dandruff - Stress, nutritional deficiencies, excessive dryness of the scalp, fungal infection, vitamin C deficiency, pregnancy, long illness, thyroid imbalance, as well as hair damage caused by procedures like hair coloring/dyeing, bleaching, straightening, perming, etc. You can do following things to prevent hair loss: Getting proper nutrition is essential for healthy hair. Water, protein, biotin (part of the vitamin B complex), vitamins A, B6, B12, C, copper, iron, omega 3 fatty acids, zinc, calcium, folic acid, and magnesium all play a part in maintaining a healthy scalp, skin, and hair. Using your fingertips to massage your scalp will increase circulation in your scalp which is important for hair growth. Take 10-12 jaswand (hibiscus) flower +200gm methi (fig) seeds soaked in coconut oil for 7 days then boil it sleeve it and use it daily for head massage it prevent hair loss, promote new hair growth and hairs become thick and restrict dandruff formation. In a week massage your scalp with yoghurt(curd) or aloe-Vera pulp or neem leaves paste which has antibacterial properties which help to clear dandruff formation. Instead of using chemical shampoo, use rita to wash the hairs; take 7-8 rita soaked for whole night boil in the morning in water gently massage and wash the hairs with this mixture.Gentle combing or brushing of your hair will help break up hardened oils that clog your pores. It is recommended that you comb or brush 100-200 strokes in the morning and at night. Avoid excessive wind, sun, and heat (such as from hair dryers, hot showers, and curling irons) on your hair. Tight fitting caps and hats will cause poor circulation in your scalp and will also cause buildup of sweat and grime. Take plenty of water keep yourself hydrated. Take care.

Q Can stress and anxiety cause rash?

Yes. Corelation between the mind and the skin has long been established. Stress and anxiety can cause skin rashes (urticaria/hives) in some people. Additionally, stress can also worsen certain skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Q My 22 months old boy still has anterior fontanelle open. Is it a concern

In most cases anterior fontanelle closes between the age of 7-19 months. Delay in closure can be due to causes like premature birth, intrauterine growth retardation, downs syndrome, etc. I would suggest that you get your child examined by a pediatrician to rule any abnormality.

Q My wife is breastfeeding. Can she take iron and calcium medicine. My baby is 11 months old

If she has deficiency then she can take. It is actually advisable for a lactating woman to have calcium supplement. Also encourage her to have well balanced and nutritious diet.

Q Is it safe to use sex toys ?

If you are intending to go for sex toys, take the proper precautions not to transmit the STDs or other blood borne diseases like HIV, Syphilis, Hepatitis B etc. Some tips while using the sex toys - Keep sex toys clean: wash them after each use; cover penetrative sex toys, such as vibrators, with a new condom before handovering it to someone else; do not share sex toys or have a different set of sex toys for each partner. It is important to choose the safe material which will not produce the allergic reaction. Use of lubrication is a way which will enhance the pleasure and safety of sex toys.