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Multi-drug resistant Shigella detected in the UK and USA, mostly in gay men

Public health authorities in the UK have issued a warning about a highly drug-resistant strain of a serious bacterial gut infection that can be contracted through sex. Between March and November last year, 17 cases of Shigella dysentery with resistance to several first-line antibiotics were detected. It appears that transmission is clustered among gay and… Read More: Multi-drug resistant Shigella detected in the UK and USA, mostly… »

Differences between ketosis and ketoacidosis

Ketosis and ketoacidosis both involve the production of ketones in the body. However, while ketosis is generally safe, ketoacidosis can be life-threatening. Nutritional ketosis occurs when the body starts burning fat instead of glucose. Inducing ketosis is the aim of a ketogenic diet, or “keto” diet, which is a high-fat, very-low-carb diet that can help… Read More: Differences between ketosis and ketoacidosis »

These tasty Indian restaurants will complement your diet

Two Manhattan restaurants want to change the way you think about Indian food. East Village gastro bar Baar Baar, at 13 E. 1st St., has designed health-conscious options for those watching their carbs after December indulgences. Slim-down offerings include the paneer pinwheel, with red pepper makhana — otherwise known as fox nuts or lotus seeds… Read More: These tasty Indian restaurants will complement your diet »

How to Ensure Good Dental Hygiene in Children

Oral health and dental hygiene are one of the biggest factors in the overall health and well-being of a child. However, oral health is often overlooked or misunderstood by parents and it can lead to problems for their children. Infections, loss of teeth, discolouration and bad positioning can be the worst consequences of poor practice… Read More: How to Ensure Good Dental Hygiene in Children »