TIPS FOR ULCER SUFFERERS DURING RAMADAN FASTING

During fasting in the month of Ramadan, the body's metabolism changes due to difficulties in eating and drinking, as well as changes in sleep patterns. Most people with stomach ulcers or GERD are worried about fasting because they are afraid that the pain will heal. Prof. Ari Fahrial Syam, MD, MMB, PhD,

TIPS TO KEEP YOUR GUT HEALTHY

Referring to the World Health Organization (WHO) definition of health, gut health is a state of physical and mental well-being without any gastrointestinal complaints that require a doctor's consultation, without any indication or risk of intestinal disease, and without any confirmed bowel disease. Having a healthy gut means having a healthy gut

SELF-ISOLATION TIPS WHEN OMICRON STRIKES

A new variant of the coronavirus, omicron has been detected in several countries, one of which is Indonesia. The rate of transmission of this variant virus is referred to as one of the fastest. The World Health Organization (WHO) said the omicron variant was first reported to WHO from South Africa on

Tips to Prevent Heat Stroke Due to Hot Weather

Throughout the end of October, daytime temperatures in a number of regions in Indonesia were hotter than usual. Even BMKG recorded Indonesia's maximum daily temperature reaching 39°C. Especially in the Java and Bali islands, extreme drought and the potential for forest fires are recorded. This condition is expected to continue to occur

Chilli Powder for Snacks, Is it Harmful to Digestion?

Lately circulating chain messages through social networks about the dangers of using chili powder on snacks like crispy tofu, french fries, or cilok. It was said that the chili powder can cause diphtheria due to polluted rat urine. Based on the circulation of an 11-second video that shows a pile of dried

Get to Know GERD, Cancer Triggers Gastric Disease

GERD or Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease is a condition where the contents of the stomach reflux / reverse direction repeatedly, into the esophagus which causes various clinical symptoms and or complications that interfere. The prevalence of GERD events continues to increase due to the high consumption of foods that cause GERD in

5 Reasons Why Infused Water is Good for the Body

Infused water or detox water is a mixture of mineral water with pieces of fruit that are allowed to stand for a while. This drink is popular among the people because it is claimed to have many benefits for the body, especially for maintaining health. So, what exactly are the benefits of

Safe and Healthy Tips for “Mudik”

Eid al-fitr is over, now is the time for people to return to their respective cities, or commonly known as the "Mudik". For preparing "mudik", there are several things that need to be considered for landline users so that the body remains healthy and safe during the long journey, as stated by

3 Easy Tips to Keep Health in the New Year

The change of year from 2018 to 2019 is the right time to rearrange the target and personal resolution. However, the beginning of 2019 seems to coincide with the peak of the rainy season. The BMKG predicts the peak of the rainy season will occur throughout January 2019. The peak of the