Dr. Sunirmal Das, MD-Homoeo

03/02/2026

When the liver gets fatty, fat doesn’t just sit there quietly. It invades liver cells, swelling them until the organ becomes heavy, bloated, and under constant stress. What starts as a mild overload slowly turns the liver into a storage dump it was never designed to be. The more fat that piles up, the harder it becomes for the liver to keep up, and damage begins silently.

As fat crowds the liver cells, their normal work starts to fail. Blood sugar control slips. Fat processing breaks down. Toxins linger longer in the bloodstream. The trapped fat irritates the cells from the inside, sparking ongoing inflammation. Cell by cell, liver tissue becomes injured. Some cells die. Others survive, but weaker, slower, and less reliable than before.

Over time, the liver tries to patch itself up, but healing goes wrong. Instead of healthy tissue, stiff scar tissue forms. The liver hardens. Blood struggles to pass through it. Hormones drift out of balance. Digestion weakens. Metabolism slows. The most dangerous part is that this damage often builds quietly, without pain or warning, while the liver steadily loses its ability to keep the body alive and clean.

02/02/2026

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01/02/2026

31/01/2026

🟣 Causes of High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

High blood pressure (also called hypertension) means your blood is pushing too hard against your artery walls. Over time, this damages blood vessels and organs like the heart, brain, kidneys, and eyes.

Most people feel no symptoms, which is why hypertension is called the “silent killer.”

Let’s understand the main causes clearly.

🟣 High Salt (Sodium) Intake

→ Salt makes the body hold extra water
→ Extra fluid increases pressure inside blood vessels
→ Causes arteries to stiffen over time

(Common sources: packaged foods, pickles, chips, fast food, sauces.)

🟣 Poor Diet

→ High intake of junk food, sugary drinks, fried foods, and processed meats
→ Low intake of fruits, vegetables, and potassium-rich foods
→ Leads to inflammation, cholesterol buildup, and narrowed arteries

🟣 Obesity (Excess Body Weight)

→ Extra fat increases workload on the heart
→ Fat tissue releases hormones that raise blood pressure
→ Often linked with insulin resistance and sleep apnea

🟣 Physical Inactivity

→ Lack of movement weakens heart muscle
→ Slows metabolism
→ Promotes weight gain and stiff blood vessels

(Regular walking itself can significantly reduce BP.)

🟣 Chronic Stress

→ Stress hormones (cortisol & adrenaline) tighten blood vessels
→ Raises heart rate and BP repeatedly
→ Long-term stress keeps BP constantly elevated

🟣 Smoking

→ Ni****ne instantly raises blood pressure
→ Damages artery walls
→ Accelerates plaque formation and vessel narrowing

🟣 Alcohol Consumption

→ Regular alcohol raises BP directly
→ Adds empty calories leading to weight gain
→ Interferes with BP medications

🟣 Genetics / Family History

→ Some people inherit tendency for high BP
→ Risk increases if parents or siblings have hypertension

🟣 Kidney Disease

→ Kidneys regulate fluid and salt balance
→ Diseased kidneys retain sodium and water
→ This strongly raises blood pressure

🟣 Age

→ Blood vessels naturally stiffen with age
→ BP tends to rise after 40–50 years
→ Risk increases further after 60

⭐ Important to Know

Most hypertension is primary (essential) — meaning no single cause, but multiple lifestyle + genetic factors combined.

A smaller group has secondary hypertension, caused by kidney disease, hormonal disorders, or medications.

🟣 Common Warning Signs (Often Late)

→ Headache
→ Dizziness
→ Blurred vision
→ Chest discomfort
→ Nosebleeds
→ Fatigue

(Many people have NO symptoms at all.)

🟣 What High Blood Pressure Can Lead To

→ Heart attack
→ Stroke
→ Kidney failure
→ Vision loss
→ Heart failure

🟣 How You Can Lower Your Risk

→ Reduce salt intake
→ Eat fruits & vegetables daily
→ Maintain healthy weight
→ Exercise at least 30 minutes/day
→ Quit smoking
→ Limit alcohol
→ Manage stress
→ Check BP regularly
→ Take prescribed medicines consistently

⭐ Key Takeaway

High blood pressure develops silently but causes serious damage if ignored. The good news: it is largely preventable and controllable with lifestyle changes and proper treatment.

⚠️ Medical Disclaimer
This content is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor for diagnosis and personalized treatment.

31/01/2026

(C-reactive protein) vs. (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) vs. (PCT)

CRP (C-reactive protein)
• Best for: Acute inflammation and monitoring response (trend day-to-day).
• Kinetics: rises fast (≈ 6–8 hours), peaks ~48 hours, falls quickly when inflammation resolves.
• Use when: pneumonia/UTI, post-op infection, IBD flare, cellulitis, monitoring treatment.

ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate)
• Best for: Chronic inflammation and some classic diagnoses.
• Kinetics: rises slow (days), falls slow (weeks) → not great for rapid decisions.
• High-yield uses: Temporal arteritis (GCA), Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR), chronic inflammatory/autoimmune disease trends.

Procalcitonin (PCT)
• Best for: Bacterial infection / sepsis likelihood and sometimes antibiotic stewardship.
• Kinetics: rises very fast (≈ 3–6 hours), peaks ~24 hours, falls with control of bacterial source.
• Pattern: tends to be low in viral infections (not always) and higher in bacterial systemic infection.

31/01/2026

Signs Your Cortisol is High

31/01/2026

🌿 Allergies & The Lymphatic System: The Hidden Connection

Most people think allergies are just a reaction in the nose, lungs, or skin — but at their core, allergies are an immune and lymphatic event. When the body encounters something it sees as a threat — like pollen, food proteins, or animal dander — the immune system triggers a cascade of lymphatic activity, histamine release, and inflammation.

The result? Swollen sinuses, itchy eyes, rashes, fatigue… all signs that your lymphatic system is working overtime.

💧 The Lymphatic System’s Role in Allergies

Your lymphatic system is like a giant internal filter — collecting toxins, allergens, and immune cells from every tissue in your body. Lymph nodes act as mini immune command centers, producing lymphocytes and antibodies to neutralize what doesn’t belong.

But when the lymph flow becomes sluggish or congested, these immune reactions intensify instead of resolving. The “traffic jam” of inflammatory cells and histamines can amplify symptoms, keeping your body stuck in overreaction mode.

Lymphatic congestion = prolonged inflammation = more allergy symptoms.

🌸 Different Types of Allergies & How They Link to Lymphatic Health

1️⃣ Respiratory Allergies (Pollen, Dust, Mold, Animal Dander)
• Triggered when allergens enter the nasal passages or lungs.
• Lymph nodes in the neck, chest, and underarms swell as they filter histamine and immune complexes.
• MLD (Manual Lymphatic Drainage) around the head and neck helps clear congestion, relieve sinus pressure, and support detox of inflammatory mediators.

2️⃣ Food Allergies & Intolerances
• Occur when the immune system reacts to certain food proteins (like gluten, dairy, or peanuts).
• Gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT) becomes inflamed, leading to bloating, rashes, and systemic fatigue.
• Supporting intestinal lymph flow improves tolerance, reduces leaky gut, and calms immune overactivation.

3️⃣ Skin Allergies (Eczema, Contact Dermatitis, Psoriasis-like Reactions)
• The skin is an extension of the lymphatic and immune network.
• When lymph flow under the skin stagnates, toxins and histamine remain trapped, worsening irritation.
• Lymph drainage promotes gentle detox, better oxygenation, and faster tissue repair.

4️⃣ Drug or Chemical Allergies
• Often linked to sluggish liver detox pathways and compromised lymphatic clearance.
• MLD assists by accelerating elimination of metabolites and calming inflammatory responses.

5️⃣ Autoimmune-type Allergies
• When the immune system begins reacting to the body’s own tissues, chronic inflammation develops.
• Consistent lymphatic therapy can help regulate immune response and reduce the “over-alert” state of the immune system.

🌿 The Healing Perspective

Allergies are not just about what you’re exposed to — they’re about how efficiently your body clears what doesn’t belong.
When your lymphatic system flows freely, immune messages calm down, inflammation subsides, and your body can restore balance naturally.

That’s why Manual Lymphatic Drainage, hydration, deep breathing, and anti-inflammatory nutrition form a powerful triad for allergy recovery.
Healing happens when the immune system and lymph system speak the same language again — calm, clear, and connected.

Written by:
Bianca Botha, CLT, RLD, MLDT & CDS

Disclaimer:
This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, exercise, or health regimen.

30/01/2026

Nipah virus is a deadly infection that spreads from fruit bats to humans. It enters the bloodstream, damages blood vessels, and reduces oxygen delivery. The virus strongly affects the brain, causing inflammation, swelling, and neurological failure. Severe cases lead to encephalitis, coma, respiratory failure, and high mortality.

27/01/2026

The Sweetest Way to Trap Cholesterol! 🌴🤎

27/01/2026

Vitamin D3 slows biological aging primarily by protecting the genetic stability of cells and reducing age-related cellular decline. Research published in 2025 from the VITAL clinical trials suggests that daily supplementation with 2,000 IU of Vitamin D3 can slow biological aging by nearly three years at the cellular level. The core mechanisms identified are:

🗂️Preservation of Telomere Length:

🗒️Telomeres are protective caps at the ends of chromosomes that naturally shorten during cell division. Vitamin D3 reduces this attrition.

🗒️Measurable Impact: In a 4-year study, participants taking Vitamin D3 lost roughly 140 fewer base pairs of DNA compared to a placebo group.

🗒️Telomerase Activation: Vitamin D increases the activity of telomerase, the enzyme responsible for rebuilding and extending telomeres.

🗂️Epigenetic Regulation:

🗒️Biological Clock Deceleration: Supplementation has been shown to slow epigenetic aging (changes in how DNA is expressed as measured by DNA methylation “clocks” like the Horvath and Hannum methods.

🗒️Gene Expression Modulation: Vitamin D binds to the Vitamin D Reception (VDR), which regulates hundreds of genes involved in DNA repair and genomic maintenance.

🗂️Reduction of Cellular Stress:

🗒️Anti-Inflammatory Action: Chronic inflammation (often called “inflammaging”) is a major driver of biological aging. Vitamin D inhibits inflammatory pathways helping to lower cellular stress.

🗒️DNA Repair Support: It enhances the body’s ability to repair DNA damage and reduces oxidative stress, which can otherwise accelerate telomere loss and cellular decay.

🗒️Senescence Prevention: By maintaining cellular health, Vitamin D may delay the onset of cellular senescence - a state where cells stop dividing and instead release harmful inflammatory molecules. These are also sometimes called “zombie cells”.

See S T Rahman et al. J Nutr Health Aging. 2023

27/01/2026

How Dehydration Affects Your Organs

26/01/2026

Which Food Damages Which Organ | Must Watch Before It’s Too Late

1. Liver – Alcohol:
The liver is the detoxifying organ of your body. Excessive alcohol consumption over time can cause liver inflammation, fatty liver, cirrhosis, and even liver failure. Even social drinking can have long-term effects if done frequently.

2. Heart – Too Much Oily Foods:
Deep-fried and greasy foods are high in unhealthy fats that raise bad cholesterol (LDL) and clog arteries, leading to heart disease, high blood pressure, and heart attacks. Limit fried snacks, fast food, and trans fats to protect your heart.

3. Brain – Too Much Sugar:
Consuming too much sugar affects brain function, memory, and mood. It can cause brain fog, low concentration, and even increase the risk of depression and dementia. The brain thrives on balanced glucose levels, not sugar overload.

4. Kidneys – Excess Salt:
High salt intake can increase blood pressure and strain the kidneys. Over time, it damages kidney blood vessels and reduces their filtering ability. Processed foods and salty snacks are the main culprits.
5. Gut – Processed Market Foods:
Processed foods often contain preservatives, artificial colors, and low fiber — all harmful to your gut microbiome. They reduce good bacteria, cause bloating, acidity, constipation, and increase gut inflammation.

6. Lungs – Excess Salt & Fried Foods:
These foods cause fluid retention and inflammation in the body, affecting lung function. Fried foods also produce free radicals that can worsen asthma, COPD, and breathing issues.

7. Pancreas – Cold Drinks:
Sugary soft drinks overwork the pancreas, forcing it to release excess insulin. Over time, this leads to insulin resistance, diabetes, and even pancreatic inflammation. Replace them with water, lemon water, or fresh juices.

8. Skin – Dairy (For Some People):
For certain individuals, dairy can trigger acne, oily skin, or breakouts due to hormones in milk. If you notice skin issues after dairy, try cutting it out for a few weeks and observe the difference.

🧠 Conclusion:
Your organs work 24/7 to keep you alive and healthy — the least we can do is protect them. Start making small dietary changes today to ensure a healthier tomorrow.