Dr Baldiwala's Medipedia

30/11/2025

19/11/2025

Many asthmatics rely on steroid inhalers- whether daily or as needed, but most don’t realise how essential it is to rinse and gargle after every dose.
If you want to understand the correct technique and the risks associated with different inhaler devices, you can read the full guide here:

https://www.drglobernaut.com/post/don-t-forget-this-one-crucial-step-if-you-are-using-a-steroid-inhaler

16/11/2025

The actual reason behind the “pool water” smell on your hands after a swim:

11/11/2025

Weight loss or blood sugar control - the buzz around Ozempic and Mounjaro is real!

A quick look at how these wonder drugs work, their benefits, and what you should watch out for.

28/08/2025

A MYSTERY FEVER STORY.

Read below ⬇️

25/08/2025

Share this with someone who checks their BP at home.

19/08/2025

Awareness about this dangerous disease can save lives.

14/08/2025

Slow at rest, Fast to recover: Signs of a healthy heart.

08/08/2025

Post meal exercise - beneficial or harmful ?

Walking after meals has been an ancient practice that's said to bring many benefits for physical and mental health. Known as “Shatapavali” or 100 steps, the age-old Indian custom encourages one to take a stroll post meal for enjoying a range of benefits:

1. It helps in digestion by increasing the movement of food through the digestive tract.
2. It helps in sugar control especially in diabetics by increasing the glucose uptake by the muscles.
3. Regular walks improve the heart health, elevate the mood, reduce the stress and enhance sleep.

However, intense exercise or brisk walking should be avoided after a full meal.

Similarly, swimming after a meal should be avoided since it is a full body workout and demands increase blood flow to the muscles. A short dip in the pool, with a little bit of floating and wading should do no harm though.

Thus, a post-meal stroll is beneficial for the body but any intense form of exercise could contrarily prove harmful.

05/08/2025

VITAMIN B 12 deficiency: Don’t ignore the fatigue

28/07/2025

Why it’s important to change directions when walking (or running) on a circular or oval track, especially if you’re doing a few kilometers.

✅ Avoids muscle imbalance
Walking in the same direction repeatedly causes your body to lean slightly inward on curves. Over time, this creates uneven stress on your hips, knees, ankles, and even your lower back. Alternating directions balances the load.

✅ Reduces joint strain
On a track, the inner leg is always on a slightly shorter radius, so it works differently from the outer leg. If you never switch, it can lead to overuse injuries like IT band strain or knee pain.

✅ Improves posture & gait
Your spine, shoulders, and pelvis subtly rotate with each turn. Changing directions helps maintain symmetry in your movement.

✅ Keeps your walk mentally fresh
Even psychologically, reversing directions breaks monotony and keeps you more alert.

Rule of thumb:
If you’re walking more than 15-20 minutes, try switching directions halfway (or every 1-2 km).

30/06/2025

If you find someone napping differently, do consult a doctor.