5 Reasons why I recommend the global telemedicine platform SeekMed

 

Undoubtedly, health is our top priority in the current pandemic times. But ironically, these are also the times we are most scared to visit a hospital or a clinic for our treatment. The fear of contracting COVID is real and is mighty big, whether or not we suffer from a co-morbidity. 

 

This is where lies a humongous need for superlative telemedicine services to connect us with the best doctors while ensuring we are at least risk. 

 

Particularly for someone like me who suffers from fifth stage endometriosis, staying in touch with a trustable senior doctor is indispensable. Remember, I had shared about my decade long battle with this disease sometime back with all of you. 

 

Thankfully, I am much better now and the entire journey of learning how to manage it has taught me many important lessons. The first and most important being timely second opinions from a senior highly experienced and trustable doctor before the disease aggravated to its advanced stages. But honestly traveling to meet a top doctor in the metro, for a second opinion, for my bitter crippling pain was in no way feasible as I had a little kid to rear and my work. There again was a dire need for a premium telemedicine platform that could somehow connect me to the most eminent doctors of gynecology without traveling, almost like magic.

 

Glad that this need was fulfilled by a really worthy global telemedicine platform SeekMed as they made it possible for us to connect to the most eminent award-winning doctors of India from the comfort of our home no matter which part of the world we reside. Can it get easier and better than this? Let’s evaluate. Well, there have been more telemedicine apps before SeekMed too, so what makes it stand out.

 

Padma Shree, Padmabhushan Awardee Doctors with over 30 years of experience on their panel

 

Though our motherland can boast of some of the best super-specialists of the world with an extraordinary success rate of treating various life-threatening diseases, access to them, unfortunately, is very difficult for a common man. Travel to the hospitals, getting a timely appointment, long waiting time of multiple days to get a slot can become quite painful to a patient and his caregivers. 

 

But SeekMed makes it a cakewalk for all of us as it has a meticulously chosen team of over 100 doctors many of whom are Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri and Dr. BC Roy awardees. On average, these doctors have over 30 years of experience and hold senior positions of very high responsibility with leading super-specialty institutions. Also, over 45% of the doctors have fellowship, education or experience from the United States and Europe.

 

Consult Specialists at a convenient time from the comfort of your home 

 

As per a report, India has more than 150 million, elderly patients residing in remote parts of the country who have to travel to big cities to meet a senior doctor for their existing health conditions, pre-surgery consultations, and second opinions. 

 

With the advancement of technology and with the help of SeekMed, now they can consult these top specialists right from the comfort of their home at a suitable time. In fact, not only from India you can connect to these doctors from anywhere in the world through a video call. Easy peasy isn’t it? Particularly in these COVID times, I would say, they seem like a real divine blessing.

 

Get the vital second opinion on various life-threatening diseases 

 

I can’t highlight to you how important a timely second opinion can get especially in cases where one suffers from something like cancer or when surgery is recommended or sometimes when the diagnosis is not clear and many other important instances. In such a scenario a Second Opinion from a senior award-winning specialist can prove to be a lifesaver. Do you know, in the year 2018 a study published in the Annals of Surgical Oncology revealed that an expert second review changed the diagnosis for 43% of the 70 patients in the study. In 2017, another study brought forth the fact that 21% of patients who sought a second opinion at Mayo Clinic in the USA left with a completely new diagnosis and 66% were proved partly correct but refined by the second doctor.

 

Thus a second opinion from someone profoundly experienced can prove really vital and aid us to make an informed medical decision for surgery or future course of treatment for us. SeekMed just makes this Second Opinion super easy for us.

 

Strong intent to improve patient literacy through the most authentic health library 

India’s doctor-patient ratio is still bleak and so obviously we still have poor health literacy. It’s extremely vital to know about our ailments inside out to aid us to manage them better and seek timely help which many a time becomes impossible in the limited time we have with the doctors. Also reading on the web from an inappropriate source can be misleading. SeekMed has bridged both these gaps through their most authentic and exhaustive Health Library which has detailed credible information on hundreds of medical conditions, tests, procedures, and over thirty thousand medicines and a lot more. It is a profound resource for patients like me to apprise myself of the details of my health condition and manage it far better. I am extremely certain that it can help many of you too.

 

SeekMed’s Patient-centric philosophy and mission ‘Health care for all’ and ethics 

 

Time and again since its inception in 2018, SeekMedhas proved how they earnestly desire to bring super-specialty consultation to the doorstep of the needy. In their highly ethical patient-centric approach they have taken the responsibility of bringing the expert consultation of as many as 30 super specialties including Oncology, Cardiology, Neurology, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, etc. to our homes through their platform.

 

I deeply appreciate the two extremely passionate U.S.-based founders of SeekMed,  Mr. Alok Awasthi and Mr. Sharad Dubey, whose sheer philosophy in SeekMed is to empower the patients to make informed unbiased health decisions and reap benefits of the same without being influenced by middlemen or word of mouth.

 

So you see why I felt an earnest desire to about this incredible platform with all of you. If you are in need or know someone in need, he can access SeekMed in the following simple steps:

 

1. Install the mobile app or use the web app

2. Register as a patient

3. Search for doctor's specialty & send an appointment request

4. Once the appointment is created, make payment in the app using a discount code

5. Upload medical reports in the app

6. Video consultation on the app

7. Receive e-prescription

 

Also, with an earnest endeavor that you get the most superlative health care at your doorstep I share my code ROMA20 with you, use it while booking your appointments and get a 20% discount. 

If you like what I write, you can grab the copies of my five published ebooks here: The Fragrance of True Love, Destiny's Favorite Child, Dare to Defy The Destiny, Empowered Women Empower Women and Soulful Letters On COVID, for my Future Grandchild 

 

Best Home Workout and Fitness Equipment for Weight Loss #WeightLosswithRoma

I am often asked how did I manage to lose 16 kgs of weight during the lockdown when stepping out for a run or gym or any other fitness class was out of question. Well, honesty when I began my fitness journey in March’20, I was clearly overweight and the hormonal pills I popped up for endometriosis further messed up my weight issues. I felt I was trapped in a vicious circle. Thus, I made up my mind to embrace the holistic lifestyle change to gain back sound health and that resolve became the foundation of all the earnest hard work I did at home to bring about this transformation.

I began with eating right and practicing Yoga but soon realized my fat was rigid and needed little more stimulation to start reducing. 

(I have written about them in my earlier posts in the series #WeightLosswithRoma. You can read them below if they interest you.

Healthy Weight Loss Diet Tips

Best Yoga Asans for Weight Loss

Homemade Detoxifying Drinks for Weight Loss)

Going to the gym is absolutely ruled out these days, also their packages are exorbitant considering the mild to moderate workout most Indians like me need, even if I go there. Thus, I decided to invest in some affordable fitness equipment and design my own tiny workout corner, a personalized fitness space in my abode. 

Also, I wanted to invest in such a way that the pieces of fitness equipment I choose, are useful not only for me but for my entire family for ensuring their good health. My choices may be slightly offbeat but my idea of keeping good health and fitness sustained is by weaving lots of fun in them, to keep everyone motivated. Thus, I slept with the idea for several days before choosing the ones which will work the best for us.

Below are five interesting recommendations for you to choose from in case you too are looking to grab some worthy home workout equipment which involves a lot of fun.

1. TT Table

My husband and son are both Table Tennis Players, they love it to the core and I too enjoy a game with them especially with the little one, who takes pride in teaching me some professional moves. A game with the husband is a full-body workout though as he smashes me with powerful backhands and forehands in all directions until I am totally drenched in sweat. It is a fun family time of one hour every day and we really look forward to it. 

If you are working from home during this lockdown or have a sedentary lifestyle, this should be your pick. Even if you don’t know how to play it, it is so simple that you will figure out how to do so quickly and your family will love it too. You can get a good TT Table in around 15K which is a great long term investment for you and your family’s good health if you love sports.

Advantages of playing Table Tennis are:

• It is one of the best forms of cardio workout

• Helps to lose weight comfortably

• It improves our hand-eye coordination

• Also, it improves our reflexes

• Quite easy on the joints

• It helps to burns calories

• It improves our balance

• It relieves Stress

2. Treadmill

Ever since I have been really small, I have gone for a morning walk with my dad at 4a.m. every day without fail, though it was less of a walk and more of a run for the tiny me as he walked really fast. Later of course I got accustomed to his brisk walks and walked at his pace and the habit has stayed with me till today. A brisk walk or a run is my most favorite form of hassle-free workout with sure shot results always.

Since at the moment we are stuck indoors due to the pandemic, it is most advisable to invest in a Treadmill. It is my most favorite versatile fitness equipment, you can walk or run as many kilometers as you want on it at a speed you desire while entertaining yourself with a great series on Netflix or Amazon Prime or any other OTT platform. It is suitable for one and all and a good home gym Treadmill costs around 13K. You may as well rent one if you first want to try it for a few months, just sanitize it thoroughly before use.

Advantages of a Treadmill are:

• Best Cardio workout for weight loss

• Super Comfortable and takes less space

• Puts less stress on the body in comparison to walking outdoor and is great for people with heart and blood-pressure related ailments as it can monitor it

3. Indoor Stationary Bicycle

If you want to sit and work out while watching T.V. or cycling has been your favorite sport, an indoor cycle can be fun equipment to possess. It occupies the least space and is excellent for lower body workout. 

Increase the resistance level when you start feeling comfortable to let your muscles feel the workout pressure. You can get a good Indoor Bicycle for around 6K. Start gradually any form of workout like twenty minutes and then increase gradually to see results through consistency.

Advantages of an Indoor Bicycle are:

• Boosts cardio fitness. Cycling is an excellent way to get your heart pumping

• Can help with weight loss

• Burns body fat

• Provides a low-impact workout

• Strengthens legs and lower body muscles

• Allows for interval training

• Safer than road cycling

4. Cross Trainer

If you prefer a slightly stronger and most effective full-body workout or your body demands more exercise in comparison to others, then go for a cross trainer, it has always worked wonders for me whenever I have battled stuck weight. 

It works wonders your arms and legs fat and burns many more calories. Ideally, I have only seen it in gyms but it can perfectly be placed in any corner of your home as it takes very little space. A Cross Trainer is priced around 17K and is a worthy piece of equipment for our home gym.

Advantages of a Cross-trainer are:

• It boosts our stamina

• It burns a lot of calories

• Also, it puts considerably less stress on your joints

• Good for both an upper and lower body workout

• It burns body fat rigorously

• Maintain fitness after injury

5. Weights

All of the above equipment definitely aid us to lose weight but this lets to loosening our skin which needs toning. To do the same as well as build our muscle mass we must do strength training done by lifting weights not very heavy but mild to medium which can be gradually increased if one wishes to.

They are very optimally priced and a Set of Weights of your choice depending upon your comfort weighs around 0.5K. If you are a beginner start with a set of 2kg each so you will be lighting 4 kg initially, then increase gradually. 

The advantages of Weight Training are:

• Maintaining Muscle Tissue

• Increased Strength

• Improved Bone Health

• Controlled Body Fat

• Decreased Risk of Injury

If you are really inclined towards staying fit forever and your health and that of your family are your top priority, start thinking of buying good fitness equipment. They are some great deals you can grab in Amazon Prime Days on the 6th and 7th of August.

P.S. This is not a sponsored post but it does contain certain affiliate links of the items, I recommended to you based on my personal experience. If you have a medical condition, it is recommended to consult your doctor before commencing any workout.

If you like what I write, you can grab the copies of my five published ebooks here: The Fragrance of True Love, Destiny's Favorite Child, Dare to Defy The Destiny , Empowered Women Empower Women and To My GrandChild, With Love

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#Causeachatter 10 Powerful Yoga Asanas for Endometriosis, Weight Loss and Flat Stomach #WeightLosswithRoma

The past few months have been difficult for all of us. The pandemic has taken a toll on our lives and sitting at home and eating at odd hours without any physical movement has further ruined our mental as well as physical health and fitness. Many of us have gained weight and have accumulated a lot of belly fat which we will love to lose. Thus, in this blog post, I bring to you 10 Best Yoga Asanas for Endometriosis,Weight Loss and Flat Stomach which you can do every day in the comfort of your home and stay fit and healthy which is the need of the hour because we know obese people have compromised immunity which is scary in COVID-19 days. Good physical health ensures good mental health too which is equally vital.

In my last post on Healthy #WeightLosswithRoma, I had shared the most effective diet tips for weight loss with you and it is so wonderful to know how it is helping many of you. I am overwhelmed to get Sindhu messages from you all that it has already started showing results. I am taking this series forward today with my third dose for perfect health.

The first one was Homemade Detoxifying Drinks for Weight Loss.

Coming back to our topic for today, Weight Loss Yoga Poses that I am recommending here have worked for me in the past few months when I have lost more than 15 kgs of weight and many inches flab from all over my body including the stomach, thighs, arms and face particularly my tummy which was my pain area. Yoga with Healthy Diet has been my magic pill to have lost weight without any hassles.

In my opinion, Yoga is the best traditional practice for our physical and mental, health, and wellness that we Indians have inherited from our extremely rich ancient culture which has been adopted worldwide.

I call Yoga a gold mine of health because apart from weight loss it gives us so many more priceless benefits like

• Stress Relief and Calmness
• Makes us for more flexible
• Improves our metabolism
• Multiples our physical and mental strength
• Helps us improve our immunity
• Improves our respiration and energy(Check Yoga for Allergies)
• Improves our medical conditions in the long run
• Improves our overall fitness levels

A Good Yoga Mat and ComfortableYoga Wear are all we need to commence our Yoga Workout best done early morns at sunrise.

Let’s begin our practice.

Here are the ten powerful Yoga Asanas for losing weight and tummy fat by stimulating the abdomen and other muscles.

1. Suryanamaskars or Sun Salutation

Suryanamaskar is my most favorite of all Asans for it has umpteen benefits for our health. Not only does it warms up our body and but also stimulates the blood flow to all our organs. It stretches and tones all our major muscles, trims our waist, tones our arms, stimulates the digestive system, and balances the metabolism aiding in weight loss. It is a group of 12 Asans done in a flow for a set number of times as per the comfort of your body and a speed that suits you initially. You can gradually increase the speed and number of times you repeat Suryanamaskars and this Asan alone is a full-body workout for a day which can help you lose weight and stomach fat considerably. Please increase the number of Suryanamaskars you do in a day gradually to reap the best benefits. I do these in the form of Power Yoga for about ten minutes every day and it is miraculous in its results. Watch the below video for the right technique to do it.

2. Chaturangadandasana – Plank pose

This is the strongest Asan in terms of building your core strength. In it, you stretch on your fours as indicated in the pic and hold there each time increasing the time you hold. It works intensely on our abdominal muscles, our key focus area for a flatter tummy. It is a little difficult in the beginning but is addictive if you get a hang of it. I do 5 to 10 planks in a day.

3. Boat Pose or Navasana

Boat pose is the Asan in which you sit with your legs lifted up and hands stretched out next to them as shown below. It is an excellent Asan which helps in boosting our metabolism and burning calories thus helping in losing weight. Holding in this Asan for as long as you can is the key. I try to incorporate it in my everyday Yoga practice as it is so helpful in toning our core and muscle strengthening too. It has various levels of difficulties, to begin with, you can support your legs with your hands.

4. Warrior Pose or Virabhadrasana

This is yet another brilliant Yoga posture when you hold one knee bend forward and the second leg backward giving your upper body a backbend with your hands stretched up in namaskar as shown below. It works wonders in toning your thighs, shoulders, and abdominal muscles getting them rid of loose fats. It also works wonders for your posture. I do it in my daily practice of Yoga mandatorily.

5. Triangle Pose or Trikonasana

Trikonasan is ideal to loose waist and abdominal fat, in it you stretch both your legs and then drop your body each side touching the floor with your hand as depicted below. Hold there for a few seconds and then repeat for the other side. This Asan is also very good for our gut health as it aids in digestion.

6. Cobra Pose or Bhujangasan

Bhujangasan helps us loose upper body and abdominal weight as we lie on our stomach face down and then rise up to stretch as shown below. This stretch is also a very relaxing stretch and works wonders for our spine.

7. Downward facing dog pose or Adho Mukha Svanasana

In this Asan, you have to arch down on all fours like a mountain as shown to give your limbs and stomach a good stretch. Along with helping in losing weight, it also tones our arms, thighs, hamstring, and back and improves our concentration. I do its advanced variations where we can lift each leg backward and sidewards alternatively.

8. Shoulder stand or Sarvangasana

For the beginners, I recommend you do this Asan with the support of a wall to reap its benefits. In it, you lift your entire body up straight above your shoulders, refer the pic below, initially lift your body as much as you can with the help of a wall. It strengthens our muscles as well as aids in boosting our metabolic rate and digestion. Our weight depends upon how good our metabolism is, the better the metabolic rate, the better shall be our tendency to lose weight. It also helps us get better sleep and respiration.

9. Bow Pose or Dhanurasan

This is indeed one of the most effective Asan to get a flat stomach as it stretches and works magnificently in toning the abdominal muscles. In fact, it is so good for our entire body as in it you arch backward to hold your feet as shown below. It is wonderful for our blood circulation too, me, my husband and son do it mandatorily every day.

10. Twisted Chair Pose

This Asan is Yogic Squat with a slightly more intense level as in it you get in the sitting position, bringing both your hands in Namaskar mudra and then turn sidewards looking up as indicated in the picture below. Excellent for weight loss, this is super good for toning our abdominal muscles, lymph system, and digestive system.

Regular practice of the above along with eating fresh healthy food together can aid you achieve the desired weight loss, flat stomach, and a lot of bonus benefits in no time. Fulfil your dreams yourself don’t wait for a genie to do so for you.

If you like what I write, you can grab the copies of my five published ebooks here: The Fragrance of True Love, Destiny's Favorite Child, Dare to Defy The Destiny , Empowered Women Empower Women and To My GrandChild, With Love

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