"Can too much sugar cause diabetes?" "Isn't high blood pressure normal when you get old?" "Can staring spread sore eyes?" "Do I need antibiotics every time I have yellow phlegm?" "Is headiness the cause of my frequent sore throats and styes?" "Is the rain causing my joint pains and headaches?" "Butter the Burn...Coffee powder on the Cut...Metal spoon for the 'fitting' epileptic.....do they actually work?" All this, and much more, will be covered in this handy health book, packed with useful facts that will help debunk common fallacies and misconceptions about your health! In addition, each chapter ends with practical self-care tips and advice on when and why you may need to see a doctor in each of the situations. (BONUS: the doctor shares her personal tips for keeping well and advises how you can maximize your short consultation time with your doctor!) This book will equip you with the right information to let you take charge of your health!
"In her gentle ways, she sought to correct the misconceptions (on health) and provide tips for patient self care. Dr. Bina Kurup's book will go a long way to empower each of us to look after our health better."
Associate Prof. Goh Lee Gan, Professorial Fellow (Division of Family Medicine, NUHS)
