Dr Prerna Bardhan

08/06/2026

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Did you know that many people have prediabetes without realizing it?

Prediabetes often has no symptoms, but identifying it early can help prevent or delay the development of Type 2 Diabetes.

💡 Test your Health IQ this week!

Can you identify the fasting blood sugar range that falls into the prediabetes category?

👇 Drop your answer in the comments!

✔️ Answer will be revealed tomorrow.

05/06/2026

⏱️ – Week 3

In the middle of our busy lives, we rarely pause.
We move fast. We think fast.
But we forget to breathe properly.

🫁 This week’s challenge:
Take 10 slow deep breaths in 1 minute.

👉 Why is this important?
Stress, screen time, and daily pressures can make our breathing shallow and rapid. This affects oxygen supply, increases heart rate, and keeps the body in a constant state of tension.

👉 What does deep breathing do?
• Calms the mind
• Reduces stress
• Improves oxygen flow
• Helps you feel more relaxed and focused

👉 How often should you do it?
Try this 2–3 times daily—especially when you feel stressed, tired, or overwhelmed.

👉 How to make it a habit?
• Practice before starting your day
• Do it during breaks at work
• Use it whenever you feel anxious or tired

Sometimes, the simplest thing—like breathing—can make the biggest difference.

✅ Done your 1-minute breathing challenge?
Comment “DONE 🫁”
👇 Tag someone who needs to slow down and breathe.

03/06/2026

01/06/2026

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Let’s test your Health IQ this week! 💡
Heart attacks don’t always present the same way — and early warning signs are often missed or ignored.
Recognizing these symptoms in time can make a life-saving difference.

❓ Can you identify the possible warning signs?
👇 Drop your answer in the comments!

✔️ Answer will be revealed tomorrow

31/05/2026

🚭 World No To***co Day | 31st May 2026

To***co doesn’t just harm—it slowly steals your health.
Every puff exposes your body to thousands of harmful chemicals, increasing the risk of:
Heart disease
Stroke
Lung cancer
Chronic respiratory illness

And it’s not just smokers—second-hand smoke harms your family too.

💡 The truth is simple:
There is no safe level of to***co use.

But here’s the good news—
It’s never too late to quit.
Within weeks of stopping: ✔ Lung function improves
✔ Blood circulation gets better
✔ Risk of serious diseases starts reducing

***coDay

31/05/2026

Episode 1

One question clearly stood out—
“My sugar is normal now… can I stop my diabetes medication?”

It sounds logical. It feels right.
But this is where many people go wrong.

Normal sugar levels usually mean your diabetes is under control because of your treatment—not that it has disappeared. The medication, diet, and lifestyle changes are working together to keep those numbers in range.

When treatment is stopped abruptly, sugar levels can rise again—often quietly, without immediate warning signs.
Good reports are a result of consistency, not a signal to stop it.

Diabetes management is about long-term control, not short-term correction.Control it well, and you stay ahead. Ignore it, and it catches up—silently.

Always consult your doctor before making any changes.

29/05/2026

⏱️ – Week 2
Most of us spend hours sitting—at work, on our phones, or watching screens. Over time, this lack of movement can affect our circulation, energy levels, and overall health.
So this week, we focus on something simple—but powerful.

🚶 This week’s challenge:
Walk continuously for 1 minute—right now.

👉 Why is this important?
Prolonged sitting can slow down blood circulation, cause muscle stiffness, and lead to fatigue. Even short bursts of movement help “activate” your body, improve blood flow, and refresh your mind.

👉 How often should you do it?
Don’t stop at just once. Try to repeat this every 1–2 hours, especially if you sit for long periods.

👉 How can you make it a habit?
• Stand up and walk during phone calls
• Set small reminders or alarms
• Take short movement breaks between tasks
• Pair it with routine activities (like after meals or meetings)
The goal is not just to complete a challenge—but to build a habit that supports your long-term health.
Small movement. Done consistently. Big difference.

✅ Done your 1-minute walk?
Comment “DONE 🚶”

👇 Tag someone who sits too much!

27/05/2026

Low energy isn’t always normal.
🩸 Check for anaemia.

26/05/2026

I’ve been sharing myths vs facts related to diseases for some time now.

Now I want to change it up.

Instead of me choosing the topics, tell me something you’ve heard and always wondered about.
Something people say confidently— but you’re not sure if it’s medically correct ; Related to diseases or medicines—
something widely accepted, yet possibly not medically accurate.

Drop it in the comments 👇
I’ll break it down for you with science.

The next Myth Buster post on Sunday will be based on what most of you want to know about.

25/05/2026

This World Thyroid Day (25 May 2026), the focus is on the powerful connection between thyroid health and nutrition.
The thyroid gland depends on key nutrients to function properly.

Even small imbalances in diet can influence how your thyroid works.

What matters?
✔️ Adequate iodine intake (not excess, not deficiency)
✔️ Selenium for hormone metabolism
✔️ Iron for proper thyroid function
✔️ Balanced, consistent nutrition—not extreme diets

At the same time, relying on random supplements or “thyroid diets” without guidance can do more harm than good.

The truth is simple: There is no magic food—but the right nutrition supports the right function.