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Dr. Chandrakant Pandav is a well known AIIMS doctor. He is a former professor and Head of Centre for Community Medicine(CCM), AIIMS. He was awarded by Padma Shri in 2021 for Iodine Deficiency Disorders like Goiter. In the latest Interview with FMD India in ISGH, Dr. Chandrakant Pandav given hidden facts about Iodine and Millets importance. The relationship between millets and iodine is primarily indirect. Millets, as cereal crops, do not typically contain high levels of iodine.   Millet contains goitrogens.These compounds inhibit the thyroid gland's ability to use iodine. Iodine is required for the production of thyroid hormones, which are responsible for metabolic regulation and growth. In areas where people are already deficient in iodine, a millet-rich diet may contribute to goiter, which is an enlargement of the thyroid gland. Precautions we can take: Cooking can help: Soaking or fermenting millets before cooking can help to reduce their goitrogenicity. Variety is key: Inclu...

Dr. Neerja Hajela is the Head of Science and Regulatory Affairs for Yakult Danone India Pvt Ltd. She is a member of the Gut Microbiota and Probiotic Science Foundation of India. She is also a member on the Governing Council of ILSI-India Knowledge Center for Functional Foods, Gut Health, and Immunity (IKFHI). In the latest interview with  First Medical Diagnostics , Dr. Neerja Hajela given a lot of knowledge about the connection between the Gut and the Brain .  What is the link between the Gut and the Brain? The connection between the gut and the brain is known as the gut-brain axis. This connection is made up of bidirectional communication pathways that connect the central nervous system (CNS), which includes the brain and spinal cord, to the enteric nervous system (ENS), which is a complex network of neurons in the gastrointestinal tract. The components of this Connection are: The vagus nerve transmits signals in both directions, allowing the brain to affect gut function an...

Ms. Ishi Khosla is a practicing clinical nutritionist, columnist, author, entrepreneur, researcher, and welfare worker. She is the founder of the Celiac Society of India, which organizes numerous healthcare exhibitions and seminars. The most recent event she organized was the International Symposium on Gut Health and Lifestyle Disorders on January 20, 2024, at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi. In the latest interview with  First Medical Diagnostics , Ishi ma'am has given important knowledge regarding Millets .  Importance / Benefits of Millets: Millets are a high-protein, fiber-rich food with numerous vitamins and minerals. They are a complex carbohydrate, which means they release energy gradually and keep you feeling fuller for longer. Millets are also rich in antioxidants, which can help protect your cells from damage. Millets contain prebiotics, which are fibers that feed the beneficial bacteria in your gut. This can benefit your digestion and overall gut health. Mill...