HALE stands for Health And Love for Everyone

 Sunday 18th June 2023 at 19:51 WhatsApp

Introducing Hale Fermented Products: A Refreshing Twist on Natural Beverages

Ludhiana: 18th June 2023: (Karthika Singh//Health and Fitness Desk):: 

Hale Fermented Products, a ground breaking venture aimed at transforming our beverage choices from carbonated drinks to natural fermented alternatives. HALE stands for Health And Love for Everyone. The show showcased its grand range of fermented drinks and salads in the presence of esteemed industrialists, educationalists, medical professionals, and experts from various fields. This momentous event marked the beginning of a journey towards healthier and more sustainable drinking habits, spearheaded by seventeen-year-old entrepreneur Today marks a milestone in the world of healthy beverage choices as entrepreneur K.D. Dhruvin proudly reveals Hale Fermented Products, a revolutionary brand aimed at transforming our drinking habits from carbonated sodas to wholesome, natural fermented drinks. 

The function was graced by influential figures who recognize the importance of promoting wellness and conscious consumption in our society. Among the notable attendees were prominent industrialists, renowned educationalists, esteemed gastroenterologists, nephrologists, orthopedicians, dieticians, pediatricians, and urologists. Their presence underscored the significance of Hale Fermented Products in revolutionizing the beverage industry and the positive impact it can have on our overall well-being.

Recognizing the detrimental effects of carbonated beverages on our health and the environment, Dhruvin embarked on a mission to provide an alternative that would not only satisfy our taste buds but also nourish our bodies. After extensive research, experimentation, and unwavering determination, Dhruvin along with his mom Dr Ruchika Bansal has succeeded in creating a range of delicious, natural fermented drinks that are set to revolutionize the beverage industry.

The presence of medical professionals from various specialties at the inauguration emphasized the health advantages of Hale Fermented Products. Gastroenterologists highlighted the positive impact on digestive health, while nephrologists and urologists acknowledged the potential benefits for kidney function. Orthopedicians emphasized the role of proper nutrition in maintaining strong bones and joints, and dieticians highlighted the advantages of low-sugar, nutrient-rich options. Pediatricians expressed enthusiasm for introducing healthier alternatives to young consumers, promoting lifelong wellness habits.

Hale Fermented Products is on a mission to promote wellness, sustainability, and conscious consumption. The beverages offered by the brand are meticulously crafted using traditional fermentation techniques and the finest ingredients. By harnessing the power of fermentation, Hale Fermented Products unlock a multitude of health benefits, including improved gut health, increased nutrient absorption, and a boost to the immune system.

With options ranging from tangy fermented drinks and invigorating Kanjis to delightful probiotic salads, there is something for every palate. The brand has also taken great care to ensure that their drinks are accessible to all, with options catering to different dietary preferences such as vegan, gluten-free, and low-sugar.

Mentioning about Hale Fermented Products, Dhruvin stated, I am deeply honored to have such distinguished personalities here today, who share my commitment to promoting healthier choices. With Hale, we strive to provide refreshing, natural fermented drinks that not only tantalize the taste buds but also enhance our physical health and protect the environment. Together, we can bring about a paradigm shift in our drinking habits and inspire a generation to make conscious, sustainable choices.I believe it is time for a positive shift in our beverage choices. 

With Hale, we can enjoy refreshing drinks that not only taste great but also benefit our bodies and the planet. I am excited to introduce a healthier, more sustainable option that can become a part of our daily lives.

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One-day live workshop on Advanced GI endoscopy

Friday 3rd December 2021 at 03:53 PM

Technician Training program was also special

Ludhiana: 3rd Decxember 2021: (Kartika Singh//Health and Fitness Screen)::

Health related activties rising in Ludhiana. A workshop on Advanced Gi Endoscopy had taken place today. With increament in work from home culture during covid pandemic, large number of bodily diseases have risen. Uneven work-life balance is getting on nervs. Still, many doctors & medical institutes are working continuously for the health benefit of society, Many training programs and workshops have started. AGI is also contributing towards health welfare goals through their programs.  

Advanced Gastroenterology Institute (AGI)-The GASTROCITI, Ludhiana conducted a one-day live workshop on Advanced GI endoscopy and Technician Training program.

This workshop was attended by eminent practising Gastroenterologists from all across Punjab, Himachal  Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Different opinions were also shared. Speakers of AGI were explaining every detail very efficiently and answering queries very quietly. 

The event AGI-LIVE 2021 included live demonstration of advanced GI endoscopy procedures and video talks cum panel discussions on techniques and controversies in basic and advanced new procedures. Live sessions included cases of POEM for Achalasia Cardia, Spyglass cholangioscopy for large complex CBD stone, EUS-guided drainage of pseudocyst using new innovation of Lumen apposing metal stent (HOT AXIOS), EUS guided variceal coil embolization for large bleeding gastric varices and EUS guided tissue acquisition from lymph nodes and pancreas. The highlight of the event was performance of a new technique for the first time in Punjab called Endobiliary RFA  (RADIOFREQUENCY ABLATION) for a bile duct tumor. In short, this unique workshop ensured comprehensive illustration of advanced and novel endoscopic techniques to  the GI fraternity across the region and was widely appreciated by all. 

Advanced Endoscopy Workshop Conducted at AGI

CMC Heart Surgery Team finds

Heart diseases equally affects people in rural areas

Dr Bedi interacting with the father of a child with heart disease at camp 

Heart disease is the leading cause of death and disability in India.  People across all regions, both urban and rural are equally prone to heart problems. Earlier this disease was majorly seen among people in urban areas due to their sedentary lifestyles, changed food habits, lack of physical exercise and increased level of stress. But today, even in the rural areas people tend to imitate the lifestyle and culture of urban cities and follow the same pattern. So, this causes people to suffer from various lifestyle diseases leading to heart diseases often. Recently the Cardiac Surgery Dept of the Christian Medical College &Hospital , Ludhiana organized  free health checkup camps  at Village Isru in Khanna and in Samrala.  Under this camp, 500  people from different age groups were examined , in which 215 were found to be having heart problems. Among those  24 were children below 15 years of age and 38 were adults below  40 plus years of age.

All patients were examined by super specialists , investigated , counseled and given free therapy . DrHarinder Singh Bedi – Head of Cardio Vascular & Thoracic Suregry of CMC & H - stressed that it was a holistic approach to therapy as they laid a great stress on prevention. Trained dietitians and a full time Yoga Acahrya were part of the team which had 6 doctors, 14 nurses and 12 paramedical staff from CMC.

Dr. Bedi says, “The statistics shows a rise in the number of heart patients in rural areas, which is very alarming. It is a matter of concern as this is the highest rise we have observed in a rural area. Change in the lifestyle patterns of people in rural areas have been observed in the recent years, which ultimately leads to increase in various diseases like diabetes, hypertension, high blood pressure and heart problems. At the CMC &H  I see more of patients with heart diseases needing surgery from rural areas today. The numbers have consequently increased. In order to bring this under control, it is the need of the hour to take preventive measures and educate people by creating awareness.”

Dr Abraham G Thomas – Director of CMC & H- said that the CMC was committed to a positive health of the people of this region and outreach camps were an integral part of the ethos of CMC.         --(Shalu Arora and Rector Kathuria)  CMC Heart Surgery Team finds

*Dr.H S Bedi may be contacted at: 9814060480

Dr.Dinesh Badyal gets award

 Tue, Dec 18, 2012 at 1:08 PM
Received M. L. Gupta Prize in Medical Education

Ludhiana, 18th December, 2012 (Shalu Arora and Rector Kathuria):Dr. Dinesh Badyal, Professor & Head, Department of Pharmacology, Christian Medical College, Ludhiana  received M. L. Gupta Prize in Medical Education and Technology for recognition of substantial contribution to Medical Education and Technology with special reference to Physiology/ Pharmacology or Allied Sciences in India by Association of Physiologists and Pharmacologists of India (APPI) for the year 2012. Mr. Shahid Manzoor, Honorable Minister of State, Government of UP presented him the award and certificate in inaugural session of the Annual Conference of Physiologists & Pharmacologists of India (APPICON 2012) held in Subharti Medical College, Meerut on 18 December, 2012. He delivered his oration on “Medical education in India: Effectiveness and relevance of faulty development programs in India”

He told that medical teachers used to teach as they were taught by their seniors and there have not been formal training programs for medical teachers. Even in other arts science teachers get formal training for teaching skills. So, there is need to train doctors to be teachers, one of their basic responsibilities in medical colleges. Dr. Badyal has been very actively working the area of medical education for more than 12 years. He is program co-director of CMCL-FAIMER regional institute, Ludhiana. This is one the 6 regional institutes of FAIMER (Foundation for Advancement in Medical Education and Research), Philadelphia, is a non-profit organization of ECFMG (Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates), USA. This centre provides fellowships in medical education. He is co-convener of Medical Council of India (MCI) Regional centre for Faculty Development, CMC, Ludhiana. MCI has created 15 regional institutes to train doctors working in medical colleges in teaching skill and technologies. Their centre has trained medical teachers form 20 affiliated medical colleges. These training programs for doctors in medical colleges have become very important as the new curriculum for MBBS needs the teachers to be trained in relevant areas. In CMC and other institutes they have trained a number of medical teachers. 

In his oration Dr. Badyal explained the evolution of training programs for medical teaches in India. He added that more and more doctors are being opting to get trained in faculty development as the awareness has increased and regulatory agency is making it criteria for teaching appointments. With accreditation becoming a norm, soon the trained faculty and faculty development program will be much sought after. The whole consortium of trained faculty and feedback from students and faculty is contributing to evolution of medical education in our country. 

Dr. Badyal also received Best Paper award last year in an International conference for his work in medical education. He also trained doctors in use of alternatives and simulations to replace animals in medical education. He is faculty in National and International programs in medical education.                                           Dr.Dinesh Badyal gets award 
Dr.Dinesh Badyal may be contacted at: 9815333776

“Depression: A Global Crisis”

Management and prevention discussed at CMC

Ludhiana, 12th October, 2012: (Shalu Arora and Rector Kathuria) M. Sc. (N) 2nd year students of Mental Health (Psychiatric) Nursing, College of Nursing, Christian Medical College & Hospital, Ludhiana, celebrated World Mental Health Day by putting up poster exhibition in the Medical OPD on the theme  “Depression: A Global Crisis”. The programme started with prayer by Rev. Roger, Fellowship Department. Mrs. Reena Jairus, Associate Professor introduced & welcomed the Chief Guest Dr. Kim Mammen, Associate Director, CMC & Hospital Ludhiana. He addressed the gathering and made them aware of depression. Dr. Kim Mammen, Dr. Kanwal Masih, Medical Supdt., Dr. Sandeep Goyal, HOD psychiatry department were honoured and welcomed with flowers.

Prof. (Mrs.) Triza Jiwan, HOD, Mental Health (Psychiatric) Nursing, unfolded the theme “Depression: A Global Crisis”. In her speech she explained about what is depression, its causes, management and prevention. Dr. Sandeep Goyal delivered a speech regarding depression, its early treatment and management. The occasion was graced by the benign presence of Prof. (Mrs.) Seema Barnabas(Vice Principal), Mr. Amrian Gill (Deputy nursing Superintendent), faculty, supervisors, ward incharges, staff and students. Pamphlets were released and poster exhibition was inaugurated by the Dr. Kanwal Masih (Medical Superintendent). B.sc Nursing 3rd year students enacted a role play which was very educative. A good gathering attended this programme and gained knowledge about depression. Approximately 160 patients with their relatives viewed the posters. Queries were cleared by the M.Sc. Nursing 2nd year students. A good response was observed. Public also urged to put up such type of exhibitions frequently on different disorders.

Eye Care Tips for the Season//Dr Nitin Batra*

'Red Eye' can either be due to allergens

Courtesy Sketch 

Summer season makes its appearance in end March with daytime temperatures exceeding 30 degree Celsius. When things begin to heat up, many suffer from itching, burning, and watering of the eyes especially May onwards.

DR. Nitin Batra

A clear, thin membrane called the conjunctiva covers our eyeball and the inside of our eyelids. If something irritates this covering, our eyes may become red and swollen. Our eyes may itch or even hurt and they may water also. Conjunctivitis, therefore, is the term given to an inflammation of the conjunctiva of the eye.
This 'red eye' can either be due to allergens, called 'allergic conjunctivitis', or due to infections- 'infectious conjunctivitis' which can be viral or bacterial. This can also involve the central transparent structure of the eye ball- the Cornea which may lead to corneal inflammation known as Keratitis. The causative agents can be allergens like pollen, hay particles and animal fur in the surroundings which essentially takes place during the summers. Another common eye problem encountered in this season is Dry Eyes, which is manifested in the form of severe grittiness, irritation, redness and watering of the eyes.
It is advisable not to self medicate with over the counter medications in these conditions as they may lead to severe complications. Maintaining hygiene, staying indoors and routine eye checkups are advisable in this season.

*Dr Nitin Batra is the Prof & Head of the Department
Department of Ophthalmology, Christian Medical College and Hospital
Dr Nitin Batra has done a fellowship in Manual SICS from Venu Eye Institute, New Delhi. His special interests are Community Ophthalmology, Anterior Segment, Research activities and teaching UG students. He has actively been involved with the National Blindness Surveys and SSU Project of the NPCB, Govt. of India, New Delhi, since 2001. He has been a member of the NPCB-WHO Expert Group on Trachoma in IndiaPh: 9988333556