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Long-term diseases, also known as chronic diseases, are classified as non-communicable diseases. They are called non-communicable diseases because they do not spread in the community through disease-causing germs; rather, they result from a combination of genetic, physiological, environmental, and behavioural or…

Food is an essential part of daily living. Our body is just like an engine that needs fuel and refuelling. The food we eat provides energy to carry out everyday tasks such as walking, moving, and doing our daily chores. The…

Long-term diseases, also known as chronic diseases, are classified as non-communicable diseases. They are called non-communicable diseases because they do not spread in the community through disease-causing germs; rather, they result from a combination of genetic, physiological, environmental, and behavioural or…

Infectious diseases are caused by disease-causing germs such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi. They spread very quickly in the community through contacts, contaminated air and water, and are hence known as <<Communicable diseases>>.  The spread of these diseases is due to…

Have you ever thought about how medicines are developed? It’s a long journey that begins in the laboratory. A potential drug is either synthesised in the chemical laboratory or extracted from plant/animal cells. It can also be derived from other biological…

Well-being is the physical and mental fitness of an individual, coupled with emotional stability, that results in friendly social interactions and a sense of compatibility with the surroundings. There are very simple steps that can lead to well-being and happiness. Just…

Dear Readers, Welcome to roots-simplified!! Information overload is overwhelming us, and the information we browse is not retained, so it has little meaningful impact on us. Root-simplified attempts to explain the scientific aspects of health-related issues to the lay public in…