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What is creatine? What is it used for? Is it safe? Has it really been shown to be effective - especially in kids? What are the concerns about using it? Bottom line: Which molecule to use, how much to take, what age is it recommended, will it really help? Should it be taken Concerns - Dehydration / additives / possible liver and kidney damage https://i1.wp.com/offseasonathlete.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Creatine-for-teens-infographic.png?resize=468%2C1170&ssl=1  (Infographic) https://offseasonathlete.com/benefits-of-creatine-for-teen-athletes/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6279854/ https://www.uptodate.com/contents/nutritional-and-non-medication-supplements-permitted-for-performance-enhancement?search=creatine%20supplements&source=search_result&selectedTitle=1~28&usage_type=default&display_rank=1 https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/natural/873.html https://www.arnoldpalmerhospital.com/content-hub/should-i-let-my-teen-use-creatine https://www.cbsnews.com/news

In conversation with Dr Naveen Kini, senior pediatrician from Bengaluru. The what, why, which and how of podcasting for doctors. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

Can i interchange the brands of Coronavirus vaccines in India? Can I take COVAXIN after COVISHIELD? Can I take Sputnik after any of the above vaccines? Why or Why not? Why are the vaccine studies for different vaccines not comparable? #covid #vaccines #sputnik #covaxin #covishield #interchangeability --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

Painless versus painful vaccines, what are the differences, and which vaccine should I take for my child? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

Many people are taking Steam and giving it to their kids as well - is it helpful, can it harm, does it cure COVID. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

I have this unusual situation when people who have covid in the same family are being isolated from each other, does this make any sense and what's the difference between this and Quarantine? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

I had a call from a panicky mother whose toddler had apparently eaten a cockroach, are insects edible, is there any serious harm in eating them, do people eat insects, are they safe, answer to all this and some more fun facts! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

I talked about cervical cancer vaccination in relation to Indian girls and their parents, things like whether there is any relation to menses or fertility, what is the best time to take it, do we still need the PAP smear and many other questions. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

We talk about whether you can take the coronavirus vaccines if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant or breast-feeding a baby, are the safe, are these effective, are these recommended? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

Did your child's vaccination get delayed or missed due to coronavirus pandemic? Is it necessary to get the vaccination done now, is it safe, is it effective what are the possible side effects, all of the sun were answered in today's podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

A general discussion about students, stress and examinations during the times of Coronavirus. For all parents, teachers, students and anyone interested in child's mental health. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

What do we mean by free play or unstructured play what are the benefits of this in kids and why is it important for them to do this whether it is running around the park or playing stapu or playing in emaginary games? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

We discuss the reasons why COVID vaccine makes sense for you and for your loved ones. Also, why do we still need to maintain social distancing, wear masks and use sanitizers even after taking the vaccination, Finally, how can all of this help eradicate COVID? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

What is Pulse Polio day? Why do I need to give this extra dose even when my child has already completed ALL the vaccine doses? Should I go to the centre, or wait for the vaccination people to come to my house? What happens if I miss it? Answer to these questions and more, on this podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

What precautions are needed if you are taking blood thinners and want to take the Coronavirus vaccine? If you are taking Aspirin and clopidogrel low molecular weight heparin and warfarin have a bleeding disorder coma what what do you need to do? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

How did I explain covid vaccine to my 11 year old daughter, listen to this interesting story and tell me if it makes some sense ! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

We discuss a relatively uncommon problem, accidental administration of an expired vaccine or sometimes an expired medicine to your baby. Is this serious, what needs to be done, and should you continue visiting the same pediatrician? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

We discuss what we know about the Coronavirus mutation in UK as of today 22nd December 2020. Whether it is more communicable, whether it is more dangerous, and whether it means that the vaccines or the treatment will not work? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

All you wanted to know about the different vaccines for Covid in India. FAQs coming up in the next podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message

Kids can do the darndest things, and swallowing different objects is one of the things that parents are to be careful about. In this episode we talk about swallowing coins, batteries sharp objects and magnets. What needs to be done in this situation? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gaurav-gupta6/message