Nikhil Kapoor, BS Pharm

Lives In

Los Angeles, CA

Education

M.B.A, Oklahoma State University

Expertise

Pharmacy, Analytics, Data Science

Nikhil Kapoor is a contributing writer for food-med.com. He has a B.S. in Pharmacy from India and an MBA from Oklahoma State in USA, with vast experience in the health and food industry.

Education

Oklahoma State University – Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing Analytics

Jawaharlal Nehru Technology University – Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm), Pharmacy

11 Mar

Can Reishi Mushrooms Improve Liver Health?

The liver is one of the major organs in our body. It is responsible for many functions including digestion, detoxification, blood production, and storage of vitamins and minerals. The liver is also involved in the synthesis of bile, cholesterol, hormones, and vitamin D. In addition, the liver helps in regulating sugar levels in the blood.[...]

09 Feb

Supplements

Ashwagandha Benefits and Side Effects

Ashwagandha which is profoundly known as the winter cherry or Indian Ginseng is a medicinal plant that is greatly used in Ayurveda. Its scientific name is “Withania somnifera” and it belongs to the kingdom of Plantae. It is also taken in the form of a dietary supplement in many countries due to its many benefits.[...]

30 Oct

Supplements

Health Benefits of Amla (Indian Gooseberry)?

Amla is an important medicinal plant that has been used in various ailments for centuries. Amla health benefits and its various healing properties can be found in every ancient scripture. And in the modern world, the Amla which is also known as Indian Gooseberry has found its place to nurture, boost immunity and heal. It[...]

15 Oct

Preventive

Weight Loss: 7 Foods To Help You Lose Weight

Commonly Asked Questions By Most People Looking To Lose Weight What should I eat for weight loss? Which foods are good for weight loss? This article talks about foods to help you lose weight and below is our summary on what foods are good for weight loss: Eggs Good For Weight Loss Dark Chocolate Is[...]

15 Oct

Supplements

Reishi Mushrooms For Depression? Helpful Or Not?

About 280 million people worldwide have been diagnosed with depression so far.1 Isn’t it disappointing? But we shouldn’t lose hope yet. Since it is 2022, we have the advent of advanced science on our side with various research into novel treatment options. With that said, this article will give you a complete guide to handling[...]

13 Oct

Preventive

7 Foods That Help With Sinus Infection

Sinus infection is a common household symptom almost every one faces. Sinus infection causes severe pain in your forehead or between the eyes, a swollen face and stuffy nose. Here are some foods that help with sinus infection. What Is Good For Sinus Infection? Pineapple is a great decongestant Grape fruit is powerful natural antibiotic Cantaloupe[...]

13 Oct

Diabetes, Preventive

Top Foods To Avoid For Diabetes

More often than not, most people think of food as calories, energy, and nourishment. However, recent evidence suggests that food also plays a critical role in sustaining our health and directs the way our body functions right down to the cellular level. Avoiding certain types of foods is as important as having them. Here is[...]

07 Oct

Hypertension, Preventive

How Reishi Mushroom Fights High Blood Pressure

Lately, the use of natural remedies —especially mushrooms— in medicine has spread like wildfire. Despite the need for more evidence to prove their long-term safety and effectiveness, integrating medicinal mushrooms like reishi mushrooms are turning from an alternative into a new potential candidate in treating many diseases like hypertension (having high blood pressure). But what[...]

07 Oct

Supplements

Oily Fish: A ‘Game Changer’ in Fight Against Heart Disease

Summary key points: Heart disease is the number one leading cause of death worldwide Fatty fish is a rich source for omega 3. Omega 3 plays an important role in preventing heart disease and reducing inflammation. Servings of 2 portions a week is the recommended amount of omega 3 in your diet Salmon, Tuna, Mackerel,[...]

07 Oct

Diabetes, Preventive, Supplements

Are Reishi Mushrooms Good For Diabetes?

Advantages and Disadvantages of Reishi Mushrooms: Reishi mushrooms have various health benefits Reishi mushrooms play a role in managing and treating diabetes We can find these mushrooms in various edible forms Contrasting data about the efficacy and safety of Reishi are present in the literature You should never mix Reishi with other medications Pregnant women[...]