Author: Partha Nandi, MD

Partha Nandi M.D., F.A.C.P. is the creator and host of the internationally syndicated medical lifestyle television show, Ask Dr. Nandi. A practicing physician and a renowned international speaker, his appearances include TEDx, college commencements, numerous charity functions, premier medical meetings such as Digestive Disease Week, and nationally syndicated television programs such as The Katie Couric Show. Dr. Nandi has partnered with the Ministry of Health in multiple countries, including Jamaica and India, and has collaborated with The World Health Organization in multiple areas throughout the globe, Dr. Nandi delivers passionate and inspiring talks to diverse audiences. He continues to travel internationally for conferences and symposia, meeting with global health leaders on his quest to improve health care quality, access, and to empower people across the world β€œTo Be Your Own Health Hero.” DrNandi@AskDrNandi.com
Study Finds A Link Between Male Marijuana Use and Miscarriages
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Study Finds A Link Between Male Marijuana Use and Miscarriages

Marijuana has been a hotly contested topic lately. And we’re beginning to see side effects from more and more states legalizing marijuana for recreational use. One study focused on how frequent marijuana use may be causing unexpected health consequences for pregnancy. And, surprisingly, it’s men’s reproductive health that may be at issue. How Does A…

Your Washing Machine May Be A Breeding Ground For ‘Superbug’ Bacteria
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Your Washing Machine May Be A Breeding Ground For ‘Superbug’ Bacteria

Concern for washing machine safety rises following an investigation of a consumer-grade washing machine at a hospital in Germany where pathogens from the machine were found on the clothing of newborn babies. Luckily, all 13 newborns escaped the incident without infection. The drug-resistant pathogen in question is called Klebsiella oxytoca. How Was Gut Bacteria Found…

Daylight Saving Time Affects Your Sleep and Overall Health
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Daylight Saving Time Affects Your Sleep and Overall Health

Do We Really Gain An Extra Hour of Sleep? While a bonus sleep hour may sound enticing, for many people it’s an unattainable fantasy. Your body is used to your particular sleep cycle and won’t automatically understand the clocks have been set back one hour. Though it may seem like a small nudge, the one-hour…

Are There Long-Term Benefits of Delaying Kindergarten?
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Are There Long-Term Benefits of Delaying Kindergarten?

Does β€˜Redshirting’ Really Help Kids Excel? A Personal Note: Many of my patients and friends make the decision to slightly delay their child’s entry into kindergarten. Many believe their child needs the extra time to grow and mature before beginning the rigors of formal education. Β β€œRedshirting” – a name once reserved for college athletes delaying…