Winter Safety for Older Adults The elderly are at greater risk for weather-related health problems and injuries when temperatures drop, such as hypothermia. Cold weather leads to a lowered body temperature and the body undergoes thermoregulation to adapt to the new climate. You can have a healthy, super-powerful winter by taking a few simple precautions … Read more
Stress and anxiety affect us all from time to time. But did you know that fluffies or hugs can help improve your mental health? Often we say that soft toys are for children. They love these for their snug, warm and cozy feel. This toy works as a good ‘stress ball’ for them. Stress is … Read more
Overview You’ve finally taken your first step towards fulfilling one of your New Year’s resolutions: getting fit and starting to exercise. Every day is a different workout routine – sometimes lifting weights, other days cycling many miles. But when you exercise, you experience a burning sensation that gradually stops when you stop exercising. Have you … Read more
Overview Sodium is a vital mineral that helps your body with several crucial processes. It is naturally present in foods such as vegetables and eggs and is an important part of our daily table salt (sodium chloride). Despite being essential for health, you may occasionally need to restrict salt in your diet depending on your … Read more
Quick and easy tips to make yourself rain proof against diseases during the monsoon season: Have a happy monsoon. Stay safe from monsoon sickness. Indian monsoons usually bring relief from the summer heat, but also bring numerous vector, airborne and waterborne diseases. Every year, with changing seasons, there are different health challenges, and our body … Read more
Overview Electrolytes are chemicals that naturally have negative or positive electrical charges when dissolved in water. They help the body regulate chemical reactions, maintain the balance between fluids inside and outside cells, and more. Electrolytes are also essential for diagnosing various diseases and medical conditions in your body. What are Electrolytes? Electrolytes are chemicals that … Read more
Overview Drinking enough water is essential for the proper functioning of our body cells. But overhydration is a problem. The amount of water one should consume daily cannot be calculated using any specific yardstick. But the generally accepted suggestion is to drink at least eight glasses a day. A person’s environment, exercise routine, general health … Read more
Overview As we age, we notice a number of changes in women’s bodies. Weight gain is one of them, and menopause is a major cause of this. According to several studies, women gain an average of five pounds during menopause. This blog attempts to answer why it happens and how a woman can stay healthy … Read more
Overview The benefits of exercise are known to all of us. Yet it is always neglected in our daily schedule, and we blame it on the lack of time. What if we could sneak fitness into our busy everyday lives? If you think it’s impossible, think again, because you might be wrong. Experts suggest that … Read more
Comorbidity refers to the presence of two or more diseases or conditions at the same time or sequentially. Other comorbid terms include co-occurring conditions, co-existing conditions, or multiple chronic conditions. Comorbidities are non-communicable diseases that are responsible for about two-thirds of all deaths worldwide. This equates to nearly 36 million deaths per year. High blood … Read more