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  • Why you should turn vegan this World Vegan Day

    Why you should turn vegan this World Vegan Day

    November 01, 2021 14:42 IST

    World Vegan Day 2021: Veganism as a way of life is the best gift that one can think of. It bodes well for the body and also the environment at large. Be wise, choose the gift of a good, healthy diet this Diwali because caring for humans, animals and the planet should inspire you to turn Vegan.

  • COVID19

    Fully vaccinated? You can still COVID19 spread virus at home

    October 29, 2021 23:56 IST

    "Vaccination reduces the risk of delta variant infection and accelerates viral clearance. Nonetheless, fully vaccinated individuals with breakthrough infections have peak viral load similar to unvaccinated cases and can efficiently transmit infection in household settings, including to fully vaccinated contacts," says a study.

  • 4 ways psoriasis can worsen if not managed well

    4 ways psoriasis can worsen if not managed well

    October 27, 2021 21:43 IST

    Psoriasis occurs when one's immune system is overactive and attacks healthy skin tissue, causing inflammation and speeding up skin cell growth. As a result, the skin becomes itchy, painful and scaly, with inflamed red plaques (patches) or silvery scales.

  • Dengue fever: Precautions, early symptoms, treatment

    Dengue fever: Precautions, early symptoms, and recovery from severe dengue

    October 27, 2021 10:41 IST

    Prevention of occurrence and spread of dengue needs a more holistic approach from both the individual and society as a whole. There are several ongoing studies that are closing in on an effective dengue vaccine but until then prevention is the best measure that can be taken.

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    Safe and clean drinking water a priority for young mothers

    October 26, 2021 18:16 IST

    There are several parameters that help determine the safety of drinking water. This includes the clarity (turbidity), amount of dissolved solids (TDS), chlorine, and other elements. The amount of mineral content in the drinking water is also an indicator of quality. It is important that your drinking water contains all these elements within safe and permissible limits.

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    Right food can help beat depression, say nutritionists

    October 26, 2021 14:11 IST

    Nutritionists say eating the right food will also help people overcome depression. A Lancet report recently indicated that more and more people are suffering from depression related problems due to the after-effects of Covid-19 pandemic.

  • Is pregnancy related low back pain sciatica?

    Is pregnancy related low back pain sciatica?

    October 26, 2021 9:42 IST

    Sciatica is also known as lumbo-sacral radicular syndrome defined as a radiating pain along the course of the sciatic nerve. The pain travels from the lower back, buttocks, posterior of the thigh, leg and the foot. It can be a deep, dull pain or a shooting, sharp pain. Sciatic pain can range from mild to severe. It often resolves with treatment.  

  • Inverse relationship of good metabolism and weight management

    Explained: Inverse relationship of good metabolism and weight management

    October 22, 2021 15:53 IST

    In order to manage your weight well, it is extremely important to imbibe habits that boost your metabolism. A fast metabolism process also ensures protection from chronic illnesses and long-term ailments; it promotes good gut health and boosts immunity.

  • Why is listening to your gut important?

    Why is listening to your gut important?

    October 21, 2021 8:22 IST

    In the past, most research on the impact of bacteria in the intestinal environment has focused on gastrointestinal pathogens and the way they cause disease. But in recent times there has been a considerable increase in the study of the positive effects of human microbes on health and wellness.

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    Air pollutants increase risk of stillbirth, premature deaths: Expert

    October 20, 2021 13:49 IST

    Air pollution does not contribute only to respiratory problems, but it also has long-term health effects which include heart disease, lung cancer, brain stroke and many more.

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    Non hormonal methods of contraception

    October 19, 2021 14:45 IST

    Condoms are the most widely used non-hormonal contraception method. Both males and females can use condoms as they come for both genders.  

  • Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 5 steps to self-examine your breasts at home

    Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 5 steps to self-examine your breasts at home

    October 19, 2021 13:45 IST

    Breast Cancer Awareness Month: As self-examination is an important screening tool for women, it even keep the chances of getting them affected by breast cancer minimal. All women should regularly perform breast self-exams as part of their overall breast cancer screening strategy. This is why we have enlisted 5 ways how you can self-examine your breasts to find out if there are lumps or not.

  • Drink a glass of gourd juice on empty stomach everyday

    Drink bottle gourd (lauki) juice on empty stomach everyday. Know its important benefits

    October 18, 2021 16:03 IST

    Along with a high amount of fibre, many other nutrients are found in this delicious vegetable- bottle gourd aka lauki- which helps keep many diseases at bay.  Other than improving heart health, it also helps in weight loss. Know how to make bottle gourd juice and what are its benefits.

  • 3 tips to overcome temporariness

    3 tips to overcome temporariness

    October 18, 2021 10:24 IST

    To find out who we truly are, we need to delve deeper and create something that is uniquely ours. So instead of answering the question about who we are from society's perspective or what traits define us, it is better to answer by showing examples of what makes us the person that we are on our own.  

  • Yoga as a self-care ritual

    Yoga as a self-care ritual

    October 17, 2021 11:00 IST

    We all need an effective solution that helps us overcome mental disturbances and allows us to live peacefully with a healthy mind and body. For any stressed individual, yoga can be a game-changer, especially meditation and physical asanas are magic to overcoming stress immediately.

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    A simple blood test may spot early signs of dementia

    October 13, 2021 12:36 IST

    Through extensive studies in humans, mice and cell cultures, the researchers identified three microRNAs whose levels were associated with mental performance.  

  • Covid19

    Stiffness of arteries could indicate severe Covid19 risk: Study

    October 12, 2021 20:11 IST

    "Our findings suggest that increased aortic stiffening may serve as a predictor of mortality in Covid-19 infection reflecting a cumulative surrogate of ageing and high-risk cardiovascular profile," said Konstantinos Stellos, Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine.

  • Why it's important to take care of your mental health during pregnancy

    Why it's important to take care of your mental health during pregnancy

    October 12, 2021 15:01 IST

    Pregnancy is an extension of one's healthy wellbeing healthy in the head and healthy in the body. Emphasis should be on being healthy physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Let us take a step back and revisit the healthier way of improving mental health which directly affects the pregnancy progress.   

  • World Arthritis Day 2021: Check out effective diet plan. What to eat and not to eat?

    World Arthritis Day 2021: Check out effective diet plan. What to eat and not to eat?

    October 12, 2021 13:29 IST

    According to Swami Ramdev, to get rid of the problem of arthritis, it is necessary that you take special care of your diet. If you do not get rid of arthritis after looking at the early symptoms, it can turn out to be a big problem in the near future. On the occasion of World Arthritis Day, know which things arthritis patients should consume and which they should not. 

  • Irritable bowel syndrome: Symptoms, common myths

    Irritable bowel syndrome: Symptoms, common myths, and 5 helpful Ayurvedic herbs

    October 11, 2021 18:48 IST

    IBS is a long-term disease that you can manage by having a proper diet and following a healthy lifestyle. Eating healthy, regular exercise, and planning a daily routine are highly focusing areas for an IBS patient. There are several myths and misinformation about IBS all over the internet so first, we need to break them.

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