Chronic kidney disease affects around 700 million people worldwide. Muscle wasting results in physical inactivity which increases the risk of cardiovascular disease -- the main cause of death in these patients.
World Kidney Day aims to raise awareness about kidney's importance to overall health and to reduce the frequency and impact of kidney disease and its associated health issues worldwide. Today, about 26 percent of people are suffering from kidney damage occuring due to poor lifestyle and food. However, there are certain Ayurvedic remedies that can prove beneficial in keeping the kidney healthy and prevent damage.
From a gender wise perspective, men are healthier in comparison to women. From an age wise perspective, the younger generation is unhealthier in comparison to the older generation.
There is an estimated 30 percent increase in 'weight-gain' linked kidney ailments since the start of Covid-19 induced lockdown last year.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition that prevents the ovaries from functioning properly.
Researchers have found that wearing a face mask during vigorous exercise appears to be safe for healthy people. This suggests that masks could be worn safely to reduce Covid-19 transmission between people visiting an indoor gym.
Triple-layered masks, even those made of cloth and N95 masks were found to successfully prevent atomisation, and therefore offered the best protection.
While we gear up and celebrate the women of today, let's strive for healthier and more insightful choices this Women's Day by taking care of our mental and physical health first. After all, it's all that the inner boss lady demands - Good Health & Good Vibes!
Depression is biological in nature and often needs medication. Loneliness, on the other hand, is the feeling of not 'being connected' and lack of affection in current relationships. Loneliness is an important indicator of social well being and feeling isolated.
Choosing the right oil should be the foremost step as Covid-19 is an inflammatory disease and we should, therefore, focus more on anti-inflammatory diets and the right cooking oil, top health experts have said.
Giving birth to a baby can be extremely challenging for the mother's body, and yoga can help with both the elasticity and endurance power of expecting mothers, in turn increases the chances of a normal delivery.
The new study published in the journal Psychopharmacology noted that research into the role of frustration and substance use disorders is sparse, but a number of studies suggest that persons with substance use disorders have lower frustration tolerance.
Researchers have reported that a series of biomarkers, or biological signals, associated with white blood cell activation and obesity can predict severe outcomes in Covid-19 patients.
Everyone above 60 years of age and those over 45 years with comorbidities will be able to get the COVID-19 vaccine, revealed Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar. What is the cost? How to register for vaccination? Know everything about the second phase of vaccination here.
If depression is making it more difficult for some unemployed people to land a job, one type of therapy may help, research suggests.
Pudina (mint) is one of the oldest culinary herbs known to humans. It has remarkable medicinal properties and is a rich source of polyphenols. It has carminative and antispasmodic properties.
Bullying has prevailed in educational institutions, not because it is okay, but simply because it is ignored and considered as a normal occurrence. As an outcome of bullying, the children who are victimized become fearful of social stigma and physical/mental harm. Here are some of the effects they are likely to suffer from persistent bullying.
Researchers have identified early risk factors that predicted heightened anxiety in young adults during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Pulses or dals are considered as the protein powerhouse as they are packed with essentials vitamins and minerals
Paid maternity leave has major mental and physical health benefits for mothers and children, including reduced rates of postpartum depression and infant mortality, a new study suggests.
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