Health Tips

Support your loved ones

These are difficult times especially for those suffering from a mental health disorder. Do you know a family member or a friend suffering from depress...

Feeling hungry all the time?

Lack of sufficient rest increases your levels of ghrelin - a hormone that makes you want to eat. Tiredness also decreases your levels of leptin - a ho...

Benefits of Amla

Amla also called Indian gooseberry is rich in antioxidants that reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes and cancer. It is also rich in Vitamin C wh...

Does eating at night cause weight gain?

It is not when you eat but what you eat and how much you eat that matters. Late-night eaters tend to snack on unhealthy things like desserts, chips, a...

Feeling lazy this winter?

Don't sacrifice your exercise routine in winter. Going for a walk, jog, or run or exercising indoors helps build your muscles, burn calories, and also...

How common is cervical cancer in India?

Though preventable, cervical cancer is the second most common cause of cancer mortality in India, accounting for nearly one-fourth of the world's cerv...

Take a digital detox

Working with gadgets all day long and staring at screens for various personal and professional commitments can be exhausting. Take small breaks every ...

Know your numbers

Take charge of your health and that of your family members too. Keep a track of your blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, body mass index (BMI), ...

Focus on maintaining a healthy weight

Weight management is extremely important as it can protect you from several health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart diseases. Do...

Benefits of dried apricots

Jardalu or dried apricots are rich in soluble fibre that is known to reduce total cholesterol levels in the blood by reducing the reabsorption of bile...

Get adequate sleep

Sleeping is vital for your health and relaxes your body, lowers your stress levels, boosts your cognitive health, and improves your concentration skil...

Focus on self care

Taking some time out for yourself is more important now than ever before. Take a break from your busy schedule to unwind and relax. Set some time asid...

Health benefits of green garlic

Fresh green garlic - a winter specialty that contains allicin, a sulphur compound that helps boost your immunity and ward off seasonal infections. Gre...

Prioritize dental hygiene

Maintaining good oral hygiene is often neglected by many. Brushing and flossing your teeth regularly can help prevent oral conditions like gum disease...

Correct your posture

Whether it is work from home, e-learning, watching your favourite show or walking, your posture matters. An incorrect sitting or standing posture puts...

Set an exercise routine

Beat your sedentary lifestyle by starting a workout routine like jogging, practicing yoga, brisk walking, or playing a sport like badminton or tennis....

Boost your immunity with Basil

Basil is an antibiotic, germicidal, fungicidal and disinfectant agent which can protect us from viral, bacterial and fungal infections. It helps fight...

Benefits of Flaxseeds

The fibre content in flaxseeds bind to bile salts and are then excreted by the body. To replenish these bile salts, cholesterol is pulled from your bl...

Did you know?

There are no definitive studies that prove that drinking red wine is good for your heart. Stay away from all forms of alcohol. Excessive intake of alc...

Health benefits of baby corn

Baby corn is rich in fibre which keeps the digestive tract healthy. It helps maintain healthy bowels and avoids constipation. It is also a rich source...