Health Tips

Symptoms of COPD

You might not notice any symptoms of COPD until it advances. Here are the symptoms to watch out for. If you notice any of these symptoms consult a doc...

Know your triggers

There are 40 different types of seizures that affect epilepsy patients. Here are some common behaviours and factors that may trigger an epileptic seiz...

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While 60% of people in urban India consult a doctor after suffering a seizure, only 10% in rural India would do so. Epilepsy is treatable, spread awar...

Fight diabetes with Cinnamon

Cinnamon regulates blood sugar making it beneficial for people with Type 2 Diabetes. Just adding small amounts of Cinnamon to your daily diet may offe...

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The first stage of treatment of diabetes is its detection! Only regular blood tests including Glycated hemoglobin or HB1AC, random blood sugar test or...

Say NO to silver coated sweets

Watch out for silver-coated sweets this festive season. They may be adulterated with traces of aluminum that can harm your brain and bone health. Cons...

Benefits of Oranges

Vitamin-C in oranges and a variety of citrus fruits play a very important role in iron absorption and healing of wounds. They are also enriched with p...

How much caffeine is safe during pregnancy?

When it comes to caffeine, moderation is the key. However, it is best to limit your caffeine intake during pregnancy as it dehydrates your body. Speak...

Dangers of a magnesium deficiency

A magnesium deficiency may have some serious effects if you don’t identify and treat it early. Weakness and loss of appetite are some early symptoms. ...

Prevent dry & itchy skin

Certain dishwashing soaps are very strong and may lead to an allergic reaction on your skin. Get yourself a sturdy pair of thick dish gloves so that y...

Are you making this everyday mistake?

Many people have a habit of vigorously touching their ear canal, especially after a bath. The delicate thin skin in the ear canal can be severely dama...

Benefits of Walnuts

Omega-3 fatty acids present in walnuts are important for the development and function of the central nervous system. Regular consumption of walnuts he...

Benefits of Black chickpeas

Black chickpeas or kala chana due to its high iron content helps control hair fall and boosts your haemoglobin production. It is highly beneficial to ...

Feeling tired & low in energy?

Constantly feeling fatigued despite getting adequate night sleep is a clue your body is fighting off chronic inflammation. Chronic inflammation plays ...

Avoid eating breakfast before exercise

Getting in a workout before you eat breakfast may affect your insulin levels and help you stay healthier. Exercising before breakfast helps you burn m...

Drink more water

As mental processes tend to slow down with age, it becomes crucial for seniors to stay hydrated. Cognitive function is enhanced when the brain cells r...

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Having a diet high in fruits and vegetables, fish, nuts and seeds may help reduce vision loss due to macular degeneration in old age. Include these fo...

Stay away from alcohol

Drinking too much alcohol either regularly, or ‘one-off’ overconsumption can increase your risk of stroke. Globally excessive alcohol consumption is l...

Stay active!

It is essential to exercise at moderate intensity at least five days a week. A majority of stroke attacks a year are linked to physical inactivity, re...

Eat-healthy

Over half of strokes worldwide are linked to poor diet. Making good food choices will help maintain a healthy weight, reduce your blood pressure, and ...