Some foods are considerably healthier than others from a nutritional point of view, and healthcare professionals and nutritionists consider certain foods to be extra beneficial, a case in point being black pepper.
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Adopt yoga for these health benefits
An over 4000-year-old practice, Yog or Yoga, is not only a catalyst in our journey to fitness but also benefits our mind and inner wellness. A great mode of relaxation, meditation is an integral part of Yoga, too.
Make sure your little one's very first bite is safe
The child is growing in size and needs more calories as other activities like learning to turn, crawl, standing with support, walking, running / vocabulary/ teething/ learning to eat by himself/ grasp are happening now.
Keeping your lungs healthy
In cases of acute respiratory diseases, as the pneumonia progresses, more of the air sacs fill up with fluid, leaking from the blood vessels in the lungs. This eventually results in severe shortness of breath that may lead to acute respiratory problems.
Poor sleep quality may increase risk for heart disease
To isolate the effect of sleep quality on heart health, the study controlled for age, ethnicity, gender, body mass index, sleep disorders, blood pressure and high-risk behaviours such as smoking.
The right time to consume fruit
An apple a day does keep the doctor away, don't take our word for it, try it. A fruit is a delicious way to deal with some ailments. Is your skin breaking out? Eat more fruit. Dealing with poor digestion? Snack on some bananas.
Yet another improvement thanks to lockdown, your resting heart rate
According to the fitness tracking brand, two important trends that could be contributing to the decline in resting heart rate for Fitbit users from January to April are an increase in sleep duration and decrease in bedtime variability.
Home barista: The fourth wave of coffee culture
From the beginning of global trade to our cozy coffee houses, a cup of coffee has never just been only a 'cup of coffee'. The history behind that one-cup of humble brew is as rich as the beverage itself.
Mango-walnut delicacies for summer
With summer upon us, it is time to whip up delicious recipes using the season's favorite fruit, mangoes. While we love it best plain and sliced, and in smoothies and traditional chutneys, the flavourful fruit can add that extra punch to a lot of other recipes.
Summer treats to help control High Blood Pressure
Summer is here and it's about time we make changes in our kitchen according to the hot and humid season. With a majority of us currently staying at home amid COVID-19 pandemic, staying on top of our health is a priority more so than usual.
Stay hydrated even while being indoors this summer
Remember: consuming more than 500 ml water at one time in the morning does not go into the hydration status. Hence it is important to drink throughout the day.
'Smokers, diabetics, hypertensives can suffer strokes due to Covid-19'
The novel Coronavirus that has been mutating rapidly appears to cause sudden strokes in people, who are heavy smokers, diabetic and suffering from hypertension, doctors suggested on Saturday.
Taking care of eye glasses must during COVID-19 pandemic
When putting your glasses on or taking them off, it is almost impossible to do so without touching your face. Make sure your hands are clean before doing so by washing them with soap and water.
5 Dangers of Smoking while Pregnant
Remember, there is no such thing as a safe amount of smoking. Every puff of a cigarette releases harmful chemicals that effect both the baby and the mother. Smoking anytime during the pregnancy is harmful.
India's food trends for a post-COVID-19 era
Based on a recent consumer survey by restaurant tech platform, Dineout, Indian diners are now ranking safety assurances and premier hygiene as top factors when it comes to choosing a restaurant to dine in.
Laundry in times of COVID-19
While most of us are doing our bit by staying in and working from home to avoid physical contact, however for the occasional trips to get essential items and groceries one must adhere to various precautions.
Know your hand sanitiser
This has triggered an unprecedented spike in the sale - and demand - for hand sanitizers in the market. A demand that may be difficult for the existing manufacturers to meet, especially given the ongoing lockdown.