Diseases
It’s not a surprise that Mumbai is the most happening city of the country. According to a study, Mumbaikars consume unhealthy food and are leading a sedentary lifestyle but they are very much happy. This was a pan-India based survey which found that 4 people out of 10 in the city are having high cholesterol issues, which is a big risk for heart disease yet it is the happiest place compared to other big cities. It is believed that survey is an effective way to make people health conscious.
It is in almost everything and is nearly impossible this one tiny ingredient which could easily ruin your hard fitness efforts. Sugar is very easy to overeat. It causes additional cravings. It increases insulin resistance and feeds the bad gut bacteria. Sugar when consumed in excess, makes you acidic. Limit yourself to sugary foods or include alkaline foods too in your diet. Consult your GP in you are much concerned.
As high doses are required of oral antibiotics to get to the ear, common side effects like diarrhea, oral thrush and rashes are observed. For a common childhood ear infection, a single dose of this bioengineered gel which is developed by US researchers may deliver a full-fledged antibiotic therapy. Some of the common ear conditions include ear pain, fever and even hearing loss. However, only some of them cases require antibiotic treatment.
It is not a hidden fact that having meals at the wrong time of the day have negative impacts on learning, cognitive brain functions and memory. No wonder night shift workers gain 10-15 kgs every year. According to the studies, hunger pangs in the late evening lead to a tendency of eating heavy meals at night and this tendency could add the rise of obesity. Hence, it suggested that every individual should have fixed meal schedule according to the routine.
A study has found that the memory of CVD such as a heart attack is stored in the genes through epigenetic changes which are chemical modifications of DNA responsible for turning our genes on/off. Our body gives signals by activating certain genes during a heart attack. This mechanism eventually restores the body back to normal after a heart attack. Thus, it is likely that epigenetic changes are associated with a heart attack.
The kids have become more social than ever with more and events and parties coming up which eventually increases their consumption of sweets and sugary products. Sugar, in excess, is bad for children’s teeth, concentration, metabolism, energy and fitness growth. So how should parents tackle this and regulate sweets for their sweet? Try teaching and not just telling, prepare them and dn’t expect, savour it do not sweeten, pack but never attack! Click on ‘reference’ below to know in details.
Most of you fellow readers would not agree to this after reading the title itself but, if the doctors are to be believed, Q-Tip should not be used for cleaning your ear. It is said that it causes you more harm than it does well. According to the doctors, Q-Tip is not cleaning your ear and instead pushes the wax further inside the ear canal. This can be a really dangerous issue if done on a regular basis.
Drumstick tree or the leafy Moringa is popularly known as poor man’s crop and rich man’s food. It has been termed as a bio-fortified crop which occurs naturally and is well-suited to India’s climatic conditions. Moringa as a food is an effective tool to fight nutritional deficiency in the wake of climate change. When we talk about nutrient-enriched farm produces such as oranges, minor millets, sweet potatoes, amla etc. Moringa is also included in the list which plays a significant role in fighting against micronutrient deficiency in climate changing scenario.
Fish is a rich source of protein, micronutrients, healthy fats and is considered as one of the healthiest foods you can eat. But the flip side is, larger and long-lived fish also come with a high level of mercury which is toxic. High levels of mercury is known to affect the neurological function and heart health of humans. There are various ways listed on how to eat fish safely which lower the risk of health issues. However, the health benefits outweigh the negative impact on consuming fish.
Once the food is dropped on the floor, it does not matter how quickly you pick it up, it is not safe and healthy for your consumption at all. This contradicts the widespread notion of picking up the food and eating within a 5-second window. Researchers carried experiments on various types of surfaces have concluded that moisture, contact time, and type of surface, all add to cross-contamination and in some cases, even within a second. They have warned that bacteria contaminates instantly.