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Due to air pollution, sedentary lifestyle, and unhygienic conditions, immunodeficiency has raised an alarming situation. According to the experts, at present, there is no authentic data to conclude this but it is no hidden fact that many numbers of urban kids are falling prey to common diseases every month. To check on this disease, India has been suggested to be careful and emphasize on newborn screening.

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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.

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It can negatively impact the development in children if over the time they are getting less creative in their play. A study has warned, children who spend more than 15 minutes a day are less creative than those who solve puzzles or read books. Researchers have said that watching television for shorter span does not impact the creativity of the child. This new research is of extreme relevance to the producers’ of children’s television.

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Nowadays, the flavorings and sugar added to the variety of yogurts are slowly pushing them into the junk food category. Hence, when you are buying one, make sure you read the nutrition and ingredients list on the label. Always go for a sugar-free yogurt. The difference between greek yogurt and dairy-free yogurt is that the former comes with more proteins and fewer carbs whereas the latter has lesser fat and no lactose. Organic yogurt is not necessary the best buy as it may be rich in few nutrients but low in many others.

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There is a misconception about calling it as office butt and here is the truth about it. While there are serious health concerns weight gain, blood pressure etc of working an all-day sitting job, experts say there is also a risk of deflating your butt. There is a new report which claims that your desk job is ruining all your squats, exercises and can get you a pancake butt. Hence, it is suggested to keep moving.

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The academy of nutrition and dietetics provides the following advice for preventing cross-contamination of food while grilling it. Firstly, it goes without saying that the grill should be clean and free of any leftovers. Do not use the same plate for raw food and the grilled food, wash it first or use a different one. Same goes for grilling utensils. Lastly, never use marinade that contained raw meat for basting cooked meat. Happy Cooking!

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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.

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Post-workout meal is as much important as a pre-workout meal as getting proper nutrition after the workout can help in rebuilding muscle proteins and glycogen stores and boost new muscle growth. The Post-workout meal should include carbs and protein in 3:1 ratio to enhance glycogen storage and muscle protein synthesis. It should be consumed at least 45-min after the workout. It is essential to consume water and electrolytes too, to regain what body lost during the workout.

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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.

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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.

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