Healthcare
You must have observed whenever you come out in sudden sunlight from a cool or dark place, you sneezed uncontrollably? A lot of us would say yes! This is known as photic sneeze reflex. It is a condition of sneezing after being exposed to a bright light. It is a quite known genetic quirk which is still not explained by science. Hence, take care.
Cayenne Pepper is popularly known for its various health benefits but its potential to fight chronic diseases yet amazes everyone. A heart attack is a condition which is a result of plaque building up in arteries making it extremely difficult for the blood to flow. Capsaicin is an active compound present in the cayenne pepper which widens the blood vessels by providing heat. It regulates blood circulation and thereby prevents heart failure, sometimes even in a minute.
People do not care how the water goes down the throat to quench their thirst, it just needs to go down somehow. But to our surprise, there is an art of drinking water for healthy living. According to Ayurveda, it is better to drink water while you are sitting and not standing. You must drink slowly and not in bulk in a single breath. Ayurveda advises to drink water only when you are little thirst and avoid ice cold water. You should not consume more after you feel satiated.
Sunburn is a common trend these days but there are several things to be taken care of. For example, it is observed that people with extreme sunburn on their back are fifty-percent more likely to develop a skin cancer known as melanoma which is highly dangerous. This is possible because our back is comparatively less exposed to the sun than other body parts. Thus, when the top wear comes off, the sunblock goes on!
For over 2000 years, a type of grass called sweet wormwood has been used in traditional Chinese medicine effectively. Researchers have now discovered that this grass contains a particular compound called artemisinin which, when compared to traditional chemotherapy drugs, is 1200 times more efficient in killing malignant cells. This compound is already used in the treatment of several insect-borne diseases such as malaria.
According to the Maharashtra Forest Minister Sudhir Mungantiwar, the state is all set to plant 2 crore saplings across the state on 1st of July. Only twenty percent of the state land is covered by forest which is majorly affecting the adverse environment. Furthermore, a mobile application and a website shall be launched to track the plantations, he said. We would request everyone to participate and contribute to the same cause.
There are several issues which make people faint. Older people, particularly aged over 65-years of age usually faint due to low blood pressure levels. Dehydration is another health issue which makes people faint. In this, the amount of fluid in your blood is significantly reduced and blood pressure decreases. Diabetic people urinate frequently which eventually leads to dehydration. Fainting also occurs due to heart diseases which interfere with the brain’s blood supply.
There are several factors which make you eat at night. The first step is to identify those factor, what triggers them and how to control them. Planning your meals and sticking to your routine time can help you get rid of unnecessary hunger pangs. Instead of eating, try some stress relieving or anti-boredom activities. Include protein in most of the meals which will keep you full for longer time. Get rid of all the unhealthy junk food from the house. If the habit is too severe, seek professional help.
Recently a study has found that to avoid the risk of type-2 diabetes, a plant-based diet can be highly beneficial. Diabetics are restricted with various food choices and still need to meet their daily dose of nutrition. A plant-based diet is claimed to provide high fibre, unsaturated fatty acids, antioxidants and micronutrients such as magnesium which together helps to prevent type-2 diabetes.
Oil pulling is a traditional Indian remedy. It has been practiced since ages for maintaining wellness. In this process, oil is swished around the mouth which is believed to help eradicate toxins from the body. This makes you revitalized and healthier. The best time to do oil pulling is before breakfast. If you want to heal effectively, repeat three times a day.