Healthcare
Many problems are faced as you grow older such as loss of vision, taste, and hearing. A new study says the ability to smell the food also decreases as we age. Humans not only pick up aromas of food through their nose but also through their mouth while chewing. Retronasal smell is smelling the food behind the nose when food is chewed. In this process, the volatile molecules are released which then drift through the mouth to the back of the nose where odour gets detected. Unfortunately, this ability also decreases as you age.
Essential oils are concentrated extracts of the plant to retain the pure essence of their source. They are either inhaled or applied to the skin to stimulate your sense of smell and have a lot of medicinal benefits to offer. Lavender, Peppermint, and Sandalwood are among the popular essential oils. Essential oils are not only used for aromatherapy but also by various industries for making cosmetics and preserving food. They are also a powerful mosquito repellent. Essential oils are generally safe, however, they may have some side-effects if applied directly to the skin.
1- Limit your calories as you grow older. 2- Add some nuts to your daily diet. 3- Add turmeric to your diet. 4- Eat plenty of plant foods. 5- Regular exercise of more than 60mins. 6- Put out bad habits like smoking and alcohol. 7- Prioritize whatever makes you happy. 8- Meditate or find ways to reduce stress and anxiety. 9- Nurture close relationships. 10- Be conscientious. 11- Consume moderate amount and Tea and Coffee. 12- Have a proper sleep routine.
A recent study has found out that spanking makes the child more aggressive, anti-social, and leads to mental health problems. The more you spank your child, the more he goes against you. Long-term effects of spanking in children were also observed. These children developed a habit of physical punishment for their own children. This shows how the habit of and attitude towards physical punishment is passed across generations!
Don’t panic if you observe a significant lack of growth in your kid when compared to peers as it a symptom of a condition called Short Stature. A doctor from a New Delhi hospital treated a 9- year old whose height ceased to grow for past 3 years and was successful. It is a common health issue that requires immediate treatment. It usually results from endocrine disorders, skeletal dysplasia, malnutrition, chronic illness or may be familial. Victims often fall prey to bullying and social harassment during their course of life which leads to emotional and mental issues.
Rice water is full of carbohydrates, nutrients, and essential amino acids and people have used it for several health benefits across the globe. Nowadays, we often throw it away unaware of its medicinal properties that aids in various diseases. Rice water is known to prevent dehydration, constipation, Alzheimer’s disease, Viral infection and Cancer. It also helps in treating Diarrhoea. It is a great source of energy and also protects from the sun.
Stiffness index is directly linked to the quality of bones and a recent study claims that endurance running training has a good effect on it. The results of the study confirm that the longer you run the better it is to prevent the progressive decline in mineral density of bone which occurs with age. Training to compete in endurance races helps to modify the mechanism of the calcaneus, a bone in our foot that forms the heel. Hence, keep running.
A Mediterranean diet which is high in veggies, fruits, fish and unrefined foods might lower the risk of stroke and heart attack in people who are already suffering from heart diseases. Research emphasized the point that consuming healthy food was comparatively more important than avoiding unhealthy food such as Western Diet. Research confirmed that eating more Mediterranean food led to fewer heart attacks than eating less of it after studying for 4 years.
A study has recently found that consuming bananas regularly might be very healthy for eyes to keep away blindness or vision-related diseases. They are a good supply of carotenoids which are the compounds responsible for turning the fruits and veggies orange, yellow or red and then get converted into Vitamin A. They are extremely good for eye health. Bananas are anyway a superfood for children because of their sweetness, portion size, texture, availability, and cost.
The fat stored in the body is affected by our exposure to chemicals which are found in everyday products like soap, plastics or nail polish, according to a new study. The plastic receives its bendy stretch from a chemical called Phthalates. These chemicals are harmful to the health if they enter the body. It may lead to several diseases including obesity. Obesity is a big concern in humans today and of course, genetic components contribute to the development of obesity.