Healthcare
Experts offer tips to allergy-proof your home. For starters, wash your bedsheets once in a week with hot water and dry them. This helps in reducing symptoms of allergy. Secondly, cover mattresses and pillowcases with a tightly woven fabric that is dust proof. A right air-conditioner helps to cut humidity in the house which ultimately helps in maintaining healthy air. Keeping your house clean of dust can hold off allergens. Moreover, make sure your house is well ventilated, with exhaust fans in bathroom and the kitchen.
Tanning is the most common issue we face in a country like India during the summer season and taking care of it is a huge task. There are various home remedies available to help you maintain a healthy skin and fair skin tone. The best one is the face pack of Cucumber, lemon juice and rose water which work as bleaching agents. Face pack of Papaya and Honey, face pack of Tomato, lemon juice, and yogurt, face pack of milk powder, honey and almond oil etc. also work effectively to soften and improve your skin tone. For best results, of course, use it regularly.
When your body is acidic, it means that the acid levels in your body are very high which usually reside in bodily fluids like blood and urine. Your body will stay healthy if those levels are brought back to normal by increasing alkalinity. If you don’t, it may lead to several health issues. The signs of high acid levels in your body are if your bones become fragile or skin becomes pale, you have insomnia, body pains, teeth problems or if you just feel tired all the time. Common advice is to consume healthy beverages like green tea and others with less caffeine content.
There are many natural ingredients available to fight depression and Cashew Nuts is one of them which can be consumed regularly to help boost the mood and reduce milder forms of depressions to a great extent. They have the same effect as a popular anti-depressant drug. Being rich in nutrients such as proteins, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids, they also help the body to produce a hormone Serotonin effectively. Cashews are even rich in magnesium which strengthens bones and balances out moods. However, an overdose should be avoided.
Do you doze off at work? Have you been feeling sluggish and tired all the time? Lifestyle factors like consumption of alcohol and caffeine, poor sleep and nutrition are few main reasons for tiredness and fatigue. There are various foods which are known to fight fatigue and boost the energy. Pumpkin seeds and walnuts are rich in proteins, vitamins, omega-3 fatty acids and can fight symptoms of fatigue. Oatmeal and yoghurt are also good energy boosters. Watermelon is the best fruit in terms of water content and instant energy.
The military diet claims to help you lose about 4kg in just a week and is a very popular diet as it does not ask you to buy any additional supplement or food. It is a low-calorie weight loss diet. The first three days of this diet gives you a set meal plan, while the other 4 days have fewer restrictions but still encourage you to consume only healthy food and fewer calories. The military diet is mostly safe for healthy people, however, it should be followed for an extended time period as it only gives temporary benefits and makes you gain weight again faster.
As compared to men, the risk of getting affected by certain diseases is much higher in women as they grow older. Nutrition is anyways important throughout the life. However, it is important for women to maintain a healthy weight and a BMI of 25. To help them maintain the overall health and strengthen the immune system, a nutritionist has advised consuming more fruits and veggies, higher intake of calcium, and staples. It is also recommended to consume more food from animals like eggs, nuts, seeds, cheese and milk, or have a balanced diet.
With respect to World Health Day on April 7th, there has been an outrage of spreading awareness about Diabetes, innovating and developing treatments as the theme of WHO for this year is Beating Diabetes. According to WHO diabetes kills more than 2 lakhs Indians every year. It is said that Indians have more fat in their pancreas and liver which affects metabolism. It is seen that diabetes is now affecting people even in their young age. With high alert and concern, the researchers of India will try to come up with a modified set of treatment protocols for treating millions of Indians, silently becoming diabetics.
Overweight and obesity are leading causes of Diabetes, and both of them include too much snacking. Here are some healthy snacks which fit your weight loss diet. Mixed Nuts, Red Pepper, Yoghurt and Mixed Berries, Apple slices with Peanut Butter, Cottage cheese with Flaxseeds and Cinnamon, Celery sticks with Cream Cheese, Kale Chips, Almonds, Cucumber slices with Hummus, Cherry tomatoes and Mozzarella, Chia seeds Pudding, Whey protein shake, Canned Salmon, Edamame, Dried Unsweetened Coconut, Olives, Spicy Avocado and Sun-dried tomatoes. Leftovers from last night can also help you to a good extent.
Almond oil, like coconut oil, is widely used as carrier oil or base oil by various hair oil manufacturing companies. Pure almond oil is really good for the hair and skin as it is a rich source of Vitamins E and A. It nourishes the dry and lifeless skin completely. It works effectively for the treatment of dandruff and hair damage. It also helps to keep a check on inflammation, scalp infections, and to treat skin infections like eczema and psoriasis. Moreover, it also lightens the skin and removes tan thereby giving it a refreshing glow.