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Placing too much control in divine hands may lessen efforts to seek treatment or take preventive measures such as quitting smoking or following a healthy diet, according to a new study. Men and women who said they believed in divine healing were more likely to let God decide how to solve their health problems. People who were more likely to place responsibility for their health care in divine hands reported worse health outcomes. In the lifetime journey of faith, research suggests, there is a time to take charge of your health, and a time to let go.
Here is why jumping rope is one of the best workout exercises. As the jumping rope is aerobic in nature, it definitely is good for your heart. It is believed that your coordination skills tend to improve once you rope regularly. Several studies have shown that jumping boosts your brain power and enhances bone density. Since jumping challenges the lungs of your body, it can help you increase your breathing capacity.
The Coco de Mer palm tree is the one which gives us the earth’s largest fruit that weighs 42kg and the seeds of which weigh about 17kg. This fruit, the sea coconut, is known to require around six/seven years to culminate and additional two years to pullulate. A fully grown fruit has a diameter of about 50cm and carries the largest seeds in the kingdom of plants.
It is said and believed that dogs should be kept away from their favorite treat as it might be killing them to a certain extent. Various vet doctors have revealed they have seen several dogs coming for the surgery commonly because of blockage and damage caused by the tiny particles of bone. They said that the bone is dangerous for their body, especially the cooked one as it is liable to splinter. Even raw bone can be potentially harmful.
Doctors have researched and have found a new cat-borne bacterial disease known as cat scratch fever. Apparently, this disease has some very serious complications. You can be affected by this by kissing cats or by touching their fur and then with the same hands, touching your face. This disease, Cat-scratch can be prevented if the population which is at risk and the pattern of the disease is identified.
You may be having Oral Allergy Syndrome if you feel itchy and tingling sensations on your lips after you eat peaches. People who are diagnosed with OAS find their mouths and throats to be itchy after they consume certain raw fruits and vegetables. However, the reactions of OAS are pretty mild. In Oral Allergy Syndrome, the pollen-like proteins which are present in those raw foods lead to a mouth specific reaction.
According to the experts, consumption of fitness supplements is enough to make men impotent. A recent survey has reported that about sixty to seventy percent of the health supplements that are sold in the market are non-registered and fake. Supplements consisting of anabolic steroids have been known to decrease fertility in men which lead to impotency. Moreover, supplements can also lead to severe heart diseases.
Not all the fruits are equally healthy. Some of them are really unique with respect to their health benefits. Following are the healthiest fruits in order of their nutritional and functional benefits. Grapefruit, Pineapple, Avocado, Blueberries, Apple, Pomegranate, Mango, Strawberries, Cranberries, Lemons, Durian, Watermelon, Blackberries, Oranges, Bananas, Red & Purple Grapes, Guava, Papaya and Cherries.
Some experts claim that it is a fact that there is actually no physiological need for breakfast. It does not boost metabolism and it is not very special compared to other meals. There is a phenomenon is known as the thermic effect of food which means digesting a meal slightly raises metabolism. However, frequent meals may increase the risk of colon cancer and skipping meals has quite a lot health benefits to offer. Hence, eat if you are hungry and don’t you are not but eat healthily.
Do you ever wish you had a better memory? It’s time to hack your mind. Here are few tips to help learn faster and train your mind. Like an old adage physically write down things to improve your memory. Other tips are to act like you are teaching for learning easily, eat smart foods, take breaks in between, tell a story about the things you want to remember or simply use an app to keep a track of your activities.
There is no shortage of weight loss tips, although some are downright harmful and totally useless. The most common weight loss misconception is to be happy, you need to weigh less. Another common misconception is about fat-free foods and sugar. Such misconceptions are creating serious problems especially for the body shamed teenage girls.Stop following these tips before they sabotage your health.
You probably should take a hint from the fact that a food poisoning expert has sworn himself off from these foods. Firstly raw oysters as they contain microbial growth that attacks your system. Unwashed vegetables as they have higher chances of contamination. They have also sworn not to eat raw sprouts and raw meat. Moreover, uncooked eggs are also harmful to the body along with unpasteurized milk and juices.
Around 98% of Indians are not provided with basic life-saving techniques of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) at the time of sudden cardiac arrest, a study released on World Heart Day revealed. The study also revealed that about 6% of the population of our capital knew about CPR. Basically, CPR is performed in the state of emergency when our heart stops bleeding. It helps to save the brain from a permanent damage.
A study conducted by WHO which was recently made public said that in 2012, air pollution in India could have killed at least 6 lakh people. India ranks second in the world with regards to the absolute number of deaths due to air pollution. It comes just after China which has already witnessed 8 lakhs deaths due to the same. The report also noted that 80% of the people living in urban areas are exposed to dangerous air quality levels which exceed the limits stated by World Health Organisation.
If you think you precisely know what does “healthy” food stand for, the FDA would really want to hear from you. The current definition of “healthy” as per the FDA is described as “an implied nutrient content claim” which suggests that the food is consistent with the current dietary recommendations, particularly for cholesterol and fat. The problem with this definition is, it leaves a wide open space for interpretation of this term, as we have seen similar cases in the case of term “natural”. FDA is inclined to modify the definition of the term “healthy” food.
If you are experiencing any of these signs, it is recommended that you consult a physician. Bloating is the most common symptom of gluten intolerance which involves your belly feeling swollen after you eat. People who are gluten intolerant frequently experience constipation or diarrhea. Another most common symptom observed is the abdominal pain and they are usually more prone to migraines and depression. Several cases of joint and muscle pain have also been reported in gluten intolerant people.
An International study on a wide range of health indicators has been released on Thursday. It has ranked India 143rd among the 188 countries, citing a number of challenges, including mortality rates, hygiene, malaria and air pollution. For under-five mortality, India scored 39 points while for Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR), it scored 28 points. On that note, we need to get our health and hygiene in control.
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.
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.
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.