A team of researchers, including one of the Indian origin, have observed that longer sitting hours can lead to an increase in the risk of heart attack. They found an increase in the deposits of calcium in the heart’s arteries which leads to heart attack. Reducing one or two sitting hours daily can have a positive impact on cardiovascular health. Many individuals who have a desk job, it is suggested to take frequent breaks.

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According to a South Korean study, consuming black raspberries on a regular basis can help you to boost levels of circulating cells of progenitor which act as a healing agent for damaged arteries and also helps to reduce the stiffness of arteries. Arterial stiffness is a key indicator of cardiovascular diseases. The study was conducted for over 12 weeks to observe a significant health improvement.

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Superbugs are resistant bacteria which are found in food produced by animals due to overuse of antibiotics. When they are passed on to humans, they can lead to serious illness. Antibiotics are drugs used in animal agriculture to treat bacterial infections and promote growth. They are passed on to humans through contaminated food products which can even lead to death. The chances of such products reaching your are rare due to strict government legislation. However, choosing food products labelled “organic” are safer.

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The Heat Wave, with significant temperature rise, is intensely claiming more than 100 lives in India. IMD has also predicted that 2016 will be worse than 2015, hottest ever recorded. It could lead to various health impacts such as heat cramps, dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Hence, it is recommended to take a number of precautions such as avoid travelling in sun, go out wearing glasses and chappals, eat small meals and drink water frequently, avoid protein food, take cool showers and keep your room cool using shades and much more. Reference   ..

Did you know that there are certain foods which interfere with the iron absorption process? Tea and coffee contain polyphenols which inhibit iron absorption and hence should only be consumed between meals and not along with any food. Cocoa is responsible for inhibiting iron absorption by nearly 70%. Proteins from soybean or soy products contain an acid called phytate which interferes with the process of iron absorption. Calcium rich foods and other dairy products are also known to cause the same to some extent.

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Research has shown that banana stem can be consumed to prevent kidney stones and also for weight loss. Botanically, it is flower stalk and not a stem. It grows so thick that it supports the entire banana plant. Removing the outer layers, the product forms an edible and fibrous food item having a mild taste and crisp texture. It contains fiber in abundance which helps treat constipation and ulcer in the long run. It also contains Vitamin B6 and Potassium.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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If you cut on sleep, you will not only make your days drowsy but also affect your cholesterol metabolism i.e. good cholesterol which affects the blood vessels in your body. Studies show that one week of insufficient sleep leads to a weaker immune system and metabolism. Statistics show that most of the people suffering from sleep loss had fewer high-density HDL lipoproteins which are good cholesterols compared to those who get enough sleep.

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According to a research seniors who push to staff to work beyond capacity may actually harm the health of the staff over time. The vulnerable employees who show up for work ignoring their sick health and illness because of their pushy boss are actually ruining their healthy life. A new study, however, suggests that transformational leaders who encourage the group to put in extra effort may exacerbate sickness leaves as high presenteeism will lead to slower recovery from the sickness.

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Flushing the toilet with the lid up is not wise and is significantly unhealthy. Water vapor that erupts out of the flushing toilet is polluted by faecal bacteria such as E.coli which are harmful to your health. Additionally, it takes a couple of hours for these particles to settle down somewhere. That means if you have placed your toothbrush near your toilet, there are chances that you brush your teeth with what is in the toilet. So the next time you poop make sure you close the lid before flushing!

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There are seriously many extensions of the popular statement “An Apple a Day keeps the Doctor Away”, but this one is really cooler. A Recent study has stated that if you sniff a green apple, you might instantly get rid of a migraine headache. The pleasant and beautiful odour of an apple helps to release tension and calm the nerves of your brain. This ultimately eases the pain and gives you peaceful relief.

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It has become a cool trend for men to have a good dense moustache but they do not know whether it is healthy or unhealthy. If you have a moustache and an allergy, there are chances that the allergy will stick with you for a longer time. Research shows that men who are frequently affected by allergies should get rid of the mush. Experts believe that the moustache contains all the pollen or dust that promote the allergy.

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Most of the time, we do not listen to the bits of advice of our parents which are towards adopting good habits. Even if we do listen, we definitely don’t follow. Similarly, when some elder would have asked you to wash your hands after touching the money, you must have laughed! Health experts have recently stated that currency notes contain a lot of germs and bacteria that affect the digestive system of the body which leads to intestinal complications like diarrhoea. Hence, you must wash your hands well.

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Recently Health experts have found out that soap is far safer option to clean off the germs from the hand as compared to a hand-wash. It has been stated all those anti-bacterial washes which are highly expensive may have the ability to encourage superbugs. These superbugs are dangerous for the body. Simplistically, hand-wash still retains the germs on hands having the ability to make bacteria resistant to common antibiotics.

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