Everyone is concerned about older parents and their health. A recent study has come up with one more thing you can do for their health which is let them create a special bond with pets and take them for walking. This helps in lowei their BMI (body mass index) and also lesser doctor visits. Additional perks of letting them go for a walk is it increases their social circle which also proves healthy.

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You are at a risk of developing tooth decay if they are very sensitive to hot/cold foods and if not treated at the right time, it can lead to severe issues. To avoid these problems, you must control your regular habits such as consuming sugary drinks, chewing vitamin pills, biting nails, using toothpicks, drinking alcohol and taking painkillers. Brush teeth slowly and steadily and visit dentist if there are cavities.

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It is said that for a child to grow, equal effort is required by both the parents. But a recent study has shown that children who are brought up by single mothers are equally well-adjusted and healthy. The study showed that there was no substantial difference between children brought up in both the scenarios. It is important to receive proper nutritional and health care to ensure a healthy growth of the child.

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It might come as a surprise to a lot of you but sweat is odourless! The process of sweating is natural which helps in regulating the body’s internal temperature. As the sweat evaporates from the surface of your skin, it helps to cool the body by removing the excess heat. The bacteria on the hair and the skin metabolise the proteins and fatty acids present in the sweat which produces an unpleasant scent. Hence, the fact remains, the sweat is odourless.

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A traditional South American drink, Yerba Mate, having the strength of coffee, health benefits of tea and providing the joy of chocolate is gaining worldwide popularity. It is a powerhouse of antioxidants containing beneficial plant nutrients. It also contains good amount of caffeine which increases energy level and boosts mental focus. It may protect against infections and boost the immune system. It aids in weight loss and may improve physical performance.

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Are you a junk foodie and looking for ways to stop the cravings and reduce appetite? A new research has suggested that a powdered food supplement can be of great help in reducing the craving of junk food, based on the molecule produced by bacteria in our gut. The results have earlier shown that the compound produced signals the brain to reduce appetite.

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According to a study, it requires a constant effort and patience to keep a secret. Keeping a secret is actually quite bad for your health as it increases your stress. The stress hormone levels of the people holding secrets are bound to go up. It is also observed that when people release any secrets, their health improves notably. However, this depends on how deep and serious the secret is.

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The discovery of this amazing rainforest berry containing powerful anti-cancer properties has given a new hope to the world. It might even turn out as a permanent cure for cancer. The rainforest plant is called Brushwood tree, seeds of which grow exclusively in north Queensland. The seeds contain an extremely high amount of cancer-fighting properties. It is said that cancer gets destroyed within minutes just after consuming them.

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Most people adopt a healthier or a specific food diet with a hope to reduce their belly fat or size of waistlines. But recently scientists have come up with a super diet which reportedly will be able to transform your health permanently. This diet is called “Fasting Mimicking Diet” (FMD). It is strictly made up of a variety of essential nutrients in a precise ratio. It is said that following this only for five days will change everything. Go give it a try!

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Vitamin D is highly responsible for strength and athletic performance of your body. A new research has claimed that athletes with higher Vitamin D levels were able to perform 77% better than those with lower D levels. Vitamin D enables the muscle cells in our body to efficiently release calcium during the muscle contraction process leading to powerful contractions. This means you lift heavier, jump higher and sprint faster.

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“Om” has gained mythological importance in Hindus, Health and Art of Living. It has several benefits such as it aids in digestion, improves blood circulation thereby maintaining a healthy heart, relieves tension, helps with insomnia, increases the capacity of lungs, helps to attain peace of mind, etc. The vibrations it produces are beneficial in strengthening our spinal cords. It is also extremely beneficial for thyroid patients.

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Love is divine, love is eternal. There is no beat to the feeling of being truly loved. Even science has agreed to certain factors regarding such feelings humans go through. A research team has observed that people who are involved in high-quality relationships have a better health both, mental and physical. Factors taken into consideration for drawing such conclusions were partner hospitality, satisfaction, support, questions about criticism, affection, kindness and commitment.

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Lack of concentration can largely affect your performance level for a particular task or activity which further leads to discouragement, anxiety or depression. It can interfere with your personal life as well. Things that affect your concentration levels are excess use of social media, hunger, and depression which cause disinterest in a certain form and make you lazy and dull to perform. Avoid such things and do things which boost productivity.

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A lot of environmental factors also have a positive as well as negative impact on hormones. Hence, if you want to consider overall perfect health, try avoiding certain everyday things as much as possible. These things include plastic, GMO foods, exposure to light, make-up, meat-based foods, stress, drinking coffee in excess, travelling and poor sleep. One thing you must do regularly is exercise for some time during the morning. This will help maintain the hormonal health.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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