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.

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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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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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If you are feeling sleepy or taking long snoozes during the day, it could lead to an increase in bad cholesterol, hypertension, an increase in blood sugar levels and obesity. Such manifestations are collectively known as the metabolic disorder which increases the danger of coronary illness. Thus, daytime tiredness, sleeping for more than 2 hours may prove to be unhealthy. However, sleeping for less than 30 minutes is healthy.

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Unlike other items, some food items should not be stored in a fridge as soon as you shop them home. For example, tomatoes will not ripen if stored in a fridge and will lose flavour. Storing Potatoes in the fridge will turn their starch into sugar and spoil their texture and become sweet and faded when cooked. Ripe bananas can be stored in the fridge but if they are put in while they are green and hard, they would not ripen. Onions and Garlic should also be stored in a dry place and not in a refrigerator.

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Many parents today are unaware of the risks associated with snoring in children. Researchers found out that poor concentration level poor learning abilities are the ill-effects of frequent snoring and breathing problems in children. Persistent snoring ruins the quality of sleep and leads to daytime tiredness, difficulties in learning and concentration, wetting of bed and delay in growth. Enlarged tonsils or adenoids are the most common reason for snoring which can be cured or reduced with surgery. However, the researchers added that periodic snoring in children is not that harmful.

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One must be able to maintain a complementary balance between personal and professional life. The first tip would be, instead of having a meal at your desk, eat a healthy meal with your co-worker which benefits your professional life and your sense of being a part of the community simultaneously. The second tip is to put an equal amount of focus into a task that matches its requirement and accomplish it when you check your to-do list. The third step is to identify the gaps in your schedule and fill them with productive micro-goals. Take regular short breaks to maintain your mental energy.

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According to a new study, walking around or doing dishes, or doing any sort of movement and coming out of your sedentary routine reduces mortality risk. For studying this, ultra-sensitive activity trackers called accelerometers were worn by subjects, for seven days. It was found that the least active people of all had 5 times greater chances of dying than people who were most active. Adding even 10 minutes a day of small physical activity can make a difference.Regular exercise of 30 minutes a day produced better results.

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Lima beans may possibly help men live longer if the research of an agency on male fruit flies proves right. According to their research, an oral dose of prunetin which is usually found in Lima beans, if given to the male fruit flies, it extends their lifespan, increases fitness levels and also helps to improve their glucose balance. This was not applicable to female flies. As females live longer when compared to their male counterparts, apparently prune tin feminises the male flies via its estrogenicity. Thus, they have concluded that it can ensure a longer life to Men.

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All diabetes affected people and all those innocent lives who have been compromising on consuming rice will be glad to know that there is way out of it. the researchers of Chhattisgarh have been able to identify a high yielding variety of white rice which is proven to be very low on Glycemic Index [GI]. GI measures how much the food affects the blood sugar levels. According to the TOI, it is not only for the people who are suffering from diabetes or for those who are at the risk of the disease, it is also good to be included in the regular diet by average consumers.

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The latest campaign for McVitie's as 'healthier marie' is to make the brand a crucial part of a buyer’s regular consumed product. The campaign ignites a homemakers' zeal to implement a healthy lifestyle and the wish to look for food and beverages that are healthier for them and their family. It increases the brand attraction by addressing it as a healthier option for regular consumption.

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Incorporate Green vegetables in your diet as they are packed with nutrients and are good for blood vessels, Beans to stabilize blood sugar and curb food cravings, Onions to boost cardiovascular and immune systems, Mushrooms that is highly beneficial for the prevention of breast cancer and Berries being rich in nutrient can lower the risk of diabetes, heart disease and cancers.

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Is your stomach growing constantly? This could be a case of a bloated stomach. Don't worry, It can be treated easily with some lifestyle changes. Experts say that chewing food slowly and a little amount of physical activity works well for reducing a bloated stomach. Other changes include keeping a check on the salt intake, eating wisely, avoiding carbonated drinks and chewing gums and drinking water regularly.

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If you are one of the billion who took 'reducing stress' as this year's resolution, the first thing you should be doing is to turn off the e-mail app on your phone, as per recent research. E-mail can simultaneously be a great communication tool and a source of frustration and stress, the findings showed. In a survey of around 2,000 people, London-based Future Work Centre found that people who automatically receive e-mail on their devices are more likely to report higher levels of e-mail pressure. The study also pointed out that checking e-mail earlier in the morning or later at night is associated with higher levels of email pressure.

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A healthy heart is essential for a healthy lifestyle. The American Heart Association after a survey presented seven basic measures that can help people improve their heart health. These include managing blood pressure, maintaining cholesterol levels, reducing blood sugar, increasing physical activity, eating better, losing weight and stopping smoking.

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There are a lot of food items that you stock up in your kitchen that are supposedly healthy. You think these food items are healthy because you have been told so. Certain food items have been perceived to be healthy for many years, but they are not. These include granola bars, low-fat peanut butter, whole grain bread, skimmed milk and diet coke.

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Medicine consider alcohol to be beneficial for a number of health ailments, but that does not make alcohol completely healthy. Alcohol consumption and its effect on health have been studied since the 1900s. Although moderate alcohol consumption has shown to be beneficial for cardiovascular ailments, cancer, and diabetes, it has a lot of health hazards when consumed in excess. Researchers recommend no alcohol consumption for pregnant woman and people suffering from specific diseases.

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Evenings is the time when hunger is at its peak and self-control is the weakest. Researchers find it difficult to identify as psychological or physiological. Eating unhealthy snacks at this time is a dietary mess. Urban Indians post work reach out for unhealthy snacks between6 and 8 pm. These snacks include samosas, namkeen, chips, etc. Experts say that replacing the unhealthy snacks with healthier alternatives will not only be good for the waist and the gut, but will also prevent various degenerative diseases.

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We try a variety of things like yoga, gym and even dancing to lose weight and look slim. Even after trying hard losing weight seems difficult for a lot of people. There are several factors that one needs to look at before complaining about not losing weight. The top five factors include eating large portions, turning to food for comfort, drinking less water, numerous excuses for changing lifestyle and lastly, lack of self-confidence.

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Recent studies have linked many cancer-related deaths to bad lifestyle choices which include smoking, drinking, unhealthy diet and lack of exercise. Studies also showed that almost 90% of people who ignored their health continued bad lifestyle choices fueled a cancerous growth within the system though the exact reason of the cancer could not be found. Current research shows the best way to prevent cancer is to exercise regularly and have a healthy balanced diet that boosts immunity.

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