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Preventing Hypothyroidism 14 y
Hypothyroidism or low levels of thyroid are a very common condition in the sub-himalayan belt and many people in Delhi have this condition. It is also the most common disease among women and if not treated in time it can lead to severe health problems.
Hypothyroidism or low levels of thyroid are a very common condition in the sub-himalayan belt and many people in Delhi have this condition. It is also the most common disease among women and if not treated in time it can lead to severe health problems.
What is Thyroid?
The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland just below the Adam’s apple (the slight projection at the front of the throat). This gland plays a very important role in controlling the body’s metabolism, that is, how the body functions. It does this by producing thyroid hormones (T4 and T3), chemicals that travel th ... read more How to Set Goals for Weight Loss? 14 y
There are lots of reasons for people who are overweight or obese to lose weight; To be healthier; To look better; To feel better; To have more energy. No matter what the reason, successful weight loss and healthy weight management depends on sensible goals and expectations
There are lots of reasons for people who are overweight or obese to lose weight; To be healthier; To look better; To feel better; To have more energy. No matter what the reason, successful weight loss and healthy weight management depends on sensible goals and expectations. If you set sensible goals for yourself, chances are you’ll be more likely to meet them and have a better chance of keeping the weight off.
Goal setting for weight loss is one of the most underrated aspects of a weight loss program, because people only think about diet and exercise. The most important thing you need ... read more Tips to Avoid Emotional Overeating 14 y
Do you eat when you're anxious? Does food makes you feel better? If you see yourself in any of these situations, you are an emotional overeater, a person who eats in response to his or her feelings; a person whose overeating has nothing do with hunger.
Do you eat when you’re anxious? Does food makes you feel better? If you see yourself in any of these situations, you are an emotional overeater, a person who eats in response to his or her feelings; a person whose overeating has nothing do with hunger.
When we experience overwhelming feelings, it’s natural to turn to external things that help us deal with the issue. These coping mechanisms can be constructive, like working out or writing, or destructive, like getting drunk and narcotics. For some people, eating is the outlet they turn to when feeling negative emotions. Emotional eating ... read more Health Benefits of Coffee 14 y
Legend has it that coffee was discovered around 850 A.D. in Ethiopia by a goatherd who observed that his animals were unusually lively after eating bright-red berries. Inside those berries were the coffee beans that later went on a global journey.
Legend has it that coffee was discovered around 850 A.D. in Ethiopia by a goatherd who observed that his animals were unusually lively after eating bright-red berries. Inside those berries were the coffee beans that later went on a global journey. Now, with more than 400 billion cups consumed every year, coffee is the world’s most popular beverage. It is not surprising that coffee is a major force in international trade with approximately 5 million tonnes being produced annually in the 50 plus countries that grow the coffee crop. In fact coffee is second only to oil in international commer ... read more Combination Therapy:Weight Loss and Diseases 14 y
Obesity is an increasingly prevalent metabolic disorder affecting developing nations like India. Obesity increases the risk of developing certain diseases like hypertension, coronary heart disease, diabetes.
Obesity is an increasingly prevalent metabolic disorder affecting developing nations like India. Obesity increases the risk of developing certain diseases like hypertension, coronary heart disease, diabetes. There are many people who follow a weight loss program in order to improve their disease condition and do manage to lose some weight. But after some months of the weight loss program, they discover that though the weight has been lost yet the disease pattern has not changed. In order to sort out the disease and lose weight, one needs to look at a different approach to weight loss wh ... read more Measuring Weight Loss 14 y
Success can be measured on a number of levels. It's important to measure your progress by the new healthy habits you're adopting as well as by your appearance. Long-term decreases in medical problems, injury, and other health risks and an improved quality of life, with or without weight loss, are the most important measures of success.
Success can be measured on a number of levels. It’s important to measure your progress by the new healthy habits you’re adopting as well as by your appearance. Long-term decreases in medical problems, injury, and other health risks and an improved quality of life, with or without weight loss, are the most important measures of success.
Weighing yourself on a scale alone does not give you a complete measurement of progress. Many individuals regularly step on the scale and get discouraged when the scale shows little or no movement. Since you are gaining muscle as well as losing fat ... read more Natural Aphrodisiacs 14 y
At some point in our lives we may experience low libido and an extra boost is required to keep the passion alive. For centuries people have made use of aphrodisiacs as libido enhancers to achieve greater sexual health and functioning.
At some point in our lives we may experience low libido and an extra boost is required to keep the passion alive. For centuries people have made use of aphrodisiacs as libido enhancers to achieve greater sexua| health and functioning. Stories and legends from the past have told us of various plants, spices and foods that seemed to act as sexua| stimulants. Oysters, rose petals, chocolate, chile peppers, licorice etc; there is no shortage of ingredients reputed over the centuries to stir ardor. Aphrodisiacs have even been hailed as being of great help in treating sexua| dysfunction and ... read more Cooking Oil Facts 14 y
As you enter a department store, you behold an array of cooking oils sporting all types of jargon on the packaging -- saturated fats, unsaturated fats, refined, filtered, ricebran oil, vanaspati, etc. Confused already?
As you enter a department store, you behold an array of cooking oils sporting all types of jargon on the packaging -- saturated fats, unsaturated fats, refined, filtered, ricebran oil, vanaspati , etc. Confused already? With so much variety and so many brands flooding the market today, buying the right cooking oil can prove a tough task.
Different oils fill different needs - for health, taste and cooking. For good health, our bodies need a variety of healthy fats that are found naturally in different oils. When cooking, it’s essential to know which oils are b ... read more Why Water is Important in Winter? 14 y
The hot blazing sun and sweating in summers makes all of us rush to the magical powers of water. However, water is important not only in summers, but in winters too. If water rejuvenates and refreshes you in summer, it does so in winter too.
The hot blazing sun and sweating in summers makes all of us rush to the magical powers of water. However, water is important not only in summers, but in winters too. If water rejuvenates and refreshes you in summer, it does so in winter too. However, most of us just don’t think about water during the cold winter season and the reason is quite obvious: we don’t sweat and neither do we feel hot and thirsty.
Why Water is important in winter?
During winters, our appetite rises and we tend to eat richer food. This leads to more water requirement by the body to digest the food. Thus ... read more What to Eat After a Workout? 14 y
Scheduling exercise into a busy lifestyle is one challenge, and planning meals and snacks after the exercise is a second one. The post workout meal (the meal you eat after a workout) is probably the most important meal of the day for anyone who is into nutrition and fitness.
Scheduling exercise into a busy lifestyle is one challenge, and planning meals and snacks after the exercise is a second one. The post workout meal (the meal you eat after a workout) is probably the most important meal of the day for anyone who is into nutrition and fitness. However, in a lot of cases this importance also leads to confusion. Maybe it’s because of the many ready-made shakes available. Maybe it’s the trouble with fitting it in with the rest of your diet. Maybe it’s just not knowing whether you should even eat anything after you’ve worked out. Whatever it is, something about ... read more Spa Etiquette 14 y
A day at the spa should be an indulging experience without having to worry about anything - least of all spa-etiquette. So if you're thinking about how to make reservations, how to tip, what to wear etc., relax and follow these basic suggestions to make your spa experience truly enjoyable.
A day at the spa should be an indulging experience without having to worry about anything - least of all spa-etiquette. So if you’re thinking about how to make reservations, how to tip, what to wear etc., relax and follow these basic suggestions to make your spa experience truly enjoyable.
Spa etiquettes are commonly accepted but mostly unwritten rules that make your own spa experience and that of other guests more enjoyable.
Advance Booking Book as much in advance as possible. Appointments on weekdays are more easily available than those on weekends.
Cancellation If you must ... read more What to Eat Before Workout? 14 y
Every morning, noon and night, in gyms across India, you can hear the sound of a low but persistent rumble. Listen carefully and, in between the whir of the treadmill and the clank of weight plates, your ears will pick it up: the clamor of empty stomachs crying out for food.
Every morning, noon and night, in gyms across India, you can hear the sound of a low but persistent rumble. Listen carefully and, in between the whir of the treadmill and the clank of weight plates, your ears will pick it up: the clamor of empty stomachs crying out for food. Some people’s reasoning is that if no food is available for fuel, the body would tap into its fat reserves.
Well, Yes. But there’s a whole lot more to the story than that. As it turns out, if your goal is to maximize your workout and get (or maintain) a lean body, eating, not starving, is your best strategy.
Wh ... read more Junk Diet Food:WHAT!!! 14 y
No no, this is not an oxymoron! This is something that the food companies have come out with when they saw their junk food sales dropping. The reason for the drop was that the customers were becoming calorie conscious.
No no, this is not an oxymoron! This is something that the food companies have come out with when they saw their junk food sales dropping. The reason for the drop was that the customers were becoming calorie conscious. But the head honchos of these companies knew that it is nearly impossible to resist junk food. Today’s foodies want to indulge in junk food but still want to monitor their calorie intake. Savvy food manufacturers are only too willing to cater to these calorie-conscious consumers by offering snack foods claiming to be both nutritionally sound and soul-satisfying. A new type o ... read more Nutrition for Children 14 y
Young children today are victims of as many health problems as adults, at times even more. However, a balanced diet is essential for all-round growth of the child - physical, mental and emotional. There are many different ways of achieving that balanced diet. Here's a basic guideline that can help you start afresh with your kids.
Young children today are victims of as many health problems as adults, at times even more. However, a balanced diet is essential for all-round growth of the child - physical, mental and emotional. There are many different ways of achieving that balanced diet. Here’s a basic guideline that can help you start afresh with your kids.
Balanced Diet Guidelines
Always go for fresh fruits and vegetables instead of packaged or frozen. Offer the kids a variety of colours. This is not just visual stimulation but it peaks their interest in new things. Five servings of fruits and vegetables ... read more Why Do I Feel Hungry? 14 y
Hunger is what makes us eat. The question "why do we feel hungry?" seems to be very obvious to answer. It is because we need to get nutrients to survive. Hunger is the motivation for us to be able to know that we need to get the nutrients in our body. But how does all this happen?
Hunger is what makes us eat. The question ”why do we feel hungry?” seems to be very obvious to answer. It is because we need to get nutrients to survive. Hunger is the motivation for us to be able to know that we need to get the nutrients in our body. But how does all this happen?
Consumption of energy in the routine work leads to depletion of nutritive materials in the blood. When the blood is depleted of nutritive materials, a message is sent to our ‘hunger centre’ of the brain by our body through nerves and we feel hungry.
Hunger comes in many forms, actually. It can be c ... read more Are You Over Exercising? 14 y
It is universally recognized by medical practitioners and the public that regular exercise is beneficial to health. Psychologically and physiologically, there is no doubt that indulging in activities that flex the muscles and raise the heart rate brings enormous benefits and represents an important part of a healthy lifestyle.
It is universally recognized by medical practitioners and the public that regular exercise is beneficial to health. Psychologically and physiologically, there is no doubt that indulging in activities that flex the muscles and raise the heart rate brings enormous benefits and represents an important part of a healthy lifestyle.
But sometimes people rigorously train because they’re enthusiastic about a certain sport and end up practicing overzealously. Some are so anxious to reach fitness goals that they train too frequently and/or vigorously. All this eventually results in injuries such ... read more How to Keep on Running? 14 y
As a runner, there is almost nothing in this world that can take you to the places that running does. You can find your solitude in running. You can find your thoughts and peace, energy and motivation. You can come up with best ideas and solve your toughest problems when you are running.
As a runner, there is almost nothing in this world that can take you to the places that running does. You can find your solitude in running. You can find your thoughts and peace, energy and motivation. You can come up with best ideas and solve your toughest problems when you are running.
But sometimes when you are running, you get this urge to stop running and start walking or just stop and relax. There’s no logical reason for it. The body is ready. The mind is just turning lame for some reason. This is the point when that little voice in your head tempts you to stop, saying ”Come on, ... read more |