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Weight Loss Before Pregnancy Recommended

Nisha — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 03:30:05 +0000

Even if obese women eat healthy during pregnancy, their babies may suffer future health problems. So it is advisable to lose body weight before going in for pregnancy, says a news study.

“We can see fat sequestered in the placentas of obese mothers when it should be going to the baby to support its [...]

Myth Busting for Asthma Patients

Nisha — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 19:38:11 +0000

Every year, about 2,50,000 people die from Asthma throughout the world and these numbers are growing alarmingly. The Ministry of Health’s 2011 report says that 13 million Indians aged 15 and above suffer from asthma. According to a survey by the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, these are the top 10 myths [...]

Women Smokers Are More At Danger

Nisha — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 08:02:25 +0000

Well, we have all heard the usual – Smoking is injurious to health; but let this statement out from another ear. How often do we categorize smoking as one of the deadly hazards to humans!

Let us put it this way, smoking if it can bring to you moments of eternal bliss, it can whisk [...]

Is there a connection between Sweet Sodas & Heart Disease?

Nisha — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 06:37:06 +0000

Sweet soda is a drink with bubbles and artificial flavours. And did we miss taste? Armed with a large amount of easily digested sugar, soda leads to higher levels of inflammation and an increase in the lipids in your blood, which could potentially contribute to heart diseases. The more you consume them, the [...]

Naturally Reverse Your Fatty Liver Symptoms

Nisha — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 06:39:24 +0000

Fatty liver is a condition that is the result of fat accumulation in the liver. Sadly, by the time a person shows a few fatty liver symptoms, the liver is already damaged. Fat cells saturate the healthy liver, making it bloated and enlarged and can also cause a nagging pain. The best way to treat fatty [...]

Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes and Mobility problems

Nisha — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 07:08:13 +0000

Losing weight and improving fitness may ward off some of the mobility problems that older overweight people with type 2 diabetes often face, according to a new study. The lifestyle changes helped mobile people stay that way and eased severe mobility problems in others, at least over the short term. Lead author W. Jack Rejeski from [...]

What does a high triglyceride level mean and why you should care?

Nisha — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 12:32:30 +0000

Triglycerides are essentially a type of fat, which is found in the blood and is used by the body for energy and routine, ongoing activities. We all need a decent amount of triglycerides for day-to-day functioning. However, a high level of triglycerides can be a sign of metabolic syndrome and, most commonly, cardiovascular diseases that increase your [...]

Are you Addicted to Fat-Free Food and Artificial Sweeteners?

Nisha — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 05:34:04 +0000

Constantly picking out fat-free products off the shelf? Replaced the sugar in your tea with so-called sugar-free just because a sultry siren endorses it? If you answered yes to either of these questions, it’s time for you to do a rethink! We tell you how to separate the myths from the fats (oops, we mean facts!) and protect your [...]

How to Counter the Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Nisha — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 07:27:15 +0000

A disorder defined by cramping, abdominal pain, constipation and diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome is common amongst women within the age group of 35 to 40 and people with family members who have irritable bowel syndrome. Also known as ‘spastic colon’ disorder, it is quite different from a regular stomach ache as the [...]

6 Ways To Treat Diabetes Naturally

Nisha — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 06:18:04 +0000

Most people shudder at the thought of being diagnosed with diabetes. And while it’s definitely an undesirable disease, what many don’t realise is that living with diabetes is not as difficult as they may think. Diabetes is not so difficult to keep in control — all you need to do take in measured doses of patience and [...]

Top 5 reasons behind Pelvic Pain in Women

Nisha — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 04:33:37 +0000

Chronic pelvic pain is a common condition for most women. Often worse during menstrual periods, pelvic pain occurs due to conditions like past pelvic infection, cramping pain and irritable bowel syndrome. Here are the top five reasons for pelvic pain that you should take care to avoid.

Cramping pain. The cramping pain takes [...]

Diabetic And Sugar Free Foods, Are They Any Good?

Nisha — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 05:38:16 +0000

So if you have a sugar addiction and have been diagnosed by Diabetes Type 2, what’s the best option? Today most sweet treats you find have sugar-free alternatives. From colas and candy to halwas and pedas, they all come with a sugar-free option. But are these sugar-free foods a good idea for a diabetic patient?

Understanding Hot Flashes in Women

Nisha — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 06:35:31 +0000

Mostly felt in the head and neck region, a hot flash is an extreme feeling of warmth experienced by women who are in the early stages of menopause. A product of complex hormonal changes, accompanied by the ageing process, hot flashes happen because of the declining levels of estrogen in the body. As a matter [...]

Avoiding Carbonated Beverages helps to lose weight faster

Nisha — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 07:29:42 +0000

So when out on a dinner with friends, you almost as a habit, order that can of a fizzy drink? While you may have got into the habit of consuming colas with every meal, a new research may inspire you to change your habit. Swapping carbonated beverages for water could be a simple way for [...]

Caffeine intake by breastfeeding moms harms baby

Nisha — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 09:14:18 +0000

Caffeine intake by breastfeeding women may trigger wakefulness and irritability in their babies as they are unable to metabolize or excrete the compound, says an expert.

Ruth Lawrence, a paediatrician from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, told Jack E. James, editor-in-chief of the Journal of Caffeine Research, that “usually [...]

Lose weight to gain what?

Nisha — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 08:06:01 +0000

Veena, my friend, expressed her excitement about the upcoming vacation and the accompanying stress points related to it. The narrative is in first person to facilitate effective communication.

It’s that time of the year again. Vacations, vacations …only a couple of months to go and then- yippee! Vacation means break from the daily [...]

Migraines Linked to Depression

Nisha — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 05:52:18 +0000

Women who suffer from migraine headaches may be more likely to develop depression.

A new study shows that women who have migraines are about 40% more likely to develop depression than women who have never had migraines.

“This is one of the first large studies to examine the association between migraine and the development of [...]

Can Late Pregnancy Be Healthy?

Nisha — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 05:59:23 +0000

Today, an increasing number of women in urban India are opting for late pregnancies. Being financially secure before the first child is born is gaining precedence over being a young mother. Additionally, women in their mid to late 30s are, by and large, in better control of their emotions. However, this phenomenon of [...]

Diabetes, High BP During Pregnancy Increase Middle-Age Heart Risk

Nisha — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 06:33:31 +0000

When a woman has high blood pressure or high blood sugar levels during pregnancy, this may help predict her chances of developing heart disease perhaps as early as middle age, a new study suggests. British researchers were hoping to understand why women who have certain common pregnancy-related complications tend to be at higher risk for heart [...]

What is your Body Type?

Nisha — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 07:56:36 +0000

I have seen many people trying to get a particular look with a complete disregard for their body type. Body type are very essential to understand, when undertaking weight loss endeavors. Without knowing you body type, you can’t set practical and achievable target for yourself. Here is how you can identify your body type. There are [...]

Simple Tips to Make Headaches Vanish

Nisha — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 07:36:01 +0000

Monday mornings usually spell headaches for most of us. Back from a fun vacation and already feeling the first few waves of a debilitating headache? Here are some great tips that ensure speedy recovery and even prevention of headaches – the simple and drug-free way.

Tips for Cure of Headaches

Hydrate yourself: Dehydration [...]

Top Symptoms of Diabetes

Nisha — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 08:00:06 +0000

Diabetes, specifically type 2 diabetes, is a lifestyle disease that has invaded the modern day lifestyle. Lack of proper nutrition, absence of portion control, and failure to exercise adds up to this debilitating and life threatening condition that is taken far too lightly by far too many. Additionally, unawareness about diabetes symptoms and [...]

Tips To Avoid Stretch Marks When Pregnant

Nisha — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 07:03:51 +0000

One of the most dreaded side-effects of pregnancy are stretch marks. But not every woman needs to worry about these ugly scars. If you take action well in time, you never have to worry about them.

Pregnancy is the time a woman glows and her skin is at its best. Magical as pregnancy may be, [...]

Sleep Deprivation Indicators

Nisha — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 09:40:11 +0000

How often have you worked till 10pm, only to reach home and find that you are unable to drift off? For all of you who find yourselves sleeping on your books and your laptop, building on sleep debt is not the sure shot way to move forward in your career. It has some serious health [...]

Fighting Common Cold: The Natural Way

Nisha — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:17:41 +0000

You can try to prevent the flu, even practice natural remedies against it, but no matter what you do, it could get to you. Sometimes because of a lot of stress, physical activity, bad food habits, lack of rest etc. the flu can creep [...]

The Story of Fat: How does fat gain or loss happen

Nisha — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:21:23 +0000

Always wondered where all the flab on your tummy comes from? Inquisitive to know what happens when we lose weight or when we pile on the pounds? We met up with nutritionist Nandini Balakrishnan to know what goes [...]

Is just 10% weight loss something to be happy about?

Nisha — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:28:18 +0000

Are you looking to meet your weight loss goals in 2012? Are you looking for that ‘spark’ that will trigger the motivation?

What can just 10% weight loss do for me? 10% weight loss gives you a good [...]

Fad diets: Fail to work or Work to fail

Nisha — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:35:27 +0000

The fancy element could be as exotic as wine and cheese or a fruit like pineapple or a single element like bacon. When you are attracted to such a diet, you follow it strictly for a week and notice [...]

Is Lack Of Sleep The Reason You Are Gaining Weight?

Nisha — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 09:33:13 +0000

Yes, it is a fact that people who get a minimum of seven hours of sleep every night tend to have lesser body fat. But don’t get us wrong; just enough sleep isn’t the only way to stay thin [...]

Understanding Thyroid Disorders

Nisha — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 02:30:31 +0000

Thyroid Disorders can slow down or rev up your metabolism by disrupting the production of thyroid hormones. When hormone levels become too low or too high, hypothyroid and hyperthyroid occur respectively. We will explain a few of the many symptoms of these thyroid disorders.

How Spicy Food Affects your Metabolism

Nisha — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:30:21 +0000

Spicy food is one of the good things that India has to offer to the world. You may eat spicy food just for the thrill of it, but research suggests spicy foods may offer health benefits as well. When you eat spiced foods, not [...]

Why Sleep Deprivation can be Dangerous

Nisha — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 03:24:19 +0000

Consequences of too little or too much or endless nights of broken sleep are very serious, new research has suggested. Most experts believe that between six and eight hours is the right amount for an adult. Teenagers need about nine hours a night [...]

Do diet shakes work?

Nisha — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:51:01 +0000

Health experts have expressed uncertainty regarding the effectiveness of diet shakes for weight loss. At least 15 brands of diet shakes, some promising ‘a new you’ in a matter of weeks, are in the market. The Dietitians Association of Australia said 95% of all dieters would regain their lost weight in [...]

Easy Remedies To Bust A Hangover

Nisha — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:13:50 +0000

The party season’s in full swing and you’ve been going to so many that you’ve lost count. Not just of the number of parties, but also the number of drinks you feel obliged to have at each one. And the drinks you have [...]

How to Manage Water Retention?

Nisha — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 04:47:34 +0000

Water retention is everyone’s favourite reason for explaining weight gain, or difficulty in achieving weight loss. Ask any old friend, who has piled on the pounds, what happened and pat will come the reply – ‘water retention!’ Even so, water retention can affect the best of us and can sometimes indeed sabotage weight loss plans. [...]

Fighting Low Blood Pressure

Nisha — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 07:05:53 +0000

If you suffer from low blood pressure, you know what being ‘addicted’ to medicines is like. Each bout of low blood pressure involves popping a pill, which, over time, continues without regular medical checkups. Today, we’re telling you to stop this mindless pill popping and [...]

Weight Loss Benefits of Drinking Lemon Water

Nisha — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 04:30:33 +0000

There is a wide-spread belief that drinking warm lemon water (maybe with a teaspoon of honey) early in the morning. Many people swear by drinking lemon water for losing weight. But few have wondered on how drinking lemon water helps in [...]

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Simplified

Nisha — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 04:10:16 +0000

What is PCOS ?

Polycystic ovary syndrome is a problem in which a woman’s hormones are out of balance. It can cause problems with your periods and make it difficult to get pregnant. PCOS may also cause unwanted changes in the way you look. [...]

Myth: Dieting Helps to Lose Weight

Nisha — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:32:04 +0000

Rapid weight loss accomplished through fasting or other extreme diets can cause dehydration, nutritional deficiencies and other health problems.

The Wrong Way

Fasting can cause dizziness, dehydration, nausea, fatigue, loss of muscle tissue and electrolyte imbalances. Depending on the length of [...]

Shed that Holiday Weight

Nisha — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 04:15:14 +0000

The holiday season is over and thanks to the abundance of cookies, cakes, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy and different varieties of meat, like every year most people have gained weight. Shedding that weight isn’t as easy as it was to gain. Many people don’t lose the extra pounds they put on during the holidays. There [...]

Energy Boosting Drinks- To Drink Or Not to Drink?

Nisha — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 13:08:10 +0000

Are you addicted to Red Bull and like the fact that it allows you to work long hours and still have the energy to party harder? Wait up; it is time to know the truth behind these energy drinks. To ensure a daily dose of energy, most people these days consider energy-boosting drinks that have taken the market by [...]

Small Weight Loss Takes Big Pressure Off Knee

Nisha — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 05:38:18 +0000

1 Pound Weight Loss Unloads 4 Pounds of Joint Stress in People With Knee Osteoarthritis

The benefits of weight loss may be multiplied fourfold for people who suffer from osteoarthritis of the knee. A new study shows that for each pound of body weight lost, there is a 4-pound reduction in knee joint stress among [...]

Alcohol, Diabetes And The Party Season

Nisha — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:44:46 +0000

Today, we want to toast every success, new beginning, and special occasion. Drinking has become the ‘in’ thing now, since so many people have realised that smoking is not cool. The more pegs you gulp in, the more fashionable and elite you will be considered. But what if you are a diabetic?

63% women complain of knee pain

Nisha — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:13:28 +0000

More than half of middle-aged and mature women suffer from knee pain, a new study has revealed. It found that 63 per cent of women age 50 and older reported persistent, incident, or intermittent knee pain during a 12-year study period. Predictors for persistent pain included higher body mass index (BMI), previous knee injury, [...]

Healthy Ways to Cure a Hangover

Nisha — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 06:27:53 +0000

A number of factors play a part in whether or not you will get a hangover after a night of drinking. Dark spirits such as brandy, whiskey and red wine increase the changes of a hangover over lighter spirits like vodka and white wine. Likewise, cheaper spirits have had fewer of these impurities removed and [...]

Why You Should Not Drink Water During Meals

Nisha — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 14:35:17 +0000

Macrobiotic counsellor Shonali Sabherwal explains why you should not drink water during your meal. “Most Indians have water along with their meals. The usual theory is washing down the food while eating. People have no idea how wrong this practice is and how difficult this can be for their digestion. For [...]

To Stay Slim, Eat More Food.

Nisha — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 11:05:52 +0000

A common misconception is that if you eat less, you will lose weight faster. It is not just important how much you eat, but also what you eat.

Always try to balance your meal according to basic nutritional categories for eg : these should be good mix of proteins, vitamins, fibre, carbohydrates, fats [...]

What Stress Actually Does to You

Nisha — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 08:27:22 +0000

Stress is an unpleasant fact of life. We all experience it for various reasons, and we all try to come up with ways of coping with it—some with more success than others. So what exactly is stress doing to your mind (and body) when you’re staring down a deadline?

High blood pressure, [...]

Simple Ways To Relieve Stress At Work

Nisha — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 18:06:05 +0000

Stress is an every growing health concern to everyone’s lives today. Continuous stress can lead to physical and mental health concerns. Here are a few simple way which can help you to relieve stress at work.

Physical activity: Any form of physical activity like long walks or yoga help to relieve stress. Maintain a [...]

How to Boost Energy Levels in the Afternoon Naturally?

Nisha — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 05:22:17 +0000

Usually in the afternoon we begin feeling sluggish. It’s the time of day when you feel tired and lethargic, and you have difficulty trying to stay alert and focused. Here are few solutions to help you feel more refreshed and invigorated in the afternoon naturally.

✓ Take a walk or get some form of [...]