Your bones do such a good job supporting your every move, it’s easy to take them for granted. But your skeleton is in constant need of replenishment. As early age of 25, you can start to lose more bone than you build, leading to progressively thinner, weaker bones as you grow older and raising your […]

Malaria is a mosquito-borne infectious disease caused by a parasitic protozoan – Plasmodium. Malaria causes symptoms that typically include fever, fatigue, vomiting and headaches. In severe cases it can cause yellow skin, seizures, coma or death. Four kinds of malaria parasites infect humans: Plasmodium falciparum, P. vivax, P. ovale, and P. malariae. The disease is […]

Regular diet and physical activity is the key to maintaining good health. Metabolic disorder disease such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, several forms of cancer, osteoporosis, etc is due to wrong food practices and lack of exercise. A healthy diet and physical activity are necessary for a long and healthy life. Eating nutrient dense foods […]

Although haemophilia has no cure, a proper lifestyle can help in preventing complications like bleeding episodes. It is essential to sensitize oneself and the people around you so that the right steps can be taken during an emergency. Moreover, important steps should be taken to prevent the same. Given below are few lifestyle recommendations for […]

Hemophilia A is a genetic disorder which is characterized by a deficiency of clotting factor VIII. The absence of the clotting factor causes uncontrolled bleeding. Medication may be used to prevent bleeding but diet also plays an important part. Maintaining an ideal body weight is very important.Eating healthy is very important.Choose fruits and vegetables. Avoid […]

If you are suffering from high blood pressure or hypertension a few changes in your diet can help you a long way. Avoiding a high salt diet should be should be on the top of your list as it increases blood pressure. Eating processed foods like a pickle, bread should be avoided as it contains […]

In this running life, everyone is so busy managing their work, responsibilities and meeting deadlines that eating on the go, fast and junk food has become quite common. Junk food is the easiest and ever ready option to satisfy one’s hunger. This practice, in turn, leads to many complications which include obesity, diabetes, coronary heart […]

It is always a topic of debate which fat to be used for cooking. Though, it is never recommended to avoid fat from your diet as they provide us with daily energy requirements and some fats also help in maintaining our cholesterol levels and also essential for some vitamins to get dissolved. Which fats are […]

Cancer is a fate according to people which snatches away the joy of living. It is a disease which can be caused by faulty dietary habits also. A lifestyle with improper diet and unhealthy food options can develop cancer in the body. As such dietary habits are not a direct cause but lifestyle patterns with […]

As we all know eating junk food every day can never do any good to us. Therefore, without a doubt, it is understood that a lot of unwanted and harmful changes occur in our body when junk food is eaten for 5 consecutive days which give long-term effects like obesity, insulin resistance, the beginning of […]

Junk food consists of high-calorie low nutrient food items. They have usually processed food items and are high in refined sugar.Eating sweets raise the blood sugar level, increases fat storage and promotes a crash and burn feeling. Maintaining a steady blood sugar level is important to achieve even-keeled energy level. It is also important to […]

Fats are an important component of food and play a number of functions in our body. Fats are concentrated source of energy. It is essential to our daily diet to maintain energy requirement as well as help in absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (e.g. vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin E and vitamin K). Selections of fats […]

For women opting for the right nutrition is essential. This is also important to prepare the body and support it as it is transforming through the hormonal changes that it experiences all through the life. Every woman goes through life stages in which her body changes. These changes of adolescence, menarche, pregnancy, and menopause can […]

If you are working out in the gym and also suffering from indigestion, it is due to the fact that you are not eating enough fiber. This could be due to the fact that it is not cooked in your house, you are not eating the right kind of food or you may have gone […]

Calcium is one of the most important minerals that body needs in order to function properly and to maintain optimal health, especially when it comes to the bone. Calcium is used in so many ways throughout the body. It is necessary for contracting muscles, forming and strengthening bones and teeth, conducting nerve impulses throughout the […]

Obesity is a multifaceted health problem that is the result of complex interactions of genes, environment and lifestyle. Obesity is progressively increasing at the global level and has assumed epidemic proportions in adults as well as children. It is a serious concern for health professionals and if it goes unchecked can influence social fabric. Obesity […]

Obesity can be prevented or treated by moderating food and energy intake as well as increasing physical activity. It is the leading cause of heart disease, diabetes, and other ailments. It is projected that by 2020, obesity shall be recognized as a major health issue in India. It is important that you opt for some […]

Obesity is a major issue that our country is facing. Recent statistics highlight that more than 5% of the population by 2020 shall be suffering from chronic and morbid obesity. Obesity is a root cause of numerous health ailments and can affect the metabolism, hormone levels and the organ functions of the body in numerous ways. […]

Obesity is usually a result of eating a lot and doing less physical activities. People who consume a high level of energy, mainly sugars and fat, but do not burn it by doing physical exercise or activities, have surplus energy stored in their body as fat. Calories The value of energy is evaluated in units […]

Obesity has a detrimental influence on all system including reproductive health. Obesity can have a major effect on fertility and complications in early pregnancy. A wide range of issues because of obesity are hormonal imbalance, ovulation. Metabolic syndromes like PCOS, diabetes do affect fertility in the majority of women in reproductive age group. Obesity can […]

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a measurement of a person’s weight with respect to his or her height. It is more of an indicator than a direct measurement of a person’s total body fat. The BMI (Body Mass Index) is used to quickly and simply determine a person’s weight in regard to their height. BMI […]

Below are some evidence-based weight loss tips- Drinking water before meals Drinking water helps in weight loss. It boosts metabolism by 24 % to 30% over the period of 1 hour to 1 .5 hours and this helps us burn off some more calories. In fact, a study suggests that drinking half a liter of […]

The dietary modifications are an important part for weight loss. The daily diet plan should have an energy deficit of 500kcal to 1000kcal. It is important to ensure that your diet is balanced and includes all the rich nutrients that your boy needs. Moreover, simple diet practices can help in reducing the weight. Follow the […]

Whats the weight of a woman when she becomes pregnant & what is the weight she gains during her pregnancy affects her health and her baby’s health. Getting pregnant with a normal BMI or body mass index & gaining weight in the recommended levels in pregnancy are vital ways for protecting the health of a […]

Globally more than 1 billion adults are found to be overweight and around 3 hundred million of them can be categorized as obese. To differentiate between the 2, a general definition for being overweight is, when someone weighs over what’s considered to be healthy at his age & height whereas obesity is when the body […]

Overweight and obese children are likely to stay obese into adulthood and more likely to develop diseases like diabetes and cardiovascular diseases at a younger age. Prevention of childhood obesity, therefore, needs high priority. The main cause of obesity is an energy imbalance between calories consumed and calories expended. Globally there has been a change […]

Any nutritional deficiency can have different causes but basic cause of nutritional deficiency includes inadequate intake, inadequate absorption and increased requirement of a nutrient which is not met. When diet is inadequate in vitamins or minerals – Following a restricted diet or fad diet which generally lacks in important vitamins and minerals such as vitamin […]

A metabolic disorder or defect in metabolism occurs when the metabolism process in the body gets altered and causes the body to have too much or too little of the essential substances. A metabolic disorder can happen when abnormal chemical reactions in the body alter the normal metabolism. A metabolic process is a chemical process in which your […]

Diet plays a vital role in coronary heart disease. Food relevant risk factor comprises of high blood pressure, obesity, uncontrolled diabetes and taking diet with highly saturated fat. Low saturated fat, high plant food, high fiber diet substantially reduces the risk of a heart disease. We need to be attentive towards our diet and must […]

What happens when you don’t eat a healthy and balanced diet? or what happens when you don’t give your body the required amount of any of the essential nutrients  which it required to stay healthy. The result is Nutritional Deficiency.  An inadequate supply or deficiency of essential nutrients in the diet is known as the […]

Good Nutrition is important for your body and processes. It is important to have a balanced diet rich in all nutrients to ensure that no deficiencies or hormonal imbalances are created in the body. Nutrition is also important for you to boost your immunity and give it the ability to fight against diseases. Read the […]

Alzheimer’s disease is not a natural part of aging. It is the most common cause of progressive dementia, due to the degeneration of nerve cells in the brain and shrinkage of brain matter. Risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease is increased by older age, genetic factors and several medical risks factors. Many studies have also suggested […]

Yes, Obesity is a form of malnutrition. Malnutrition is caused by eating a diet in which nutrients are not enough or too much such that it causes health problems. It involves calories, proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. Deficiency of these nutrients is called under nutrition and too much of nutrients are called over nutrition. Over […]

Nutrition is the science that interprets the interaction of nutrients and other substances in food for maintenance, growth, reproduction, health and to fight against diseases. It includes food intake, absorption, assimilation, biosynthesis, catabolism, and excretion. Eating a balanced diet is vital for good health and well being. Foods provide our bodies with energy, protein, essential […]

A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get nutrients from food in required amount. Deficiencies can lead to a variety of health related problems. These can include digestion problem, skin disorder, stunted or defective bone growth and even dementia. The usual cause of nutritional deficiency is a poor diet that lacks […]

Your body is complex and is dependent on the food for nutrients and minerals. You need to be aware of the types of items to include so that your diet is balanced and rich in the important nutrients. If the body doesn’t receive the requisite nutrients, vitamins, and minerals it can start to develop hormonal […]

Malnutrition is a state in which prolonged lack of one or more nutrients retards physical development or causes specific clinical disorders, such as, iron deficiency anemia, goiter, to list a few. Malnutrition can also be defined as an impairment of health resulting from a deficiency, excess or imbalance of nutrition. It also includes under nutrition […]

Eating a balanced diet is vital for good health and well being. Food provides our body with the calories, proteins, essential fat, vitamins & minerals to live grow and function properly. We need a wide variety of different food to provide the right amounts of nutrients for good health. A healthy diet is a key […]

During pregnancy additional calcium is needed for the growth and development of bones and teeth of the fetus. For adult women, the requirement is 600 mg/day and the requirement increases during pregnancy to 1200 mg/day.  Although the infant’s bones are poorly calcified at the time of birth an appreciable amount of calcium is involved in […]

The gestation period is a rapid growth period which includes the growth of the fetus and other developments that take place to facilitate the maintenance of the fetus and its health throughout the pregnancy. During pregnancy, it is important for the child to get the right nutrition so that the fetal growth and development is […]

Vitamins are essential nutrients needed by our body. Only small amounts of vitamins are synthesized in our body and hence supplements are sometimes necessary. For a healthy life, all ingredients are required to maintain normal body function and deficiency of any of the essential nutrients leads to impairment of body function. Importance of nutrients & […]

Yes, the nursing mother requires adequate nutrition to enable synthesis of breast milk. Generally, nursing mothers produce more milk in the first 6 months when the baby is fed only milk. Nursing mothers have to eat more quantity of food to fulfill her nutritional requirements. Especially protein and energy requirements are increased to meet the […]

Drug addiction is defined as a chronic, relapsing brain disease that is characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use, despite harmful consequences. It is considered a brain disease because drugs can affect the brain functioning and in certain cases they can also change its structure and how it works. Drug abuse can have serious long […]

Prostate is an exocrine gland of the male reproductive system and exists directly under the bladder. An exocrine gland is one whose secretions end up outside the body e.g. prostate gland and sweat glands. There are thousands of tiny glands in the prostate that produce a fluid that forms part of the semen. This fluid […]

Dieting is a practice of eating food in a regulated and supervised way to decrease, maintain, or increase body weight. It is conscious control or restriction of the diet. A restricted diet is often used by those who are overweight or obese. Dieting in a healthy way is always beneficial, but many people relying on […]

Small children’s snacking parents can consider themselves as professionals in providing snacks that are healthy to their children. Some snacks are a good source for a healthy body I.e. The snacks with healthy fats, carbohydrates, and protein. Mentioned below are such healthy snacks: Greek yogurt– Whether we take Greek yogurt by itself, as a dip […]

It’s always important to eat a balanced diet  and it’s more important when you’re pregnant because what you eat is the main source of nutrients for the fetus. Healthy eating is of great importance during preconception and pregnancy. A healthy diet in pregnancy is important for better development of growing fetus to develop fully. What […]

If we are suffering from thyroid, whether hypothyroid also known as underactive thyroid or hyperthyroid also known as overactive thyroid or whether we are suffering from Hashimoto’s Graves’ disease, our diet affects your health. It is important to make lifestyle changes to ensure that your diet is not affecting your thyroid health. 10 Diet Inclusions […]

It is a very difficult to give the reply to this question in either yes or no. But some study shows that a low carbohydrates diet is good to maintain blood pressure level. However one aspect is clear that diet plays an essential and important role in ensuring that your blood pressure, heart and general […]

Hypertension is elevated blood pressure. It can be defined as a condition in which the systolic pressure exceeds 160mm hg and diastolic pressure exceeds 95mmhg. It should also be noted that with diastolic pressure of 100 or more therapy should be initiated with drugs as well as diet. If you are suffering from high blood […]

Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland does not make or release sufficient thyroid hormone. It is usually not due to primary deficiency of iodine, but results from atrophy of the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland releases many vital hormones that travel throughout the blood stream and reach the receptors that are found […]

Since ages, various efforts have been made to categorize human body on the basis of physical structure. In 1940, William Sheldon proposed a theory that there are three body types that are inherited though genetic makeup. According to this theory, the type of body mainly determines one’s body size and shape that are based on […]

Malaria is a protozoal disease, which is associated with high grade fever and is often transmitted by female Anopheline mosquito bites. The mosquito transport the parasite from one infected human to another. These parasites then enter the blood stream and infecting the red blood cells. The main symptoms of malaria are fever, chills, headache, nausea […]

Obesity is a chronic disease that requires long term, treatment. Even a 5-10 per cent loss from initial weight may produce marked improvement in diabetes, dyslipidemia and even sleep apnea. The ease of weight gain and difficulty in losing and maintaining weight all make obesity a challenging illness to treat   The goals set for […]

Dialysis is a treatment in which metabolic wastes and excess fluid from the patient’s body is filtered or removed with the help of a machine. In this process the waste is removed from the blood and the process is called haemo dialysis. The process is also done though another medical process called the peritoneal dialysis […]

Weight management is a long term approach to a healthy life style. It includes a balance between healthy eating and physical activity to equate energy expenditure and energy intake. It has assumed a lot of significance in the present scenario with increasing affluence, abundance of convenience food and lack of physical activity. Changes in human […]

Soya has become one of the most controversial foods in town. Soy helps in cardiovascular disease- yes or no? Is soya good or bad for you? Soybeans are a high source of proteins and polyunsaturated fats and also are the only legumes that provide ample amount of omega-3 fatty acid. In 100 grams, raw soybean supply […]

Cucumber is known as a ‘natural cooler’ for the body that helps combat dehydration, constipation and over eating. It also has detoxifying and cleansing effect on the body. Being least in calories gives only 16 calories in 100 grams of cucumber- as it’s a water bearing vegetable, i.e. it comprises 95% of water. Hence gives […]

Post surgery we all are filled with lot of questions- what, when and how to eat? We have enlisted a few; we hope it proves to be helpful post recovery. Fruits and vegetables: An ideal recommendation is of least five servings of fruits and vegetables a day. It can be incorporated in balanced meals with […]

The therapeutic goal for post operative patient is rapid recovery to normal function and well- being. Nutrition plays an important role for post operative patient’s recovery. After surgery the body required enough calories, protein and other nutrient to fully recovery. Proper nutrition after surgery reduces the risks of infections, speed healing of the incision and […]

Cancer is abnormal and uncontrollable division of cells. Cancer is mostly in the form of tumors but all tumors are not cancers. Being a cancer survivor is an accomplishment and also makes you be careful about your health.  You need to work on your diet, exercise and continuous medical treatment. The right diet and nutrition […]

Not all can be cured, but we do have more control on our health.  Studies have proven that a large percentage of patients diagnosed with cancer are directly related to lifestyle choices such as smoking, drinking, lack of exercise, and an unhealthy diet. There is no single food that you may eat to fight cancer […]

Maintenance or improvement in nutrition status is the ultimate goal of medical nutrition therapy for individuals undergoing treatment for cancer. Modification in diet and eating habits are necessary during treatment to reduce or eliminate the side effects of therapy. Specialized nutrition support is not only for maintaining nutritional status but also for improving quality of […]

Yes, Eating disorder affects body shape. Eating behavour of humans is influenced by socio-cultural factors, family dynamics, personality traits and biological factors that sometimes due to unfavourable conditions lead to eating disorders particularly among adolescents and woman. In some cultures, food is abundance but slimness has high value and there is a pressure to be […]

Body image concerns and eating disorders go hand in hand. Often, it’s the dissatisfaction in a young person’s appearance that leads them to opt for – losing weight and enhance their appearance. Thus, restrictive eating and over workout can often lead to patterns of disordered eating, this can develop into anorexia, bulimia, orthorexia, compulsive overeating […]

Lungs as we all know , are one of the most important organs of our body and play the mmost vital role in making us breathe. They work 24 hours tirelessly. In return we should also take care of them. Since air pollution has been continuously rising in the country, the diseases assoiated with the […]

Just like different substances & food items, different parts of the human body have different pH levels. Your ideal blood pH is between 7.35 and 7.45, which is slightly alkaline. The stomach is typically at a pH of 3.5, which helps food break down properly. If you suspect you have problems with acidity, you can […]

Men differ from women in many ways. One of it is that they particularly gain weight near their waist. Belly fat is just not the layer of extra fat around your waist but also the fat surrounding your internal organs in your abdomen. It is also called as visceral fat. Regardless of your overall weight, […]

Diabetes  is a metabolic disease in which the body’s inability to produce any or enough insulin causes elevated levels of glucose in the blood. According to a study, China, India and USA are among the top three countries with a highest number of diabetic population. When you have diabetes, your body either doesn’t make enough […]

The best way to fight diabetes is to fight it with food. What to eat, when to eat and how much? – These questions keep haunting us!! A diabetic diet should be high in complex fiber, low in simple carbs and high in proteins. It should include low fat milk, seasonal vegetables and fruits.  Diabetic […]

Diabetes mellitus is a silent chronic disorder disease, characterized by elevated blood sugar level either due to defective insulin secretion or action or both. India is expected to be the diabetes capital of the world. If you are diabetic, it is important to have a healthy lifestyle so that you can control diabetes and manage […]

Diabetes is a silent killer and once the disease is detected the most worrisome detail is what you can eat and what you should avoid. The best is if you add to your diet some super foods that can help manage or reduce diabetes. However you need to say a NO to the given below […]

Nutrition label is the information about the nutrients that are present in the food packet. It is helpful to choose the products and keep a check on the amount of foods that we are eating. It also helps us to choose a healthier diet and make sure that our foods are safe to eat. Nutrition […]

Vegetarianism is a term encompassing foods that contain the foods from plant origin. A vegetarian diet excludes all animal products including eggs, dairy products and honey. There are different kinds of diet  – an ovo-vegetarian diet –  includes eggs but not dairy products, a lacto-vegetarian diet –  includes dairy products but not eggs and an […]

Overweight and obesity is classified by calculating the BMI (Body Mass Index) for an individual. BMI is measured by dividing a person’s weight by their height squared meters. For all asian adult, being overweight is with a BMI of 23- 27.5kg/m2 and being obese is with a BMI score of 27.5 kg/m2 and above. To […]

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a value that depends on the weight and height of an individual. The BMI is defined as the body weight divided by the square of the body height and expressed in units of kg/m2, where weight in kilogram and height in meters. BMI = Weight (kg)/Height (m)2. BMI provides simple […]

Obesity is a condition resulting from accumulation of excess body fat. The fat deposition takes place because over a period of time, people consume foods which provide much more energy than they are able to expend for their metabolism, physical activity and growth. It  drastically changes body composition, body shape and nutritional and health outcome. […]

Ageing is not a disease but a biological process that none of us can avoid. Ageing is a reflection of the sum total of care, use/misuse or negligence of the body in previous years of life. Physical, physiological, psychological conditions, social prestige, financial status, personal life style, family composition, family support are some factors that […]

Staying healthy is very important at all ages and this feeling should not change as you step towards ageing!  Certain Tips to Help You Maintain Physical and Emotional Health at All Ages: Eating well as you age– As we get older relation of food may change along with our body. Metabolism dips as we age […]

Packed lunches have become a necessity for school going children as schools are either away or the lunch period is too short for the children to go home and have food. The packed lunch is a lunch that is packed in a tiffin box to be eaten by the child while away from home. The […]

Cancer ‘The C word”, it’s incidence is increasing by leaps and bounds and in-spite of lot of scientific breakthroughs in treating cancer we are still losing lot of precious lives because of it. The root causes of cancer are complex and multifactorial, with possible causes including: poor diet, exposure to environmental toxins, genetics, viruses or […]

As the old saying says- Eat breakfast like a King, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper!! Yes breakfast is the most important meal of the day. To jump start our body pack your meals with all healthy nutrients!!. Start by eating right. Following are few healthy recommendations. Peanut butter, banana and chia […]

“Men lose weight quicker than women.”  Men lose more weight during weight loss regimes over women is a myth. The subtle differences between male and female weight loss comes down to the physiology of both men and women. Men have an easier time burning calories and, subsequently, losing weight because they tend to have the […]

A Crash Diet is all about losing quickly. Here calorie intake is restricted to nearly 700 cal per day. It has been observed that crash diet can help you lose 2.5-5kgs within a few days. There are several crash diets available, to name a few- YO-YO Diet, 3 Day Meal Diet, Juice Fast Crash Diet, […]

Vegetarian diets are popular. Reasons for following a vegetarian diet are varied but include health benefits, such as reducing your risk of heart disease, diabetes and some cancers.  Vegetarian and high saturated fatty acid diets show decreased LDL levels and elevated HDL cholesterol level. If you are planning to lose weight, opting for a vegetarian […]

Yes, Nutrition supplements are right to meet the nutritional deficiency in an individual. It should be taken under the supervision of a Physician/Dietician. Nutrition supplement is a scientific formula that  has the capability to perform a physiological role to provide the nutritional requirement. It may be a food or part of food containing health promoting […]

Lactation (Breast feeding) is the process of milk production by the mammary glands that are present within the fatty tissue of the breast. Breast milk is the best food for the body. Colostrum is the first form of breast milk and that should be given to the baby within an hour after birth. Breast milk […]

Our busy lives take a toll on our health and start to affect our life adversely. The sedentary life, junk food, no time for exercise makes us susceptible to diabetes and heart disease. India is projected to be the Heart Disease capital of the world. The signs and symptoms of heart disease are silent and […]

Summer days are extremely hot and people, usually the elderly suffer from heat stroke and children may also suffer from summer boils. Due to the heat people get easily tired as they sweat continuously. Nature always provides the foods as per our nutritional requirements in different seasons. Selections of foods is very important during summer […]

What clicks with summers? Camping… Picnics… visit to open gardens and  India Gate? Yes summer is all about eating out and eating fresh produce, outdoor eating and entertaining for special occasions or family gatherings. Unfortunately, food poisoning is more common during summers than any other season of the year. We need to be extra cautious […]

Although water is not a nutrient, but it is understood that there would be no life without water. Human beings can survive for some weeks without food, but without water we would perish after only a few days. Around 60% of an adult’s body weight is water. It must be continually replaced since we lose […]

Understanding appetite- it is a subjective desire to eat whereas hunger is referred to more objective deprivation state. Hence loosing the desire to eat is a warning sign associated with numerous ailments. The summer and winter appetites: Appetite does suffer due to heat and strong hot waves. Did you ever realize that we tend to […]

Hypertension is the most common chronic disease of industrialized society, particularly among the middle and old age groups. It is a major contributor to the development of cardiovascular disease, stroke and renal failure. Patients with high blood pressure have a risk of strokes than those with normal blood pressure. The first treatment and management of […]

Cholesterol is either ingested in the food (about 25% ) we eat and some of it is produced by our body (remaining 75%). Cholesterol is needed by the body to produce steroid hormones and bile acids. It is an aspect that is required by the body and if in too much quantity, the same can cause […]

The moment you realize that you are going to be a mummy a lot of people start advising about healthy eating. What exactly is a healthy plan for pregnant women? It is very important for the mother to eat a balanced diet. Aiming to eat a healthy and balanced pregnancy diet that includes- one third of […]

Am I fat..? Am i underweight..? What’s normal weight..? These are a few questions that always keep crossing our mind and for a few it causes lot of stress. There is an easy way to measure your body fat sitting at home by simply following two simple steps that will help you find out if […]

The soaring temperatures and the scorching heat trouble everyone. They not just suck your energy but also have an effect on your appetite and work activities. The best to keep you hydrated and eat the right food items to beat the heat. The following are some recommendations: Tinda: This belongs to the squash family. It […]

Yes, off course! “Prevention is better than cure”. Laziness is not the only criteria for a preventive health checkup (PHC). Each year millions of people choose to skip routine examinations, allowing preventable diseases to end millions of lives. The goals of preventive health checkup are to promote, preserve, restore health when it is impaired and […]

More than 2,400 years ago, Hippocrates said, “Walking is a man’s best medicine”. Walking is simple, free and one of the easiest ways to get more active, lose weight and become healthier. It is a form of exercise and ideal for people of all ages to maintain fitness levels and become more active. Walking is […]

Healthy snacking is a great way to keep glucose levels stable, but sometimes it may seem that choosing snacks is easier said than done. Making a smart choice starts with understanding the fundamentals behind the effect of carbs on glucose level. A Diabetic Diet should have appropriate ratio of three major nutrients carbohydrate, fats and […]

“The rise of childhood obesity has definitely placed the health of entire generation at risk” As we all know that obesity has become an epidemic in the world. A question that comes into my mind is can babies be obese? Research supports that the seeds of childhood obesity are planted earlier but the good news […]

“I eat because I am depressed and I am depressed because I eat.” The food we eat can be the safest and the most powerful form of medicine. Eating healthy and fueling the body with the right quantity and quality of food will make you happy. Eating certain food may not ease depression but a […]

What are fruit and vegetables Fruits and vegetables are different groups of plant food that vary greatly in their content of fibers, nutrients and energy. They are universally promoted as healthy diet servings. Fruits and vegetables supply dietary fiber, and fiber intake is linked to lower incidence of cardiovascular disease and obesity. Fruits and vegetables […]

“Release the energy that you can’t control” Stress- we all have it and how we cope up with it can make the world of a difference to our life . Stress management is a part of our wellness. There are many strategies to combat it; one of them is “Healthy Eating.” “There is no diet […]

Nutrition plays an important role in every woman’s life. A woman’s body is continuously evolving and at every stage she requires special nutritional attention. Besides the life of a woman is full of stress

As a woman ages her life becomes more demanding. So does her body! Just like a plant, it needs constant attention as it goes through multiple stages and cycles. At every level nutrition plays an essential role.