Maintaining good oral hygiene is essential at every age, but as we grow older, the risk of dental problems such as cavities, gum disease, and tooth decay increases. According to the Health Policy Institute, dental procedures like cavity fillings peak in the early to mid-50s, and by the 60s, most people require treatment for tooth…
Start by monitoring your daily steps through your phone or fitness tracker, while you build up your morning walking distance. A water bottle placed in your reach, will help you remember to drink water at different points during your morning. Your breakfast should include eggs, yogurt, nuts and protein shakes as protein sources. Establish a…
While longevity is not a linear concept, and some people just live longer than the others (due to genes), the fact of the matter is that being consistent with your health is one of the primary ways to increase your lifespan. This apart, with medical technology growing by leaps and bounds now, there are even…
To most individuals, the most resistant place to shed fat, even with routine exercise and conscious eating, is the visceral layer of fat surrounding the waistline. This area usually defies every attempt, resulting in frustration and confusion, but it is not about working harder, it is about learning the silent factors that control the way…
When it comes to international travel, for everyone, passports are typically indispensable documents, serving as the primary means of identification and authorisation for entry into foreign countries. Be it a normal person, a government official or a diplomat, no matter who the person is, there’s a designated passport for all. However, three people exempted from…
Love handles is the name given to fat that accumulates around your waist area. One of the most stubborn areas to get rid of fat, love handles can be bothersome, especially when the rest of your body looks toned. Celebrity fitness trainer Yasmin Karachiwala who trains Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, and other stars, demonstrates three…
In an age when brain fog, forgetfulness, and digital overload are common, science keeps pointing to one simple, powerful medicine, exercise. Beyond building muscles or burning calories, regular movement can physically reshape the brain and sharpen memory. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), over 1 in 4 adults globally are not active enough, leading…
Beets are rich in dietary nitrates, which the body can convert into nitric oxide (NO), as per Dr William Li. NO helps dilate (relax) blood vessels, improving blood flow and reducing shear stress on artery walls. Some experimental studies published in NIH suggest this pathway can help reduce small endothelial injury over time. How to…
The festival of lights Diwali is just around the corner, and amongst many other things, a key ritual on this day is lighting oil lamps in sesame oil, also known as til oil, all around the house. As we know, Diwali is the darkest night of the year, and when we light these lamps, we…
In a recent post, Harvard trained gastroenterologist Dr. Saurabh Sethi listed 10 best foods that can provide instant constipation relief. The food item is Kiwi. NIH study found that consuming two kiwi daily led to a significant increase in complete spontaneous bowel movements in individuals with functional constipation. Kiwi is rich in actinidin (a proteolytic…