Skin is the mirror of our health. What goes on inside is reflected outside on our faces. It is more than a cosmetic concern; it might be trying to tell us something. In ancient Ayurveda and Chinese medicine, there is a concept known as acne face mapping, which suggests the locations of the acne on…
You can add it for a Tadka or you can add it in pickles, Methi or Fenugreek is an easily available ingredient in the Indian kitchens that enhances flavours and fragrance of the food. But did you know, this common kitchen spice can provide exceptional health benefits as well. In Ayurveda, Methi is considered a…
Broken Heart Syndrome is a condition triggered by severe emotional or physical stress. This condition temporarily weakens the heart muscles as the flood of stress hormones like adrenaline, noradrenaline or cortisol overstimulate the heart. The Broken Heart Syndrome- Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy. Credits: Canva Losing a loved one is never easy. Following that, is the sense of…
Challenge your observation skills with this number-based optical illusion! A grid filled with the number 82 hides a single 28. Test your concentration and attention to detail by spotting the hidden number in under 7 seconds. Sharpen your mind and compete with friends to see who finds it first! Optical illusions are a fun and…
Understanding Bloating and Gas: When to Worry About Digestive Health (Image: iStock) Almost everyone has experienced bloating or gas after a heavy meal or certain foods but many people wonder whether it is just them or it is normal. The real question should be: how often can it happen before it becomes a health concern….
A recent study by the University of Birmingham reveals a significant link between non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and personality disorders. NAFLD patients are three times more likely to have such disorders, potentially hindering their ability to manage the condition through diet and exercise. About 100 million people in the United States are estimated to…
The happy-go-lucky hormone, dopamine, gently nudges the body out of bed, maintains attention, and provides little doses of satisfaction that make the effort worthwhile. Though sleep, exercise, and tempo are important, food is the daily stitch that maintains the flow of dopamine. Some foods give the brain its building blocks, others maintain the brain chemistry…
The medical term tachycardia, describes heart rates exceeding 100 beats per minute in adult patients. The heart experiences tachycardia due to physical exercise, fever, stress and illness. This occurs because the heart experiences abnormal electrical signals that produce specific types of tachycardia, which indicate potential heart diseases. The heart condition atrial fibrillation (AFib) produces irregular…
While trying to lead healthier lives through what they eat, most tend to concentrate on the ingredient quality, but not as much on the cookware that goes into preparing meals. Ordinary kitchen utensils such as non-stick pans, aluminium pots, and plastic spatulas do not sound harmful at all, yet they have been found by studies…
Forests are mostly large, natural ecosystems that are naturally dominated by trees. Much of the land area is covered with a variety of plant and animal species, which are essential for the planet’s health. Now, imagine a forest so vast that it stretches across eight developing countries. Any guesses? The Amazon rainforest isn’t just a…