International day of yoga or World Yoga day is celebrated on June 21st . In Sanskrit, the word yoga comes from the root yuj which means “to add”, “to join”, “to unite”, or “to attach”. Continue reading “Yoga -to unite with your spiritual side!”
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Who is at greater risk of vitamin B12 deficiency
Although Vitamin B12 deficiency is becoming increasingly common across population, be it young or old, affluent or poor, women or men, there are some groups who are more susceptible.
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10 diet changes to overcome gastric problems
Most Indians suffer from gastric problems due to faulty eating habits and lifestyle patterns. They tend to overeat and consider antacid as a quick solution to the uneasiness following a heavy fatty meal. Continue reading “10 diet changes to overcome gastric problems”
How to prevent Heart diseases
The best prevention against heart diseases is to understand the risk and the treatment options. Understanding how to reduce or control the modifiable risks goes a long way in prevention and control of heart diseases.
Dr. MSS Mukharjee, Founder & Director, Pulse Heart Center talks to eKincare about the prevention of heart diseases.
Should you consume alkaline water?
Water is one of the most vital nutrient required by the body and is indispensable. In fact, our bodies are largely made of water and hence it assumes more importance.It is imperative that we are conscious about the purity and wholesomeness of the water we drink. But did you ever realize that the pH levels of water can be a concern?
Pure water has a pH level close to 7. Alkaline water has a pH above 7. Continue reading “Should you consume alkaline water?”
Tips to prevent constipation
Constipation is something that can often be linked to a less-than-perfect digestive system. It is defined as fewer than 3 bowel movements per week. However, many people feel that if they do not have a bowel movement every day they are constipated.
Some common causes of constipation are: Continue reading “Tips to prevent constipation”
Significance of Target Heart Rate (THR)
Significance of THR
If your heart rate is too high, you’re straining. So slow down. If it’s too low, and the intensity feels “light” or “moderate/brisk,” you may want to push yourself to exercise a little harder.
The target heart rate is extremely significant because it is at this level that you actually reach the stage where body starts utilizing fat as a fuel. Reaching a certain limit of your target heart rate enables the body to start mobilizing the stored fats and use them as fuel to continue exercise. That is what we actually want to achieve from exercise, right? We wish to push off the flab (fatty tissues) Continue reading “Significance of Target Heart Rate (THR)”
Indulge in mushroom healthily
Mushroom (also known as dhingri or kukurmuta) is a fruity body of a fungus and is often used as a food source (not all types of mushrooms are edible). There are several types of mushrooms which serve as a low-calorie food. White button mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus) is a strain of mushroom that constitutes 90% of mushrooms consumed in the U.S.
• The USDA reports that mushrooms contain high amounts of copper, which is needed to produce blood cells and maintain heart health.
• It also contains fair amounts of vitamins C, D and B; and the minerals selenium, iron, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium and zinc.
• White button mushrooms improve immunity and may have anti-cancer effects.
Try out this healthy recipe involving mushrooms! Continue reading “Indulge in mushroom healthily”
Is employee health the responsibility of employers?
Having a healthier workforce augurs well not just for the employees but for the employers as well. Several organizations have realized the importance of employee wellness programs and are investing in them to create a healthier workforce. However, at the same time, there are some executive who do question if employee health is the responsibility of the employer? At the face of it, an individual is responsible for his/ her health. After all, it is their life that is impacted.
Yet, the health of employees can have a long lasting impact on organization’s overall health and well-being.
Some of the tangible benefits of healthier workforce include: Continue reading “Is employee health the responsibility of employers?”
The reality behind gluten-free diet claims
Two popular claims of a gluten-free diet are weight loss and increased energy. But in reality, there may be other reasons why individuals experience those benefits.
Let us look at some of these reasons.
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