If you’re trying to lose weight, small changes in your lifestyle can add up to a big impact. Dinner is one of the most important meals of the day. It comes at the end of the day when you’re tired, hungry and irritable and – most likely than not – liable to binge. Making the […]
By Neha Jain
Most of us know the benefits of working out and want to sweat more often. But finding the motivation to make fitness a part of the daily routine is a tough ask. Heading out for a workout in the a.m. or for a long walk in the p.m. isn’t easy – there are so many […]
By Meenakshi S.
Do you have a high-stress job? A recent study has added a stressful job to the list of things that can raise your risk for stroke. A stroke – also known as a brain attack – takes place when blood flow is cut off to a part of the brain, stopping the cells from getting […]
Mmmm… mushrooms. These edible fungi have been a part of the human diet since long – species have been found in association with 13,000-year-old archaeological sites in Chile. Mushrooms pack a big nutritional punch as they contain protein, enzymes, B vitamins, and vitamin D2. The best part? They classify as a zero-calorie food that’s especially […]
Stair running is a great way to switch up from your usual routine, and it has some added benefits in terms of exercise too. It’s a very high-intensity workout that will improve your speed, running power and cardiovascular fitness. In addition, you will find that your running technique, especially your striding and your foot striking […]
You may have a waist as small as that of a 16-year-old girl, but there’s no way you can pass off as “young” if wrinkles form around your mouth and eyes every time you smile. The first thing people see – and the one thing that makes a lasting impression – is your face. Not […]
For a long time, dieting combined with exercise has been purported to be the most effective way to lose weight. But new research indicates that there could be another alternative: Brain injections of an appetite-suppressing gene, leptin. A new study published in the Journal of Endocrinology details out how injecting a gene into the brain […]
By Nahida
Hips don’t lie, sang Shakira, and they really never do! If they’ve become a repository of fat, you need to get moving. Across the world, women are more afflicted by the problem of weight gain on the hips. The reason is simple. Women have double the amount of body fat as men, mainly to be […]
By Meenakshi S.
Growing old isn’t easy. But growing older does not have to mean a decline in health; it’s only a decline in our abilities to adapt to change, disease and injury. The first day of October is celebrated every year as the International Day of Older Persons by raising awareness about issues affecting the elderly. On […]
By Meenakshi S.
Good fat, bad fat. Brown fat, white fat. But is there a way that the bad fat in your body be endowed with the characteristics of good fat? In a report in the New England Journal of Medicine report, scientists write that they have connected the dots between the strongest gene associated with obesity and […]
And you thought losing weight depends only on what you eat? Experts now believe that losing weight may not depend only on what you eat but also on when you eat. Eating breakfast on weekdays at 7 am and on weekends at 10 am can create “metabolic jet lag”, a phenomenon that can disrupt your […]
By Neha Jain
Move over salsa, make way for hummus. The Arabic dip/ spread made from cooked and mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and garlic has become one of the most popular eating accoutrements across the world. We give you five reasons to embrace the hummus movement: It can help manage weight: Hummus is […]
By Alpa Momaya
Can eating certain fruits and vegetables help you in your quest for weight loss? A recent study, published in the journal PLOS Medicine, reveals that a few fruits and vegetables can help maintain or control body weight. The longitudinal study, conducted at Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health and Brigham & Women’s Hospital […]
These days, everyone’s raving about ragi. The humble super millet, packed with fibre and calcium, is extremely beneficial due to its umpteen health benefits. Known as finger millet in English, ragulu in Telugu, nachani in Marathi and Gujarati and marwa in Bengali, this super food has long been a traditional baby food. But adults have […]
Yoga asanas and fat burn? Yes, you heard right. Yoga isn’t only about moves that increase flexibility; it can also increase the heart rate, build muscle, fuel calorie burn and zap away that fat. Try these yoga asanas for weight loss and shed those winter kilos before they add up. These yoga poses are ideal […]
Beauty, they say, is self-confidence applied directly to the face. Stay beautiful by trying facial yoga to rejuvenate your face, relax muscles and nerve connections and brighten it. The benefits of yoga go far beyond flexibility. Apart from the life-changing benefits, the practice can help banish fine lines, sagging and wrinkles. Experts believe that yogic […]
Just when the world has embraced green tea as the best beverage of them all, along comes another contender. White tea! Both white and green tea come from the same plant, Camellia sinensis. White tea leaves are harvested at a younger age than green tea leaves, making it rarer as it can only be hand-picked […]
Everyone these days is pro-probiotic! Even if you aren’t, there’s another reason to be. A recent study says that a probiotic blended into a milkshake may help protect against weight gain. The study, published in the journal Obesity and carried out at Virginia Tech, studied 20 healthy men who went on a high-fat and high […]
By Alpa Momaya
Who doesn’t want a stronger sleeker upper body to show off? Working your upper arms won’t get you bulked up like the Incredible Hulk. It will get your arms leaner and ready to bare by the time summer rolls around. The best part? You can do all these exercises at home. All you need are […]
Study after study has shown the importance of antioxidants when it comes to health. Almost every other product – be it a carton of juice, a night cream or a bottle of red wine – claims to be a source of this substance that delays or prevents cell damage. Why? Antioxidants can help prevent cancer […]
By Neha Jain
There is nothing as comforting as sipping a steaming soup on a cold winter night. It not only warms your body but also helps keep your calorie intake in check. Research has shown that soup for dinner is a sure-fire method of healthy weight loss. Since soups take longer to eat, your brain gets more […]
By Alpa Momaya
become Mentally fit! cardio five days a week, strength or functional training three days a week and long bike rides over the weekend. You have your physical fitness in order but are you neglecting your mental health? We give you five ways to improve your mental health and wellbeing and condition your brain. Let the […]
Anyone who has arthritis tries to live with the pain. The pain is accompanied by aches, stiffness, swelling and decreased range of motion in and around one or more joints. Winter tends to augment the condition. Most often than not, people afflicted by arthritis prefer to stay put but this backfires as the muscles and […]
Name: Rachana Shukla Age: 30 years Now: 68.5 kg Then: 81 kg Lost: 12.5 kg in 8 months Rachana Shukla’s weight ranged between 58 and 60 kg but started increasing after her marriage. “My weight increased drastically, around 15-20 kg, in 2012-13,” says the Hyderabad-based IT professional. “I had a desk job and worked late […]
One of the most popular tropical fruits across the world, the pineapple is an exceptionally juicy and sweet fruit. Pineapples are members of the bromeliad family and one of the few bromeliads to produce edible fruit. Pineapples are a good source of many nutrients, such as vitamin C, manganese, copper, and folate. They are also […]
The sun is yet to rise when your alarm clock goes off. You feel like diving under the blanket rather than driving to the gym or heading to the park for a jog on this cold, dreary morning. Sleep in for a bit if you like but don’t let the weather affect your fitness. After […]
Getting fit may be your top 2019 resolution but that doesn’t mean you need to feel bloated and out of shape at the New Year Eve bash. Our last-minute suggestions will help the men look their muscled best and the women their svelte-st self. [symple_button url=”https://healthifyme.onelink.me/2285251819?pid=Blog_Post&c=Sign_Up&af_dp=hmein%3A%2F%2Factivity%2FPlansv2Activity&af_web_dp=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthifyme.com%2Fhome&af_force_dp=true” color=”red” size=”medium” border_radius=”3px” target=”self” rel=”” icon_left=”” icon_right=””]Get fit with […]
Christmas is almost here and New Year’s round the corner. It’s time to shop, party and eat out every other day. We all know that we must order sensibly when eating out but did you know that little things like the restaurant you choose and the sequence of ordering when eating out with friends can […]
By Neha Jain
Name: Dr. Manish Manoria Age: 48 years Then: 117 kg Now: 100 kg Lost: 17 kg in 3 months A professor of computer science and director of the Bhopal-based Truba Group of Institutes, Dr. Manish Manoria had weighed more than 100 kg for several years. “As far as I can recall, my weight has been […]
By Habil
A heart attack, medically known as myocardial infarction, arises when the heart muscle doesn’t get enough blood. It is a medical emergency caused by a blockage in the blood flow to the heart. Like all other muscles, the heart muscle requires a constant blood supply. When there is not enough blood flowing to the heart, […]
By Imon Roy
