Obesophobia is rampant. The psychology behind it has far-reaching consequences. Apart from the apparent body image issue, conformity to social standards and self-criticism, it impacts physical health. People or the contemporary world are more concerned about being overweight due to the aftereffects caused by the issue. As per a study by the World Health Organisation […]
By Mehak Shah
Irrespective of your body shape, excess fat isn’t good for your health. For example, saddlebags and ballooning bellies are harmful as they pose several health risks. When it comes to body fat, location is crucial. The latest research and studies bring new evidence that the fat lying deep within the abdomen is more dangerous than […]
By Hiral Patel
Fasting glucose levels are your blood sugar levels on an empty stomach. It is usually measured early in the morning when the person wakes up. It is because your body digests the last meal (dinner), and the released glucose is either absorbed or stored in the morning. A fasting blood sugar test can diagnose if […]
By Parul Dube
Many women complain of weight gain, especially in the waistline once they reach their early 40’s. Now unless you have a metabolic issue, such as PCOS or hypothyroidism, women tend to speculate that the cause of excess belly fat is due to a slow metabolism or unbalanced hormones. Although that can be the cause, there […]
Diabetes is a widespread medical condition in which blood sugar rises above ideal levels. Having diabetes does not mean that one will have to keep craving sweets and desserts throughout one’s life and never get to eat them. There are various kinds of foods that you can eat to satisfy your sweet tooth. The best […]
By Aditi Shenai
‘You decided to eat healthy and lose weight, and have started by making a meal plan for the whole week. But as the time for lunch, lunch or dinner set in, you begin to feel an insatiable hunger, and the cravings set in. Mainly, this is the point when the majority of your plans to […]
By Lienna May
Diabetes is a widespread medical condition with a considerably sizeable affected population. It causes the blood sugar levels of a person to rise above the ideal level. To manage sugar levels, a person with diabetes needs to pay special attention to what they eat. For example, they should categorically avoid a high carbohydrate diet because […]
By Mehak Shah
Inflammation is typically a healthy response of the immune system when the body tries to heal itself from harmful foreign substances such as infections, microbes, injuries, and toxins. Therefore, inflammation is beneficial in the short run. But if it fails to stop or subside as the healing progresses, that can be harmful to you. Too […]
By Hiral Patel
Headaches are prevalent among people of all ages. Almost everyone experiences varying pain levels due to headaches at some point. Sometimes it is just for a few minutes, but it can last for many hours or even days. It affects our lives and our mental health. Headaches are common reasons for absence from a job […]
By Imon Roy
Oxygen is the most vital thing required by humans and any living creature. We can survive without food and water for a few days but our survival is impossible without oxygen, even for a few minutes. The concentration of oxygen in our body is called partial pressure. Many people believe in this myth that its […]
By Alpa Momaya
A few years back, a Bollywood film brought people’s most common digestive problem out in the open. That leaves us with a question: do you have the problem ‘Piku’s Dad had? In India, one in seven people silently suffers from constipation. Yet, constipation is not discussed openly as a drawing-room topic and is taboo for […]
By Parul Dube
Leg pain is a common disorder that most people experience at some point in life. It can be due to an injury, exercise, overworking or walking for a long distance. However, most people don’t pay the required attention. Instead, they use instant remedies to go along with their day. It gives temporary relief but can […]
Kidney stones are also known as renal calculi. It refers to the situation wherein minerals and salt are deposited and accumulated in the kidneys. The deposits and other wastes and chemicals grow and develop crystals known as stones. Kidney stones may result from various factors, including diet, excess body weight, medical conditions, and some supplements […]
Arthritis is the swelling or inflammation of the joints. Arthritis is generally characterised as stiffness or joint pain and usually worsen with age. Statistics suggest that 1 in 4 adults are prone to arthritis. It might affect one or more joints at the same time. In addition, it is also one of the primary reasons […]
Nausea is quite an uncomfortable feeling that may strike with or without any warning. So it’s always better to have some information that can keep us prepared for such occurrences. Unfortunately, almost 50% of adults experience nausea at some point. Interestingly, the word nausea originated from sea sickness- ‘Naus’ means ship. Although eating during nausea […]
By Parul Dube
Our urine colour conveys a lot about our health and well-being. For example, the colour of our urine is an indicator of the kidney’s health. Urine that is no longer translucent is called cloudy urine. While the urine colour depends on various factors, yellow, preferably paler yellow, indicates that our kidneys are healthy. Our urine […]
By Parul Dube
Amino acids play a vital role in multiple body functions. Therefore, foods rich in amino acids are essential for your health. Amino acids serve various benefits. For example, it helps with protein and energy synthesis, metabolism, control muscle growth, repair and improves brain health and weight management. They control almost every function in your body. […]
By Nahida
As the name suggests, iron deficiency is low iron levels in the body. It is also called Sideropenia. Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency in the world. Iron deficiency is seen more in people of low-income countries. It is more prevalent in women and is due to blood losses through menstruation and pregnancies. […]
By Mehak Shah
A crack or tear in the skin is known as fissures. They commonly occur in the anal canal and tend to cause bleeding. These might arise from passing hard, dry stool, or constipation. Fissures are a symptom of diseases like inflammatory bowel syndrome. These fissures heal within five to six weeks. During their active period, […]
By Mehak Shah
In today’s fast-paced lifestyle, sleep loss or insomnia is quite common. Be it the packed daily schedules, assignment deadlines, grief, or stress; they keep you from getting sleep. It can be extremely debilitating, causing disturbances to your emotional and physical well-being. Moreover, disrupted routines in a pandemic are causing a surge in insomnia. Most new […]
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, […]
Headaches are prevalent among people of all ages. Almost everyone experiences varying pain levels due to headaches at some point. Sometimes it is just for a few minutes, but it can last for many hours or even days. It affects our lives and our mental health. Headaches are common reasons for absence from a job […]
Do you remember the time when you ate something and felt a pain or burning sensation in your chest and a bitter taste in your throat or mouth? That fiery feeling can be heartburn. However, it doesn’t always have to do with your heart. Instead, it is a burning sensation behind your breastbone, in the […]
By Alpa Momaya
Heartburn is a condition that most of you may experience. It is a primary symptom of acid reflux, where some of the food returns from your abdomen to the food pipe. In that case, you feel a burning sensation in the heart. The primary causes of heartburn are unhealthy eating and lifestyle habits. These habits […]
Food poisoning is a foodborne illness caused by consuming contaminated food. The food experiences contamination by infectious organisms such as bacteria, viruses, parasites or other toxins. Food contamination can occur at any point during preparation or storage; therefore, it is imperative to follow sanitary measures to avoid contamination. Sometimes when the food is not properly […]
Vitamin D constitutes one of the most important fundamentals for maintaining overall health. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that promotes calcium absorption, regulates bone growth and muscular rigidity, and plays a role in immune function. However, getting adequate amounts of this vitamin from your diet alone may be difficult, as rich natural sources are […]
By Alpa Momaya
Although the phrase “eating disorder” is included in the name, eating disorders are about much more than food. They are complicated mental health problems that often need the involvement of medical and psychiatric professionals to reverse their trajectory. These disorders refer to the conditions related to persistent eating behaviours and habits which affect many other […]
Digestive problems are disorders of the digestive system and its organs. These organs may include the oesophagus, stomach, intestines, and gallbladder. Digestion problems may lead to several symptoms that interfere with daily activities. Some common symptoms are nausea, bloating, vomiting, and constipation. There are many causes of digestive problems, including lifestyle choices, autoimmune diseases, mental […]
Dimocarpus Longan, better known as Longan fruit, is a white-fleshed exotic fruit that belongs to the soapberry family. It is known for its similarities with the Lychee fruit. Longan is a tasty addition to puddings, sorbets, smoothies, salads, and jellies. All you need to do is peel away its outer shell for consuming longan. Longan […]
By Aditi Shenai
Depression is a mood disorder common among several people around the world. It’s associated with feelings of anger, sadness, or loss that can affect your everyday activities to a great extent. This article will discuss depression, its causes, symptoms, risks, along with how you can overcome this state. During a depressive episode, a person may […]
By Shreya Nayak
