What is with the Danish lifestyle and happiness? The recently released World Happiness Report 2016 Update placed Denmark on top of a list of 156 countries ranked by happiness levels. The rankings, which covered the years from 2013 to 2015, revealed an average score of 5.1. But Denmark stood out with an average of 7.52. […]
Forget being an adrenaline junkie. Focus on your endorphins and you’re sure to have a happier and healthier life. Endorphins are chemicals released by the pituitary gland and are responsible for that post-workout buzz. Structurally similar to morphine, they are considered natural painkillers and bring about feelings of euphoria and wellbeing. Research has linked endorphins […]
In the age of the one-child syndrome, new research shows that a younger sibling may be better for a child’s health. A new study has revealed that having a younger sibling may lower a child’s risk of obesity. The study, led by Dr. Julie Lumeng of the University of Michigan, was published in the journal […]
By Meenakshi S.
Don’t avoid the weighing scale – it may be your best friend on the journey to weight loss. Two studies have shown that consistent self-weighing may help your determination to shed those extra kilos that are weighing you down. More frequent and consistent weighing has been linked to a positive effect on a person’s confidence […]
Putting #HerHealthFirst is important and how. You can change your life – and that of your family’s – by changing your mindset. Make these five healthy habits your own and you’ll see how. Exercise as often as you can We all step into a new year with lofty resolutions of hitting the gym every single […]
Most of us tend to put the needs of our children, husband, parents and in-laws ahead of ourselves. It’s no wonder, then, that we are left with little time to pay attention to our own health! We’ve all been there. After I gave birth to triplets, I became supermom. At home, I went back to […]
Obesity doesn’t come calling alone; it brings physical health problems in tow. Research has shown that weighing about 20 per cent more than the normal weight for your height makes you more prone to heart disease and stroke, diabetes, high blood pressure, gallbladder disease and gallstones, osteoarthritis, gout, some cancers, and breathing problems such as […]
Cardio in the morning, strength training on alternate days, a jog in the evening and cycling on weekends. Are you pushing your body way too hard? Experts are unanimous that exercise alone won’t help you lose weight. And that overtraining – or overreaching – may hamper your health and fitness goals. Overtraining is when you […]
You watch every morsel you put into your mouth, you hit the gym with unflinching regularity and you haven’t missed a yoga class in six months. Why aren’t you losing weight? We all know that exercise alone can’t help you lose weight but perhaps your gender is to blame! A study, carried out at Rowett […]
By Meenakshi S.
Staying committed to a fitness routine needs constant inspiration and motivation. Most of us want to make sweating a part of our routine but find it tough to stay motivated to exercise. We got four HealthifyMe experts to crack the code of how you can compel yourself to stick to your health and fitness routine. […]
Are you an Apple or a Pear? A new study has shown that women with apple-shaped bodies, those who store more fat in their trunk and abdominal regions, may be at particular risk when it comes to eating episodes during which they experience a sense of “loss of control”. The research, conducted at Drexel University, […]
By Meenakshi S.
The festive season in India is a time to celebrate with family and friends. But naturally, it translates into a smorgasbord of sweets, snacks, and a whole lot of tasty temptations. Even those who maintain a healthy weight tend to gain a couple of pounds during this season; the overweight can put on as many […]
By Neha Jain
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
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 […]
I had a client, a woman in her late 40s. She never shared much of her health history with me. For the first month, I had to constantly text her to go for walks. She would go for 2 or 3 days, then take a break for a week. Her complaint: It’s too tough. When […]
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 […]
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.
Weight loss is one of the key factors that helps keep your heart healthy, lowers your risks of heart disease and stroke and improves your quality of life. On the occasion of World Heart Day, pledge to adopt these five diet and exercise tips to protect both your health and your waistline…
By Neha Jain
Birth order lends itself to many stereotypes. The firstborn is responsible; the middle child is easy-going; the baby is the rebel. Other studies try to pin personality differences on birth order. But a recent study claims that birth order may have an effect on a woman’s weight. A study published in the Journal of Epidemiology […]
By Meenakshi S.
If you’ve adopted the “talk-as-you-walk” credo into your lifestyle, here’s another lifestyle change you must consider. Replace your office desk with a standing table. A recent study by researchers from Loughborough University and the University of Leicester showed that, people spend an average of 5 hours and 41 minutes a day sitting at their desk […]
For eternities, meditation, or the art of focusing your mind and attention, has been used to find calm and clarity. But can this practice be designed to promote relaxation, develop compassion and love, and build internal energy help in weight loss? Research does not show a direct link between meditation and weight loss, but experts agree […]
Hashimoto’s disease is a condition in which your immune system attacks your thyroid, a small gland at the base of the neck below your Adam’s apple. This throws the body’s functioning haywire as the thyroid gland – a part of the endocrine system – needs to be in top working order. The gland produces hormones […]
By R. Kalpana
A few years back, no one knew what metabolic syndrome was. These days, it’s as widespread as the common cold. What exactly is this condition that also goes by the mysterious name of Syndrome X? Metabolic syndrome is a grouping of risk factors such as high blood pressure, high blood sugar, unhealthy cholesterol levels, and […]
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But wolfing down a plate of aloo puri or buttered toast, standard morning fare in many homes, will do you more harm than good. If you can’t do without a hot Indian breakfast, there are several healthier options to choose from. Take a look: Parathas? No, […]
Time to tone up, change your diet and get your body swimsuit ready. It’s World Bikini Day on July 5, and whether you’re stripping down and stepping out in a one piece or two, our diet and exercise tips will help you do it with confidence. Here’s how you can prepare to go bare: Tackle […]
If you’ve just embarked on an exercise routine, walking is a good way to pace yourself. The trick is to let go of the evening stroll and work up to a more athletic gait and pace. To burn calories up to 200 calories, experts say you should walk about 2 km in 30 minutes. But if you […]
Pankaj Khatak Weighs 77 kg today Weighed 85 kg earlier Lost 8 kg in a year His story Khatak, a professor and resident of Hisar, began piling on the pounds after college when he began teaching. With just 1-2 lectures a day, he blames his weight gain on his sedentary job. He was recently married […]
By Habil
Did you know your body is made up of 50-75% water? That’s one of the reasons why H20 is critical for health.According to research done by the Mayo Clinic, the average adult loses about 10 cups water every day through breathing, sweating, urinating and eliminating waste. While this can cause problems for your joints, digestive […]
She doesn’t drink, works out first thing in the morning, loads up on fruits and vegetables every two hours and works off any extra kilos she’s put on immediately. It’s now wonder actress Deepika Padukone is in such great shape, and by following her rules, and my workout plan, you can get a body like […]
We’ve talked about how drinking more water can help you lose weight. But most of us either forget to down a glass during the day, or are unenthused about chugging flavorless liquid when thirst strikes. So how can we up our daily water intake? Here are four easy suggestions: #1 Eat fruits and vegetables that […]
By Neha Jain
