Health & Wellness

10 WAYS TO RELIEVE ACID REFLUX

09 Mar 2021 03:13 AM IST

GERD is an upward movement of stomach contents into the oesophagus. The phenomenon is not problematic if it is occasional. But if it becomes chronic, frequent and increases in intensity, then it can cause pain. A burning sensation from the stomach to the mouth is a tell-a-a tale sign of

HOW FEMALE DOCS ARE BALANCING THEIR WORK AND WELL-BEING IN COVID TIMES

09 Mar 2021 03:07 AM IST

Five female doctors open up about dealing with the pandemic while adhering to the Covid-19 norms, battling stress, anxiety, and concerns about the safety of their family.

THE SCIENCE BEHIND WET WIPES FOR INFANT SKIN

02 Mar 2021 09:31 AM IST

Baby wipes are an essential part of life for families with babies. A baby’s sensitive skin requires only the best of products which is why choosing the right kind of baby wipes is significant. In the recent past, baby wipes have emerged as a major category in the FMCG sector.

DECODING THE IMPACT OF NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT INTAKE ON YOUR DIET

02 Mar 2021 09:22 AM IST

Having a balanced diet is the key to provide essential nutrients to the human body. However, amid tight routines, the growing popularity of fast foods, and unhealthy eating habits, most of us miss out on a balanced diet and vital nutrients. This results in nutritional deficiencies and an array of

BUSTING COMMON MYTHS AROUND JOINT REPLACEMENT SURGERY

02 Mar 2021 09:20 AM IST

Let’s review some of the most common myths around joint replacement before you decide to undergo surgery.

SKINCARE MISTAKES THAT HASTEN AGEING

23 Feb 2021 08:51 AM IST

While skin ageing is a natural process that occurs through a combination of physiological and environmental factors, several ill-informed skincare practices may contribute to premature ageing. Often, out of disregard or lack of awareness, we adopt skincare or lifestyle practices that hasten the breakdown of collagen or cause irritation of

CHILDHOOD OBESITY AND ITS IMPACT ON THYROID IN LATER YEARS

23 Feb 2021 08:47 AM IST

Childhood obesity is a growing health concern these days and its prevalence is increasing all over the world. According to experts, children who are overweight or obese are at more risk of developing health issues in the future as compared to children having normal weight. WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF

HOW ONLINE PERSONALISED LIFESTYLE COACHING IS IMPROVING OVERALL FITNESS

23 Feb 2021 08:42 AM IST

The digitalisation of health and fitness services has caved in to the ecosystem with an extremely gradual yet visible shift. Most lifestyle coaching spaces now either have both physical and virtual funnels or have gone entirely virtual with respect to their mode of engagement. Indeed, gyms are always going to

THE LONG-TERM IMPACT OF WORK FROM HOME ON SPINAL HEALTH

16 Feb 2021 04:29 AM IST

The Covid-19 pandemic has been a testing time for everyone around the world. In the new normal, while some offices have started functioning fully, others still have part of their organisation working from home. Most people without a proper home office set up may therefore need to make do their

HOW TO MANAGE STUBBORN DANDRUFF

16 Feb 2021 04:26 AM IST

Dandruff is a skin condition that is localised on the scalp and can happen occasionally on different areas of the face like the sides of nose, eyebrows, ears and eyelids. The medical name for dandruff is seborrheic dermatitis and consists of small patches of scaly skin. Some FAQs about the

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT HEART FAILURE

16 Feb 2021 04:22 AM IST

Health experts discuss causes, treatment and ways to reduce the risk of heart failure on Heart Failure Awareness Week.

GRIEF AND LOSS LEAD TO MENTAL ILLNESS, THIS IS HOW YOU CAN COPE WITH IT

09 Feb 2021 09:02 AM IST

“That’s the thing about pain, it demands to be heard.” Ever heard of this phrase? In the world of generic statements, some stand painfully true and this one certainly takes the cake. A human brain is a complicated machine, dealing with intricate details of everyday life. We depend on it