Category: Wellness and Complementary Therapies
Nuts Contribute to Bone Health
Consuming food which contains magnesium like nuts is as important as intake of calcium-rich foods in building strong bones in children, a recent research has suggested. “Lots of nutrients are important for children to have healthy bones. One of these […]
For Humans, Fig is More Than Just a Fruit
Figs are familiar to a wide cross-section of human society and have widespread importance. David Wilson of Ecology and Heritage Partners and Anna Wilson from the University of Melbourne in Australia has explored the global nature of this association between […]
Exercise Helps Prevent Kidney Stone Risk
In older women, exercise was found to cut kidney stone formation, find researchers. The study noted that even walking for a couple hours a week could cut the risk of developing this painful and common problem by about one-third, the […]
Laughter Therapy to Cure Diseases
The number of people who are choosing laughter therapy to cure diseases has increased in the recent times, say doctors. According to doctors, laughter therapy entered India around 1995 and as of now, there are over 7,000 laughter clubs and […]
Help your child cope with stress
SINGAPORE – Exam time can be stressful for students and is often even more stressful for parents. With the primary and secondary school exams now on, it is no wonder that both parents and children are feeling the heat. However, […]
How to keep mosquitoes away
Citronella candles keep mosquitoes and other insects away. Lighting them at night can create a romantic mood. Citronella plants are also effective. House Fans Using wind is an effective method against mosquitoes and other airborne pests. It prevents mosquitoes from […]
Vitamin E may Boost Heart Health for Ex-Smokers
A specific form of vitamin E supplement may help give ex-smokers an extra boost towards living a healthier lifestyle. In the small study, improvement in blood vessel function associated with the added vitamin E potentially translates into an estimated 19 […]
10 ways to keep body and brain fresh
The human body is made to move, not sit for hours a day in an office chair, health experts said. For desk jockeys who cannot find the time to hit a gym, there are a few mini-workouts that you can […]
Coffee may Reduce Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence
Coffee consumption could cut the risk of breast cancer recurring in patients taking the drug Tamoxifen, shows study. In the study, patients who took the pill, along with two or more cups of coffee daily, reported less than half the […]
Tips to avoid diet-related chronic diseases
Do you wake up before the sun rises, and only reach home after it has disappeared from the horizon? Are you always rushing from one meeting to the next on a daily basis? With so much going on in our […]
