Category: Wellness and Complementary Therapies
Foot care tips for diabetics during the winter
While some might assume that summer is the most difficult season for the diabetic foot ― people tend to walk barefoot, which increases the chance of injuries ― it is in fact the winter months that are the most dangerous […]
Foods to help you quit smoking
Compared to nonsmokers, most smokers tend to consume more alcohol and high caloric food ― such as fatty foods. They also have lower intake of antioxidant vitamins (vitamins C, E and A) from healthy vegetables and fruits, thereby having a […]
Umami can improve one’s health
The umami taste could have an important and beneficial role in health, according to research published in the open access journal Flavour. The journal’s special series of articles ‘The Science of Taste’ also finds that ‘kokumi’ substances, which modify flavour, […]
Mood disorders associated with biorhythm
A major medical condition closely related to one’s biorhythm is bipolar disorder. The disease is characterized by repeated episodes of depression and manic periods. Compared to the manic phase, when the person is very active, in a good mood and […]
The don’ts when you’re having flu
Don’t take antibiotics A virus causes the flu. Only an anti-viral quashes virus. “Don’t expect the usual antibiotics to have any impact on the flu. There are prescription antiviral drugs that work on influenza and nothing else [works],” says Dr. […]
Moderate intake of red wine boosts metabolism
Red wine or even the juice from red grapes could induce fat burning when consumed in moderation, according to a new study at Oregon State University in the US. The findings suggest this could be the basis of a useful […]
5 great work-outs to try
1. Extended Full-Body Plank It’s not enough anymore to hold a plank for three minutes, or even 10. You should aspire to the full-body plank, which works almost every muscle in the body. How to pull it off: Assume a plank […]
Meditate for a youthful brain
Preserving the brain’s most important tissue — the neuron-rich gray matter — could be accomplished through meditation, according to a new study at the University of California at Los Angeles. As early as the mid-to-late 20s, the brain starts to […]
Different age groups require different sleep time, say experts
There’s nothing like a good rest after a long day at work. Sleep is vital to overall health and well-being and ensures that people function at their best. But how many hours under the sheets do humans really need to […]
Venting on Twitter about sexism relieves stress
When it comes to sexism, women experience increased well-being when they express themselves on Twitter, according to a new study from Wilfrid Laurier University in Canada. “We know women can be badly affected by experiences of sexism and that responding […]
