Category: Wellness and Complementary Therapies
Broccoli could help prevent arthritis: Researchers
Eating plenty of broccoli could help to prevent or slow down the onset of osteoarthritis, researchers said Wednesday. Scientists at the University of East Anglia found that sulforaphane, which is found in broccoli as well as Brussels sprouts and cabbage, […]
Kiwifruit wards off fatigue, depression
Eating kiwifruit can help ward off fatigue and depression, says study. The finding came out of a University of Otago, Christchurch study which involved 54 young male university students who generally eat little fresh fruit and vegetables. They also felt […]
Treat hypertension with a healthy lifestyle
Hypertension or high blood pressure is described as a chronic medical condition characterized by elevated blood pressure in the arteries. Hypertension is becoming a serious threat across the world and is called the ‘silent killer’. Owing to the fast pace […]
Drinking apple juice may increase the risk of weight gain
Health experts have warned consumers to decrease the consumption of apple juice, as it has as much sugar as soft drinks and can increase obesity. According to Dietitians Association of Australia, apple juice, which is often selected as the healthier […]
Use antibiotics and lubricants for sore eyes
Conjunctivitis is inflammation of the conjunctiva, or the white part of the eyes, said Dr Lee Sao Bing, medical director of Shinagawa Lasik & Eye Centre at Wheelock Place. Different types of conjunctivitis have slightly different symptoms. In general, the […]
Eat healthy stay fit
Iron, vitamins or carbohydrates are nutrients essential to keep our body fit. But be careful about the quantity, warns an expert. Annapurna Agrawal, nutritionist at Snap Fitness India, recommends a list of nutrients that are required by our body. Focus […]
Save your life from fake diet tips
Getting that desirable figure that everyone envies is everyone’s dream. Every time you look in the mirror your desperation for acquiring that dream physique increases more and more. You follow difficult diet regimes, sweat for long hours in the gymnasium […]
Seven weird weight loss tricks that work
While healthy eating and exercise are the best ways to stay in good shape, sometimes we could all do with a little helping hand. If you’re bored of conventional diet advice and fancy trying something new, check out these seven […]
How brushing your teeth lowers your risk of cancer
HPV-caused throat cancer made headlines in June when the Guardian reported that actor Michael Douglas contracted throat cancer not through tobacco and alcohol, but from human papillomavirus (HPV). Douglas later said the statement was a misunderstanding, but doctors say HPV […]
Eyewear tips by Christopher Strauch, GlassesOnline
Rule of thumb with eyewear Glasses today are developing more and more into a fashion item for many. Accordingly knowing the right frame for your face and type is crucial to finding the right item out of the many choices […]
