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How to Deal with Stress when it Affects Your Work and Mental Health

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Stress is a common experience that everyone faces at some point in their lives. It can come from various sources, such as work, family, financial issues, or health problems. Stress can take a toll on our mental health and well-being, leading to anxiety, depression, and other related health issues. Moreover, stress can also affect our work performance, leading to decreased productivity, poor decision-making, and even job loss. Therefore, it is essential to learn how to deal with stress effectively to maintain our mental health and work performance. Practice Mindfulness One of the best ways to deal with stress is to practice mindfulness. Mindfulness is a technique that involves being present and aware of the current moment, without judgment. It can help you identify the sources of your stress and develop coping strategies to deal with them. You can practice mindfulness by taking a few minutes to breathe deeply or meditate during your workday. You can also incorporate mindfulness practice...

Cholesterol Levels High? Fight It Naturally!!

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In this fast-paced life, one needs to sit back to introspect if we happen to do justice to our bodies in terms of care or not. And surprisingly in most cases, the answer is a NO. It is unfortunate that we consider this important only when it is already too late. In the present era, several external factors such as to increased stress levels, intake of unhealthy and inadequate diets, sedentary lifestyle, together put us at an increased risk of several health problems, including elevated cholesterol levels. Excessive and regular intake of unhealthy foods eventually causes cholesterol build-up in the blood vessels and narrows the passage of blood leading to serious heart problems. Elevated cholesterol levels itself paved the way for several associated health problems such as cardiovascular problems, heart attacks, and associated problems. Natural Ways To Reduce Cholesterol Level The mainstay treatment option for elevated cholesterol, no doubt, is medications such as statins and other medi...

Dengue: Symptoms, Diagnosis And Treatment

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  Mosquitoes are known to cause serious illnesses  and  dengue  is one such common condition that needs attention. Every year, our country struggles with dengue, with a huge number of people getting infected and some even get hospitalized. Dengue is an extremely common viral infection which is transmitted by mosquitoes and presents as high-grade fever, body aches, and pain in the joints. But knowing about its symptoms and prevention measures, one can easily fight this deadly infection.      What Is A Dengue Fever? Dengue is a viral infection caused by the bite of female Aedes Aegypti mosquito. There are four serotypes (different types within a species of virus) of dengue virus. Infection with any one of the serotypes confers lifelong immunity from that particular strain but only partial protection against the others. At present, type 1 and type 2 strains are widespread in India. It is possible to get dengue more than once. There are 4 different but rel...

Vitamin C Vs Cold Attacks

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  Cold is the most common reason for missing work and school. Vitamin C is often recommended as a natural remedy for it. is also a major cause of acute morbidity and doctor visit. On an average, adults suffer from 2-3 cold attacks per year. The frequency in kids is even higher. Recurrent cold and cough can occur because of various reasons such as viral/bacterial infections, respiratory conditions like asthma, or a weak immune system. Nonetheless, a permanent solution for cold is yet to be discovered. Efficacy of Vitamin C in treating cold and cough has always been debatable. Let’s get to know more about  Vitamin C .   Functions of Vitamin C   1. Helps in the development and maintenance of connective tissue. 2. Aids in bone formation, maintaining healthy gums, and wound healing. 3. Involved in various metabolic activities like converting cholesterol to bile acids. 4. Strengthens the immune system. The  Recommended Dietary Allowance  of V...

How to get vitamin D without risking excessive sun exposure

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Vitamin D is essential for maintaining strong bones, a healthy immune system, and overall well-being.  That's because your body can only absorb calcium, the primary component of bone, when vitamin D is present. Vitamin D also regulates many other cellular functions in your body. The best natural source of vitamin D is the sun, but spending too much time in the sun can increase the risk of skin cancer and premature aging. In this blog post, we will discuss how to get vitamin D without risking excessive sun exposure. Food sources of Vitamin D One of the best ways to get vitamin D is through food. Some foods that are rich in vitamin D include fatty fish like salmon, tuna, swordfish, sardines and mackerel, cod liver oil, egg yolks, Orange juice fortified with vitamin D, fortified milk and cereal . Incorporating these foods into your diet can help you get the vitamin D your body needs without exposing your skin to harmful UV rays. Vitamin D supplements Another way to get vitamin ...

Self-Sustaining Lifestyles: A Path to Sustainability and Self-Sufficiency

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Introduction Self-sustaining lifestyles are becoming increasingly popular as people are looking for ways to become more self-sufficient while also minimizing their impact on the environment. Self-sustaining lifestyles involve individuals or communities producing their own food, energy, and other resources in a sustainable and eco-friendly manner. In this blog post, we will explore the concept of self-sustaining lifestyles and how they can contribute to a more sustainable future. Benefits of Self-Sustaining Lifestyles Self-sustaining lifestyles offer numerous benefits, both for individuals and the environment. One of the key benefits is that it reduces our dependence on external resources, such as food and energy, which can be expensive and have a negative impact on the environment. By producing our own resources, we become more self-sufficient and reduce our ecological footprint. Another benefit of self-sustaining lifestyles is that it promotes a healthier and more active lifestyle. ...

Did you know garlic boosts your immunity? 🧄🧄🧄🧄

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The beneficial effects of Allium sativum ( GARLIC ) on health have been emphasized for centuries. Garlic is a rich source of vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin B1, B2, B3, B6, folate, magnesium, phosphorus, sodium, zinc, iron, manganese, and calcium. Garlic contains numerous compounds that have the potential to influence immunity. What makes garlic a magical immunity booster is the presence of Allicin, a sulfur-containing phytonutrient, which helps in fighting several ailments, likely to be the source of its antibacterial and anti-viral properties. In fact, the presence of immunity-boosting nutrients and antioxidants makes garlic a miraculous spice, which has been used for treating several diseases like smallpox, coronary diseases, seasonal flu, infections, cardiovascular disorders, gastric ulcer, and even cancer, etc. Raw garlic has the potential to ward off cough and cold conditions. Eating two crushed garlic cloves on an empty stomach has the maximum benefit. For kids and babies...

How does caffeine affect sleep?

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Caffeine is a naturally occurring psychoactive chemical that is extensively utilised in foods and beverages all over the world. Caffeine may be present in various plants, such as coffee beans, tea leaves, cacao pods, and kola nuts. Caffeine is also synthesised and utilised in pharmaceuticals and energy drinks for its energising and alerting properties. Caffeine is most often found in beverages. Because there are so many differences in caffeinated drinks, it can be difficult to tell how much caffeine is in a certain drink, especially a freshly prepared cup of tea or coffee with no label. Coffee, on the other hand, is the most potent and consumed caffeinated drink A single eight-ounce cup of coffee contains between 95-200mg of caffeine. For comparison, a 12-ounce soda contains 35-45mg, about half the amount of a weaker cup of coffee. How Caffeine Affects the Brain: When we consume items that contain caffeine, such as drinks or foods, it is quickly absorbed by our stomach and small intest...

Did you know the age of your bones?

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  YOU ARE AS YOUNG AS YOUR BONES   A healthy body and a healthy mind needs healthy bones at the care   Bone Basics o     Some people think of bones as hard and life less, but they are actually a living, growing tissue. o     Bones are made up of  3 major components  that make them flexible and strong: o     70% of all bone mass contains inorganic material (calcium phosphates) & 30% is o     Of organic material (collagen & Osteocalcin). o     Bone is a highly dynamic tissue. Remodelling is a continuous process in bones. o     The remodelling cycle involves bone resorption and bone formation.   What is Osteoporosis? o     Osteoporosis means “ porous bone ” Healthy bone under a microscope, looks like a honeycomb. If you have Osteoporosis, the holes and spaces in the honey comb are much bigger. This means your bones have lost density or mass have bec...