Misconceptions and Facts About COVID-19

COVID-19

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), most people infected with COVID-19 experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without any special treatment. Older people are likely to be seriously affected if they have underlying medical problems such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, and cancer. The best way to protect yourself and …

Important guidelines that can reduce risk of cancer

cancer

According to the American Cancer Society, cancer is the second leading cause of death among both men and women in the United States. The most common causes of cancer are: Smoking and tobacco Genetics Lifestyle choices Environmental factors including excessive exposure to the sun and radiation Infectious agents One half of cancer cases are preventable …

Lifestyle changes to reduce weight and waist size

Lifestyle changes

A waist circumference of more than 88 cm (35 inches) in women and more than 102 cm (40 inches) in men can increase the risks of developing type 2 diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia (abnormal amount of lipids in the blood), and cardiovascular disease (www.nhlbi.nih.gov/). These waist circumference measurements are associated with a Body Mass Index range …

Health Goals You Achieve If You Walk Daily

Walk

The great Greek physician Hippocrates once said “Walking is man’s best medicine”. Walking daily can reduce the risk of noncommunicable diseases and increase health benefits not only physical, but also mental well-being by reducing stress. It is an aerobic exercise, which means that it increases oxygen flow in the bloodstream and helps eliminate toxins and …

Important Tips to Maintain Healthy and Glowing Skin in Summer

Skin in Summer

In summer, your skin is prone to many problems like sunburns, itchy rashes, fungal infections and so on. The summer season can really dehydrate you, because you sweat so much. When the skin gets dehydrated, it becomes more sensitive. It makes your skin acne prone, dry, and what not. So here are some things you …

Simple Stretches and Strengthening Exercises to Reduce Shoulder Pain

Shoulder Pain

There are many factors and conditions that can lead to shoulder pain. Understanding the “Anatomy” of the Shoulder explained by “Washington University Orthopaedics” can help you figure out the factors that cause shoulder pain. The shoulder is made up two joints: the acromioclavicular joint and the glenohumeral joint. The acromioclavicular joint where two bones meet …