Medically reviewed by Dr. Shunmukha Priya, Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition The novel Coronavirus that broke out in China has made its way to India too and the number of infected according to the latest reports are are 6,744 as per the latest figures from Union Health Ministry. The death toll from Covid-19 rose […]
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Medically reviewed by Dr. Shunmukha Priya, Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition Gestational weight gain is defined as the amount of weight you gain from the commencement of your conception to the time just before the birth of the infant. During this period, you will undergo many changes both biologically and physiologically. The Institute of Medicine (IOM) […]
Obesity is one of the common critical conditions in the world which is a result of excess body fat. If your weight starts to increase abnormally, you need to get checked immediately since it will eventually lead to overweight and obesity. To understand obesity, it is important to understand the different stages of weight gain. […]
Medically reviewed by Dr. Shunmukha Priya, Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition Being obese and overweight is not good for your health and therefore, fitness and healthy living should be a part and parcel of your life. Thankfully, simple lifestyle changes and healthy habits can help you achieve it. From eating nutrient-dense foods to exercising regularly, […]
Medically reviewed by Dr. Shunmukha Priya, Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a medical condition affecting women whose hormone patterns are altered with higher than normal production of Androgen which is a male sex hormone. Table of Content What is PCOD? PCOS symptoms When to see a doctor? Diagnosis of PCOS […]
Medically reviewed by Dr. Shunmukha Priya, Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition Weight loss surgery is one of the methods using which people try to shed some excess fat. Also known as “bariatric surgery”, this surgery is opted by people who cannot indulge in traditional weight loss methods. This method is also chosen by people who want […]
Medically reviewed by Dr. Shunmukha Priya, Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition Obesity is a bodily condition marked by excessive deposition and storage of fat which develops gradually with time and does not happen overnight. While a BMI of 25 is considered to be healthy internationally, it has been reported that for Indians, more precisely the South […]
Medically reviewed by Dr. Shunmukha Priya, Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition Weight loss diet, healthy meal plan, how to lose weight in 3 months, how many calories I should eat to lose so and so weight in XYZ months… Do these ring a bell? Well, these are some of the most searched topics on the internet […]
You have had your gala time over the weekend; you slip into bed dreaming of all good things and boom! It’s 8 O’clock on Monday. Even before the Monday blues start taking over your senses, you got to rush to catch that bus or metro to be on time for office. In the hustle and […]
Inputs from chief nutritionist Suhasini Mudraganam and fitness expert Sobha Rani Ringing in the New Year with a handful of resolutions has been the norm for years. From promising to quit unhealthy habits to wanting to meet certain fitness goals, the start of the year has seen it all. Resolutions are great per se. They […]