Medically reviewed by Dr. Shunmukha Priya, Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition Childhood obesity is undoubtedly a growing menace. The prevalence of this condition is so high that tackling it is quite challenging. We all are aware of obesity and its dangers but what is this childhood obesity? Childhood obesity is a condition where body fat in […]
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Medically reviewed by Spandana Nagulapally, Masters in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics We all want to shed those extra pounds and look our best. Adopting an intermittent fasting and healthy lifestyle will benefit in the long run and can curb a number of lifestyle-related diseases. To achieve great health, it is important to eat a well-balanced diet and […]
Medically reviewed by Spandana Nagulapally, Masters in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics In the recent past, people across the globe are becoming health conscious and trying to keep obesity at bay thanks to the awareness campaigns. When you lose weight and overcome obesity, you avoid a range of lifestyle-related health disorders like hypertension, heart stroke and even diabetes. […]
Medically reviewed by Dr. Shunmukha Priya, Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition The B12 Vitamin, also known as Cyanocobalamin, is a water-soluble vitamin that nourishes the body’s nerve and blood cells and helps in making of the DNA, the genetic material present in all cells. B12 also prevents a type of anaemia called the Megaloblastic anaemia that […]
Medically reviewed by Dr. Shunmukha Priya, Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition In the past decade alone, the consumption of junk food among the population has multi-folded steadily. Junk foods excite your taste-bud, it’s much cheaper to buy and packaged foods take less than 10 minutes to cook. These factors have made junk foods extremely popular in […]
Medically reviewed by Dr. Shunmukha Priya, Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition Medical professionals and scientists have time and again stressed that it is crucial to get a minimum of seven to eight hours of sleep. Not getting enough sleep will have long term implications on physical and mental health. Table of content What is sleep? Stages […]
Medically reviewed by Dr. Shunmukha Priya, Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition For healthy and strong bones, it is very important to have enough Vitamin D in the body. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin helps the body to absorb calcium and protects bones from turning brittle. It also plays a vital role in boosting the body’s […]
Medically reviewed by Dr. Shunmukha Priya, Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition Humans have adopted the practice of fasting since time immemorial and religious fastings are a classic example of this. Many scientists and experts in the past have come up with various fasting methods too. Over time, with the help of several studies and results, […]
There is a misconception among numerous weight loss enthusiasts that following a strict and extreme diet will yield better results. However, many experts have dismissed this myth time and again. Fitness enthusiasts and health experts have stressed that losing weight by following an extreme diet is of no use since this method is not only […]
Apart from affecting self-confidence, disproportionate or flabby arms tend to disrupt the visual orientation of the human body. However, relevant and scientifically proven arm exercises can help one do away with that extra fat once and for all. Scientifically speaking, a balanced proportion of fat is essential to the body. However, excess secretions of hormones […]