Daily Health Tips

Whether you love it or hate it, you can’t imagine a meal without a bowl of lentils (dal) especially in your growing years if you’re of Indian origin. From the humble green lentil (moong), red lentil (masoor), split pigeon pea (toor), and split chickpeas (chana dal) ... Read More

Does eating a specific food or following a certain diet prevent Alzheimer's disease-related dementia? The answer is yes! Numerous studies have indicated that the aging brain's ability to process thought and memory is influenced by the foods we eat. This blog contains al... Read More

The development of antibiotics is one of the greatest medical advancements. They are also one of the most commonly used medicines in the world today. Antibiotics are used to ward off bacterial illnesses in humans and animals, either by killing them or by stopping their ... Read More

Special foods lovingly prepared for family and friends are an essential element of every joyful occasion. People get together over food, and no celebration is complete without it. Is the guilt of overindulgence stopping you from savoring this season festivity? If you wh... Read More

Lifestyle modification is the cornerstone of diabetes management. Regular exercise, and adequate nutrition, in combination with drug therapy, if required, can significantly improve long-term outcomes. There are several eating patterns or diets that may work for a diabet... Read More

Eating at desks may look convenient to the ever-busy professional in you; however, more often than not, it means mindless eating. A 9 to 5 sitting job exposes you to a number of health hazards including heart disease, obesity, increased blood pressure, anxiety, and much... Read More

Out of all the micronutrients we consume, vitamins play a vital role in our base metabolism. When we have low levels of vitamin B12 or B9 (folate) it leads to deficiency of vitamins. This condition usually occurs when our body doesn’t produce enough healthy red blood ... Read More

We all know that calcium is essential for strong bones and teeth. This is why it is always advised to keep a regular check on our daily intake of calcium. But, did you know that as low a calcium level causes harm to your body - so does a high calcium level? You read it ... Read More

Anyone who knows a thing or two about a healthy and nutritious diet identifies dietary fiber as the best source to prevent constipation. However, fiber can do much more than ensure regular bowel movements. Here is a closer look at this brilliant food component that make... Read More

Almost 60% of our body is made up of water. The much needed water content is vital for processes, metabolism, regulating functions of vital organs such as brain, skin, lungs, muscles, kidneys and more. Excess amount of water may sometimes accumulate inside our body, and... Read More

Sodium chloride or what we call ‘table salt’ makes up 0.4 percent of the human body-weight. While most of medical science has focused on sodium being one of the leading causes of high blood pressure and heart issues, low sodium levels or hyponatremia can also lead t... Read More

We all know that water is one of the best healing elixirs for any ailment. It helps to flush out the toxins from our body and let it function smoothly. While it is always advised to drink at least 8 to 12 glasses of water, daily, there are chances that over-consumption ... Read More