What do you know about Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)? Sexually Transmitted Diseases ( STDs) are caused by infections that are passed from one person to another through sexual contact. They could be caused by bacteria, parasites, yeast or viruses. The most common STDs in India include: • Chlamydia • Genital Herpes • Gonorrhea […]
Top 3 Men’s Health Concerns #InternationalMensDay has just passed by and it is time to focus on health issues that men commonly face. According to statistics, out of 15 leading causes of death, men lead women in all except Alzheimers’ Disease. According to the American Journal of Men’s Health – ‘Men […]
Exercise your way to a Healthy Heart! It is often said that a healthy heart means a healthy body, but the reverse is true as well. One of the easiest ways to keep your heart healthy is by keeping yourself fit and active. Lack of physical activity and sedentary lifestyles have a […]
What are Lifestyle Disorders? Most people nowadays have little to no time for physical activity, healthy eating etc. It’s now common for most of us to return home from work, binge eat while either using the computer or watching TV. This is one of the major reasons that Lifestyle Disorders are now […]
How to use a Glucometer? Monitoring Blood Sugar Levels at Home Diabetes is one of the most common ailments in our country. It is estimated that nearly 50 million people in India suffer from Diabetes. Early diagnosis, regular monitoring and treatment is key and a Glucometer is now a common feature in most […]
What is COPD? Are you at Risk? COPD is a term used to describe progressive lung diseases characterized by increasing breathlessness. share
Stop Pneumonia Now Prevent the spread of Pneumonia Pneumonia is the infection of the lungs causing inflammation of both the lungs or a single lung. Pneumonia is caused by variety of organisms varying from bacterias, viruses, fungi or parasites. As the cause of infection is different, the treatment, prevention and steps to curtail the […]
Why are Immunizations Important? Most people want the best for their children and do their best to protect their children and keep them safe. Immunizations are one of the best ways to keep your child healthy. With World Immunization Day, around the corner – 10th November, it is important to highlight why […]
Mindfulness Meditation – Are you Present now? Mindfulness Meditation is a form of meditation designed to develop the skill of paying attention to the present moment and increase awareness in our daily lives. Studies have shown that careful moment-to-moment attention developed with mindfulness helps individuals better cope with stress, stay calm, increase […]
Eat Healthy. Stay Healthy! Indian food, just like our country, is very diverse. We have an adequate mix of healthy foods including grains, pulses and vegetables high in fiber and protein rich legumes but also, unhealthy foods such as deep fried pakoras, samosas, etc. which are extremely high in calories, along […]
