LIFESTYLE
Children are too at risk of getting Rheumatoid Arthritis: Experts
"Rheumatology is not understood even by the general public. Children cannot express themselves well regarding these issues. But there is a good chance that they also can get arthritis. Stiffness in the hands and legs, long fever, and decreased eyesight are some of the symptoms which should be taken care of. Parents should take their children to a rheumatologist and get evaluated," said Dr Suma Balan, a paediatric rheumatologist.
Fruits, veggies rich-diet may help lower risk of diabetes
The diabetes epidemic is primarily caused by unhealthy diets, having overweight or obesity, genetic predisposition, and other lifestyle factors such as a lack of exercise. Plant-based diets, especially healthy ones rich in high quality foods such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, have been associated with a lower risk of developing T2D but the underlying mechanisms involved are not fully understood.
Astro Zindagi (Weekly Horoscope: April 11-17)
Aries: You may have to put forth more effort this week to complete your tasks. Delays may result, which may cause you distress. As a result, some of your tasks may be hindered. Do not be irritated or stubborn. Make an effort to adjust your behaviour at work in order to promote better harmony. It's possible that your mother is ill and in need of your help.
The Master of spices
Chef Singh's first food festival was at a hotel in Chennai in 1998, and he hasn't looked back since. For the last three decades, he has done pop-ups at hotels across the country and has risen to the position of Punjabi cuisine Ambassador. He has been featured in the Discovery Channel shows 'Rhodes Across India' by Gary Rhodes, 'Feeding Frenzy' by NDTV Good Times, and 'Khaana Khazaana' as the mastermind behind the 'Art of Spice.'
Nutraceuticals: Key to holistic health for women and men
A nutraceutical is a food or beverage fortified with additional nutrients to provide health benefits. They can be used to improve overall health or to focus on specific areas of concern. Women, for example, require iron to maintain energy levels and prevent anaemia, whereas men require zinc to support prostate health. Both men and women can ensure that they are getting all of the key nutrients their bodies require for optimal health by taking a well-rounded nutraceutical supplement.
The changing face of fitness in India
As with most businesses around the world, technology has been a central theme, with accelerated adoption during the pandemic fueling unprecedented changes in consumer behaviour willing to try new apps, workouts, and be counselled all from the comfort of their own home. However, with everyone jumping on the "online fitness" bandwagon, albeit with a variety of approaches, there has been a significant increase in the number of fitness platforms all vying to "disrupt" the fitness industry.
Pandemic WFH: 75% Mumbaikars agonised by bone & joints problems
The survey, conducted by the Fortis Hospitals at Mulund & Kalyan, Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi, and S.L.Raheja Hospital, Mahim -- guided by Dr. Kaushal Malhan, Dr. Manish Sontakke and Dr. Siddharth M. Shah -- covered 5,005 citizens, comprising 65 per cent women and the rest men, all aged between 31-40 years. Of these 75 per cent -- or three-fourths of the WFH crowds -- 8 per cent complained of numbness in arms/legs, 14 per cent had pains in the lower body with difficulties in getting up, 19 per cent experienced stiffening of the legs and lower back while 26 per cent revealed pain or tingling in the neck and shoulders due to constant use of devices.
Of pain, healing and art
Baswani has been painting, sculpting, and working on two major ongoing art projects for the last many years -- 'Artist through the Lens', a photographic project of the last two decades where she intimately documents artists' studios and denizens across the arts community from the Indians subcontinent, photographing them from a position of familiarity with their artistic practices and offering insights into their creative spaces and 'Postcards from Home'.
4th Covid jab triples protection against severe illness in people over 60: Israeli study
On Tuesday, the ministry said that the study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, was conducted by it along with three leading Israeli universities and the Sheba Medical Center, Israel's largest hospital, Xinhua news agency reported. Using the ministry's database, the researchers extracted data on 1,252,331 persons aged 60 or above and eligible for a fourth dose. It was conducted when the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2 was predominant, between January 10 and March 2.
Philips India launches new Sonicare electric toothbrushes
Royal Philips unveils the new Philips Sonicare range of electric toothbrush series, Philips Sonicare 1000 and 3000 series, and Protective Clean 4300 Series, which features advanced sonic technology providing three to seven times better plaque removal as compared to manual toothbrushes.
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