If you’re trying to make better food choices for your health and the environment, you may have considered organic foods. But how do you tell
As we all decompress from the high of the Paris Olympics and gear up for the Paralympics, let’s reflect on a few learnings from the
Traditionally, sports have been viewed as primarily beneficial to physical health. However, there’s a growing awareness of their substantial impact on mental well-being. Sports contribute
What is it? Melatonin is a neurohormone, secreted by the pineal gland in the brain and it regulates the sleep/wake cycle. Light suppresses melatonin synthesis.
Ever feel like you are running on a hamster wheel, putting in endless hours but not seeing the results you desire? It’s time to switch
What is Beta-Alanine? Beta-alanine is a non-essential amino acid that is naturally produced in the body and can also be obtained through dietary sources like
Preconception nutrition research has shown that the diet influences fertility in both women and men. Yes, you read that right! Infertility is a growing problem
In the past few years, more people have been trying intravenous (IV) therapy, believing it brings various health advantages like more energy and a better
Understanding Gestational Diabetes: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) occurs when higher levels of pregnancy hormones interfere with the body’s ability to produce enough insulin to maintain
What is it? In June of 2018, the World Health Organisation (WHO) released the 11th edition of its International Classification of Diseases, and for the
Back pain can be categorized into Acute (sudden onset) and Chronic (prolonged) low back pain. Statistically, around 80% of people will experience low back pain
The robust association of endurance running with improved quality of life and longevity underscores the importance of putting risks into perspective with other well-established health
Palm oil consumption and it’s effects on blood lipid levels and cardiovascular disease (CVD) in humans is still a subject of debate. Advocacy groups with
What is it? Curcumin is the primary bioactive substance in turmeric. Curcumin and the curcuminoids can be extracted from turmeric to produce supplements that have
About HPV: HPV, or Human Papillomavirus, is a group of viruses that can infect the genital area, mouth, and throat of both males and females.
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), also known as Indian ginseng, is a herb used in Ayurveda, the traditional medicine of India. Various parts of the plant are
L-carnitine is a compound made in the body from the amino acids lysine and methionine. It is also found in food, primarily in meat products,
Interpreting a lipid profile correctly can be quite daunting. With new studies indicating how total cholesterol values cannot be used in isolation to gauge heart
Recently an article was carried by the media reporting the death of a teenage boy in London. Apparently, he suffered irreversible brain damage after drinking
Recently the World Health Organisation (WHO) released a guideline on the use of non sugar sweeteners (NSS), recommending complete avoidance or reducing their use. This
Exercise and sleep have a robust relationship. Exercise improves sleep, while better sleep makes it easier to stick with an exercise program. If you don’t
The ketogenic diet has been used popularly for weight loss. Although fat burning is the main effect, it also provides multiple health benefits like lowering
Introduction Symptoms Diagnosis and Treatment How can exercise help? Training recommendations Modifications may be needed during a migraine episode.
Two articles were reported by the media recently that received much attention regarding their causal association with heart disease. When studies like these are reported,
Anger is a normal emotion which gives rise to a sense of antagonism towards someone when you feel they are trying to do you wrong. Very often
Pelvic pain during pregnancy is also referred to as Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD) or pelvic girdle pain. The pelvic girdle consists of two hip bones
Prolong exercise leads to a lot of sweating, you need to drink fluid during exercise to replace the fluids you lose when you sweat. That
When we talk about arthritis, we generally mean the most common form of arthritis, osteoarthritis. It’s a condition that involves the wearing away of cartilage
Heart failure (HF) known as congestive heart failure occurs when the heart muscle does not pump blood as well as it should. When this happens,
With respect to the development of obesity and type-2 diabetes (T2DM), it is important to consider individual effects of different nutrients on insulin secretion and
In India, the National Nutrition Week is observed every year from September 1 to September 7. The day was launched by Ministry of Women
The presence of women participating in competitive sports is steadily growing. Women in sport defy gender stereotypes and social norms, make inspiring role models, and show men and
Exercise has beneficial effects on blood pressure. The exercise prescription for extremely overweight/hypertensive patients is best formulated by an exercise specialist who is qualified to
‘Stress eating’ is a phrase with a lot of truth behind it. The effects of sugary ‘comfort foods’, and stress and the hormones released by
Kidney stone disease (nephrolithiasis) is extremely common, causing substantial pain and a large economic cost. It can cause post-renal acute kidney injury (AKI) via obstruction
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is characterized by chronic oligo- and/or anovulation, clinical and/or biochemical signs of hyperandrogenism, and/or polycystic ovaries detected by ultrasound. Three main
Different individuals over the years have assessed my female figure in the most bizarre of situations – not only in obvious places like an athletic
HIV drugs and their negative effects Although the world has made significant progress in recent decades, HIV remains a major public health issue that affects
Running is a form of exercise which involves the use of multiple muscles and joint movements. It helps in improving the cardiorespiratory fitness of the
Osteoporosis, the skeletal disease of bone thinning and compromised bone strength continues to be a major public health issue. Bone fragility and increased risk of
Knee osteoarthritis is degeneration of the knee’s cartilage—the flexible, slippery material that normally protects bones from joint friction and impact. The condition also involves changes
Early observational studies described some degree of cardiac involvement in up to 78% of infected Covid-19 patients, ranging from troponin elevations to features of myocarditis
As we continue to live under a shadow of uncertainty, many are experiencing what experts are calling “ COVID- 19 SHOCK”. It’s no surprise that
National Nutrition Week is observed from September 1 to September 7 annually in India. The theme of the 2021 National Nutrition Week is ‘feeding smart
Age related or posture related wear and tear of the spinal discs is referred to as spondylosis. Neck pain can be the main symptom of
Skin is the largest organ of our body. It constitutes of around 16% of total body weight. Skin serves as a physical barrier to harmful
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal problem that affects a women during their childbearing years. It not only affects the reproductive system but also
This is a beneficial postural and functional exercise. The exercise aims to help in balance, coordination and stability of the whole body. This exercise can
In the not-so-distant past, women were urged to cut down on or even avoid exercise during pregnancy. Doctors feared that the jarring motion of running
In week 1 of the Tokyo Games, it’s clear that just arriving at this point for some of the world’s greatest athletes was more of
Hepatitis refers to an inflammatory condition of the liver. It is commonly caused by viral infection, but there are other possible causes of hepatitis. These
Rounded shoulders is caused when the resting shoulder position moves forward than the usual shoulder position. It affects the ideal shoulder alignment and causes postural
Yoga focuses on bringing harmony between mind and body. It helps to build up psycho-physiological health and manage daily stress. Several studies have shown the
Lower leg pain can also present in the form of pain in the shin. This condition is called Shin Splints. Intensity of the pain depends
Calf muscle is an anti-gravity muscle and helps in walking/ running/ jogging/ sprinting/static standing posture. Skeletal muscle pump: the calf muscle also helps in pumping
What is Plantar fascia? The ligament at the bottom surface of our feet is called plantar fascia. The attachment of it is from bottom of
Piriformis is a small deep muscle situated under the gluteus muscle of the hip, through which the sciatic nerve passes. Tightness of the piriformis muscle
Countries across the globe are in various stages of the pandemic with many now entering the “day after” Covid 19 phase. Covid 19 is an
Most dialysis patients believe they cannot exercise. The truth is—most dialysis patients CAN and SHOULD exercise. Many renal patients describe regular exercise as the first
Why is cervical spine health important? The neck muscles are anti-gravity muscles that help to maintain mobility of the head and neck over the shoulders.
World #AIDS Day takes place on 1st December each year. It’s an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, to show
Psychological or emotional trauma occurs when a person is faced with a situation that causes distress or fright.How one experiences or reacts to trauma, can
Taurine is a non essential/conditionally essential amino acid which acts as a cell membrane stablilizer in the body and can aid various antioxidant defense systems.
Collagen is one of the most abundant protein found in your body. It is mainly responsible for preservation of texture and provide a structure to
L-Arginine is a conditionally essential amino acid found in the diet. Good food sources of L-arginine include eggs, meats, milk, soy proteins, peanuts and walnuts.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. High risk factors- Indian statistics-India shoulders one of the largest
Spine or the backbone is a vital flexible and strong structure of our body which protects our spinal cord and nerves as well as helps
The heavy metals most commonly associated with poisoning of humans are lead, mercury, arsenic and cadmium. It may also occur as a result of industrial
Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) has traditionally been seen as a “man’s problem”. CVD is the leading cause of death in women too, worldwide. The misconception that women
John Mayer and Peter Salovey were the first to discuss the concept called “Emotional Intelligence.” (EI) in 1990. They defined as it as “the ability
In terms of safety, most of these sweeteners have been found to be consumed within safe limits as per the acceptable daily intake (ADI) which
Cardiac rehabilitation is a branch of rehabilitation medicine or physical therapy dealing with optimizing physical function in patients with cardiac disease or recent cardiac surgeries.
Anger is a normal emotion which gives rise to a sense of antagonism towards someone when you feel they are trying to do you wrong. Very often
Lactation is a calorie burning activity. In the past, mothers were told not to lose too much weight too fast after pregnancy because it was
Breast milk is the 1st vaccine for your child. Available data shows vertical transmission of the virus is not possible through breast milk. However a
Breastfeeding is the best way of providing ideal food for the growth and development of the baby. Breastfeeding recommendations Complementary feeds For
Exercise Recommendations Post Pregnancy At the outset, let’s define the postpartum period and things to bear in mind specific to this phase while planning an
25th May is celebrated as World Thyroid Day to raise awareness among people battling thyroid disorders. 5 common thyroid diseases in India: (1) hypothyroidism, (2)
COVID-19 and Pregnancy If you are pregnant, you are more prone to getting infections and may have several questions regarding your pregnancy and baby. You
It is evident that people of all ages can become infected: malnourished elderly people, with low immunity and patients with chronic diseases like diabetes have
With mango season around, it becomes hard to resist a slice. We recommend a low carb lifestyle and if you still are largely on a
1. Risk quantification: Ideally, all patients should attend a pre-Ramadan assessment (6–8 weeks prior) with their doctor. Patients who fall in the ‘very high’ and
Fasting during Ramzan and trying to adhere to your fitness regime can be challenging. The first few days will be marked by changes in sleep
Immunity refers to the body’s innate ability to protect itself from foreign particles. These essentially include allergens, virus and bacteria. When the immune system encounters
Treatment of Knee Pain Treating knee pain consists of two main components: Flexibility: Flexibility is the ability of muscles to lengthen sufficiently. It involves stretching
Everyone in the world is talking about the COVID-19 pandemic: what it does to you, how many people are affected, how many people have died
Today you live in a surreal world where you wake up to a day with no fixed routines and very limited contact with others. With
You’re already quite aware of how the spreads and its prevention methods. In this article, I would like to elaborate a bit more on the
In a 2 part series, we will be looking at the causes and management of knee pain. The knee is a complicated joint with two
In my earlier blog, part 1 of the 2 part series on codependency, I had mentioned that I would be discussing boundaries and setting boundaries
Let’s discuss co-dependency in relationships. You may be in one and not even realise how it’s impacting you. To understand what co-dependency is, we need
What is PIVD? -It is known as the prolapse of the intervertebral disc and is commonly known as “slipped disc” or “herniated disc”. Discs are
Intermittent fasting (IF) is an eating pattern that cycles between periods of fasting and eating. It is one of the most followed health & fitness
Most people are aware that depression and a feeling of sadness are not the same. We feel sad, as a reaction to a situation that
What is Limb Length Discrepancy? A visible notable difference in the length of the lower or upper limbs is called Limb length discrepancy (LLD). Within
Parenting a teenager can sometimes be a challenge. There may be days when you get frustrated and wonder whether you can have a normal chat
World Diabetes Day (WDD) was created in 1991 by International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and the World Health Organization in response to growing concerns about the escalating
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. High risk factors- Indian statistics– India shoulders one of the
Everyone procrastinates in some way. “ I can start preparing for my exams tomorrow” or “Oh! there is still another week left for submissions”. Many
As global rates of obesity, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and other diet-related illnesses skyrocket, many have naturally begun to question where the human relationship
We all know that good nutrition especially for children from birth to 24 months is vital for healthy growth and development. Parents and caregivers need
Understanding how our bodies work will be quite helpful in our pursuit to optimise Endurance performance. A person training for competing in endurance-based events requires
In our earlier blog we have seen that endurance based activities primarily depend on Oxidative Phosphorylation (Oxygen) energy system, hence it is beneficial for an
Until now, we have seen that an improvement in the oxygen carrying ability is an important factor contributing to peak performance in endurance sport, since
Skeletal Muscle Fibre Types : Most textbooks on exercise physiology classify the skeletal muscle fibres into three basic types. However, recent research suggests that there
The goal of every Training Program is to maximize effectiveness and improve competitive performance. By minimising risk of injuries and maximising enjoyment, a well-designed training
People with diabetes need to assess health risks before they embark on any kind of fasting schedules. This is specially relevant for the diabetic population
A study by Jyotsna Akam Venkata and Anuja S Panicker published in the Indian Journal of Psychiatry (2013) has found that ADHD is prevalent among
