According to the World Health Organization (WHO), stroke is a leading cause of death and disability in India and worldwide, with approximately 15 million people affected annually. As a neurologist, I highlight the importance of understanding and reducing stroke risk through essential lifestyle modification.Factors like age, sex and genetics, are beyond our control. Many modifiable…
Fall is a great time to get back into routines and set healthy habits. One of the best things you can do right now for your health is to prioritize regular family meals at home. By cooking at home, you save money and control what goes on your plate and in your food. Family meals…
Prayagraj: Arthritis is rapidly expanding its grip, not only among elderly but also increasingly affecting the young, with changing lifestyles being the foremost reason. Long working hours, junk food that is low in fibre and high in calories, increasing weight, and a lack of routine exercise are taking their toll on the youth. On the…
Are all ultra-processed foods alike in how harmful they are to health? Some experts believe we should take a more nuanced approach. Image for illustration purposes Medical News Today – Advertisement – A growing body of research has suggested that the consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPF) has severe consequences for health. However, some researchers are…
Breakfast is often called the most important meal of the day but scientists have found when it comes to losing weight, men and women should make very different choices. Men looking to lose weight should opt for high-carb breakfast items like bread, oats and grains, while women are better off eating higher-fat breakfasts, such as…
Carol Slager Times correspondent Health coach Carol Slager talks about the benefits of food sequencing, or eating your food in a specific order to improve certain conditions and dietary choices. Tony V. Martin, The Times Chances are good that shortly after being seated in your favorite restaurant, a server delivers a basket…
Hong Kong kindergarten teacher Amber Nathaniel began to suffer from the common but debilitating gastrointestinal condition known as irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, at the age of 16. Its symptoms include bloating, diarrhoea, constipation and stomach cramps. The condition is thought to affect up to one in 10 people worldwide. Nathaniel spent years seeking medical…
They say you are what you eat. And while we aren’t all walking around with French fries for fingers, our brain health is significantly influenced by the food we consume. Newsweek spoke to Chartered Psychologist Kimberley Wilson to find out what she eats in a day to keep her brain and body healthy. “I eat…
As we get older, our needs change and it is important to understand how to stay healthy and active. Alison Cullen, nutritional practitioner and sleep expert (avogel.co.uk), has answered some questions about how we should look after ourselves now to stay healthy as we get older. Why are older people more susceptible to illnesses such…
As the days grow shorter and the temperatures begin to drop, you may find yourself reaching for meals that feel warm, cozy and comforting — like a steaming bowl of oatmeal. It’s not only filling, but also takes the sting out of a chilly morning. Thanks to its versatility and the nutrients it provides, oatmeal…