Add this to your New Year Resolutions: ‘Go for an annual health check’. Routine screening helps to catch early signs of trouble Annual health checks are a must – even when you think you are in good health. Let doctors evaluate your state of wellbeing. There’s a chance some trouble may be brewing, so early […]

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Spare a thought for the joint that bears the entire weight of your body and helps you walk, run and dance. Get moving to beat the lifestyle disease If you are in the older age bracket, many of your friends may be suffering from knee pain, running the gamut from mild to debilitating. Studies show […]

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Pollution is one of the evil factors behind the increasing incidence of asthma, which can be managed better now, thanks to new tests and more nuanced treatment While everybody is worried about what pollution is doing to their lungs and arteries, for asthma patients the damage to health is not unseen and unfelt — there […]

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Diabetics do not have to suffer at festival time, as there are ways to indulge the sweet tooth without damaging health. And that applies to all others as well The festive season brings a deluge of sweets which are difficult to resist. But those who have learnt to listen to their bodies will not over-indulge. […]

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Don’t wait for the government to solve the problem of air pollution – be aware of the risks and try to minimise damage to your health According to WHO, air pollution has become the world’s single biggest environmental health risk for disease and premature death. In 2015, it was linked to one in six deaths […]

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A visit every six months can rid you of stained teeth, bad breath and even reveal if you are suffering from a systemic disease The first thing you notice when you meet a person is the smile. A good smile shows better self-confidence, which in turn is proven to lead to better career options and […]

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Activated charcoal is not only prescribed by doctors as an absorbent for poisons and gas but is often part of face masks and detox drinks gaining popularity these days You’ve heard the song from Mary Poppins: ‘A spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go down’. But how about taking a spoonful of activated charcoal as […]

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Turmeric is a spice that is not only widely used in Indian food but is also our go-to home remedy for diseases. From preventing cancer to reducing cholesterol levels. This yellow root is magical found in every Indian kitchen and has amazing health benefits? Yes, you guessed it right — turmeric! It is not only […]

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