Monthly Archives: February 2011

Fish oil may lower gum disease

A new study has found that dietary intake of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) like fish oil, known to have anti-inflammatory properties, shows promise for the effective treatment and prevention of periodontitis, a common inflammatory disease in which gum tissue separates from teeth. … Continue reading

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Belly fat, high-fat meals lead to heart disease

A new UC Davis study has suggested that the effect of a high-fat meal on blood vessel walls varies among individuals depending on factors such as their waist size and triglyceride levels. The new research reinforces the link between belly fat, inflammation … Continue reading

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Exercise, helping others boosts mental health

A new study has suggested that lifestyle changes—such as getting more exercise, time in nature, or helping others—can be as effective as drugs or counselling to treat an array of mental illnesses. Roger Walsh of the University of California, Irvine’s College … Continue reading

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make your skin glow with yoga: these yoga poses will improve your complexion – Better Health Through Movement

How Yoga Helps Yoga gives your skin a healthy glow by balancing your hormones and boosting the flow of oxygen-rich blood to your skin. This keeps your skin resilient and prevents dryness and excessive sagging. Yoga also tones the muscles … Continue reading

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10 healthy diet tips during holidays

Dreading the holiday season, as it would crash your plans to maintain a healthy diet?Well, you don’t have to worry, for an expert has come up with a few tips to help you keep healthy habits intact during this time of the … Continue reading

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Here’s how to decide a nutritional lunchbox

A child’s lunch box may not only hold secrets to better physical health but can help a child mentally prepare for learning, says a new study. “Parents can make the school day easier for their children by providing nutritious and yummy breakfasts, … Continue reading

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Add a dash of green to your diet

Including these in your diet will work wonders for you Almost everyone dislikes eating greens, whether it’s the young or the old, men or women. Whether its spinach, rocket leaves or the dreaded bittergourd, most frown at the sight on them … Continue reading

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Can resisting cravings be fun?

Resisting a craving to eat that piece of chocolate could actually be fun if you want it to be, says a new study. “Self-control failures depend on whether people see activities involving self-control (e.g., eating in moderate quantities) as an obligation to … Continue reading

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Health benefits of corn

With bhuttawalas putting up makeshift stalls at almost every corner in the neighbourhood during the rains, most people love to have this healthy snack. Corn is high in nutrients, which are extremely beneficial for you. Rich in Vitamin B1, which is … Continue reading

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Obesity leads to permanent knee damage

New studies have been presented at the 2011 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) to look at the effect that obesity has on knee arthritis and a patient’s ability to recover from knee surgery. One new study … Continue reading

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Calcium food for the bones

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and 99 per cent of its calcium is present in the bones and teeth. Like any other tissue in the body, the bone is diet and lifestyle dependant. The bone is … Continue reading

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How to snack healthy in office

Most of us sit in office through a major part of the day and often tend to munchon unhealthy food to kill the boredom. Here’re some tips to ensure that you stay fit and healthy. 1 Go for fresh snacks: Snacking … Continue reading

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Opening a can of worries

A pair of studies released recently suggest that diet soda drinkers face a higher risk ofheart attack and stroke than people who do not drink any soda. The study also says that salty food boosts stroke risks. The soda study … Continue reading

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Eating right to reduce stress

During times of stress, people often turn to traditional “comfort” foods such as pizza,macaroni and cheese, and ice cream. Ironically, these high-fat foods are usually the worst possible choices because they can make individuals feel lethargic and less able to … Continue reading

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How to Prepare a Week of Healthy Meals in Just an Hour

Meal preparation is in my opinion the most significant factor in preventing people fromfollowing a healthy diet. When it’s time to eat, most people are either too hungry or too tired to invest time and effort into preparing a truly … Continue reading

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