Vital Health Tips To Prevent Diabesity

During the monsoon, there is an increased chance of getting a cold or other gastrointestinal infections, particularly for pregnant women. You should take steps to ensure that your food is taken care of in addition to the standard precautions like frequently washing your hands and avoiding contact with ill people. The following advice can help you stay healthy throughout the monsoon season. Home Cooked Food As the weather cools down and the rains begin, our appetites change and we start craving comfort food. However, for pregnant women, it's important to be careful about what they eat during this time. While there are many tempting options available, home-cooked food is always the best choice for a pregnant woman's diet during monsoon. Not only is it more nutritious, but it's also less likely to contain harmful bacteria that can cause food poisoning. Instead of reaching for deep fried snacks or fast food from outside, you can enjoy tasty and nutritious quick meals that are cooked at home. For example, roughly diced boiled potatoes that are seasoned with some salt and pepper work perfectly, these could even work great when mixed with some curds and sprinkled with just a little bit of sev for some crunch. Staying Hydrated Pregnant women must take care of hydration, this is especially true during the monsoon season as we do tend to consume less water due to the wet and humid climate. Dehydration, however, is a dangerous condition to have during pregnancy as it can can lead to complications such as urinary tract infections, preeclampsia, and preterm labour, and hence, must be avoided at all costs. While water is always the best choice for staying hydrated, pregnant women can also opt for homemade fruit juices, coconut water, and buttermilk. It is important to avoid sugary drinks, caffeine, and alcohol, as these can actually worsen dehydration. Pregnant women should also consume fibre-rich food, which will help to regulate digestion and prevent constipation, which is a common problem during pregnancy. By following these simple tips, pregnant women can stay healthy and comfortable throughout the monsoon season. Eating Fresh Food During pregnancy, pregnant women frequently experience cravings for specific meals, but it's crucial to make sure that these cravings are healthful. Prepackaged sugary or fried foods may appeal to some women's cravings, but they also raise the risk of gestational diabetes, excessive weight gain, thyroid problems, and other metabolic diseases. Instead, women should concentrate on eating nutrient-dense fresh fruits and vegetables, which are crucial for preserving pregnancy wellness. They also aid in blood sugar regulation, which helps lessen cravings for sweet meals. During the monsoon season, there is an abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables that are easily available. Oranges, berries, spinach, sweet limes, cabbage, grapefruits and many more such fruits and veggies are rich in nutrients, vitamins and minerals. Pregnant women should take advantage of this by including them in their diet. This will not only help them to stay healthy, but it will also ensure that their baby gets the nutrients it needs. As a precaution, pregnant women are advised to avoid consuming raw foods during the monsoon season. Generally, raw foods can contain bacteria and microorganisms that cause food poisoning. Therefore, pregnant women should eat cooked food instead of raw food during the monsoon season. While monsoons are refreshing, it is advisable to take safety measures to avoid contracting any food-borne infections or other health dangers. The health of the mother and unborn child is extremely vulnerable during pregnancy, and it is crucial to ensure the ideal growth of the child. Expectant moms should take enough protein, calcium, iron, vitamins, folic acid, and iodine in their meals in addition to maintaining a healthy diet and nutrition. A healthy and safe pregnancy will be ensured by taking all of these additional safety measures throughout the monsoon season. (Rohit Shelatkar, VP at Vitabitotics, Fitness & Nutrition Expert) Read More► Simple Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Fat Loss Journey

  पाश्चात्य संस्कृति से प्रभावित भारतीय जब प्लास्टिक का बीइंग ह्यूमन, फ्रेंड फॉरेवर, लव इत्यादि का बेल्ट बांधने लगे हैं तब ब्रिटिश पीएम की रेस में सबसे आगे ऋषि सुनक को कलाइयों पर रक्षासूत्र बांधे देखना किसी सुखद आश्चर्य से कम नहीं। भारत में रक्षासूत्र बांधने का रिवाज अत्यंत प्राचीन है। हरेक धार्मिक अनुष्ठान में रक्षासूत्र अधिष्ठाता समेत परिवार के सभी सदस्यों को बांधा जाता है। वैसे तो भारत में रक्षासूत्र को धार्मिक दृष्टिकोण से देखा जाता है लेकिन स्वास्थ्य के दृष्टिकोण से भी इसका विशेष महत्व है। वैद्य रेणुका तिवारी इस संबंध में सोशल मीडिया पर लिखती हैं- "कच्चे सूत का ये लाल पीला सफेद रंग का अभिमंत्रित बंधन, तीन बार ही लपेटा जाता है ! शरीर में भी तीन नाड़ियां होती है, तीन दोष होते हैं इनका संबंध समझिए ये स्वास्थ्य के लिए भी फायदेमंद है। शरीर विज्ञान के अनुसार शरीर के कई प्रमुख अंगों तक पहुंचने वाली नसें कलाई से भी होकर गुजरती है। कलाई पर कलावा बांधने से इन नसों की क्रिया नियंत्रित रहती है। आप वैद्य के पास नाड़ी दिखाने जाते हो तो यही नाड़ी तो पकड़ते हैं वैद्य भी न तो मौली भी त्रिदोष यानी वात, पित्त और कफ का सामंजस्य बने रहने में सहायता करती है। शरीर की संरचना का कुछ नियंत्रण कलाई में भी होता है इसीलिए कलाई में मौली बांधने से व्यक्ति स्वस्थ रहता है।  माना जाता है कि कलावा बांधने से रक्तचाप, हृदय रोग, मधुमेह और लकवा जैसे गंभीर रोगों से काफी हद तक बचाव होता है तभी तो इसे रक्षा सूत्र कहा जाता है और त्रिदेव और त्रिदेवियों का आशीर्वाद माना जाता है । तो गर्व से जहां मिले तुरंत कलावा बांधो रक्षा बंधन हो या फ्रेंडशिप डे!" वैद्य प्रशांत मिश्र 'भास्कर' अखबार के साथ बातचीत में कहते हैं कि सुश्रुत संहिता में बताया गया है कि सिर के बीच का हिस्सा और गुप्त स्थान का अगला हिस्सा मणि कहलाता है। वहीं, कलाई को मणिबंध कहा गया है। मानसिक विकृति और मूत्र संबंधी बीमारियों से बचने के लिए मणिबंध यानी कलाई वाले हिस्से को बांधना चाहिए। आचार्य सुश्रुत ने अपने ग्रंथ में मर्म चिकित्सा में कलाई को भी शरीर का मर्म स्थान बताया है। यानी कलाई से शरीर की क्रियाओं को नियंत्रित किया जा सकता है। इस पर वैद्य मिश्र का कहना है कि जी मचलने पर या घबराहट होने पर एक हाथ की कलाई पर दूसरे हाथ की हथेली को गोल-गोल घुमाना चाहिए। इससे राहत मिलने लगती है। कहने का अभिप्राय है कि रक्षासूत्र का धार्मिक दृष्टिकोण से ही नहीं, बल्कि स्वास्थ्य के दृष्टिकोण से भी काफी ज्यादा महत्व है। यही वजह है कि यह हमारी प्राचीन संस्कृति का अभिन्न हिस्सा रहा है। यह भी पढ़े► पंचकर्म, योग व प्राकृतिक चिकित्सा सहायकों को विदेशी भाषा सिखाई जाएगी

Vitiligo is a chronic skin condition that causes pale white patches to appear on the skin. A lack of Melanin, which is a pigment found in the skin causes Vitiligo. Although vitiligo can affect any part of the skin, it is most common on the face, neck, hands, and skin creases. It can also begin in the lips, tips of fingers, and genital areas. Vitiligo affects people of all skin colours, but it may be more visible in people with dark skin. This disorder is not fatal or infectious, and while it is classified as an autoimmune disorder, it is rarely associated with problems in other endocrine organs such as the thyroid or adrenal glands. The appearance of vitiligo, on the other hand, can cause stress and low self-esteem. It's difficult to predict how this disease will progress. Without treatment, the patches may stop forming. In most cases, pigment loss spreads to cover the majority of the skin. In rare cases, the skin regains its colour. Signs and Symptoms of Vitiligo The symptoms of vitiligo can appear at any phase of life. The signs include: Loss of skin colour in patches, usually seen first on your face, hands, arms, legs, and feet Early paling of your body hair, including hair on the lashes brows and face if the areas are involved. Mostly it is asymptomatic and there are no symptoms like itching or pain. Thyroid and Adrenal gland problems. Detection of Vitiligo Following a skin examination, a dermatologist will be able to detect vitiligo. In order to rule out other skin conditions, the doctor will look for symptoms associated with them, such as other hypopigmentary disorders like common eczemas or healing psoriasis lesions. The doctor will most likely examine every area of your skin to determine which type of vitiligo you have based on where the patches appear. Patches are easy to spot on dark skin. However, because there is less distinction between affected and unaffected skin in lighter-skinned people, the doctor may use a tool called a Wood lamp (which emits ultraviolet light). Under this type of light, vitiligo skin will appear different. The application can also be used to differentiate between loss of pigment and reduction in colour. The appearance of lightened patches and the patient's medical history are sufficient to diagnose vitiligo. Doctors may, however, recommend additional tests for confirmation. A skin biopsy, for example, will reveal whether or not melanocytes are present. The absence of melanocytes can be used to confirm a vitiligo diagnosis. A skin biopsy can also reveal whether the patient has hypopigmented cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, a type of skin cancer. A blood test is frequently recommended by doctors to determine whether the vitiligo is caused by an underlying autoimmune disease, such as anaemia or type 1 diabetes. Because of the association with other autoimmune diseases and endocrinopathies, patients with suggestive signs or symptoms may require additional testing to rule out an underlying condition. Thyroid disease, diabetes mellitus, pernicious anaemia, Addison disease, and alopecia areata have all been linked to vitiligo. Although there is no cure for vitiligo, proper treatment can halt or slow the discoloration process and restore some colour to the skin. The procedures' goal is to achieve an even skin tone by either restoring colour (repigmentation) or removing the remaining colour (depigmentation). Some of the most common treatments for vitiligo include camouflage therapy, repigmentation therapy, light therapy, and surgery. (Dr. Sunil Prabhu, MBBS, MD, DNB Dermatologist, Venereologist and Aesthetic Physician) Read More► Health Concerns Men Should Keep A track Of  

Biological, social and behavioural factors have led to differences in the most common causes of health problems faced by men and women. Men die younger than women and bear a greater burden of disease throughout their lives. They get sick at a younger age and have illnesses that last longer than women. Heart disease, stroke, diabetes, cancer and depression are the top male killers. However, men also face male-specific issues such as prostate cancer and benign prostatic hyperplasia. Heart Disease Heart disease comes in many forms. All its manifestations can lead to serious and fatal complications if they are not noticed. One in three adult men has some form of cardiovascular disease. Hypertension and stroke are also common in men under the age of 45. Lifestyle modification and routine medical checkups can help manage heart-related risks, as your doctor can calculate your risk for cardiovascular disease based on several risk factors, including cholesterol, blood pressure and smoking habits. Cancer Cancer is the second leading cause of death in men after heart disease. Skin, prostate, colon and lung cancers are among the most commonly diagnosed cancers in men. The combination of a healthy lifestyle and regular checkups ensures that disease stays at bay. Regularly applying sunscreen, avoiding alcohol and tobacco, and reducing red meat consumption all help reduce the risk of cancer. Diabetes Diabetes usually sets in without showing any signs. It raises blood sugar levels and eventually passes into the urine. Increased urination and thirst are the first visible signs of diabetes. High glucose acts like a slow poison on blood vessels and nerves throughout the body. Heart attacks, strokes, blindness, kidney failure and amputations are the consequences for many men. If left untreated, diabetes causes nerve and kidney damage, increases the risk of heart disease and stroke, causes vision problems and blindness. Men with diabetes are also at risk for lower testosterone levels and sexual impotence, which in turn can lead to increased depression or anxiety. Mental Health and Depression Depression in men can go unnoticed because the symptoms don't always match what they expect. Men sometimes experience depression as anger or irritability rather than sadness. They are also more likely to sweep these feelings under the rug. It is often believed that depression affects women far more than men. In fact, it may be a tendency for men to hide feelings of depression, or to present them differently than women. When it comes to mental health issues like anxiety and depression, men are reluctant to seek help, which significantly increases the risk of suicidal behaviour. Given the stigma associated with mental health problems, especially among men, it is crucial to dispel misconceptions and make therapy more available to those in need. Erectile Dysfunction The most common cause of erectile dysfunction is atherosclerosis, the same condition that causes stroke and heart attack. In fact, having ED usually indicates that blood vessels throughout the body are not in good condition. Erectile dysfunction is considered by doctors to be an early risk symptom of cardiovascular disease. Although erectile dysfunction is not a life-threatening condition, it does indicate a serious health problem. Erectile dysfunction affects two thirds of men over the age of 70 and up to 39 per cent of men under the age of 40. Men with erectile dysfunction are less happy and more likely to be depressed. The bad news is that the average man pays less attention to his health than the average woman. The good news is that men can be healthy by taking control of their lifestyle. Whether it's eating better, quitting bad habits like smoking, or getting regular check-ups, here are some steps you can take to prevent common health problems in men of all ages. Whatever health issues you face, you can take control of your well-being by taking preventative and proactive measures today. (Agency) Read More► Is there a link between Diabetes and Frozen Shoulder?