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Some people consume diluted full-fat milk to cut calories. Not a good idea as it brings down the overall nutritive value.

Avoid a heavy meal after 8:00 pm. It protects you against indigestion, heartburn and weight gain.

 

If choice is between canned and frozen food, prefer frozen as it has more nutrients, less salt or sugar, and less contaminants.

 

The best way to sleep is on your side with your knees bent. You may put a pillow under your head and even one between your knees.

Looking for a tasty and filling snack that has less than 100 calories? Have a boiled egg. An average egg has only about 70 to 80 calories. 

 

People allergic to milk should take plenty of pulses,legumes and green leafy vegetables to increase their calcium intake.

 

Elbows and knees are prone to accumulating dead skin and turning dry and dark. Exfoliating regularly can keep them soft.

 

People allergic to milk should take plenty of pulses,legumes and green leafy vegetables to increase their calcium intake.

 

 

Cocktails  are typically very high in calories. Avoid them if you are watching your weight.

 

Avoid drinking too much tea or coffee with sugar as it increases the risk of tooth decay.

 

Three keys to diabetes prevention: Maintain normal body weight, get 30 minutes of exercise per day, eat a low fat high fiber diet.

 

A stroll around the office campus after lunch will prevent you from feeling drowsy and is great for your heart.

 

Looking for a tasty and filling snack that has less than 100 calories? Have a boiled egg. An average egg has only about 70 to 80 calories.

 

Abdominal crunches don't burn any more belly fat than other exercises. Aerobic exercise and diet control are best way to lose belly fat.

 

When you sit in your office chair, rest your feet flat on the floor and keep your thighs parallel to the ground to avoid low back strain.

 

 

Avoid using your computer just before going to bed as the bright screen light makes your brain think its daytime and drives sleep away.

 

Shrimps are a great source of protein and selenium though high in cholesterol. A 100 gram serving once a week is a healthy choice.

 

Guava is one of the richest sources of Vitamin C that provides protection against colds and viral infections.

 

Women above 21 years of age must get a pap smear at least every 3 years for early detection of cervical cancer, a leading cancer in women.

 

Stand maintaining a good posture as it enhances the way you look and protects you from shoulder and back pain.

 

If you're a diabetic, regularly visit your eye care professional to prevent associated eye problems.

 

When trying to control calories, make each calorie count by choosing healthy foods that you like and avoiding every bite that you won't enjoy.

 

Caught in a traffic jam? Make a tight fist and relax slowly. Doing this 8 to 10 times will relax your stiff hands and also reduce your stress level.

 

Beans and lentils are a rich source of soluble fibers that can help lower bad cholesterol 

 

A face pack made of fresh tomato and papaya pulp is loaded with anti ageing nutrients. Apply once a fortnight to keep your skin radiant.

 

If you can't walk about in the cabin during a long flight, flex and extend your toes, ankles, and legs several times to promote blood circulation.

 

Did you know - Your fingernails grow 4 times faster than your toenails!

 

Switching to vegetarian protein sources such as beans and pulses in place of meat can help limit your fat and cholesterol intake. 

 

 

Get your air conditioner (AC) serviced and cleaned regularly. Microbes can breed inside dirty ACs and make the air in your house unhealthy.

If you don't eat fish, include walnuts, broccoli, and spinach in your diet to get your dose of omega 3 fatty acids.

 

Use fresh chopped or ground garlic as often as you can because the packaged and preserved garlic paste loses a lot of its health benefits.

 

Minor burns first aid: Pour cool water for 5 minutes and loosely wrap in gauze. Do Not apply ice, oil, butter or ointment.

 

Smoking can cause wrinkles at an earlier age as it reduces blood flow to the skin and damages collagen and elastin fibers.

 

Did you know - When you sneeze, for that fraction of second, all your body functions stop, even your heart!

 

Warm water gargle with a teaspoon of salt four times daily is the best home remedy for soothing a sore throat. 

Vitamin supplements do not have the same health benefits as real fruits and vegetables as many benefits are because of the fiber component.

Food labels that say cholesterol free are not necessarily healthy. Rather make sure that total saturated fat content is low.

 

Snack on a handful of Almonds as they are a rich source of Vitamin E and helpful in reducing cholesterol.

 

Personalized Diet Plans for all age groups and conditions. We’ve Doctors and Dietitians who can prescribe you the right diet whether you are pregnant, a Diabetic, have High Blood Pressure/Cholesterol or want to shed those extra pounds.

 

When selecting fruit juices, look for 100% juice with no sugar added to save on calorie content.

Five servings per day of Fruits and Vegetables combined protects against High Blood Pressure, Heart Disease and even some Cancer. 

 

Regular exercise protects against age-associated memory loss as it stimulates nerve connections in the brain. 

 

Do not lick your chapped lips as saliva is not a moisturizer. It will only dry your lips much more. Apply Vaseline.

 

If you must indulge in ice cream or pastry, prefer the ice cream. It's likely to have more protein, more calcium and less calories.

 

Cooked tomatoes are a rich source of lycopene, a substance believed to reduce the risk of many cancers.

Cracking knuckles is generally regarded a bad habit but it cannot cause arthritis. It can weaken your grip though.

 

Drinking plenty of water protects against kidney stones by discouraging crystallization of some substances in urine.

Drinking plenty of water protects against urinary tract infections as each time you pass urine some bacteria are flushed out of your body.

 

Excess weight can decrease fertility. Weight reduction with exercise increases chances of conception.

 

Vegetarians are at greater risk of iron deficiency than non-vegetarians. Having beans, spinach, and dried fruits can increase iron intake.

 

Apples are a rich source of antioxidant compounds that can protect against brain diseases like Alzheimer's.

 

Food rich in antioxidant vitamins - E, C and beta carotene (a form of vitamin A) - has heart-protecting properties.

 

Overeating is the major cause of indigestion. Other causes are eating too fast, swallowing air while eating, smoking, or anxiety.

 

Having some dark chocolate can help make your skin look smoother and keep it better hydrated.

A healthy breakfast should include complex carbohydrates such as whole grain breads, oatmeal, or broken wheat porridge.

 

Regular use of medicines along with weight & stress reduction greatly reduces the complications of high blood pressure. 

Avoid saturated fats as they induce a state of low-grade inflammation in your body and decrease its ability to fight infections.

Add beans and peas to your diet. They are excellent sources of soluble fiber and rich in proteins. 

 

Avoid consuming too much artificial sweeteners as they may cause gastric problems.

Avoided frozen meat products with bread crumb coverings as they are usually much higher in fat content.

 

Green tea has anti-ageing properties. Switching to green tea can keep your skin youthful for a longer time.

 

Buy the freshest possible olive oil that you can and use within six months as its antioxidant content decreases rapidly with time.

 

Blowing your nose too hard can carry germs into your ear passage causing earache. Right way to blow is to blow gently with one nostril closed.

 

Popcorn is a healthy snack but if it is popped in and topped with butter the saturated fat content increases too much.

 

Use glassware instead of plastic containers in the microwave as chemicals from plastic can contaminate food at high temperature.

Do not heat nonstick cookware on high flame as this can cause the release of toxic chemicals from coating material.

 

Eat a bowl full of fruits and/or veggies each night with dinner. Just go easy on the dressing and high-fat toppings.

 

Your insulin requirements will change with exercise. When starting a walking program or increasing your amount of exercise, consult with your physician regularly on how to adjust your medications.

 

Camphor vapors can help relieve nasal congestion. Put some camphor in your handkerchief and inhale at intervals.

 

The right frequency and duration of brushing your teeth: 2 times a day for 2 to 3 minutes each time.

 

Starving is the worst way to lose weight and possibly the fastest way to fall sick! Go for a combination of diet control and exercise.

 

Avoid a heavy meal after 8:00 pm. It protects you against indigestion, heartburn and weight gain.

 

Give your eyes a break when working on a computer or doing detailed work. Look away into the distance every 15 minutes.

 

Get maximum health benefits from your tea by adding some lemon juice to it. The citrus juice increases antioxidant absorption.

Have Yogurt everyday as it is a storehouse of calcium, and also helps you burn

 

Exercise is not only good for your physical health but also improves your concentration and thinking thereby making you more productive.

 

Add garlic to your daily food. It will help lower blood sugar and decrease cholesterol levels. 

 

Regular physical activity is an effective way to raise good cholesterol (HDL), which protects against heart disease

 

People allergic to milk should take plenty of pulses, legumes and green leafy vegetables to increase their calcium intake.

 

Drinking eight glasses of water a day is not a must for good health. Milk, juice, soups, salads, all add to your fluid intake.

 

Some people consume diluted full-fat milk to cut calories. Not a good idea as it brings down the overall nutritive value.

 

Not all fruits are low in calories. Bananas, mangoes,chickoos have 70 to 90 calories per hundred gm. Too much of them can ruin dieting.

 

Each small spoonful of cooking oil has about 45 calories. Use it in measured quantities and use the least amount needed.

 

Excessive daytime sleepiness is not normal. Get evaluated for a sleep disorder if you are often sleepy during the day.

 

Sunscreen should be applied twenty minutes before stepping out in the sun and reapplied every few hours for best effect.

 

Dark chocolate is a mood booster as it has caffeine and theobromine that have a mood enhancing effect.

 

If you are feeling low, have low-fat carbs such as a baked potato. It elevates serotonin levels in your brain and also your spirits.

 

Cloudy days make many people feel depressed. Stand in the sunshine whenever the sun is out to lift your spirits.

 

If you are allergic to pollen, avoid going out early morning from 5 AM to 8 AM.

 

If you have heart disease or high BP your diet should have less than 1.5 g of sodium. One level teaspoon salt has about 2.3 g sodium

 

Spice up your food with fresh ground ginger and garlic. It tastes great and helps your body fight everyday wear and tear from within.

 

Processed foods are a much bigger source of bad fats than cooking oil, butter or cheese used in homemade food. Have them in very limited quantities.

 

If you want to cut calories, switch from orange juice to tomato juice. It is equally nutritious and has half the calories.

 

Should u wash a fruit if u are going to peel it before cutting? Yes, because the knife transfers the germs on the surface into the fruit.

 

A pack of frozen peas makes a handy ice pack. Applying it quickly to a bruised area can prevent it from turning black.

 

Back strengthening exercises under the supervision of a physiotherapist can relieve recurrent low back pain

 

If you suffer from body odor, an antibacterial soap will help you more than non-medicated soaps with strong fragrance.

 

Many sugar free foods are fairly high in calories. Read nutrition labels carefully when buying sugar-free items.

 

Swimming is a good exercise option for diabetics with foot problems as it puts minimal pressure on feet.

 

People with stressful lifestyle should regularly practice stress relieving techniques such as yoga to reduce their risk of heart disease.

 

Use heart healthy cooking oils such as olive oil, canola oil or mustard oil. Avoid sunflower oil, safflower oil, ghee, butter, margarine.

 

Make sure that you are meeting your daily Vitamin C and E requirement as they are vital to protect and repair your arteries

 

Choose your meat cuts carefully. The rib section is usually higher in fat. Leg cuts have less fat.

 

Wait for five minutes after applying anti-dandruff shampoo. Medicated shampoos don't work if washed off immediately

 

Switch on the exhaust fan in your bathroom after using chemical cleaners to get rid of any harmful fumes.

 

Get maximum health benefits from your Tea by adding some lemon juice to it. The citrus juice increases antioxidant absorption.

 

Increase intake of biotin foods like brown rice, bran cereals, yeast, nuts, beans, peas, cauliflower to reduce hair loss and promote hair growth.

 

Snack on a handful of Almonds as they are a rich source of Vitamin E and helpful in reducing cholesterol.

 

Eat slowly. Put down your knife and fork after every mouthful. This will slow down your eating and reduce chances of overeating. 

 

Protect your cosmetics from excess light and heat as high temperature will destroy the preservatives that keep the product bacteria free.

 

Brushing too hard is the commonest cause of sensitive teeth. Brush in gentle circular motion with a soft bristled toothbrush.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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