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Snacking on almonds in the morning can help lower cholesterol, glucose

August 20, 2018 Loknath DasAlmonds, Can, Cholesterol, Glucose, Help, In, Lower, morning, On, snacking, The

A morning snack of almonds may reduce total cholesterol, and improve the body’s ability to regulate blood sugar in breakfast-skipping college students, a study claims. Many college students tend to skip meals, mostly breakfast, while they transition to a more hectic independent lifestyle, said researchers from the University of California Merced in the US. According to the American Heart Association, daily breakfast consumption may decrease cardiometabolic risk factors including blood sugar and insulin metabolism, they said. “This study, the first among a college student population, shows that for those who…

Lack of quality sleep can affect your social life and make you feel lonely

August 17, 2018 Loknath Dasaffect, and, Can, Feel, Lack, Life, lonely, Make, of, quality, Sleep, Social, You, Your

Poor sleep can hamper your social life, say scientists who found that sleep-deprived people feel lonelier and less inclined to engage with others, avoiding close contact in much the same way as people with social anxiety. Researchers at the University of California (UC) Berkeley in the US, have found that alienating vibe makes sleep-deprived individuals more socially unattractive to others. Moreover, well-rested people feel lonely after just a brief encounter with a sleep-deprived person, potentially triggering a viral contagion of social isolation. The findings, published in the journal Nature Communications,…

Depression in children, treating it can help improve parent’s mental health

August 16, 2018 Loknath DasCan, Children, Depression, Health, Help, Improve, In, It, mental, Parents, Treating

The bond between parent and child extends far beyond sharing similar looks or behaviours as a new study suggests that treating depression in teenagers may benefit their parents’ mental health too. The findings suggest that when a teenager’s depression improved through treatment, so did the depression experienced by his or her parents. “Depression is a massive public health concern that will take a variety of approaches to better manage. We believe our study is among the first to evaluate how the emotional health of a child can impact that of…

Flaxseed oil can do wonders for your health, here are 6 benefits to it

August 7, 2018 Loknath Das6, Are, Benefits, Can, Do, Flaxseed, for, Health, Here, It, Oil, to, wonders, Your

Flaxseed oil is known for its benefit to heart health, but it is also good to boost your digestive system and brain health. It provides skin and hair benefits, helps weight loss, and reduces risk of cancer as well. There are several ways to derive this benefit from flaxseeds, but the easiest and fastest way is from the intake of flax oil capsules. Dolly Kumar, founder and director at Gaia, shares some health benefits of flax oil: * Regulates healthy cholesterol level: Rich in Omega 3 and Omega 6, flax oil capsules regulate cholesterol levels in the body and are…

Beware! UV Rays Of The Sun Can Actually Damage Your Eyes: What You Should Know

August 5, 2018 Loknath DasActually, beware!, Can, damage, Eyes, Know, of, Rays, Should, Sun, The, UV, What, You, Your

Not only can the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays harm your skin, they can damage your eyes as well. For protection, says the American Academy of Ophthalmology, wear sunglasses that block 99 to 100 percent of both UVA and UVB rays. Retailers say that requires a rating of UV400 or higher. Over time, sun exposure can increase your chances of developing eye disease such as cataracts, growths on the eye, macular degeneration and even a rare form of cancer, ocular melanoma, according to the academy. In addition, eye “sunburn” — known…

Did You Know: Jet Lag Can Affect More Than Just Your Sleep Cycle

July 31, 2018 Loknath Dasaffect, Can, cycle, Did, Jet, Just, Know, Lag, More, Sleep, Than, You, Your

Jet lag can put the brakes on the most exciting vacations. Almost everyone who has ever flown across time zones knows what it feels like. The experience ranks somewhere between eating day-old cooked oatmeal and nursing a hangover. These food and drink metaphors aren’t just a coincidence. Jet lag, it turns out, affects more than our sleep; it affects our internal organs as well. Given what is known about the importance of intestinal bacteria (called the microbiome) and their connection to immune function and well-being, it’s clear that any discussion…