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10 beneficial acupressure points for weight loss and good health

August 20, 2018 Loknath Das10', Acupressure, and, Beneficial, for, Good, Health, Loss, Points, Weight

Acupressure is based on the concept of life energy flowing through different meridians in the body. So, just by pressing certain points in the body, you can clear any blockage in the meridians and treat different diseases. “Studies have suggested that acupressure is effective in treating nausea and vomiting, lower back pain, tension headaches and stomach ache,” says Dr Manoj Kutteri, wellness director at Atmantan Wellness Centre. Some points can also help with weight loss. According to acupressure, vital energy or “qi” flows through the body. When the flow is…

Move over cold medicines, exercise is the best cure for a runny nose

August 17, 2018 Loknath Dasa, Best, cold, cure, exercise:, for, Is, Medicines, move, nose, Over, runny, The

If you wish to fight the cold, you better start running. According to a study, conducted by the University of Guelph and the University of Copenhagen, exercise could help people exposed to extreme temperatures protect themselves from the cold. Shivering is one of the first defences against cold and it boosts the body’s heat production. Shivering can only warm you up for so long and after a few hours your muscles will run out of fuel and will grow too tired to contract. Exercise helps build-up muscle in the limbs…

Jacqueline Fernandez’s list of 5 essentials for your fitness wardrobe

August 16, 2018 Loknath Das5%;, essentials, Fernandez’s, Fitness, for, Jacqueline, List, of, wardrobe, Your

Whether you’re running marathons, sweating it out on the treadmill or channeling inner peace through yoga, you need the right wardrobe to keep yourself comfortable. Actress Jacqueline Fernandez, also a fitness enthusiast, has some suggestions. Jacqueline, who has launched the activewear brand Just F, has a list of essentials that every style diva should have in her workout wardrobe: * Snug leggings: The perfect pair of leggings is well-fitted, hugs your body in just the right places and is made of stretchy, flexible fabric that moves with you. Cotton, lycra and…

Puerh Tea: This Is China’s Best Kept Secret For Weight Loss

August 14, 2018 Loknath DasBest, China's, for, Is, Kept, Loss, Puerh, Secret, Tea, This, Weight

Over the years, the perks of drinking tea have become better known, especially if you are looking at losing weight. No, we aren’t talking about our very own milk chai, but teas like black tea, green tea, chamomile tea and blue tea that have been known to promote health, prevent diseases and aid weight loss. There are more varieties that are slowly marking their presence into our lives, out of which puerh tea tops the list. Known to be China’s best kept secret, puerh tea (pronounced as poo-air) is cultivated…

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…

Parenthood Is A Rollercoaster Ride, Prepare Yourself For It With Your Kids

July 31, 2018 Loknath Dasa, for, Is, It, Kids, Parenthood, prepare, Ride, Rollercoaster, With, Your, yourself

Parenthood comes with countless surprises. Most involve bodily fluids. Like, for instance, the sudden lack of opportunities for Mom and Dad to sweat. “We both used to get up in the morning and just go exercise,” explains Amanda Holliday, a dance fitness teacher whose son was born in 2016. “That’s not happening anymore.” Even if it’s possible to tote the kid along for a workout, there’s a lot more to consider beyond your number of reps — and a lot more to cram into your gym bag. And although it…