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White rice and diabetes are not natural fits. Keep these diet tips in mind

July 29, 2018 Loknath Dasand, Are, Diabetes, Diet:, fits., In, Keep, mind, natural, Not, rice, these, Tips:, White

Though some might argue that brown rice is a more healthy alternative, white rice is a more popular and preferred foodgrain across India, especially its eastern regions. White rice is a good source of carbohydrates and the better half of many delectable food combos like dal-chaawal, rajma-chawal, biryaanis, pulao, and so on. However, experts say that the calories in white rice can spike blood sugar levels, and excessive consumption could increase the risk of developing type-2 diabetes. White rice is a good source of carbohydrates and the better half of many delectable food combos like…

World Thyroid Day, keep your thyroid healthy with the right diet, exercise

May 25, 2018 Loknath DasDay, Diet:, exercise:, Healthy, Keep, Right?, The, Thyroid, With, World, Your

Do you have tremors, feel bloated pretty often or have been finding it difficult to concentrate lately? Although these can be symptoms for various other conditions, these three are also indicative of thyroid. Hence, it is best to go for a check up and see if you have hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism. World Thyroid Day is observed on May 25 every year and its objective is to increase awareness and understanding about thyroid health. There are two types of thyroid- hyperthyroid (an over active thyroid gland) and hypothyroid (underactive thyroid gland). Thyroid cannot be…

Dry fruits are good for you: Protein from nuts and seeds keep your heart healthy

April 7, 2018 Loknath Dasand, Are, Dry, for, From, Fruits, Good, Healthy, Heart, Keep, Nuts, Protein:, seeds:, You, Your

While eating red meat that is rich in protein is linked with increased risk of heart disease, protein from nuts and seeds could be beneficial for the human heart, suggests a study. The study, appearing in the International Journal of Epidemiology, found that people who consumed large amounts of meat protein experienced a 60% increase in cardiovascular disease (CVD), while people who consumed large amounts of protein from nuts and seeds experienced a 40% reduction in CVD. “While dietary fats are part of the story in affecting risk of cardiovascular…

Active social life, sleep well: Here are 8 things you can do to keep dementia away

February 2, 2018 Loknath Das8, Active, Are, away, Can, Dementia, Do, Here, Keep, Life, Sleep, Social, Things, to, Well, You

To prevent the risk of dementia in old age, here are eight lifestyle changing tips that can help in the long run. Although, research has not yet discovered a cure for dementia, changes in diet, exercise and daily routine can reduce the risk factors, reports express.co.uk. Here’s a step by step guide to prevent dementia – which includes getting a good night’s rest. Sleep well Disrupted sleep patterns and insomnia have recently been suggested as risk factors for dementia. You may want to do regular exercise and eat healthy to…

Don’t worry, be happy. 10 science-proven ways that will keep stress out of your life

November 24, 2017 Loknath Das10', be, Don't, Happy, Keep, Life, of, Out, science-proven, Stress, That, Ways, Will, Worry, Your

The purpose of life, for most, is the pursuit of happiness or doing what gives us a sense of satisfaction. But urban lifestyles and workplace pressures may make it hard to look at life with a bird’s eye view or keep track of what you originally set out to achieve. If you’re finding yourself more and more stressed, try these simple, inexpensive and science-supported ways of being happier: TAKE OUT TIME TO NOTICE NATURE Studies have pointed out how people who live in greener places are happier and live longer. A recent study by…

Keep your sugar levels under control with regular exercise

November 20, 2017 Loknath DasControl, exercise:, Keep, Levels, regular:, Sugar, Under, With, Your

Among all the ways you can keep your diabetes in check, working out is one of the best. There is a strong link between exercise and sugar levels in diabetes. Basic lifestyle changes and regular exercise can help you manage diabetes. Ranging from sugar control to weight management, staying active offers great benefits. Many studies aimed at finding an answer to this have concluded the positive impact of exercise on your sugar levels. Exercise in diabetes type 1 is as important as in type 2, says Dr Walia Murshida Huda (Senior Medical…