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Teenage Weight Tied to Odds of Diabetes-Related Death

October 25, 2016 Srijitadeath, Diabetes-Related, Odds, of, Teenage, tied, to, Weight

The increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and eventually dying from the disease, begins early in life and at weights in the “normal” range, a new study suggests. Researchers followed the fates of millions of Israeli teenagers weighed at age 17, and found a steady increase in the likelihood of death from diabetes-related causes up to age 70 that was tied to heavier weights in the teen years. “This study provides further evidence for the urgent need for firm public health actions to overcome the childhood obesity epidemic, as…

Aamir Khan Travels to Bhutan to Advocate Against Malnutrition

October 25, 2016 SrijitaAamir, Advocate, Against, Bhutan, Khan, Malnutrition, to, travels

Actor Aamir Khan, who is a Unicef Regional Goodwill Ambassador, took time out from his schedule to meet children affected by malnutrition here and to witness how the organisation is working to address stunting across the country. “While Bhutan has made amazing progress in areas of health and nutrition, there’s still work to be done and every child is yet to be reached,” Aamir said in a statement. Stunting, caused by chronic malnutrition, is endemic in South Asia with an estimated 38 per cent – 64 million – of children…

World Osteoporosis Day 2016: Foods That Can Lead to Bone Loss

October 25, 2016 Srijita2016:, Bone, Can, Day, Foods, Lead, Loss, Osteoporosis, That, to, World

Did you know: Osteoporosis causes more than 8.9 million fractures annually across the world, resulting in an osteoporotic fracture every 3 seconds? Dr. Manoj K. Ahuja, Fortis Hospital says, “Osteoporosis literally means porous bones. It is a disease wherein the density and quality of bones are reduced. As the bones become more fragile and porous, the risk of fracture increases. The loss of bone occurs progressively, and yet silently. More often than not, there are no symptoms until the first fracture occurs”. “For people suffering from osteoporosis, bone loss outpaces…

The Ultimate Guide to Gym Memberships: 7 Ways You Can Save Money

October 25, 2016 Srijita7, Can, guide, Gym, Memberships:, Money, Save, The, to, Ultimate, Ways, You

An estimated £3 billion is spent by British gym-goers annually to get into shape and it is a similar case in other countries as well. A large chunk of it goes into buying nutrition books, fitness DVDs, equipment and of course, gym clothing. The budget hits the roof in no time and when it comes to expensive gym membership, one only begins to cringe. Self-training or regular outdoor runs will always remain the best and most inexpensive ways to stay fit. However, for people with absolutely no history in fitness…

World Osteoporosis Day 2016: Foods That Can Lead to Bone Loss

October 22, 2016 Srijita2016:, Bone, Can, Day, Foods, Lead, Loss, Osteoporosis, That, to, World

The Ultimate Guide to Gym Memberships: 7 Ways You Can Save Money

October 22, 2016 Srijita7, Can, guide, Gym, Memberships:, Money, Save, The, to, Ultimate, Ways, You

An estimated £3 billion is spent by British gym-goers annually to get into shape and it is a similar case in other countries as well. A large chunk of it goes into buying nutrition books, fitness DVDs, equipment and of course, gym clothing. The budget hits the roof in no time and when it comes to expensive gym membership, one only begins to cringe.Self-training or regular outdoor runs will always remain the best and most inexpensive ways to stay fit. However, for people with absolutely no history in fitness and…