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Symptoms, Causes and Treatment of Chikungunya: Things You Must Know

August 18, 2016 Srijitaand, causes, Chikungunya, Know, Must, of, symptoms:, Things, Treatment, You

While the capital city, along with many parts of the country, grapples with the rising instance of dengue, experts signal the outbreak of another mosquito-transmitted disease – chikungunya. The World Health Organisation (WHO) defines it as, “A mosquito-borne viral disease first described during an outbreak in southern Tanzania in 1952. The name ‘chikungunya’ derives from a word in the Kimakonde language, meaning “to become contorted”, and describes the stooped appearance of sufferers with joint pain (arthralgia).” According to the WHO and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, USA, a person…

Dieting Guide: 6 Things You Are Probably Doing Wrong

August 18, 2016 Srijita6, Are, Dieting, doing, guide, Probably, Things, Wrong, You

Haven’t we all resorted to some type of dieting at least once in our lives? Dieting mirrors – at times a desperate measure taken to achieve weight loss – a way to make a change in lifestyle. The concept of dieting stems from the idea of restriction, you deprive your body off a certain element, fulfill its requirement with something else and there you have it, your body starts reacting differently, exhibiting tangible changes. However, the road to weight-loss and maintaining equilibrium deep within, is nothing short of a task,…

6 Best Home Remedies for Cough to Give You Instant Relief

August 18, 2016 Srijita6, Best, Cough, for, Give, Home, Instant, Relief, remedies, to, You

Who doesn’t love a slight nip in the air? (Sniff, sniff) Or a chilly breeze? (Cough, cough). We get it, definitely not someone who’s been suffering from a sudden flu attack. Even a little cough can bring your life to a standstill but know that the changing weather is not the only reason for your misery.Cough is a common reflex action that occurs when mucus or foreign irritants drain down the back of the throat. It is a signal that your body is trying to clear the breathing passage. In…

6 worst things you could be doing in the morning

August 17, 2016 Srijita6, be, Could, doing, In, morning, The, Things, worst, You

1/6 Carbs for breakfast We all have been told ‘Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper’ but we might be getting it wrong altogether. If you think loading up on carbs for breakfast is right, it is not. Having a carb loaded breakfast such as sugary cereals, breads etc. is not right as they are simple carbohydrates which will make you feel hungry faster. Instead, focus on proteins or smoothies with nuts. Or opt for complex carbs like oats, which will keep…

How to Remove Bad Breath: 8 Brilliant Tricks No One Told You

August 16, 2016 Srijita8, Bad, breath, Brilliant, How, No, One, Remove, to, Told, Tricks, You

They say the first impression is the last impression. And rightly so, how you present yourself speaks volumes about you personality. You would want to be etched in someone’s memory for your words and not your poor oral hygiene. Obviously! Medically known as Halitosis, bad breath is an issue we’ve all faced and there’s nothing to be embarrassed or secretive about. Dr. Munish Bhagirath, Dental Surgeon at Paramount Dental in New Delhi, tells us the bitter truth, “You might be unaware of it since you cannot identify your own stench…

Why you should include Jamun in your daily diet

August 15, 2016 SrijitaDaily, Diet:, In, Include, Jamun, Should, Why, You, Your

There just doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day to accomplish everything you need to do. The greatest threat to our lives and our well-being is our lifestyle. Ask people how they are doing these days, and the first word you will hear is “busy.” With modern busy schedules, it has become particularly challenging to find the balance necessary for overall wellbeing. With today’s lifestyle people are more prone to risk factors such as hypertension, high cholesterol, increased blood pressure and diabetes. While stress and the issues it…