How to boost your heart health
Heart disease or illness is a term that we usually associate with aged men and women. However, recent studies show that thanks to an increase in a sedentary lifestyle all over the globe, lack of regular exercise, high junk food consumption and
Alzheimer’s and your diet: what’s the connection
The world of medicine has known for centuries that many diseases and ailments can be avoided or aided simply by altering one’s diet. The food that you consume is not simply meant to keep you satiated; the vitamins and other goodness present in
Detoxifying your body
Day in and out, your body works round the clock to process and digest whatever you eat. But just like you could do with a break every few months from piles of work and stress, your body could do with one week of detoxifying at least two times a
Good Carbohydrates vs Bad Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates play a prominent role in dietary habits all over the world and yet this is one food-group that has received quite a bit of spotlight especially in recent years. The questions that are often asked are many: – Can the human
Wellness and why it matters
‘Wellness’ is a term that we hear quite often which has more than one meaning. For some people, wellness refers to being physically fit, for some others it may mean inner peace whereas for others wellness is a term that is linked to
How to unwind after a long day
How do you prefer to spend your day after getting home? If you’re a workaholic who can make a PowerPoint presentation in less than 5 minutes but who has no clue about how to relax, then you’re in for some disturbing news. Statistics show
Eating right for your martial arts training classes
Proper nutrition enables your body to function more effectively, helps to ward off diseases and ailments as well as keeps your energy levels high throughout the day. So if you really want to get the best out of your martial arts classes,
Importance of calcium for health
As a child, you may have winced at the thought of drinking two glasses of milk a day, but your Mum was right when she said that the calcium content would help in building stronger bones and teeth. Although our tastes and preferences may dominate
When does working out go overboard?
Gone are the days when pumping iron or running on the treadmill at the gym was considered the best way to keep fit. Today, experts agree that any activity which employs the body as a whole, gets your heart pumping faster and leaves you feeling
Top cancer fighting foods
Did you know that the food you eat can actually help your body ward off diseases? Think of it this way- just as your martial arts classes arm you with the necessary skills to defend yourself, the right food can help strengthen your body’s
