Category: 8. Health
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Ramadan fasting can help with lower blood pressure, weight loss, better immunity — here’s how
Muslims doing Iftar in Ramadan. — RisingKashmir/File Health professionals say fasting could come with some major health benefits as billions of Muslims worldwide are taking part in Ramadan this month. Dr Shireen Kassam, a nutrition specialist and founder of Plant Based Health Professionals UK gave an exclusive interview to The Mirror regarding the health benefits…
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Why prolonged sitting is the new smoking?
A representational image of a girl sitting on a chair, holding her back. — People Sense Are you one of those who spend hours sitting at one place? If your answer is yes, then you need to stop sitting for prolonged hours, as it can be very dangerous for your overall health. Humans are meant…
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Diet in soybean oil may cause diabetes, obesity: study
A representational image of soybean oil. — Twistedsifter.com New studies have found that soybean oil might be altering our genes and causing a rise in metabolic health conditions such as diabetes, obesity and insulin resistance, Twistedsifter reported. To study the use of soybean oil on health, the experiment was conducted on mice which were divided into three groups.…
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Dog killing parasite ‘liver fluke’ found in Colorado river
A representational image of dogs. — Unsplash A dog-killing parasite known as “liver fluke” has been found in the Colorado River that passes through southern California, Fox News reported. Since 2019, one dog has died and 11 other cases have been reported from three different counties across California. The deadly flatworm “Heterobilharzia Americana” causes canine schistosomiasis,……
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200 people sleep on busy street in Mexico to mark World Sleep Day
People participate in the “massive nap” event to mark World Sleep Day at the Monument to the Revolution in Mexico City, Mexico, March 15, 2024. — Xinhua March 15 was marked as the World Sleep Day. The day was observed across the globe to highlight the importance of good sleep. Mexico also celebrated the day…
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Why young women need sound sleep? Doctor highlights risks of poor sleep
Representational image. — Unsplash Do you feel that there are not enough hours in the day? Skimping on sleep could be a recipe for disaster, especially for young women. On World Sleep Day 2024, an Indian doctor warned about the dangers of sleep deprivation, especially for young women. According to Dr Pravin Naphade, a brain…
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If you eat nuts during pregnancy, you are actually helping your child
A pregnant woman is eating nuts. — Unsplash Have you ever wondered how your eating habits during pregnancy can influence your child’s friendships as he/she grows? According to a recent study, a pregnant woman can consume nuts to have a positive impact on her child’s social interactions later on. The study was… Continue Reading News…
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What are best daily walking distance, steps to lose weight and stay fit?
A girl walking on a road. — Unsplash/File Most adults should strive for 10,000 steps of daily walking distance for overall health as less than 5,000 steps is indicative of a sedentary lifestyle; however, a person’s age, present level of fitness, and health objectives affect how many steps they are required take on average, as…
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With these 3 simple steps you can shed pounds before too long
Representational image. — Unsplash Are you dreaming of shedding those pounds before the scorching sun hits? If so, look no further. Jenna Rizzo, a women’s weight loss coach hailing from Georgia, shares three effortless methods to trim down before summer creeps in. “Ever tried to sprint from zero to a hundred overnight? Trust me, it’s…
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Dogs help relieve your stress and improve concentration, says study | Health
Representational image. — Unsplash. Dogs are amazing creature a special talent that can help you feel better. A group of researchers in South Korea discovered that spending time with dogs can actually help you feel more relaxed and focused. For their study, published in Plos One, they recruited at least 30 grown-ups, and measured their…