Apr 02

Try These 5 Simple Pre-Workout Snacks

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Here are 5 delicious and easy pre-workout meals you can devour before working out to keep your energy level high throughout the workout.   Your body will receive all the nutrients it needs for top performance if you eat a proper pre-workout meal. Your body turns glycogen into glucose while you workout. This is important for the contraction of muscles. Pre-training nutrition is important since it helps prevent muscle glycogen depletion. In one of her recent Instagram reels through her page @Nutrition.By.Lovneet, nutritionist Lovneet Batra shared 5 delicious recipes that are perfect as pre-workout meals. She writes, “go longer and stronger, fuel up on these snacks before your next sweat session.”   Here are the 5 pre-workout meals as shared by the nutritionist:   1. Banana Smoothie (1 Glass) Banana smoothies are great pre-workout foods because they may help keep you full due to the presence of resistant starch or pectin. Also, bananas are packed with potassium a mineral that aids in maintaining nerve and muscle function, and carbs, which give you the energy needed to complete your sweat session.   2. Sweet potato chaat As a great source of complex carbohydrates with a low glycaemic index, sweet potatoes are […]
Apr 02

Take It 1 Day At A Time For A Healthy Life Style

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No matter the reason that has made you decide this, the beginning to a healthier lifestyle is a smart decision. Perhaps you’ve tried before and failed, that’s okay. The fact is you’re back to try again and we want to help you. The first thing you need to tell yourself is to take it one day at a time. If your objective is weight loss, you can’t make that your overall focus from sunrise to sunset. Your focus needs to be on making choices and decisions that are healthy. Begin by making simple changes to your eating habits every day. Then add a daily exercise routine. If you’ve never had a motivation to exercise, you need to make having a healthier, longer life your motivation. When you exercise, you’ll find that the amount of food you consume will decrease, especially when you are eating healthier foods that fill you up faster. Every Day Is A New Day Every day is a new day and you should approach and treat them accordingly. When you wake up every morning, you have a zero calorie intake count, so that is should be your thought for the morning. You’re at ground zero and everything […]
Apr 02

Simple tips to combat post-Covid weakness and fatigue

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An increasing number of covid patients have complained of lingering weakness and fatigue post recovery. Such symptoms (if not extreme) are normal, say experts, and are usually accompanied by forgetfulness and loss of concentration, more sleep or lack of thereof among others. “Some people experience overwhelming fatigue after COVID-19. They find that they are unable to return to previous levels of energy and health in the weeks following the infection,” Ayurvedic expert Dr Nitika Kohli said. “For most people, the infection and initial fatigue will be mild to moderate with recovery occurring over a week or two,” she added, as she shared essential tips to combat post-Covid weakness and fatigue. Follow these tips to keep post-Covid weakness and fatigue at bay. Exercise consistently Exercise might be troublesome in case you are recovering and your body is still weak. “However, gradually bringing mild exercise to your everyday schedule will make you both physically and mentally healthy. It will also speed up your recovery,” she said. Ensure natural vitamin D It is best to get vitamin D naturally. The expert suggested to “get at least 30 minutes of sun exposure, preferably in the early morning”.
Apr 02

How To Take Care Of Your Body The Right Way

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It’s no secret that our society is obsessed with health and fitness.   We are always looking for the next best diet, the newest workout fad, or the quickest way to lose weight. However, in our quest for the perfect body, we often forget about one important thing: our overall health. Our bodies are complex machines that need proper care and maintenance in order to function at their best. In this blog post, we will explore some simple health tips that you can use to take care of your body the right way. From nutrition to exercise and everything in between, read on for some helpful tips on how to keep your body healthy and happy.   The Importance of a Healthy Body The human body is like a machine, and if you don’t take care of it, it will break down. Just like a car, your body needs the right fuel (healthy food), regular maintenance (exercise), and occasional tune-ups (a visit to the doctor). The benefits of taking care of your body are many. When your body is healthy, you feel better mentally and physically. You have more energy to do the things you enjoy, and you’re less likely […]
Apr 02

Here’s The Best Diet For Different Skin Types

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Skincare: Read on to figure out which foods are best for your skin type. Your diet, of course, affects how your body processes hormones, which in turn affects how healthy your skin is. To improve your skin, it’s vital to include some foods and cut out others. Your skin type will have a significant impact on the foods you choose to eat, just like it does for skincare products. Increasing your intake of some meals and cutting out others can assist your skin. Depending on your skin type, you should eat certain foods. This tactic is comparable to how you could pick a different moisturiser for your skin type than your friend. Read on to figure out which diet and foods are best for your skin type.   What are the different skin types? Broadly, your skin type can be separated into 4 types. These being: Dry (irritated, flaky) Oily (appearance of a shiny film) Normal (does not have any oiliness or dryness) Combination (flaky and dry at some spots while oily and shiny in other areas) What are the best diets & foods for your skin type? Now that we understand different skin types, let’s discuss what foods can […]
Apr 02

Why is physical activity so important for health and well-being?

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We know that staying active is one of the best ways to keep our bodies healthy. But did you know it can also improve your overall well-being and quality of life? Here are just a few of the ways physical activity can help you feel better, look better and live better. Because, why not? It’s a natural mood lifter. Regular physical activity can relieve stress, anxiety, depression and anger. You know that “feel good sensation” you get after doing something physical? Think of it as a happy pill with no side effects! Most people notice they feel better over time as physical activity becomes a regular part of their lives. It keeps you physically fit and able. Without regular activity, your body slowly loses its strength, stamina and ability to function properly. It’s like the old saying: you don’t stop moving from growing old, you grow old from stopping moving. Exercise increases muscle strength, which in turn increases your ability to do other physical activities. It helps keep the doctor away. Stand up when you eat your apple a day! Too much sitting and other sedentary activities can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. One study showed that […]
Apr 02

21 Health Benefits Of Napping

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Naps have a poor reputation, mainly when they occur at work. However, evidence indicates that this way of thinking is entirely outdated, and there are several benefits of power naps and their health benefits. Extra sleep can help you remember things better and minimize stress. There’s also the whole “naps feel good” thing. So here’s the scientific evidence you need to feel entirely at ease spending some extra time with your pillow today.   1. Right now, you’re probably sleep-deprived According to the National Sleep Foundation, you can obtain seven to nine hours of sleep each night. If you’re like most people, you’ll fall short of that goal: According to a survey published in 2015 by sleep tracking software Sleep Cycle, South Africans get just over six hours of sleep each night on average, the world’s lowest average sleep time. “If getting enough sleep isn’t possible, napping is the next best thing,” says Dr. Abid Malik, medical director of Orlando Health-South Seminole Hospital’s Sleep Disorder Centre.   2. You will become a genius as a result of it A group of German neuropsychologists discovered that napping after learning anything improves your recollection of that material five times compared to being […]
Apr 02

4 tips for healthy eating over the festive season

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Holidays are a beautiful time of the year we all wait for, and at the same time some of us are low-key afraid of due to possible overindulgence.   With the amount of delicious food and drinks, it might be challenging to stay on top of your healthy daily routine. However, you can still enjoy the holiday season and all the tasty dishes without feeling guilty. Here are a few tips on how to maintain your healthy eating habits during the festive season while living your life to the fullest.   Stay hydrated Staying hydrated is one of the most effective tips to keep yourself from going overboard with heavy, fried, and sweet foods. Having a glass of lukewarm water an hour before you consume a big meal will help your body digest well. Sometimes when we think we are hungry, we are actually thirsty. Even when you feel hungry before meals, have water first, if your hunger subsides, it’s a sign that you were thirsty in the first place.   Plan ahead If you’re heading out for some holiday feasting, make sure you’re not going on an empty stomach. While skipping breakfast and lunch before heading to grandma’s Christmas […]
Apr 01

How Do You Choose the Best Time to Do Yoga?

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When a beginner decides to practice yoga, he or she may wonder what time of day is best for yoga. Many yoga enthusiasts recommend that you start your morning with yoga because it energizes your body and mind. You might also hear some people telling you that evening or before bed is ideal because yoga is a form of stress-relieving practice that removes all tension between the mind and body. The best time to do yoga is when it fits into your schedule and matches your body’s rhythms. The experts can give you some ideas about the best time for yoga, but in the end, it’s up to you!   Morning Yoga Some yogis believe that first thing in the morning is the best time for asana practice. They say that early morning sunlight, especially if it’s filtered through a tree’s leaves or through a window, has a calming effect on one’s mind and body. For many people, the morning is a great time to do yoga. They feel more energetic and clearheaded throughout the day. If you have a predictable schedule, it may be easier for you to stick with a morning routine. Some people find that they have […]
Apr 01

Five heatwave tips to stop swollen ankles and feet

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The heat causes lots of problems to the human body Dehydration is not the only the thing that the sun can do to the human body. Swelling is a common side effect from the scorching heat. Hot weather can cause fluid to build up around the feet and ankles, making them look swollen and puffy. While this issue can be uncomfortable or unsightly, it will go away as your body cools down. Thankfully for sufferers, there are a few simple ways that you can reduce your chance of swelling in the summer heat, lead nutritionist Signe Svanfeldt has told the Express. He said: “Swollen feet and ankles due to hot weather is usually called heat edema, which is fluid ‘trapped’ in tissues which causes the swelling. “Being swollen for a short period of time is likely not to cause any major health implications, but if you experience swelling for a long period of time it can be due to other reasons such as an underlying disease. In this case, it might be worth contacting your health care professional.” Seven tips to avoid trapped fluid and swollen ankles 1. Skip the sunny beer garden and limit your alcohol consumption An ice-cold […]
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