Mar 12

Part I: The Benefits Your Mental Health Gains from Regular Exercise

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The most obvious reasons that people chose to exercise include wanting to improve their personal health and have a body they can be proud of. While these physical benefits are certainly worth working out for on their own, there are actually several mental benefits to be gained from regular exercise. Improving both your physical and mental health is the perfect reason to star hitting the gym or going out for a run or cycle. It may seem tough at first, but those who manage to do it can reap the countless benefits gained. Have a look and see for yourself just how your mental health can be improved through exercise! Stress Stress is the silent killer, as many people don’t realize just how much it can put on the mind, especially if it’s a regular occurrence. Any time you have to endure a stressful day, going for a jog or a workout can have you feeling better in no time at all. Norepinephrine is a chemical compound in the brain that manages to help diminish the mind’s reaction to stress, and you guessed it; working out can increase norepinephrine levels in the body. This naturally can alleviate any overwhelming feelings […]
Mar 11

6 Habits That Will Help You Build Mental Strength

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Physical fitness gets a lot of attention, and for good reason—good physical health can prevent conditions such as heart disease or diabetes, and help you maintain a long, independent life. But often neglected is mental fitness—having a healthy and strong mind to allow you to handle the challenges and opportunities that life puts in front of you.   The Importance of a Fit Mind A common thought is that the absence of a mental health disorder means that a person is mentally fit and emotionally well, but according to Rachel O’Neill, a licensed professional clinical counselor, that’s a dangerous misconception. “An individual can certainly experience periods of stress, discomfort, sadness, or anxiety without necessarily meeting criteria for a mental health disorder,” she said. “Mental wellness is a process, and just like physical health, it’s an ongoing process to maintain mental and emotional wellness.” Unsurprisingly, trying or stressful times can be the ultimate test of mental fitness. When we are winded by a major life event, being able to recover quickly requires significant mental strength and psychological resilience. The benefits of being mentally fit means we are able to use our mental abilities to our fullest extent, allowing us to be more creative, make the most of opportunities […]
Mar 11

What Is Brain Fog? 5 Yoga Poses That Can Help Clear Your Mind

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Have you ever felt disorganized or confused? Do you find it hard to concentrate? If so, brain fog could be the problem. No, it isn’t a medical condition, so, don’t worry. Brain fog is a type of cognitive dysfunction or mental fatigue that can cause confusion, lack of concentration, and memory issues. It includes symptoms that can affect the ability to put thoughts into words and to think. Brain fog can be caused due to several factors, including excessive stress, medication, sleep problems, and other underlying health issues. Depending on the severity of the symptoms, brain fog can interfere with your daily life, but it’s not permanent. With proper medical attention and tiny lifestyle changes, brain fog can be eliminated.   Yoga for Brain Fog Yoga can help ease symptoms of brain fog. Doing certain poses or asanas is a great way to clear the mind and boost concentration. Practicing asanas regularly can also improve breathing, calm the mind, offer relaxation, and help you to think straight too.   Yoga Poses to Clear the Mind   Practice the following five asanas to get calmness and relaxation:   1) Downward Facing Dog The downward-facing dog offers an amazing stretch from head to toe. […]
Mar 10

5 lifestyle changes that can help you lead an ultimate happier and healthier life in 2023

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Whether it’s through diet, exercise or stress management, small adjustments can lead to big improvements in our overall quality of life. Now is the time to buckle down and kick off the year 2023 by making health and wellness a top priority. Akshay Modi, Managing Director, Modi Naturals suggests five easy-to-follow tips to keep your body, mind and soul on track for a happier and healthier you in 2023.   Change Your Eating Habits: Eating habits play a crucial role in determining overall health and well-being. Consuming a balanced diet that includes a variety of nutrient-rich foods can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases and promote a healthy weight. One important aspect of healthy eating is choosing the right oil. There are a variety of cooking oils in the market, and a conscious consumer should choose an oil that has the goodness of olive oil, antioxidants, and a high smoke point for everyday cooking. A blended oil or a multi-source oil that contains the benefits of olive oil is very beneficial to health as it contains antioxidants, making it the ideal oil for Indian cooking. Ideally, your edible oil should also contain oryzanol, a powerful natural antioxidant that protects […]
Mar 08

Surya Namaskar for weight loss: Tips for beginners

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One set of Surya Namaskar burns 14 calories Surya Namaskar is a wholesome workout. The 12 sets of salutation to the Sun God is very effective in toning the body and management of the weight. It is believed that one set of Surya Namaskar translates to doing 288 yoga poses in a span of 12-18 minutes.   ​The 12 salutations to the Sun God​ Pranamasana (Prayer pose) Hastauttanasana (Raised arms pose) Hastapadasana (Standing forward bend) Ashwa Sanchalanasana (Equestrian pose) Dandasana (Stick pose) Ashtanga Namaskara (Salute with eight parts or points) Bhujangasana (Cobra pose) Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward facing dog pose) Ashwa Sanchalanasana (Equestrian pose) Hastapadasana (Standing forward bend) Hastauttanasana (Raised arms pose) Tadasana (Mountain Pose)​   Easy to do​ Surya Namaskar is very easy to do. You don’t need any equipment to do it. All you need is an open space. Make sure there is a good passage of air while you are doing Surya Namaskar so that while doing the poses you inhale clean and fresh air.   Works best in the morning​ This salutation to Sun god is said to work best during sun rise. As per Hinduism, offering prayers and salutation to the rising sun brings in […]
Mar 08

Great Mind and Body Fitness – Yoga

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Yoga is one of the most popular forms of exercise, and can even trace its roots back 5,000 years, proving that its popularity is by no means a new thing. Even then, yoga was held in such high regard due to its ability to focus on both the mind and body, allowing for physical and mental benefits to be gained through practicing it. Today, yoga continues that trend, offering a fantastic way to help improve the mind and body, as well as bringing a balance between them for an overall sense of well-being. With so many branches of yoga available, we can even select one based on what we wish to improve – the mind, the body or both. Check out the ways in which yoga improves the body and the mind: The Body Yoga can be great for both the active and inactive types of people out there due to its various branches. Some forms are more vigorous and push the body harder, whilst others are focused on slow, steady movements that can be performed by most people, regardless of fitness levels. Strength is improved due to the positions in yoga. You have to move and hold muscles in […]
Mar 07

The Contribution of Mind-Body Practices to Emotional Health

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Emotional health is a state of positive psychological functioning and is vital for living a life of balance and contentment. People who are emotionally healthy are in control of their moods and behaviour, which helps them to meet the challenges of career difficulties, family conflict, or life dilemmas. However, many individuals have experienced emotional disturbances and disorders during their life. Emotional disorders are highly intertwined with leading causes of illness and disability, such as heart disease or stroke, leading to a high family and social burden due to increased healthcare costs. Therefore, it is an important public health issue to encourage more research into the field of mental health. It is well established that mind-body practices, as an alternative and complementary treatment, have shown beneficial effects in the alleviation of anxiety, depression, and other psychopathologies. Recently, considerable efforts have been devoted to the field of mind-body training-induced emotional effects, to unravel the significance of alternative and complementary techniques in the prevention and treatment of emotional disturbances and disorders. These mind-body practices include Tai Chi Chuan, yoga, Baduanjin, and Qigong. Given the accessibility of mind-body practices among individuals of all ages, there is potential in the application of regimens with empirical […]
Mar 06

How Nutrition And Food Plays A Key Role For Good Mental Health – Expert Reveals

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Best Food for Mental Health: Mental health and food are directly linked to each other. Here are some expert-suggested foods and drinks you must try.   “Healthy food for a healthy lifestyle.” One must concentrate on eating a balanced diet that will give the body all the nutrients it needs for growth, maintenance, and immunity-building. But along with bodily well-being, it is equally important to concentrate on mental health. In today’s time, we come across many people who give importance to physical fitness. They work out regularly to maintain a healthy body but are unaware of the connection between a balanced diet and mental health. In recent years, the relationships between nutrition and mental health have gained considerable interest. Without including mental health, the concept of fitness is incomplete. Regarding the prevailing mental health problems, India is at a critical stage. According to the most recent NCRB study, suicide deaths have grown by 7.2% since 2020, directly reflecting the general lack of mental health in the population. Therefore, we must take note of the prevailing situation to address mental health issues using various strategies.   How Nutrition And Food Plays A Key Role In Mental Well-Being Three key factors-emotional, psychological, […]
Mar 06

4 Types Of Therapy To Improve Your Mental Health Condition

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Anyone might need help with their mental health at any point of time, there is nothing to be ashamed of it. But not everyone who needs mental health therapy is receiving it. so everyone should know the 4 common therapies which can help the people who are suffering to be back again in their normal conditions. Because at the end of the day, no one should be allowed to suffer in silence. • Cognitive behavioral therapy – This approach is solution oriented in which the people are encouraged to change the behaviors and the views they have of themselves. This can be achieved by challenging the way they think things about themselves. This therapy is one of the most popular ones on this list and is really effective. for every patient, CBT can be tailored in a way to target his or her problems. • Interpersonal therapy – Interpersonal therapy is used to treat various kinds of mood-related disorders. The goal of this therapy is to improve the relationship between people as well as the social interactions so that this reduces the stress in which they constantly reside. IPT is a newer version of this therapy where people can get […]
Mar 05

10 EASY WAYS TO DE-STRESS ALMOST INSTANTLY

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Juggling the endless workload and home duties isn’t an easy task, and if you’re one of those who tend to feel half dead by the time you reach home, maybe you need to explore some instant de-stressers and have them handy. Here are 10 easy ways to melt your stress away almost instantly. Read on… • Do a quick self massage- you don’t always need someone to massage the sore spots on your body- just use your hands to lightly release the tension in tensed areas of your neck and shoulders, which releases oxytocin- a hormone that makes you feel happy. • Chant a mantra- choose a word that makes you feel happy and less stressed- chant it over and over again the next time you’re feeling down. You can also hold a visual image of yourself feeling relaxed and calm as you chant. • Get some fresh air- getting out for a breath of fresh air could be an effective way to release stress, especially if you’re caught up in the 9 to 5 schedule, and don’t have time to get outdoors. • Try guided visualization- download a guided visualization audio on your phone and spend a few minutes […]
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