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Obesity may lead to Alzheimer’s, says study

August 16, 2018 Urbanatural

The study also revealed that certain areas of the brain respond differently to risk factors associated with Alzheimer’s This is known to all that ageing has been called as a significant risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease but according to a new study, obesity during middle age may also lead to the early development of the brain disorder. The results showed that ageing, combined with a high fat and high sugar diet, results in increased inflammation and stress in the hippocampus — responsible for long-term memory — and prefrontal cortex —…

10 Problems Root (Basic) Chakra Healing Can Help with (and How to Perform It)

July 27, 2018 Urbanatural

If you are feeling anxious or depressed, it could be that your root chakra is blocked. Follow these root chakra healing practices to transform your life. Chakras are energy centres within the body. When they get blocked, energy cannot flow through them and this can cause physical and emotional symptoms. When our root chakra becomes blocked, we can experience a range of physical and mental problems. Read on to find out some of the symptoms of a blocked root chakra and discover some practices that can provide root chakra healing. 10 Symptoms of a blocked…

Health Alert: Common toothpaste ingredient linked to colon cancer

July 18, 2018 Urbanatural

As part of the experiment, the researchers team fed mice with food containing various concentrations of triclosan for three weeks Using triclosan, an antibacterial and antifungal agent found in hand soaps and toothpastes among other consumer products, can potentially cause colon inflammation and cancer, found a study on mice. The study, reported in Science Translational Medicine, suggests that short-time treatment with low-dose triclosan caused low-grade colonic inflammation, and exaggerated disease development of colitis and colitis-associated colon cancer in mice. “These results, for the first time, suggest that triclosan could have…

Belly fat linked to vitamin D deficiency

July 10, 2018 Urbanatural

By Tim Newman A new study reveals that individuals with higher levels of belly fat and larger waistlines are more likely to have lower vitamin D levels. Currently, in medical circles, vitamin D is the talk of the town. Produced in our skin on contact with sunlight, it plays a myriad of roles in the human body. In the past few months, Medical News Today have covered a wealth of research into the group of fat-soluble secosteroids more commonly known as vitamin D. For instance, recent studies have found that vitamin D might protect against heart failure, diabetes, and cancer,…

Autistic Pride Day 2018: Five effective yoga poses for children with autism spectrum disorder

June 18, 2018 Urbanatural

Researchers have found that yoga can be of significant benefit to children with autism. Here are five yoga poses that are good for autistic kids. Most of us know that yoga is a great form of exercise that can be performed by people of all ages, including the older adults and children. It helps to prevent or reduce your risk of various diseases while improving overall health and well-being. But did you know that yoga can assist children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), a neurological and developmental disorder that affects…

BREATHE FREE WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM MOTHER NATURE

June 9, 2018 Urbanatural

Breathe wholly and live a wholesome life We usually take breathing for granted. It is something that happens in the natural way and thus does not need a second thought. But this is only till the time the breathing is regular. Once you start facing breathing issues, every breath counts, literally. It has been seen that most people rush to the doctors for a dose of antibiotics to get a quick relief. While this can surely give you some relief, this is definitely not a long term solution. What you…

World Bicycle Day, this is why cycling is the best exercise you need to lose weight

June 3, 2018 Urbanatural

On World Bicycle Day (June 3), take a look at the benefits of cycling. It’s one of the best forms of exercise if you want to lose the extra kilos. By: Manali Shah If the monotony of a gym routine bores you, or you hate being cooped up indoors, cycling is the best exercise for you. You can connect to nature and let go of some stress, while getting fitter in the process. And oh, cycling to places instead of driving does wonders for the environment. So it’s pretty much a win-win. But…

Is your period irregular? This lifestyle disease could be to blame

May 25, 2018 Urbanatural

A new study shows that girls diagnosed with type 2 diabetes have a high frequency of menstrual irregularities, which can put them at risk of fatty liver disease, fertility problems and endometrial cancer. Here’s why. By: Soma Das Infrequent periods can be associated with heavy and painful periods.(Shutterstock) Menstrual irregularities can be caused by a host of different factors, be it pregnancy, hormonal imbalances, infections, disease, trauma or certain medications. Now, a new study shows that girls diagnosed with type 2 diabetes have a high frequency of menstrual irregularities. Previous studies…

Select right vegetable Juices for your DISEASES

May 24, 2018 Urbanatural

Following vegetables gives instant benefits than any other vegetables in the market. Let us see each vegetables speciality individually. Ash gourd (राख लौकी, पेठा फल/सफ़ेद कोहड़ू) : Regular use of green and red chillies in food causes various gastro intestinal troubles. Prolonged gastric ulcer may result in cancer. Even then the cancer ulcers can be easily healed by taking 200 gm of raw Ash Gourd Vegetable three times a day. Ash Gourd is a natural Gastroenterologist Brinjal (बैंगन) : Our body is of 75% water which is easily infected by present…

World Hypertension day 2018: Know your numbers to stay fit

May 17, 2018 Urbanatural

World Hypertension day, observed on the 17th of May every year, calls out for increasing awareness about this silent killer. World Hypertension day, observed on the 17th of May every year, calls out for increasing awareness about this silent killer and help people realise that hypertension or high blood pressure is a preventable and controllable condition. Hypertension remains a contributing risk factor for stroke, heart attacks and other cardiovascular complications leading to deaths across the globe. The theme for the World Hypertension Day 2018 is ‘Know Your Numbers.’ According to…