How to reduce indoor air pollution: Seven tips to improve your health at home

New Delhi: The lethal effects of pollution are seen across the world. Recently, a study showed that pollution claimed nine million lives globally in 2015 – one in six of all deaths worldwide. And air pollution is by far the largest contributor to early death, accountng for 6.5 million fatalities in the same year. The report published in the medical journal The Lancet also showed that most pollution-related deaths occur in India with as many as 2.5 million people succumbing to diseases associated with pollution in the country in that year.  Prolonged…

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SIMPLE WAYS TO LOWER YOUR CHOLESTEROL LEVELS NATURALLY

Research suggests that you can keep your cholesterol levels in check by making simple but effective dietary changes, opting for an exercise regimen and keeping your weight in check. Here are some effective ways to lower your cholesterol levels without popping pills:   ? SAY NO TO TRANS FATS ? Food manufacturers use trans fats because they extend the shelf life of packaged baked goods. ? They raise LDL (bad cholesterol), lower HDL (good cholesterol), and increase the risk of developing heart diseases and stroke. ? Trans fats are found in…

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17 Astonishing Home Remedies for Snoring

Snoring often goes unnoticed as a disease. One who snores or the one who shares bedroom with such a person remain disturbed due to snoring but most of the time, it is not taken so seriously as to take measures to stop it. But snoring is a risky habit! Seventy five percent of people who snore suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. It means their breathing gets disrupted for short periods when they sleep. This increases their risk of developing heart disease. Therefore, it is essential to treat this condition not…

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