Gestational Diabetes: Causes, Signs, Symptoms & Prevention

Gestational Diabetes (GSD) typically affects women during pregnancy. Due to the many lifestyle issues we are facing, women are more prone to Gestational Diabetes now. Gestational Diabetes can often lead to type 2 diabetes in later stages of life for women. However, it is not necessary that one may become diabetic permanently. Once the baby is born, one may not have diabetes at all. Even though Gestational Diabetes is not a permanent state, it is important to remember to stick to a healthy diet and regime as your baby might…

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EIGHT NATURAL WAYS TO GET RID OF GAS & BLOATING

Put an End to Awkward Situations with these Effective Gas Relieving Remedies It is no coincidence that both Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, two of the oldest healing practices in the world, both agree that “The Key to your Overall Health lies in your Digestive System”. Both these forerunners of contemporary medicine unanimously agree that the link between a person’s digestive health and their overall well-being is profound. Addressing the Foul Smelling Elephant in the Room And, today’s article is all about an issue that is natural yet highly embarrassing.…

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New Year resolutions won’t help old health woes but a change in lifestyle will

NEW DELHI: Every year we vow to sleep better, eat better, exercise more and generally give our health more priority, but most of us fail to achieve the milestone we aim for. Our weight issues keep us worried, our stamina continues to deteriorate, and our health continues to suffer. The work will never end, but one day our life will. Treating our bodies like a temple is as important as other priorities and commitments in one’s life. Here are a few suggestions from experts at Apollo Hospital to maintain a balanced…

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Essence of Wellness

Nowadays, we associate wellness with our physical well-being, stamina, and ability. The fact is that, wellness is a broad term that accounts for our physical, mental and spiritual health. We are very able to see the benefits or detriments to our physical body, but many times are oblivious to or take for granted our mental and spiritual welfare. Our bodies though, work at every level to give us optimal health. Any disturbance at any layer of energy can disrupt our soundness. There are many dimensions to our wellness, and when…

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World Breastfeeding week: More women are breastfeeding in India than before

More mothers in India are now breastfeeding their babies, especially within the recommended one hour of birth, than a decade ago, government data shows. If compared globally the percentage may seem low, but there has been a significant improvement in breastfeeding practices among both rural and urban Indian women. According to the recent National Family Health Survey (NFHS)-4 that was released last year, 41.6% children under 3 years of age were breastfed within one hour of birth in 2015-16 as compared to 23.4% in 2005-06. Close to 55% of country’s children are exclusively breastfed,…

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EASY EVERYDAY HABITS TO HELP YOU STAY HAPPY

Being happy and healthy starts with small, everyday habits and trying some of makethese can make a huge difference to your life.   ? Life Circumstances Have Little To Do With Happiness. ? Much Happiness Is Under Your OWN Control. ? It’s The Product Of Your Habits And Your Outlook TOWARDS Life. ? You Either Create Happiness Or You Don’t. When it comes to making yourself happy, you need to learn what works for you.  And making yourself happy doesn’t just improve your performance; it is also good for your…

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REASONS TO RELISH ON WATERMELON IN SUMMER SEASON

Of the few things which make summers in the sub-continent somewhat bearable, the watermelon is certainly a chart-topper. For its size, the fruit’s calorie and fat content are incredibly low. The cholesterol levels also do not go up at all from having watermelon. Nothing can refresh our tired and dehydrated bodies more than juicy watermelon cubes on / after a day at work.   ?  It Is Recommended To Have 2 Cups Of Watermelon Daily.   Here Are Some Amazing Health Benefits Of Watermelon:   ?   HYDRATES THE BODY…

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SIMPLE WAYS TO ENSURE GLOWING SKIN THIS SUMMER SEASON

Summer in the Indian sub-continent means dry-heat in the plains and humidity in the coastal areas. And both these weather conditions have a harmful impact on your skin. Dry, listless and parched skin; oily skin prone to break out; sun burnt and irritated skin are just some of the effects of a scorching Indian summer. While there is not much you can do about the heat, you can take charge of your skin and ensure your skin stays healthy and glowing.   Here Are Some Amazing Skincare Tips One Can…

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WATERMELON JUICE

This weekend treat yourself and your family with this refreshing and healthy fruit shake. Watermelon shake has high nutritious value and doesn’t add up to the calories. It pacifies pitta, improves skin and has a lot more benefits. Click here for the recipe: https://jiva.com/recipes/watermelon-shake/ इस सप्ताहान्त आप और आपका परिवार इस ताजगी और स्वास्थ्यप्रद फ्रूट शेक का आनन्द लें। तरबूज शेक पोषक तत्वों से भरपूर होता है जिससे केलोरी भी नहीं बढ़ती है। यह पित्त का शमन करता है, त्वचा में चमक लाता है और इसमें अन्य कई लाभ पाए…

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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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