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National Naturopathy Day

November 18, 2019November 18, 2019 Urbanatural

The Ministry of AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy), Government of India, has declared 18th November as Naturopathy day in order to promote positive mental and physical health through drugless system of medicine, Naturopathy. The drastic and alarming rise in the number of many preventable diseases, mostly the non-communicable diseases, owing to changes in sedentary lifestyle and wrong eating habits has shifted people’s awareness towards adopting natural and healthy method for better lifestyle. Naturopathy plays a crucial role in such scenario by preventing disease and promoting positive…

Four Ways to Turn Negative Body Thoughts Around

April 19, 2019 Urbanatural

by Renee Engeln Ph.D. Practice changing the disparaging things you say to your body into compassion. If you’re committed to cultivating a healthier body image, you’ll also need to tackle the negative things you say about your body. Sometimes that negative body talk comes in the form of conversations with others in which you badmouth your body, but other times these conversations happen in the privacy of your own mind. Psychologists refer to those unspoken conversations you have with yourself as “negative self-talk.” Consider what kinds of thoughts go through your mind when you catch…

Happiness and Contentment: Still Not Available in a Pill

March 18, 2019 Urbanatural

By Suzanne Degges-White Ph.D. Happiness is a byproduct of the journey, not the destination. A lot of research on happiness and subjective well-being has been done over the last fifty years or so—seems like everyone wants to figure out how we can grab a slice of the happiness pie that we feel life is supposed to offer. While there will never be a specific prescription for attaining happiness, there are some important findings that are excellent guidelines that, if followed, might increase the likelihood that we get our own fair share of…

Pumpkin Juice For Weight Loss: 5 Health Benefits Of The Veggie Juice That Make It Great For Weight Loss

November 27, 2018November 27, 2018 Urbanatural

Pumpkin juice is practically fat-free and low in calories. Here are 5 ways that it can help you in losing weight fast! Well there’s at least a section of people, for whom, pumpkin is always on the mind- health freaks. Pumpkin or kaddu is one vegetable that has always been considered nutritious and delicious. Indians love their pumpkin ki sabzi, which is a spicy, mushy vegetarian dish, eaten with chapatis and pooris. If you’re one of those who don’t like eating pumpkin, then you may be missing out on a…

World Toilet Day: Change thinking, go to the toilet; Know what is in the world

November 19, 2018November 19, 2018 Urbanatural

by: Sanjay Pokhriyal The Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi had two important things about cleanliness and cleanliness. First of all, that there is more significant cleanliness than freedom and every man should be his own cleanman. But it seems that we have forgotten these things about them. Only then the world has to commemorate the toilets day so that people do not get poisoned in the open. Use toilets. Fast toilets are being created in many countries of the world including India. Ironically, those who have this facility in rural areas also avoided using it. World…

Naturopathy Day: डायबीटीज से हैं पीड़ित या हाई बीपी की है परेशानी, नेचुरोपैथी से पाएं इलाज

November 18, 2018 Urbanatural

नेचुरोपैथी की थेरपी शुरू करने से पहले इसके एक्सपर्ट से राय जरूर लेनी चाहिए। थेरपी के लिए सामान की कीमतों में फर्क हो सकता है। वहीं इलाज के तरीके और असर में भी कुछ अंतर संभव है। भारत सरकार के आयुष मंत्रालय ने 18 नवंबर 2018 को पहले नेचुरोपैथी डे के रूप में मनाने का फैसला किया है। दरअसल, राष्ट्रपिता महात्मा गांधी का नेचुरोपैथी से इलाज में बहुत यकीन था। इसलिए 18 नवंबर 1945 को महात्मा गांधी ने ‘ऑल इंडिया नेचर क्योर फाउंडेशन ट्रस्ट’ की स्थापना की थी। कुदरत के…

Are you Losing the War against Flu, Cold, and other Infections?

October 5, 2018October 5, 2018 Urbanatural

7 Foods that are Wrecking your Immune System without you Realizing It Do you catch the sniffles and cold, every single time it strikes someone in the office? The reason may be “your immune system might be down in the dumps.” The Body’s Natural Barrier to Diseases Your immune system is your natural barrier against disease, and it’s what keeps you healthy and hale. Think of it as your body’s gateway. A poorly maintained gate means the intruders (nasty viruses, bacteria, and fungi) have a gala time and walk into your…

National Nutrition Week 2018: Theme & History

September 1, 2018September 1, 2018 Urbanatural

National Nutrition Week is observed every year from 1st September to 7 September to aware people about the importance of nutrition for the Human Body and well being of health. People should include a healthy diet in their daily routine like whole grains, fruits, vegetables, fat-free milk etc. with full of nutrition which not only helps in growth but also make immune system strong. National Nutrition Week 2018: Theme The theme for National Nutrition Week 2018 is ‘Go Further with Food’ and in 2017 was ‘Optimal Infant & Young Child Feeding Practices: Better…

Amazing tips to eat healthy while travelling

May 23, 2018 Urbanatural

Travelling; the most recreational activity to every mood. People who love mapping the different areas are the ones who love their life insanely and they love the food extremely. As to travel we need much more energy than needed! But knowing the true food during travelling is a real struggle. Actually the eating strategies have to be adapted during the course you shall travel, because it might differ the mode of travelling…bus, train, plane, ride, etc. Some important tips to go for a healthy trip on travelling: The Hotel Search…

Year ender 2017: Nutrition myths busted

December 30, 2017 Urbanatural

Nutritional expert busts food goals that became popular this year. By: SOUMYABRATA GUPTA A new year is knocking on the door, which means you’re probably reevaluating all your poor health choices and setting a few fitness goals for 2018. Every year has its own nutrition fads, and while some work, some are nothing but skeptical conjectures. With the easy accessibility of the internet, it makes it easier than ever to spread misinformation. Myths spread like wildfire through various social media platforms. Speaking to this correspondent, Munmun Ganeriwal, a Nutrition and Exercise…