स्वास्थ्य के प्रति अनदेखी करने से कभी-कभी पूरे शरीर में या फिर किसी अंग विशेष में सूजन आ जाती है विशेषकर पैरों में सूजन आना एक आम समस्या है लेकिन यदि ऐसा बार-बार हो तो यह शरीर में छिपी किसी बड़ी बीमारी का संकेत भी हो सकता है। यह शरीर में अत्यधिक पानी एकत्रित होने के कारण होता है और यह हृदय लिवर या किडनी की किसी समस्या का संकेत होता है। जब शरीर में अतिरिक्त पानी या फ्लूइड जमा हो जाता है तो शरीर में सूजन आने लगती…
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1. दाल, चावल, सब्जियों और मसालों से तैयार की गई खिचड़ी (Khichdi) काफी स्वादिष्ट और पोषण से भरपूर होती है, जो शरीर को ऊर्जा और पोषण देती है। इसके माध्यम से एक साथ सभी पोषक तत्व प्राप्त किए जा सकते हैं। 2. पाचन क्षमता कमजोर होने पर भी यह आहार आसानी से पच जाता है और पाचन क्रिया को दुरुस्त करता है, इसलिए बीमारी में मरीजों को इसे खिलाया जाता है, क्यों उस वक्त पाचन शक्ति कमजोर होती है। 3. महिलाओं में गर्भावस्था के दौरान अक्सर कब्ज या अपच की…
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Age and Exercise Many people believe that exercise should be done only in childhood. The life process benefits all ages, though the type of exercise may differ. For children, games are the best, because they are interesting and every child likes to play. Children who get involved in studies and neglect games, should be encouraged to play games. If it is not possible then they should be coaxed to doing exercises. If the child plays a game where only legs are exercised then he should be taught exercises for upper…
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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…
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Don’t let your gut give you the silent treatment Improper bowel movements are not serious. But they surely cause a lot of discomfort and gastric issues that can make your life difficult. However, it has been seen that when it comes to speaking up about bowel movements, people are really apprehensive. Believe it or not, every 1 in 7 adults suffers from constipation. Then why keep these issues under wraps. Instead, you should try to rectify it such that you can lead a normal life. Though constipation does not have…
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The maternal intake of acetaminophen saw a reduction in the intelligence quotient level along with increasing language delay, defined as the use of lesser than 50 words, by the kids Women who consume acetaminophen — also known as paracetamol and widely used to reduce a high fever or relieve pain — during early pregnancy are six times more likely to see delay in their daughters’ language skills, warns a new study. Acetaminophen is the active ingredient in Tylenol and hundreds of over-the-counter and prescription medicines. The maternal intake of acetaminophen…
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Yogasanas help exercise external as well as internal body parts. This helps with proper body functioning, thereby ensuring good physical health, as well as mental peace and calm.The various postures help correct our physiological and physical imbalances and help us tone our musculo-skeletal system. If practiced properly and regularly, yoga has an extremely rejuvenative and therapeutic effect on our body. If you are a beginner, you should always perform the yogasanas under the supervision of an expert trainer, who would advice you on which asanas are good for you keeping…
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According to researchers, avoiding high intake of sugary beverages during pregnancy and in early childhood could be one of several ways to reduce the risk of childhood asthma. Children between the ages of 7 and 9 may be at greater risk of developing asthma if their mothers drank a lot of sugar-sweetened beverages while pregnant, warns a new study. “Avoiding high intake of sugary beverages during pregnancy and in early childhood could be one of several ways to reduce the risk of childhood asthma,” said study lead author Sheryl Rifas-Shiman…
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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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Edema, also known as oedema, dropsy and hydropsy, is an accumulation of fluid in the body’s tissues, which leads to swelling. Although edema can occur in any part of your body, it usually affects the hands, ankles, legs and feet. About 4.4 million people in the U.S. suffer from edema. Common signs and symptoms of edema include swelling, puffiness, stretched or shiny skin, and dimpling of the skin after being pressed for a few seconds. Mild cases of edema may result from sitting or staying in one position for many hours,…
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