Healthy Freak

‘ You have to finish your glass of milk ’ has been a phrase we all have heard as we grew up. And a lot of times it was combined with a few others ‘ Don’t leave any food on your plate, eat it! ’ or ‘ Sleep now! You have to wake up early ’. As we sit and think, numerous instances cross our mind where our parents ensured our well-being. Now the roles have swapped, it’s our turn to check on their health for their happier and wholesome lives ahead.  Here’s a list to ensure that your parents stay in the pink of their health for long:  Spend quality time together Giving a portion of your daily routine to connect with your parents can do wonders in uplifting their spirits. Lend your hand in daily chores or take out an old family photo album to rekindle their fond memories. Make sure you spend quality time with your parents, be it over a call or a cup of tea in the balcony. Especially in times when social-isolation is taking a toll over our mental and social health, a gesture of care a...

While bad breath after consuming certain beverages or a day’s meal is common, but did you know that your stomach could be a cause too? Having a stinky breath gets embarrassing and even frustrating at times. Well, it’s time to find out the reasons and work towards its cure.  Commonly, a lot of times the bothersome breath is caused by excessive smoking, alcohol consumption, having a meal with garlic or other spices. Whereas for some it could be a result of the underlying health issues like acid reflux and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). When the food is not digested properly, it starts to decay which causes the stomach acid to move back into the food pipe resulting in a burning sensation. Some medical professions ascertain GERD to be a serious medical issue that causes tooth decay, damaged oral structures and heartburn in the stomach further leading to bad breath, nausea and even vomiting.  After a proper diagnosis, a dentist will identify if your bad breath and GERD are...

Remember what follows after gorging on those irresistible mango treats or those extra servings of desserts we overeat? Be it indulgent holiday feasts or mindless snacking, giving in to sumptuous spoonfuls of bliss often does not go down well with our digestive system. Such overindulgences end up in bathroom runs, nausea and bouts of upset stomach. And this is what is indigestion in a nutshell. Dyspepsia or Indigestion is any discomfort in the upper abdomen. While indigestion is not classified as a disease in itself, it may be a result of an underlying digestive disease. Generally, indigestion is an umbrella term used for all gastrointestinal tract related issues that one experiences. While the condition is very common, the way it is experienced by each person may vary. The condition may be episodic or occasional for many or a regular ordeal for some. Identifying indigestion is rather easy. Here are some of the common symptoms of indigestion that you may have experienced: Abdominal pain...

Heartburn, constipation, gas or bloating, do they seem like commonly used words when you visit a doctor or you rush to a medical store for a tablet? How many times have you experienced acidity and stomach ache because of a heavy dinner or even a healthy meal? If you have affirmative answers to these questions, it’s time you take hold of your lifestyle and eating habits.  Well, due to the ever-changing weather, routines and diets, there is a constant shift in stomach acid, gut immunity and digestive enzymes. Many times it leads to gut bacteria imbalance, where there aren’t enough good bacteria and bad bacteria thrives. Our bodies signal gut imbalance with irritable bowel movements, constipation, acid reflux, allergies, sleep issues, sluggishness, anxiety, unintended weight gain or weight loss and even sugar cravings.  As we pace on with our daily lives, maintaining the right balance of gut health is essential for physical and mental well-being, it even boosts immunity. Here’s a...

Finally decided to get inked? While tattoos are considered as a form of art, expression, personalization of who you are as a person, they come with a whole new skin regime. The first step is to look for a hygienic tattoo parlour & ensure that tattoo needles are sterilized before use. And then pump up the courage and excitement for your new tattoo! To ensure that your tattoo remains vibrant & sharp for long, it’s important to take proper care of your skin. While a lot of thought goes into getting a tattoo, deciding the part of your body, fashioning the design to be inked and gathering information about safety measures, the real care starts after you get a tattoo. Adding a few skincare steps to your daily regimen is the way out, and chances are that you already have a few products in your cabinet.  Here are a few skin care tips for a comfortable inking experience:  Keep It Clean  Your tattoo artist will complete the inking process and apply petroleum jelly while cov...

If you feel “burnout” setting in, if you feel demoralized and exhausted, it is best, for the sake of everyone, to withdraw and restore yourself. -Dalai Lama Ever missed that super important conference call or meeting with your clients or the doctor’s appointment for no good reason? Then why give your well earned “me time” a miss, always? While most of us make it a point to stick to deadlines and take work-related projects more seriously, we often slack off when it comes to committing to ourselves. You’d agree that finding “me time” to recharge our batteries takes a back seat especially for the woman of the house. This is generally a result of relatively less leisure time owing to competing priorities at both work and home. With kids to care for and a whole family to attend to, the time at hand only shrinks further leaving most of us without any opportunity for adequate rest or rejuvenation. However, it has been seen that long hours of work through the day can make us feel frazzled and ...

Remember how the cut on your finger while chopping vegetables makes you rush around the house for a band-aid or when you have that painful headache and all you want is a pain reliever. Well, the next time this happens make sure that your first aid kit is stocked up and easy to reach.  Right from the scrapes to bruises to burns and even the sudden bee sting can be cured easily with a basic first-aid, many times stopping a mishap from getting worse. Think of your first aid kit as the first responder at home, keeping your loved ones safe. Knowing what to do and where to find the first aid essentials in case of a medical emergency helps to heal soon and not fret over a wound.  Here’s a list of must-haves for your first aid kit: Bandages & Antiseptic Creams  If you get a minor cut or scrape, the first step is to clean the wound properly with an antiseptic liquid to avoid any infection and then wrap up with a band-aid. Protect and cover deeper wounds with a clean gauze pad ...