Posts Tagged ‘Wellness’
How can yoga help with endometriosis
The ancient Indian practice of yoga has an amalgamation of benefits including boosting mental wellness by alleviating stress and improving physical health. Yoga encompasses a multitude of actions such as calming breathing techniques, physical poses to rejuvenate your muscles and improve posture and elements of meditation to connect your mind and body. Hence, it is…
Read More10 things that happen to your body when you lose sleep
Most of us need around 8 hours of good-quality sleep each night to function properly – but some need more and some less. What matters is that you find out how much sleep you need and then try to achieve it. As a general rule, if you wake up tired and spend the day longing…
Read MoreHow highly sensitive people can achieve better sleep
According to Elaine Aron’s book “The Highly Sensitive Person,” the highly sensitive characteristic, officially known as sensory processing sensitivity (SPS), affects 15 to 20% of the population. HSPs are more sensitive of nuances in their environment because of their hyperactive nervous system. Some things that might influence a Highly Sensitive Person would include loud sounds, changes…
Read More2022: Healthy food trends to look out for this year
With the rise of the Covid-19 pandemic, many eateries were closed as part of efforts to contain the virus. As a result, there was an increase in the number of people who chose to prepare their own meals as opposed to ordering take out. But with 2022 finally here, we are finally seeing more eateries…
Read MoreAcupuncture could help COVID-19 patients, according to new study
The Mayo Clinic defines acupuncture as the practice of inserting very thin needles through your skin at strategic points on your body. A key component of traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is most commonly used to treat pain. However, it is becoming more popular for overall wellness, including stress management. According to traditional Chinese medicine principles,…
Read MoreDoing a Digital Detox for Better Health
For most of us, being connected to our devices such as mobile phones, laptops and the Internet is the new norm. Studies have shown that the average U.S. adult spends approximately 11 hours every day listening to, watching, reading, or interacting with media. While people often feel that they can’t imagine life without their tech…
Read More9 Digital Health Responses For Global COVID-19 Response
According to the last global tally of coronavirus infections around March 13, 2020, global coronavirus infections exceed 120,000 confirmed cases in 119 countries, with over 4.300 deaths from COVID-19. There are also more than 66,500 people who have fully recovered from this disease. There is a list of digital health solutions that could be used…
Read MoreHow Digital Technology Can Enhance Mental Health
Mental health has become an increasingly important issue in recent times. The World Health Organisation expects that by 2030 depression will have become the largest healthcare burden, costing $6 trillion globally. That is roughly equivalent to the total global healthcare expenditure in 2012. Several media and academic sources have discussed the growing power of social…
Read MoreBenefits of Bathing with Cold Water
Do you shower with cold water? If you’ve crinkled your nose in disgust – hear me out. Bathing with cold water actually confers a whole range of benefits. While bathing with cold water can be uncomfortable, especially if you’re a first-timer, here’s why a cold shower is still worth the initial discomfort. 1. Bathing with…
Read MoreHealth Benefits of using Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple Cider Vinegar has a long history as being a home remedy for certain ailments. Recently it has become trendy in the beauty, health and wellness world with many articles and celebrities claiming its good for this and that. So what is Apple cider vinegar? Apple cider vinegar is essentially fermented juice from crushed apples. Much…
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