Parkinson’s disease or primary parkinsonism is a progressive deteriorating disorder of the central nervous system which affects the brain cells (neurons) of the substantia nigra region that produce dopamine thus, giving rise to motor symptoms such as tremors and shaking, rigidity and slowness of movement that can eventually lead to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Parkinson’s […]
Category Archives: Lifestyle
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Dec
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Whenever it comes to sleep, we have been told time and again that 8 hours of restful sleep is essential for healthy and proper functioning of the body and anything less than that can have adverse effects on the body. But with further research into the realm of sleep the question arises that “Is 7 […]
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Dec
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Healthy sleeping habits can bring about great positive changes in your personal and professional life. Sleep deprivation caused by insomnia and other sleep issues can affect your health, productivity, memory and concentration. There are various unavoidable factors such as work pressure and family responsibilities that interfere with sleep, but these simple sleeping habits can help […]
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Forget running and walk to your fitness – an amazing aerobic exercise that helps in weight loss and improves overall health by reducing the chances of developing chronic diseases like cardiovascular diseases, osteoporosis, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity. 30 minutes of moderately brisk walking for at least 5 days a week can […]
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Have you ever wondered that your unhappy teen might be actually experiencing teen mental depression? Findings show that out of every eight teens, one teen suffers from teen depression. Yes, even for a well-adjusted teen, adolescent can be a difficult phase in life. Depression can strike both the adults and teenagers alike. However, young people […]
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Stress is a normal reaction to emergency situations, and there is no way to escape it. But in the present hectic lifestyle that calls for constant work pressure to meet deadlines, stress has turned into a chronic problem that is leading to various diseases. It is said that stress is the leading cause of infertility […]
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Man is a creature of habits. Many strong habits are inculcated into our lifestyle since childhood. Although, old habits die hard, it is never too late to change them for weight control and a fit and healthier you. What Are Habits? Habits are learned behaviors that are automatic. Habits can be bad and good. Although […]
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Stressful events don’t always have to be serious catastrophic happenings; stress can arise from day to day events such as work pressure, approaching deadlines, minor arguments or traffic jams. As a response to stress, hormone cortisol is released from the adrenal cortex that promotes food cravings, specially carbs and sweet foods. At this point, eating […]
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Blood pressure is the force exerted by blood on the arterial walls as it flows through the arteries. High blood pressure or hypertension is the persistently elevated pressure of blood within the arteries. High blood pressure for a prolonged period can lead to heart damage, brain damage, kidney failure, blindness and stroke. Therefore, it is […]
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Are you sweating out 4-5 days in the gym but don’t seem to get effective results? May be the reason lies in your diet. A well-planned diet rich in proteins and carbohydrates plays a very important role in maximizing the benefits of exercise. It helps in energizing the muscles, promotes weight loss and helps in […]