And all that constant twisting and turning, compounded by the stress of weight gain and inactivity, makes the knee the most common site for osteoarthritis 18 percent of over-45s have arthritic knees. Many people are offered an arthroscopy, where debris is ‘washed out’ of the joint and any damage repaired. It’s thought to be the most common orthopedic… Read More »
For some reason, no one taught me about white discharge, not my parents, not my teachers. Luckily, it never seemed concerning enough for me to be alarmed by it. However, I believe it’s important to be aware of our bodies’ processes so that we’re educated and so we can identify if something is going wrong. Normal white discharge… Read More »
Hair is one of the most important parts of the body. Beautiful and healthy hair enhances your personality and makes you look elegant and classy. With the increase in pollution and the dirty environment is making our hair weak and to top it off we prefer chemical products that are also the main cause of hair damage. Many… Read More »
We often look at people with flawless skin and think how lucky they are to be blessed with such radiance. Genes do make it easy, but a good skincare routine is extremely important for maintaining radiant skin. Here are nine daily habits followed by people who have glowing skin: 1. They always use UV protection: Experts constantly stress how… Read More »
The exact cause of PCOS is unknown, but it often runs in families. It’s related to abnormal hormone levels in the body, including high levels of insulin. Insulin is a hormone that controls sugar levels in the body. Many women with PCOS are resistant to the action of insulin in their bodies and produce higher levels of insulin… Read More »
Alternate-day fasting may help overweight patients lose nearly 8lbs in four weeks, research has found. Volunteers were forced to starve for 36 hours before being allowed to indulge in whatever they wanted for 12 hours. Overall, their calorie intake reduced by more than a third, helping them shed body fat without missing out on the foods they enjoyed.… Read More »
Arteries are blood vessels that carry blood rich in oxygen throughout your body. They go to your brain as well as to the tips of your toes. Healthy arteries have smooth inner walls and blood flows through them easily. Some people, however, develop clogged arteries. Clogged arteries result from a buildup of a substance called plaque on the… Read More »
If you’re feeling like nothing will help your bloated belly, you’re not alone. It’s frustrating when you’re trying your hardest to make healthy choices but the tummy area just doesn’t want to play ball. Here, a nutritionist has revealed the three main causes of bloating – and how to dampen down the bloating within 24 hours. In a… Read More »
For a country that gets so much sun, it’s pretty unbelievable that so many Pakistanis are vitamin-D deficient. The first thing you need to know about Vitamin D is that it’s not really a vitamin at all! It’s, in fact, more of a ‘sun hormone’ that is produced naturally in the human body when the skin is exposed… Read More »
Here are a few natural methods for teeth whitening: Note: These methods may not produce the same results as professional teeth whitening procedures and may also damage your teeth or gums if not used correctly. It’s best to consult with your dentist before trying any new method.