Don’t have time for intensive skin care? You can still pamper yourself by acing the basics. Good skin care and healthy lifestyle choices can help delay natural aging and prevent various skin problems. Get started with these five no-nonsense tips. 1. Protect yourself from the sun One of the most important ways to take care of your skin… Read More »
Every strand of hair on your head has a lifespan between about 3 to 5 years. Hair follicles have a cycle of active growth, transition, and rest. Hair loss occurs when your hair’s growth cycle is disrupted. Hair loss is most commonly caused by your genetics and becomes more common in men and women with age. The second most… Read More »
Ibn Sina (Persian: ابن سینا; 980 – June 1037 CE), commonly known in the West as Avicenna (/ˌævɪˈsɛnə, ˌɑːvɪ-/), was a Persianpolymath who is regarded as one of the most significant physicians, astronomers, philosophers, and writers of the Islamic Golden Age,and the father of early modern medicine.Sajjad H. Rizvi has called Avicenna “arguably the most influential philosopher of the pre-modern era”He was a Muslim Peripatetic philosopher influenced by Greek Aristotelian philosophy. Of… Read More »
The endocrine system is a network of glands that produce and release hormones that help control many important body functions, including the body’s ability to change calories into energy that powers cells and organs. The endocrine system influences how your heart beats, how your bones and tissues grow, even your ability to make a baby. It plays a vital role in whether… Read More »
After all that mess with parabens and sulphates, our hair just wants something it can trust. We’re used to heat styling; curling, straightening, blow drying and the numerous products we put into our hair! Never forget the mousse, dry shampoo, hairspray etc. Of course, this damages our hair! How could it not? We then turn to things a… Read More »
Weight loss is not the answer to every health problem, but if your doctor recommends it, there are tips to help you lose weight safely. A steady weight loss of 1 to 2 pounds per week is recommended for the most effective long-term weight management. That said, many eating plans designed to help you lose weight leave you… Read More »
Even the smallest changes in your routine can have a big impact on your health. Take starting your day with lemon water, for instance. Internal medicine specialist Roxanne B. Sukol, MD, MS, discusses seven reasons why you should consider adopting this super simple habit. Aids in digestionAcid helps break down food. That’s why there’s so much of it in our stomachs. The… Read More »
Indian households are familiar with sabudana or tapioca pearl, a favourite breakfast and evening snack. Be it in the form of sabudana khichdi or kheer, it offers a whole range of health benefits. Let’s discuss them in detail and answer some of the common questions about them. What is Sabudana? Although sabudana is used for fasting, a larger… Read More »
Typically, menstrual periods last four to seven days. Examples of menstrual problems include periods that occur less than 21 days or more than 35 days apart, missing three or more periods in row, and menstrual flow that is much heavier or lighter than usual. What is abnormal menstruation? Most women have menstrual periods that last four to seven… Read More »
Warts are harmless growths on the skin. They’re caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infections. Warts are contagious. They can go away on their own, but it can take weeks, months, or years. Conventional treatments include chemical peels, surgery, freezing, and laser surgery, but these treatments can be expensive and cause skin irritation. Another option is to try natural home remedies for… Read More »