Health

Research indicates that self-hugging significantly reduces stress levels. A study by Aljoscha Dreisoerner and his team at Goethe University in Frankfurt showed that self-hugging led to lower cortisol levels compared to a control condition. This highlights the importance of self-hugging for improving emotional well-being and managing stress effectively. Mood Enhancer: Self-hugging triggers the release of […]

Carl Jung has rightly quoted, “Medicine cure diseases but only doctors can cure patients.” National Doctors’ Day, observed on the 1st of July every year, is a special occasion dedicated to recognizing the outstanding contributions of our medical professionals. This year, we decided to come together and celebrate Doctors’ Day to express our gratitude for

Humans, like other animals, are designed for movement. Our bodies are meant to walk, run, and engage in physical activities. Our ancestors walked long distances while hunting, gathering food, and moving to new places. Their nomadic lifestyle played a crucial role in keeping them physically fit. When we don’t move enough and lead sedentary lives,

Board exams are one of the most critical milestones in a student’s academic journey. The pressure to score well can sometimes be overwhelming. Still, it is essential to remember that your physical health and mental peace are just as important as your academic performance. Here are some strategies to help you alleviate stress and improve

Dr. Jason Fung is a Canadian nephrologist specializing in kidney disease and treating obesity. This book was published in 2016 and aimed to provide an evidence-based understanding of the underlying causes of obesity and its treatment. The book argues that the conventional weight loss approach, which focuses on reducing caloric intake and increasing exercise, could

“Why Zebras Don’t Get Ulcers” is written by Robert M. Sapolsky. Sapolsky is a biology, neurology, and neurosurgery professor at Stanford University. Sapolsky has conducted extensive research on the behavior and biology of baboons in East Africa for over 30 years. He has studied the social dynamics of baboon troops and how dominance hierarchies affect stress

Intermittent fasting consists of alternating periods of fasting and non-fasting. It has become popular in recent years as a weight loss and wellness trend and is characterized by cycles of eating and fasting. While fasting has traditionally been associated with religious and spiritual practices, in recent years, it has gained popularity as a health and

I started Dr. Dixit Diet in the month of July and since then I followed it without break. Initially, I aimed to lose weight so I started with 2 meals a day. I found amazing results after following this diet. Then somewhere I came across one amazing video of Dr. Pradip Jamnadas who is a

I had always maintained my weight by engaging myself in outside activities like walking, cycling, swimming or Yoga. But during lockdown my workout literally stopped. Moreover, staying in Pune where there is no dearth of yummy snacks and sweets, added more weight. On 20 June21, I checked my weight I was shocked to see that