Good Health and Wellbeing

Height and Growth in Teens                                                 Good height and tall personality command great admiration from all. During their teenage, youngsters have this fascination and are often in awe of someone who is tall and has an ideal personality. But we all know human beings are different from each other when it comes to height, weight, complexion and features. While some are taller, some are shorter and some have medium height, these physical attributes are often dependent on genetics, hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, medical conditions as well as environmental factors.  However Certain other factors can also positively contribute to height and growth in every individual if taken care of at an appropriate time. Let us find out more about them. Factors contributing to height and Growth ...

One thing we all dread getting is falling ill with the common cold. Though cold is generally a mild and self-limiting illness, it can cause a lot of discomfort and hugely impact our daily activities. For some colds are so troublesome that they end up having runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, coughing, and sometimes a sore throat. Adults usually experience two to three colds per year, while kids can have three to five.  The reason for the common cold is often a viral infection, mostly by rhinoviruses. The common cold is highly infectious and contagious and can be spread when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Factors contributing to the common cold: Viral Infection: Rhinoviruses are the most common culprits, but other viruses like coronaviruses and adenoviruses can also cause colds. Though this condition is generally harmless and all the symptoms usually resolve within two weeks. Over-the-counter products and home remedies can help control symptoms. These sym...

Winter Dehydration Do you know that you can be dehydrated in winter season too? Dehydration in the winter season or winter dehydration refers to the condition of inadequate fluid balance in the body during the winter season. Dehydration occurs when the loss of fluids from the body exceeds the amount of fluids taken in. People often associate dehydration with hot summer weather where extreme heat and intense physical activity also play a major role in the loss of fluids in the body.  But dehydration can be a problem in the winter season too if you are not mindful about your fluid intake. Everyone should know that dehydration can occur irrespective of hot or cold climates, so everyone needs to have a balanced intake of fluids throughout the year.  Factors leading to winter dehydration Several factors contribute to winter dehydration: Low Humidity:  During the winter season, cold air is typically dry, and indoor can further reduce humidity levels. The...

Recently I met someone who was facing pain and discomfort in the backbone but was reconciled to it terming it as an aging issue. But taking care of our backbone, coming out of pain and leading a healthy and pain-free life is essentially important as we age, particularly after the age of 40. The spine plays a crucial role in providing support, stability, and flexibility to your body. Bones provide the necessary support for our daily activities, protect vital organs like the heart and lungs and contribute to the overall functioning and health of the body. Factors contributing to backbone problems: It is essential to take care of your backbone after the age of 40 as there can be several factors contributing to bone problems: Change in Bone Density: After 40, there can be a gradual decline in bone density that is the amount of bone mineral present in a certain volume of bone tissue. It is a key indicator of bone health. This can lead to conditions like osteoporosis, making your...

  Believe it or not, in today's world people always judge a person for his mental abilities by his or her marksheet. The marks he or she scores in a particular subject often define his capabilities and build up an image or aura around him. You may have noticed mediocre people around you getting good marks by cramming or mugging notes and some who are truly brilliant are left behind due to their interest in getting knowledge rather than mugging lines. But where does all this leave the intelligence, brilliance and individual spark of a bright mind? Often they end up anxious with low confidence levels as good scores are elusive. The cramming or mugging up lines by their fellow beings sometimes puts a question mark on their abilities. But is this all? No, the quest for excellence should never stop or be disheartened by minor setbacks. It is important to instill confidence in young minds that they need to let their knowledge grow and believe in their individual talent. Don...