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Understanding Parental Stress By Monica Saxena | Wellness Blogger | Certified in Holistic Health & Nutrition | Fully Accredited Professional Nutritionist | The Emotional Rollercoaster of Raising a Child Parenting is often called the most rewarding job in the world, but let us be honest, it is also one of the most stressful things you've ever faced in life. From those first sleepless nights with a newborn to navigating the active, growing child and the emotional ups and downs of teenage years, parents face a unique set of challenges that can weigh heavily on their minds and hearts. You always remember the sight when you first saw your newborn, when you held it in your arms or touched its soft and tiny hands. Those little toes, sweet-smelling forehead, and those innocent twinkling eyes that floored you when you first beheld your newborn. These things are all dreamy and full of love with sweet memories, but soon, hard realism sets in as you start rearing your dea...

Understanding Sleep Debt? How Lack of Sleep Affects Your Body and Mind By Monica Saxena | Wellness Blogger | Certified in Holistic Health & Nutrition | Fully Accredited Professional Nutritionist | After a tiring day and a sleepless night of study or work, if you have ever thought, "I will catch up on sleep this weekend," you’re not alone. Many people get a few hours less sleep every night, and they may not think this is a big deal until it adds up. Most people occasionally miss a few hours of sleep. No matter what is causing it—work, stress, or fun—there is an easy assumption that we can just "catch up" later. However, many people are unaware that sleep debt accumulates within the body in a manner that is not easily erased, and its effects can impact nearly every system in the body. It is not as simple to erase the sleep debt as you wish because it can harm your health, mood, and day-to-day functioning. It can even threaten you...

Reading vs. Scrolling Habits: The Rise of Scrolling Culture By Monica Saxena | Wellness Blogger | Certified in Holistic Health & Nutrition | Fully Accredited Professional Nutritionist | Frankly speaking, if you talk about reading vs. scrolling numbers, most of us scroll daily for hours on our phones. We scroll during any spare time, whenever we are bored, whenever we're waiting, whenever we're nervous, and even when we are relaxing. But have you ever thought and asked yourself, what am I actually getting while clinging to the screen? Is this really good for carrying on with this kind of lifestyle? What if there is an alternative to it, like reading a book? These days, reading, the old-fashioned, page-turning or eBook-tapping thing, has taken a back seat. The general reaction I hear from individuals from all age groups is "too slow," "too difficult to concentrate," or "too boring." But the reality is, reading has somethin...

Why Plant Milk Is Better Than Animal Milk: Dairy-Free Alternatives & Their Benefits By Monica Saxena | Wellness Blogger | Certified in Holistic Health & Nutrition | Fully Accredited Professional Nutritionist | Milk is an important part of our lives as it is a highly nutritious food that provides essential nutrients for overall health. People of all ages consume milk or milk-based beverages as it is a rich source of calcium that is great for strong bones and teeth. Calcium also prevents osteoporosis and bone fractures. It is packed with proteins and essential vitamins and minerals. Milk is a good source of vitamin D, which enhances calcium absorption and supports immune function and vitamin B12, which is good for nerve function and red blood cell production. However, we often come across people who need to drink milk but are not medically fit to consume milk due to various health conditions and intolerances. Some suffer from lactose Intolerance as their body lacks en...

Eat Right For Healthy Hair By Monica Saxena | Wellness Blogger | Certified in Holistic Health & Nutrition | Fully Accredited Professional Nutritionist | Your hair reflects your personality and individuality. Hair is important for your confidence, health, and well-being, as it may be one aspect that gets you noticed. Who doesn’t like healthy and lustrous hair? But to get and maintain that kind of hair, you need to focus on keeping it clean and conditioned and, most importantly, on the nutritional aspect. Nutrition is the major factor as far as hair health and solving hair problems go. You can take a hair spa or treat your hair with different kinds of serums, but what you eat reflects on the texture of your hair. Hair Problems and Nutritional Tips: A nutritious diet plays a huge role in hair health. Deficiencies in certain vitamins and minerals can cause hair loss, dryness, flakiness, and slow growth. Eating the right foods can strengthen hair, boost growth, and improve...

Why Is Your Child Always Tired? Protein Deficiencies Explained By Monica Saxena | Wellness Blogger | Certified in Holistic Health & Nutrition | Fully Accredited Professional Nutritionist | Why is your kid always tired? The usual morning scene in every neighbourhood is almost similar: the school bus plying at the society gates and the kids of all sizes and ages eagerly and diligently stepping towards it, climbing the steps, gleefully giggling, and cheerfully talking like birds chirping. Their day starts with waking up early and going to school, with lessons, games, and activities all day. But at the end of the day, their tired little bodies and drooping pale faces sadden and melt your heart. Parents often think, why is their kid so tired at the end of the day? Why are they always so weak and fatigued at the end of the day? Reasons for fatigue in kids The reasons why a kid is often tired after a long day at school can vary, depending on various circumst...