Eat Smart, Sleep Well, Move More, Relax More

Do you give instant noodles to your kids? I think most of us do because our kids love it so much. But we cannot blame our children completely on this, and you know why !;-) But are we really aware of how bad it is for growing up children? Here is a list of reasons why you should think twice before giving instant noodles to your kids 1. MSG MSG is a flavour enhancer found predominantly in processed foods which are known to cause headaches and anxiety. It causes the liver to dysfunction and studies have proven that MSG causes asthmatic responses in adults as well as in children. Children with Asthmatic conditions should completely avoid MSG 2. Refined flour Instant noodles is a processed food which contains 'maida' or refined flour which has no nutrients and just contains empty calories. 3. Trans-fats The trans fats which are added at the time of processing are harmful to child's health and also adds extra pounds. 4. Sodium High sodium levels in the ins...

Wrong posture Just look at the way you are sitting now! Are you sitting in the correct posture? Do you know what is the correct posture to sit? If not, this post would help you ! 1. Adjust the monitor such that your eye level is at the top of the monitor. Keep your head up but chin tucked in. 2.Use an armrest. ( Make sure you rest your arm properly on an arm rest while using the mouse or keyboard! This will help prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, a painful condition of the wrist due to compression of median nerve).Forearm should be kept straight. Example of a good sitting posture 3. Your knees and hips should be in the same level. If needed you can use a footrest to achieve this balance. Foot should be placed firmly on the ground or on the footrest. 4.Use a comfortable chair which keeps your back erect and supported. 5.Last but not least, don't forget to keep your neck straight. Neck pain is very common among computer users

Yoga is not only for supermodels, actors, pop stars and athletes.Yoga is meant for everyone of us.There is no constraints of sex, age or health to do yoga. The following are the reasons why we should do Yoga and make it a part of our daily life: Yoga gives instant benefits like instant relief from stress and tension. Yoga replenishes energy and Rejuvenates our body and mind. Yoga fills us with positiveness and creativity. Yoga is the easiest way to lose weight, stay fit and healthy with a flexible body.  Yoga is safe for the body since it does not put our body to too much strain like other forms of exercises. You do not need any equipment to practice Yoga, the only thing you require to do Yoga is You. Yoga tones and strengthens the respiratory system, thus helping to breathe with ease, increases the vital capacity and increases the amount of oxygen  taken in, which is directly proportional to well being. Yoga improves the efficiency of various phys...

In today's hectic life, taking out one hour from daily routine is difficult and daunting to many. In fact, it is not that difficult as you think.All you need is a bit of motivation and will. Motivation should come from within. If we cannot devote an hour of the day for taking care of ourselves, what is the point in living? We should live with our whole heart, enjoying life, and taking care of our body and mind. What else in the world brings you so much joy and well being for both the mind and body, than an hour of yoga? So lets take out sometime from our busy lives and pamper our self with the best form of rejuvenation, that is Yoga. Here I have listed out for you,7 important Asanas that you have to do everyday for maintaining health. I can assure you, from my own experience, that these postures can work wonders for you in maintaining health, improving the flexibility of body, and improves concentration of the mind. 1.Mandookasana 2.Sashankasana 3.Bhujangasana ...

Here I am discussing simple ways to tackle neck pain that arises due to over- straining the neck. These days neck pain due to strain is considered to be more of a lifestyle disorder. Neck pain due to straining usually occurs due to nerve compression or muscular tightness resulting from repetitive occupational motion, incorrect posture, sitting for long hours in front of the computer, low desk height, etc. Most often this pain is not only confined to the neck but to the shoulders and arms also. The following are the simple ways to tackle neck pain due to straining. Rest. Give your neck enough rest by taking a short while to lie down or walk between work. Say no to pillows. Pillows should not be used while sleeping even if it is a modern ''medicated neck pillow'' available in the market these days. Change the chair .A chair which has a low back and no armrests can not only strain your neck but also your upper back. You must use a chair with a high back and good a...

Feeling of helplessness, hopelessness and worthlessness? If you think you have these three problems, then you probably have a depressed state of mind. Look at the mirror.Do you see horizontal lines on your forehead irrespective of your age? Angles of your mouth pointing downwards? You are two steps closer to depression. But wait, I have the solution. Every one of us get sad emotions in our day to day life. This is different from depression which prevails for a longer period of time than the former.These sad emotions can be tackled easily by implementing these changes in your lifestyle. 1.Exercise Exercise is actually a treatment , something like a spa treatment, or rejuvenation therapy, or rather a gift, probably the best gift you can give your mind and body. It can be anything like yoga, skipping, cycling, running, or your favorite sport , or working out at the gym. Exercise triggers the endorphin levels which raises your overall mood, making you feel happier and optimisti...