Free Radicals & Antioxidants We’ve all heard the term “free radicals,” but what precisely are they? You may recall that atoms are kept together by chemical bonds, which are made up of paired electrons. A molecule’s stability is maintained by this chemical connection. The molecule becomes unstable when an electron is unpaired, i.e. when the chemical connection is broken…. Read more »
Eating slowly, on time, and in the appropriate amount can help reduce the chance of developing diabetes. With one in every twelve persons in India suffering from diabetes, it is no surprise that the country is known as the world’s diabetes capital. When diabetes is combined with disorders such as obesity and diseases such as Covid-19, it takes on a… Read more »
The human body needs the energy to function and the prime source of it is in the form of glucose. It has been said that there is no epidemiologic evidence that sugars are associated with any cancer sites. It needs to be understood that high sugar amounts consumed over a long period may lead to an increase in weight gain… Read more »
TIPS TO BOOST IMMUNITY – WORLD AIDS AWARENESS DAY –Smeetal Pereira, Dietitian and Clinical Nutritionist (M.Sc. Foods, Nutrition and Dietetics) Every year 1st December is celebrated as World AIDS Awareness Day to support those infected by the dreadful HIV virus to help fight the stigma attached to AIDS, create more awareness about preventing the spread of HIV and supporting those… Read more »
Sometimes I have had clients who complain that they missed following their nutrition plan for a week or 2 in between because of Jet Lag and it’s difficult to get back. Isn’t it displeasing… Firstly Jet Lag puts a person off the circadian rhythm, reduces the oxygen level in the blood, dehydrates the body and many more negative implications along… Read more »
On November 26, major healthcare groups and leading media organisations, particularly in India and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, will commemorate Anti-Obesity Day (AOD) with activities highlighting how obesity is a public health threat. Mrs. Vandana Luthra’s Indian Wellness brand VLCC took the first move in raising awareness about obesity and its consequences by launching an anti-obesity effort in 2001…. Read more »
The holiday season has arrived, and sticking to our diets can be difficult. Here are some pointers from Ryan Fernando, celebrity nutritionist and CEO of Qua Nutrition, to help you stick to your diet and burn those holiday pounds! In October, the weather in India begins to cool, making nighttime gatherings with friends and family more common. This, along with… Read more »
IMPACT OF GAMMA-IRRADIATED FOODS ON CANCER PATIENTS INTRODUCTION Gamma radiation is a cold sterilization process and helps in preservation of agricultural commodities without changing flavour, texture and appearance. Low dose produce adequate sterilization and it is an environment friendly green technology. This technology is abundantly used in the medical industry in various medical devices such as syringes, needles, cannulas,… Read more »
On November 14th, the world celebrates World COPD Day to raise awareness about this condition. COPD, which stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is a disorder that can be managed but not cured. This is a very common condition in India, where more than 10 million cases are found. Controlling this condition will be easier with a healthy lifestyle, medication,… Read more »
A failure largely in the IPL previously, Glenn Maxwell has turned things around in a spectacular fashion this year. Bought for a whopping Rs 14.25 crore at the auctions this February by the Royal Challengers Bangalore, Maxwell has ensured every penny splurged on him has been worth it. Maxwell, speaking to select media via video conference on Tuesday, said improved… Read more »
