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Although going cold turkey is the most common approach to quit smoking, it might not work out for you. Here's why:

Stress and anxiety can get overbearing. The work pressure, the ever growing family responsibilities, fluctuating work timings with ever-increasing pressure to perform. Such stress hardly leaves any room for relaxation even if we want to relax. And in such instances, the human mind finds an easy way out- a deep breath full of smoke. This World No-Tobacco day, find out easy...

Are you a scrunched up squirrel or a folding frog? Most of us feel that a pleasant, comfortable body posture while working can boost our productivity at work, however more than often most of our comfortable body postures while working tend to get un-ergonomic and unhealthy, therefore increasing our risk of back and neck injury. Find out your ultimate workplace animal p...

Withdrawal is the unavoidable while quitting nicotine. It is often the withdrawal symptoms that deter people from quitting. The good news is- you can deal effectively with the withdrawal symptoms.

Your children need not actively take up a cigarette in their hand to be smoking. Let’s face it, passive smoking or second hand smoke, is equally bad for those around you. When it comes to children, especially infants and toddlers, their respiratory system is more sensitive to the second hand smoke as their tract is still developing.

Author: Dr. Ankita Jalori Sr. Consultant – Health & Wellness Truworth Wellness      

Cold turkey or gradual weaning, whatever your approach to quit is, one thing is inevitable- the nasty withdrawal. We bring to you, your one week guide on what to expect on your first week of this quit journey.

The ancient practice of yoga is said to have many benefits on our body, mind and our overall wellness. Relaxation is one such benefit that yoga offers.

Are you looking out to improve your hair, nails and skin condition? Are you considering supplements? Read more to know know more on these magic supplements which promise to enhance your skin, nails and hair health  

Considering that an average Indian spends about one-third of his day at work sitting in a chair and stressing over deadlines or buying junk from the office vending machine, it completely makes sense that the workspace does play a major role in contributing to your overall health. However, with a little effort, any office can become a healthy one. Here are a few tips to he...

Who doesn’t love to bite into a delicious, huge, cheesy burger? You often have it as a quick lunch or as a casual dinner, and is found in every street corner of your city. However what you may not realize is that when you are chowing down on that big fatty burger, you could be ingesting much more than just calories. Here are some convincing facts you should ...

Nicotine is a known substance used in a cigarette. Did you know that is not the only harmful substance which is present? Your cigarette hides many toxins and carcinogens within its folds!

Slips happen NOT because you want another cigarette, but because your body wants to avoid all the withdrawal symptoms. Fall into this trap, and quitting becomes all the more difficult.

Obesity is becoming a major health issue in India and one of the biggest culprits is sugar consumption. Sugar is number one food additive often added in the form of high-fructose corn syrup to number of food products like breads, sauces and all kinds of processed foods. Cutting down on sugar in your diet may be one of the best actions you can take to manage...

We all know the effects food has on our physical health, however, according to a study released by the International Labor Organization, the foods you consume can also affect your productivity and performance at work. In fact according to World Health Organization, adequate nutrition can increase your productivity level by 20%. This begs the big question: Which foods i...

It doesn’t matter what type of diet you follow or how long you’ve been involved in health and fitness. At some point or another you have that dreaded moment when temptation hits you hard and you start craving for the most unhealthy food option imaginable. The very first thing you need to know when you craving for junk is that it is absolutely normal to crave f...

Quitting is a difficult process, with the constant threat of withdrawal and relapse. Focusing on benefits might just prove to be all the motivation you required to get going on your journey.

High blood pressure is often associated with few or no symptom yet it is a major risk factor for various chronic diseases such as heart failure, vision loss, stroke and kidney diseases. Usually, hypertension is defined as blood pressure above 140/90, and is considered severe if the pressure is above 180/120. Hypertension and heart disease are global health concerns. Acu...

Vaping- or using e-cigarettes is becoming increasingly common by the day. Claiming to be safer than the traditional cigarettes, e-cigarettes have taken people across the globe by storm. How safe are these cigarettes though? Can they be used as an alternative?

Nipah virus is also "top of the list" of 10 priority diseases that the WHO has identified as potentials for the next major outbreak. Health officials in the south Indian state of Kerala say nine people have died in confirmed and suspected cases of the deadly Nipah virus as of 21st  May 2018. Nipah virus (NiV) infection is a newly emerging disease...

The World Health Organisation (WHO) - recommended REPLACE initiative can help cut deaths. Given India’s disease burden of non-communicable diseases and also the urban movement towards healthier foods, this movement is vital for the country to prevent diseases, and the compromised quality of life and deaths caused due to transfats. The REPLACE action package will ...

Your first step towards quitting is having a set plan for it. Having things and steps conceptualised will help you better move towards your goal. Presenting tried and tested tips on setting a plan for a healthier and happier life.

Junk food and its association with health risk is well known; but did you know, junk food is hazardous for our green planet as well? When we open a packet of chips, when we have burger cravings or when we unwrap a tiny candy, we are contributing towards the destruction of the planet, slowly but surely.