Jessi Health tips

05/01/2021

.What you eat has more impact on your body as compared to your fitness regime. Even if you do not exercise, you can easily change your body's composition by eating healthy and timely. Limit your daily calorie intake to create a calorie deficit.

04/01/2021

What does 'dirty' blood vessels mean? Imagine some pipes full of rust. What's going on? The pressure of the water increases and the water tastes bad. The same thing happens with the blood vessels. When cholesterol or other substances are deposited on them, the pressure increases ( the dirty vessels are the main cause for hypertension! ), the blood contains impurities, the blood circulation is deranged. As a result, changes take place in all the organs and systems of the body. Even the skin is a system

03/01/2021

Spending a large part of the day in front of the screen and putting on weight and Children are facing so many problems by using too much screen time during this pandemic.

02/12/2020

Obesity is a silent killer on the rise. It also increases inflammation levels in the body, which imposes additional co-morbidities, such as breathing difficulties, diabetes and high blood pressure.Slow metabolic levels can also make it harder for a person to fight off viral load in its entirety.

02/12/2020

Most common signs of panic attack involve:Chest painPounding heartSweatingFear of dyingDizzinessNauseaChillsNumbness or tingling sensation People in their 20 and 30s are more prone to suffer from a panic attack. If you have a panic disorder then the episode can be more frequent. Panic attack if recognised can be controlled by deep breathing exercises, light exercising and meditation.

01/12/2020

Butter is the best source of fat for people following the keto diet. It contains zero carbs and about 11 grams of fat per tablespoon. High in omega-3 fatty acids, low in milk proteins and lactose-free, butter is a healthy fat for your body and brain.

01/12/2020

Copper does not directly help in the production of RBC, but it assists RBC to access iron, required to replicate itself. Less intake of copper can make the entire process difficult. Eating copper-rich foods like shellfish, cherries, and fish can make the production of RBC easy.

01/12/2020

Having vitamin C rich foods are especially important when you are having plant-based foods to fulfil your iron intake level. Pairing vitamin C rich foods with non-heme source iron can help your body absorb more iron

24/11/2020

If you are trying to shed kilos, then our suggestion would be to break this bad habit of watching TV. Move to the dining table and enjoy your food more peacefully and mindfully. It just takes 15 minutes to finish your meal .

26/10/2020

If your blood pressure measures 120 systolic and 80 diastolic, it is normal, which is a good thing. However, it does not guarantee any form of protection to the heart. As per a comparative study conducted by researcher between people who had systolic pressures of 90 to 99 mmHg with those with systolic pressures of 120 to 129 mmHg, the latter showed nearly five times more likelihood to experience a cardiovascular event.

21/10/2020

Few factors have a severe impact on your blood pressure reading.Get the reading twice: Our blood pressure is at its lowest in the morning and varies by up to 30 per cent throughout the day. That's due to hormonal changes, activity level and food. So take the reading twice in a day.

21/10/2020

Men who are moderately active and aged between 26-45 need around 2600 calories per day to maintain their weight. Just like women, men also need to reduce their calorie intake by 500 calories to shed those extra kilos.Men who are active and walk every day, need 3000 calories to maintain their weight. These men also need to reduce the same amount of calories (500), to lose weight.

20/10/2020

Lemon water with black salt can also help to maintain the pH level of the digestive tract. That helps to reduce the problem of acidity, skin diseases, osteoporosis and arthritis. Black salt also helps to absorb more nutrients from the food you eat. Being rich in antioxidants, the concoction also controls high blood pressure, cholesterol levels and prevents blood clotting within vessels.

04/10/2020

"It is not suggested to continue keto diet for more than 45 days in one go as the body starves for other nutrients as well as high protein puts pressure on the kidney and leads to kidney related problems as a user is on protein and fat diet .

29/09/2020

NEAT can help you lose weight in multiple ways. It is said to improve metabolism and regulate fat distribution.It has also been observed that NEAT can help in sustaining weight loss. But for that you need to learn how to enhance your NEAT.

28/09/2020

If we follow such a diet, we will naturally fall into the line of low GI and low GL foods - leading to moderate glycemic response. So, it's best not to focus on numbers but on eating nutrient-dense foods. Also, you can follow the 80/20 rule - where you eat 80 per cent raw plant-based foods and 20 per cent cooked food. This way you will enhance the bioavailability of the nutrients you consume. Eating this way also leads to a reduction in the body inflammation.

27/09/2020

Boiling eggs can lead to a reduction in antioxidant content in egg yolks by 22.5 per cent. Lutein is the antioxidant, which is commonly affected. As compared to a hard-boiled egg, soft boiled eggs contain more nutrients. That's because of the runny yolk.

21/09/2020

Type 1 and Type 2 are two forms of diabetes but they are quite distinct from each other and do not interchange. The conditions are not curable but can be managed easily by taking the right medication and incorporating healthy lifestyle habits like eating healthy, exercising, sleeping on time and others.

19/09/2020

Oranges or lemons are the first things that come to our mind. But you will be surprised to know that hot peppers have more vitamin C than oranges. Yes, you read that right.Not just this, hot peppers also have other benefits including stopping migraine pain, calming down the cold symptoms and extending your life. Hot peppers have three times more vitamin C than oranges.

18/09/2020

By taking proper medication and making positive lifestyle changes, one can lower the cholesterol level in three to six months. But it might take longer for women to reduce this level as compared to men.

18/09/2020

After the clothes are made in the factory, they are packed and sent from one place to another through various modes of transport before it reaches the store. It is difficult to trace down exactly where the cloth was made, where it was kept and how it was transported. In this entire process, your new garment might have come in contact with several pathogens and germs. You cannot see these microscopic organisms but that does not mean that they do not exist. So, it is better to clean your clothes before donning them for your own safety.

16/09/2020

Many people have reported feeling nauseous and throwing up shortly after they start keto. If you are unable to handle these symptoms, it indicates that the diet is not for you. This is called Keto flu, which is a common symptom and can last anywhere from a few days to one-two weeks. Having plenty of water, electrolytes can help minimise the symptom. But if it doesn't help, it's time to stop the diet.

09/09/2020

Try squat position to p**pYou can get a small footstool in your bathroom and use it when you have to p**p next time. Placing your feet on the stool in front of the toilet while you p**p can help. Being in the squatting position can help pass the stool without any strain.Get on the matSome light exercise, such as walking or jogging can improve bowel movement by increasing the blood flow throughout your abdomen. Drink more waterBeing dehydrated often can make a person feel constipated. To prevent this, it is important to remain hydrated. You can also try having some sparkling water to treat constipation.

28/07/2020

Just like any other health concern, taking care of one's breast health is every woman’s responsibility. Whether you are in your early 20s or late 70s breast-related problems like breast lumps, breast pain or tenderness can appear anytime. Hundreds of thousands of women each year are diagnosed with some of the other breast-related problems and the likelihood even increases if you have a family history of breast issues. We often ignore this crucial topic, thinking that we might not be at risk. And this is where we go wrong. Though it is difficult to prevent these health concerns, there are several ways to lower your chances of getting it. We have listed 5 easy ways to boost your breast health and protect against breast diseases.

25/07/2020

People who are obese have lower oxygenation capacity and as COVID infection affects the lungs and causes a decline in oxygen saturation, the complications increase. Obese people have weaker respiratory muscles, lower lung volumes and increased resistance in their airways.

17/07/2020

Having too much kadha has some side effects including bleeding from the nose, boils in the mouth, acidity, problem in urinating and indigestion.This happens because the ingredients used to make kadha including black pepper, Haldi, cinnamon, ashwagandha create heat in the body. Excess heat in the body can disrupt digestion, lead to bleeding from the nose and various other problems.

17/07/2020

Complete source of protein is referred to foods items which contain all the nine essential amino acids. Animal-based food products are considered a complete source of protein as they contain all nine amino acids. Chicken, fish, eggs, dairy, and seafood are complete proteins. However, some plant-based food items also fall in the category of complete protein. Quinoa, buckwheat, and soy are plant sources of complete protein.

14/07/2020

Right nutrients, good sleep cycle and disciplined meal timings are all the forces that are in our control and we must make sure to maintain them. It's through these habits that the body gets used to a cyclic rhythm. Thus, it's very important to be disciplined with all your meal timings in order to maintain that rhythm of the body.

03/07/2020

The bad bacteria in your GI tract are craving sugar. If you're frequently craving sugar, they are proliferating and you are feeding them. Starve the bastards. Show them who's boss.

02/07/2020

If you are worried about your health, start eating healthy. Include nutrient-rich food in your diet, avoid smoking and drinking. Just doing these small things are enough for your body. Leave the rest to your liver and kidney. But if you still want to try fasting then do not do it before consulting an expert.Disclaimer: Fasting works wonders for many people so listen to your body and act accordingly.

25/06/2020

25/06/2020

People who drink milk before going to bed may sleep peacefully at night. As per researches, milk contains two important compounds-tryptophan and melatonin, which may act as a sleep inducer.

08/06/2020

Greens can help you stay healthy and boost your immunity, be sure to add a variety of them in your diet and not just stick to one. Staying physically active, avoiding junk food and keeping stress away are some of the additional things you can do to stay safe from illnesses.

07/06/2020

Change your habits:

02/06/2020

Turmeric boiled with milk is considered as an elixir that has various health benefits including immunity boosting. Especially people with respiratory tract infection should have turmeric milk, also called golden milk daily.