Health Headway with Charu

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12/06/2022

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10/06/2022

MEASURING HEALTH IS MORE THAN JUST STEPPING ON THE SCALE!

I have always said, "Fat loss is what you should aim for and not just overall weight loss."

Remember all weight loss is not necessarily good weight loss and all weight gain is not necessarily bad weight gain.

Your body is a beautiful mechanism composed of muscles, tissues, fat, bone, water etc. So, looking at weight loss should be from a wholesome perspective and not just the number on the weighing scale.

'Weight loss' and 'fat loss' are two distinctly different things as in;
'Weight loss' is just that - a loss in your total body mass and 'Fat loss' is exactly that- overall fat loss.

When you focus only on weight loss on the weighing scale, you do not realise that you may lose fat and maybe, most often also the other important constituents as well. This will decrease your metabolic rate, strength, vitality and increase chances of a rebound weight gain of a lot more fat.

Focusing on loosing fat actually helps working on maintaining muscle and bone mass, gaining a leaner appearance, improved metabolic function and without a doubt improve your overall health.
Working on 'fat loss' is not a superfast process and often to most may not feel like there is much progress especially if they are obsessed with the numbers on the weighing scale. But, stay consistent, disciplined and patient and you will see It will be worth it.

29/05/2022

OUR BODY IS EVER - CHANGING - DON'T BASE YOUR SELF WORTH ON IT!

If you are skinny, it's a problem .
If you are not skinny, that's a problem too.
If you are curvy, it's a problem.
If you don't have curves, that's a problem too.
Shaming or telling someone how they should or should not look and bashing then about their body type, that's a problem.

The problem isn't with your body, the problem is with what you think of it and what you think of yourself.
If you make self-love or body acceptance conditional, the truth is, you will never be happy with yourselves. The reality is that our bodies are constantly changing, and they will never remain exactly the same. If we base our self-worth on something as ever-changing as our bodies, we will forever be on the emotional roller coaster of body obsession and shame.
We can’t make loving ourselves and our bodies something we will do when we lose the weight or get to our goal. We have to do it now. We have to learn to love ourselves now or nothing will ever change.

Even I have body issues. Everybody does. I guess once you realise that everyone has body issues, even the ones you feel are perfect then you can be happy with the way you are.

Don't worry so much about your weight. We spend too much time thinking about it. There are way better things you can think about.
Be proud of who you are and not ashamed of how someone else sees you.

There are people out there who are struggling to lose weight and it's okay to come to terms with the fact that's its going to be a bit of a journey. Maybe slow, maybe fast, may be smooth, maybe full of hurdles, but what's important is to keep going on.
Not for outward beauty, not for that number on the weighing scale, but for your health and for yourself.

So, now when someone makes a comment about your weight or size take a step back and a deep breath. Ask yourself "So what?"
Then, after answering, ask yourself again, "So what?"
And then a third time—"So what?"
Chances are you'll come to realize that the comment made was not as dire, detrimental, or important for your self worth as made out to be.

Don't sacrifice your mental health to have a body that someone else wants you to have or because of a comment made out to you.

So, even though I may never be slim again like before or it may take a while to reduce that belly bulge, it's okay - frankly it reminds me of the life that I brought into this world and that I'm working towards a healthy body (not slim) makes me proud of myself!

29/05/2022

This is very helpful to understand the B12 deficiency..

Vitamin B12 is an essential vitamin. Its deficiency is becoming a silent epidemic that can lead to greater problems if unaddressed. Why are most people falli...

20/05/2022

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20/05/2022

Doctor Doctor, I am getting headaches. I need an urgent MRI. Please suggest a cheap place where I can get it done asap. You know these investigations cost a lot nowadays. I've already done my diagnosis from Dr. GOOGLE and it tells me I have brain tumour. I just need to confirm , so that i dont waste time in my treatment

Isn't this a common scenario we face nowadays?

What they don't understand is that

Google has not done 6 years of formal education in nutrition

Google has not done rigourous internship for three to six months

Google hasn't been taught to do a thorough nutrition assessment, analysis of biochemical parameters, medication, checking for other co morbid conditions

Google hasn't been taught how to plan a personalised diet keeping in mind the persons cultural preferences and medical history

And we trust Google for our diagnosis and treatment !!

05/05/2022

SABJA SEEDS are also known as falooda seeds or tukmaria seeds are black seeds (that look a lot like chia seeds) and are a powerhouse of nutrition and packed with immunity-boosting properties. Sabja seeds typically come from sweet basil i.e. Ocimum basilicum, which we commonly use as seasoning. As they come from the sweet basil plant, they are commonly referred to as sweet basil seeds.

🔴HEALTH BENEFITS :
The health benefits of basil seeds include their ability to improve digestive health, aid in weight loss, regulating blood sugar, cooling the body, relieving stress, reducing inflammation and preventing certain infections. They are particularly used as an addition to beverages and desserts.

1. ✅Relief in constipation:-
Sabja seeds smooth bowel movements. In a glass of milk add some sabja seeds and drink before going to bed for a couple of days. The prsence of volatile oils in sabja seeds help in relieving gas from the gastrointestinal tract. They are loaded with fibre and help in treating problems like constipation, diarrhoea, or dysentery.

2. ✅Aid in weight loss:-
Sabja seeds are full of fibre and make you feel full for longer and thus avoid unwanted binging The presence of alpha-linolenic acid, which comes from high levels of Omega-3 fatty acids helps in boosting the fat burning metabolism in the body. Surprisingly, they contain no calories.

3. ✅Treat cough and cold:-
The seeds are known to have antispasmodic properties that are beneficial for for treating common cold and cough and asthma.

4. ✅Control blood sugar levels:-
Dietary fiber present in sabja seeds helps in controlling blood sugar levels. Soak a tbsp of sabja seeds in water overnight. Add soaked seeds to a glass of toned milk in the morning. Drinking it everyday can improve your insulin sensitivity throughout the day.

5. ✅Reduce body heat:-
Sabja seeds are a coolant that help in beating the scorching summer heat. They are known to lower your body heat and essentially soothe the stomach. Ideal for summers, the seeds can be added to any juice or infused water of your choice.

6. ✅Reduce Menstrual Cramps:-
Basil seeds help improve the regularity of menstruation while reducing menstrual cramps.

7. ✅Combat stress:-
Sabja seeds are said to have a calming effect on the mind, which helps in alleviating stress and tension and reduce levels of stress hormones in the body.

8. ✅Boost immunity:-
Basil seeds are loaded with antioxidant-rich ingredients that help in boosting the immunity and offer protection against free radical damage.

9. ✅Basil Seeds Helps Treat Acidity and Heartburn:-
Sabja seeds help to neutralize the acidic effect of HCL in the body, which can bring relief from acidity and heartburn. This is because we consume the seeds after being soaked in water, the water content helps soothe the stomach lining and relieves you from the burning sensation.

10. ✅Good for Skin and Hair:-
We can accomplish Sabja seeds’ benefit for the skin by adding crushed seeds to coconut oil and applying it to the affected area.

🔴HOW TO CONSUME:
Sabja seeds are very hard and you cannot consume them raw. So, they are best consumed after soaking in water, which makes them more gelatinous.

🔴RISK:
Sabja seeds should not be consumed by people post surgery, as they slow blood clotting. Pregnant women and children can refrain from eating sabja seeds in their drinks or desserts as sabja seeds reduce the estrogen level in the body, and induce contractions in pregnant women. As for children, there are possibilities that they may choke on them.

08/03/2022

Very important message for all

While fighting the the , Do not embark on any which promise quick results but can cost you your life

Consult a qualified and follow advice only

Say no extreme, fad and crash diets

: We cannot authenticate the claims by the manager but would like to throw light on the possible side effects of extreme diets