Health & Wellness

Health screening tests are beneficial for the wellbeing of both men and women. A woman, with her role and responsibility that she plays, health check becomes one of the last prioritized item in her to-do list. It is also sometimes believed that few diseases risk particularly men, which is quite untrue. Screening against some of the critical diseases can help to prevent pain in the long run. Age, family history and other health history are some factors that are considered for health screenings. Here are 10 essential health checks for women.

“Use it or Lose it!” You might have heard this in context with physical health, but the same does apply for the mental health as well. Being mentally fit doesn’t actually require you to have a high IQ or be a puzzle champion. In fact, mental fitness is all about your balance, flexibility,...

I have often heard people say, ‘I am not fat. I just have a little bit of a belly. That’s all.’ Most of the times, it’s true. They are usually quite thin except for a pot belly. But, it turns out, that this ‘little’ tummy fat can cause big problems to your health. Types...

A brief glimpse about the uses of spices The word ‘spice’ evokes the image of strong flavors, right? Whether grounded, roasted, chopped or whole, spices come in different flavors, aroma and make bland food tastier. Since time immemorial, spices have been used as seasonings, medicines,...

What is blood pressure? The pressure that the blood exerts against the blood vessel walls is known as blood pressure. If the pressure is high, then your heart will have work more to ensure sufficient blood flow in the body.  There are two types of high blood pressure - essential hypertension...