health & fitness
Smoking 'damages eyes as well as lungs'
Dhaka, July 2 (UNB) - Millions of people in the UK are putting their sight at risk by continuing to smoke, warn specialists, rep[orts BBC.
Peanut butter is healthy and popular; here’s why
Dhaka, July 2 (UNB) - Widely loved around the world, peanut butter is one of the most versatile foods in the world. It’s tasty, healthy, and popular amongst all age groups. A part of a staple diet in many parts of the world, peanut butter innovations never seem to amaze us, reports The Indian Express.
Is bulking and cutting the ultimate way to build muscle?
Dhaka, June 30 (UNB)- If you’ve read a fitness blog or magazine, or even peeked at the Insta #fitness scene recently, you’ve probably heard of bulking and cutting. But if you’re new to the concept of getting as big as the Hulk (well, almost) and then slimming back down Bruce Banner-style in order to tone up, it's not surprising as it was created by and for bodybuilders in preparation for competitions, reports BBC.
Do you know the hygiene hot spots in your home?
Dhaka, June 29 (UNB)- People should be focusing on how to prevent harmful microbes from spreading in their homes rather than cleaning the bits that look "dirty", a Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) report says.
Give children 'less sugar and more veg in baby food'
Dhaka, June 29 (UNB) - The amount of sugar in baby food should be restricted and parents should give their young children more vegetables to stop them developing a sweet tooth, a report from child health experts says, reports BBC.
10 foods that help prevent acne
Dhaka, June 28 (UNB) - Well! Who doesn't want a clear, bright and glowing skin? But there are times when some people get a lot of black spots on their skin. This could be due to sun damage, blackheads, razor bumps, skin ageing, acne and over aggressive facial exfoliation. In order to avoid this, people spend lots of money on skin care creams, face wash or moisturizers which are available in the market. Nonetheless these products are loaded with chemicals. They could have many side effects as well like sudden breakouts, dryness or even pimples or acne. Fortunately, some home remedies can help you get rid of those black spots and give your skin a smooth and glowing texture, reports NDTV.
Eggs and other foods that can help you get rid of split ends
Dhaka, June 28 (UNB) - Well! Who would not like to have smooth, shiny and healthy hair? But due to a large variety of chemical products available in the market, our hair tends to get damaged. Some of the common hair problems are dry hair, hair falling or thinning, gray hair or even split ends.
6 natural remedies for an instant fix for high blood pressure
Dhaka, June 28 (UNB) - High blood pressure is quite common in India. It is a condition which poses risks of heart disease and stroke. High blood pressure occurs when the force of your blood pushing against artery walls is too high. In case you have been diagnosed with high blood pressure, the doctor will prescribe some medicines at first to bring your numbers down. But by and large, you need to work on improving your lifestyle, maintaining a healthy weight and being physically active in order to avoid high blood pressure risks. A healthy lifestyle may even help you get off medications for hypertension. In this article, we talk about some natural remedies that can help in keeping your blood pressure under control, reports NDTV.
How to lose an inch of belly fat in four weeks
Dhaka, June 27 (UNB)- Belly fat could be a sign that your health is at risk, with Type-2 diabetes and heart disease among the associated dangers. I carried out an experiment with the Trust Me, I’m a Doctor team and a group of volunteers. We found that diet, rather than exercise, is the best way to rein in the belly, reports BBC.
Skipping breakfast may kill you, says latest study
Dhaka, June 26 (UNB) - Let's admit it. We have all been guilty of skipping breakfast once or twice in life. Whether it was an early morning flight or because you were too pressed for time to make one for yourself before office, we have all considered skipping our early morning meal at some point.