With the internet and social media flooded with so much information on the benefits of chocolates, what else will you find in this article. A google search on the benefits of chocolate will give the same information, that it is good for heart or may improve blood sugars or may help you to lose weight….
Lifestyle ailments are not just because of sedentary lifestyle though it can be a contributing factor. Not eating the right food or eating too much of the wrong variety is the primary cause of metabolic syndrome which leads to lifestyle ailments. Shorter version What are lifestyle ailments or lifestyle diseases? It begins with a hardly…
In the previous article we explained the myths and facts related to uric acid and gout. However we left out the most interesting fact, insulin resistance is directly responsible for rise in uric acid levels. Hence insulin resistance becomes the number one cause for gout attack. It is perhaps the only reason for a gout…
The most common question bothering humans in a variety of ways is how do we put on weight. We are flooded with remedies from various sources. Drink lots of water. Lemon and honey with warm water in morning is another popular solution floating around on social media. Cumin (jeera) and fenugreek (methi) soaked overnight is…
We all have heard about stress and how it is the number one killer of the human race. In this article we shall explore the stress factor and how cortisol affects the most important factor in our lifestyle. What is cortisol? Cortisol is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands. They are a pair of…
This short article will mainly focus on the reasons for insulin resistance. For a detailed article to understand what is insulin resistance click here. Belly fat announces the beginning of non-alcoholic fatty liver condition. Belly fat slowly develops to visceral fat which accumulates at the waist, hips and underarms or wherever your body type is…
Insulin resistance is a condition where our cells start losing the ability to absorb glucose. Cells need energy to perform their intended roles. Glucose is the fuel of our body. If sufficient glucose does not enter your cells, they do not get sufficient energy. Energy deficient cells send a signal to the pancreas. This induces…
Insulin is a hormone secreted by the pancreas. It performs some important functions in our body primarily insertion of glucose in cells. Insulin resistance renders the cells incapable of repairing themselves leading to diabetes. What is a hormone? Hormones are molecules that travel through the blood. They are messengers between organs (also called glands) and…
Staring for long hours in front of a screen can be tiring. But work from home and putting in those extra hours means you need something really strong to come back fresh the next day. So here is the to do list for those road warriors. Choose your technology well Eyes are the window to…
