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  When it comes to maintaining healthy hair growth, there's no particular trick! From eating good food to the right cleansing techniques, there are many factors to look at. If you're looking for ways to boost hair grown, then try these useful tips that can help. Follow these tips and start noticing a huge difference in your hair health: 1. Massaging Regular hair massages can boost hair growth. Be it masks or oils, massaging stimulates the scalp, which helps to improve hair thickness. 2. Try coconut oil This oil is known as one of the best oils for hair. Loaded with fatty acids, it helps to boost protein in hair. This can make your hair shiny and also nourish it from within. 3. Add omega in your diet One of the best supplements for your hair is omega. It helps to repair hair loss and promote hair growth. However, one must consult a doctor before taking any supplement. 4. Quit smoking Smoking not only affects your skin health but also hair. Smoking can lead to hair loss, as it da...

  When it comes to a diet’s macronutrient breakdown, most of us only question if we’re having too much fat and not too little. We assume that fat is bad for us and something we’re supposed to consume as less of as possible. While dietary fats get a very bad reputation because of their excess being linked to obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and a number of other ailments, a complete absence of fat in your diet and body can also lead to severe health issues. Why your body needs fat too A study published in the  Nutrition Journal  in 2017 suggests that what confuses consumers is the lack of clarity about which fats are bad and which aren’t. While science highlights the fact that the consumption of saturated fats and trans fats leads to cardiovascular and other diseases, people mostly take it to mean that they need to cut off fats. However, fats are also essential nutrients and your body needs a decent amount of essential fatty acids to function properly. So, while you...

  There's no denying the fact that sugar is an ingredient liked by many. However, what if we were to tell you that there is something in your kitchen which is way tastier and healthier than sugar and that the 'sweetness' for which you resort to sugar won't be compromised too! Several studies suggest that adding too much sugar to your diet can put your health at risk. Form weight gain, risk of diabetes to tooth decay, sugar, if not consumed moderately, can turn out to be the major cause of illness and disease in the body. But what if there's an ingredient that will add sweetness to the food items of your liking and without any risks to your health satisfy your taste buds too! Well, jaggery is one such ingredient that has multiple benefits when added to the diet, especially during winters (and even otherwise). Here, we list below some bonafide reasons why you should contemplate using more jaggery than sugar in your diet.  Take a look: High nutritional value  Compared ...

  One of the most popular winter fruits, orange is loved by many people. But did you know about its many benefits? Read on to know more. Orange is one of the most-loved and nutritious winter superfoods that offer health benefits like no other. But did you know the peel that you throw away after relishing oranges offers a million properties for good skin and hair?  The fruit as well as its peel are rich in vitamin C, as well as several minerals and vitamins that work well as a cleaning agent, and solve almost all your common hair concerns. It won’t be wrong to say that oranges are indeed godsent for good hair health.  Here are four ways it benefits your hair health: 1. It acts as a great hair conditioner If you don’t know already, then oranges are a great source of vitamin E and antioxidants that provide it with deep conditioning properties for your hair. Furthermore, they also help to protect your hair against any kind of damage, thereby strengthening your hair strands. F...

  01 /7 Symptoms that indicate you have already had COVID-19 With the onset of the novel coronavirus, millions of people have experienced various complications that come along with the disease. From a fever to a sore throat to fatigue, COVID-19 symptoms can range from mild illnesses to fatal consequences. Also, while SARS-CoV-2 is a respiratory illness, its symptoms have often been confused with the signs of other respiratory infections such as a flu or a common cold. Therefore, it is highly possible that one overlooks the symptoms and some even recover over time on their own. While some people suffer with mild symptoms, others seem to be asymptomatic and therefore, do not get themselves tested at all. As per a recent study, 5 symptoms have been identified as signs that indicated that you have already acquired COVID-1 02 /7 Study: 5 symptoms that suggest you have already had the coronavirus According to the study published in the journal Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurolo...

  High blood pressure appears to accelerate a decline in cognitive performance in middle-aged and older adults, according to new research. The research was published today in Hypertension, an American Heart Association journal. Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure or hypertension. Having high blood pressure is a risk factor for cognitive decline, which includes such things as memory, verbal fluency, attention and concentration. Blood pressure of 120 mmHg - 129 mmHg systolic (the top number in a reading) or higher is considered elevated. Systolic pressure above 130 mmHg, or diastolic pressure (the bottom number) of 80 mmHg or higher is considered hypertension. “We initially anticipated that the negative effects of hypertension on cognitive function would be more critical when hypertension started at a younger age, however, our results show similar accelerated cognitive performance decline whether hypertension started in middle age or at older ages,” said study aut...

 

The season change is well known for raising your chances of catching a cold or the flu. From children to older adults, almost everyone is vulnerable during the flu season. Since there is no cure for either the common cold or the flu, prevention and then symptomatic treatment are your best options. Eating a proper diet containing the right foods can help give your immune system a boost so it can help you cope with mild illnesses and recover faster. Additionally, some foods can also provide medicinal benefits during this season, without any fear of side effects. Following are some foods that you should add to your diet if you have the flu or a cold as they will help you get back up on your feet faster: 1. Garlic Garlic is believed to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties that can help treat the influenza infection. A study was conducted by the University of Western Australia to determine the effectiveness of garlic in preventing the common cold. There were two treatment groups: gar...

  Amidst all the chaos caused by the novel  coronavirus , elderly people and people with pre-existing medical conditions have been declared the most vulnerable. While COVID-19 does not pose any severe risks to children, parents have been extra careful during this pandemic. However, in a recent report, a serious condition called multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C) has been identified amongst the younger population. The new study has highlighted some of the symptoms that can arise in children suffering with COVID-19. Most common symptoms of COVID-19 in children Akin to adults and older adults, children also experience the various symptoms of COVID-19. Some of them are highly common and prevalent in all age groups. That said, here are some of the most common COVID-19 symptoms experienced by children. - Fever - Runny nose - Fatigue - Loss of sense of smell  - Sore throat - Congestion - Chest pain and shortness of breath - Muscle or body aches  Newest syndrome found...

  The Union health ministry today said some Covid-19 vaccine candidates may get emergency use license in the next few weeks. The Union health ministry on Tuesday said some of the Covid-19 vaccine candidates may get emergency use license in India in the next few weeks. Addressing a press conference on the Covid-19 situation in the country, Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan said the Serum Institute of India and Bharat Biotech have applied for emergency use approval of their Covid-19 vaccine candidates. The Serum Institute of India is manufacturing Covishield, the vaccine that has been jointly developed by the Oxford University and AstraZeneca. On the other hand, Bharat Biotech is developing an indigenous vaccine called Covaxin. Apart from Serum Institute and Bharat Biotech, Pfizer has also applied for emergency use approval of its vaccine in India. It has already secured an emergency use licence in the UK and the country has started its mass vaccination from today. "Once we get ...