Concerned about your patient’s type 2 diabetes risk? Along with the usual preventive strategies — like diet and exercise and, when appropriate, glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) agonists — there’s another simple, no-risk strategy that just might help: Turning off the light at night. A study in The Lancet found that people who were exposed to …
The significance of sunlight exposure on our health cannot be overstated. However, it becomes paramount to understand how sunlight affects our energy levels and overall well-being during these scorching summer days. Dr RR Dutta, HOD, internal medicine, Paras Health, Gurugram explains, “Sunlight exposure triggers the release of a hormone called serotonin in the brain. While …
Does the time of day you choose to exercise impact your health? To answer these questions, researchers at the University of Sydney, Australia, released the findings in a new study published last week. The results suggest that undertaking most of your physical activity in the evening could offer significant health benefits, especially for people living …
News Lifestyle Fitness Can’t catch those zzz’s? Exercise might be the cure for your bedtime blues A recent study underscores the connection between sleep quality, daily scheduling, and the crucial role of exercise. Here are some reasons why exercise is linked to better sleep (Source: Pexels) Tossing and turning all night? Counting sheep isn’t working, …
Southampton: Every cell in the body has a circadian rhythm. This rhythm follows a near 24-hour cycle that is synchronised to day and night. These circadian rhythms are critical for health and wellbeing. But our circadian rhythm can become disrupted when our lifestyle does not correspond with this natural day-and-night cycle – for example, if …
Metabolism, often referred to as the body’s engine, plays a pivotal role in energy expenditure and overall health. It’s a complex biochemical process that converts what you eat and drink into energy. However, various lifestyle factors and habits can disrupt this delicate balance, potentially wreaking havoc on your metabolism. Recently, nutritionist and weight loss coach …