According to new research published in the Lancet Global Health, more than half the adult population in India does not meet the WHO guidelines on sufficient physical activity. Worryingly, the study shows that more women, as much as 57 per cent, than men (42 per cent) are physically inactive. The percentage of physical inactivity has …
Last Updated: July 11, 2024, 14:53 IST These three self-assessment methods will reveal your level of fitness. If you engage in physical activities, you are fit. But how can you know if you have strength or not without undergoing medical tests? Assess Your Fitness: Determine how strong and fit you are based on the type …
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 …
How often does one feel stressed in life? According to some studies, a lot. According to the Health of the Nation Report 2024 by Apollo Hospitals in which 11,000 individuals were surveyed, almost 80 per cent of young adults (18-30 years) and seniors (>65 years) reported significant stress levels. Another report, the 2023 Indian Wellness …
In a recent study published in Scientific Reports, researchers investigated the relationship between sleep-wake changes and depressive symptoms among midlife women. Their results demonstrate that women who experience long-term severe sleep-wake changes may face an increased risk of experiencing depressive symptoms, highlighting the importance of maintaining stable sleep patterns to mitigate mental health risks. Study: Sleep–wake …
According to a recent study published in The Lancet Global Health journal, 57% of women in India were found to be insufficiently physically active, compared to men (42%), in line with trends across the South Asian region while almost 50% of adults in India engaged in insufficient levels of physical activity in 2022. Additionally, an …
You should keep taking breaks in between. There is a dip in the body’s energy levels after you perform intense workouts due to physical exertion and the body’s efforts to cool itself down. The temperatures in India fail to ease off despite June nearing its end and the monsoon onset date coming closer. As per …
Image Source : FREEPIK Study finds vigorous activity may reduce dementia risk in New research suggests that physical activity might reduce the risk of dementia in older adults with high blood pressure. Earlier studies have indicated that individuals with hypertension face a higher risk of cognitive decline, including dementia, which significantly impairs memory and thinking …
For those who have achieved the remarkable feat of achieving remission after being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes through lifestyle changes and effective management, the temptation to celebrate by indulging in all the foods previously avoided can be strong. But should they return to their old eating patterns without consequence, or does long-term dietary vigilance …
This summer, find harmony by striking a balance between rest, recuperation, and fitness. It can be difficult to strike a balance between a strenuous exercise regimen and the required downtime, particularly for people with hectic schedules. For fitness enthusiasts, the day often begins with the thought, “How many calories can I burn today?” This dedication …