Today stress is the universal element of the modern human experience. It’s like an uninvited stress that walks into your life when you are overloaded with work and emotions. Studies show that stress in the long run can cause an imbalance of neural circuitry subserving cognition, decision-making, anxiety, and mood. …
Spending time in nature has been linked to increased emotional well-being, happiness, and life satisfaction. Often referred to as ecotherapy, nature therapy is a wide approach to mental health that emphasises spending time in nature to enhance wellbeing. Let’s examine some significant pathways to better mental health and their mechanisms. …
Life is moving faster than it has in the twenty-first century. We have less and less time for relaxation because of our jobs, deadlines, and the ubiquitous technology that permeates every part of our lives. While food and exercise receive a lot of attention when it comes to general health, …
Endometriosis remains a significant concern in the field of gynaecology. During each menstrual cycle, a woman expels the inner lining of her uterus, known as the endometrium, which causes menstrual bleeding. But occasionally, this menstrual blood—which contains live endometrial cells—finds its way into the abdominal cavity by blood vessels, lymphatics, …
Sleep is essential for recharging your body and mind and has been related to the overall well-being of an individual. Disturbed sleep makes individuals feel tired, distressed and unable to perform daily activities of life. Insufficient sleep can make people more prone to mood swings, delayed reaction time, and diminished …
When the vibrant colours of Holi disappear, it’s time to move from celebrations to physical rejuvenation. Holi, a festival of joy and colour, is frequently celebrated with overindulgence in heavy meals and desserts, which leaves our bodies feeling lethargic and in need of a detox. Post-Holi detox involves cleansing the …
Decreased appetite, also known as poor appetite or loss of appetite, refers to a reduced desire to eat. The medical term for this is anorexia. Various mental and physical health issues can lead to decreased appetite, which may be accompanied by symptoms like weight loss or malnutrition. If not treated, …
The timing of your physical activity is a pivotal factor that can affect the efficiency of your exercise routine and the speed at which you reach your health goals. Finding the ideal time to exercise is a personal endeavor, influenced by individual lifestyle, daily commitments, and biological clocks. Engaging …
Menstruation, is a natural process in women, which involves the monthly shedding of the uterine lining, which results in bleeding that lasts 3-7 days. Hormones control this cycle, which lasts 28 days on average but might differ from person to person. The onset of a new cycle and the release …
Anxiety is the most common mental health illness in today’s world. It is an emotion causing feelings of worry and fear/dread that manifest physically through blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, uneasiness and perspiration. Stressful and traumatic experiences at any age can trigger anxiety while emotional or physical abuse can have a …