GOODHEALTH BLOGS

Fats The important factor about fat is that the quantity of fats in foods should be limited to less than 30% of total calories consumed. Reducing the quantity of total fat in your diet to less than 30% of total calories helps in reducing cholesterol levels. Which...

An abrasion is a superficial rub or wearing off of the skin, usually caused by a scrape or a brush burn. Abrasions are usually minor injuries that you can treat at home. Call a child doctor for abrasions which : located close to the eye or on the face embedded with...

Before a child turns three, careful observers can see signs of autism. Some children develop normally until 18-24 months old and then stop or lose skills. Signs of an ASD can include: • Repeated motions (rocking or spinning) • Avoiding eye contact or physical touch •...

Excessive exposure to ultra violate rays (UVA and UVB) of the sun accelerates melanin production in the skin that leads to darkening of exposed skin. Sun tan usually occurs on body parts that are exposed to sun such as, face, neck, arms and legs. Sun tan causes...

Very large meals can send your triglyceride level into the danger zone. It will be better if your divide your usual serving in half. Take smaller portions and give your body time to register when you're full. Help yourself to more only if you're still hungry. If you...

A bone density test is conducted to: • Identify decreases in bone density before you break a bone • Determine the risk of broken bones (fractures) • Confirm a diagnosis of osteoporosis • Monitor osteoporosis treatment The higher the bone mineral content, the denser...

For many people, asthma attacks may happen more often in the winter. While you’re indoors, you breathe in asthma triggers such as mold, pet dander, dust mites, and even fires in the fireplace. When you venture out, you could have an asthma attack from inhaling the...

Indians are at a higher risk of getting heart disease as compared to people of other nationalities. Hence the ideal cholesterol levels as determined for the British or American people are not ideal for Indians. Indians need more rigid cholesterol values. The ideal...

So switch to whole grains. Whole-grain pasta is a great alternative. And also tasty whole grain bread for sandwiches. Eat brown rice instead of white rice. It has a rich, nutty flavor that's perfect for making stir-fry. Instead of white potatoes, try grains like...

The best time to exercise is whenever you can make it a part of your regular routing. Research indicates that the body adjusts to whatever time of day we decide for exercise. The most important thing is to pick a time of day you can stick with.

1. They are full of high quality protein. . 2. Sesame oil has been shown to prevent diabetes and they are also full of magnesium - -a key nutrient known to help lower blood pressure. 3.Black sesame seeds contains phytosterols that block cholesterol production. 4 The...

What Is the Thyroid Gland? The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in the front of the neck. It produces hormones that control the speed of your metabolism -- the system that helps the body use energy. Thyroid disorders can slow down or rev up your metabolism by...

High blood pressure can hurt small blood vessels in the kidneys, making it harder for them to do their job. And in case of diabetes, unused blood sugar can damage your kidneys

It is important to have a family reference file for all purposes. Prepare for a family emergency by creating a medical file for each family member which includes birth date, doctors' names and phone numbers, and insurance information. Also have a list of allergies,...

Kite-flying is addictive. Being on the terrace and flying kites whole day is a part of the culture of the city. However, kite-flying can be dangerous. • Protect your eyes. Wear sunglasses/goggles while flying or even standing at the terrace. Make sure you have covered...

A bone density test is conducted to check if one has osteoporosis — a disease that causes bones to become more fragile and more likely to break. A bone density test uses X-rays to measure how many grams of calcium and other bone minerals are packed into a segment of...

Kidney stones form when there's too much of a certain substance (like calcium) in your urine. They can stay in your kidney or travel down the urinary tract, where you'd pee it out. Kidney stones are different shapes and sizes. As painful as they can be to pass, the...

Hepatitis C usually doesn't cause any symptoms. Sometimes, undiagnosed, it can take as long as 30 years for serious signs of liver damage to develop. Some people can have symptoms such as nausea or vomiting. But because these symptoms could be signs of many other...

Autism is a brain disorder which limits a person's ability to communicate and relate to other people. It first appears in young children, who fall along a spectrum from mild to severe. Some people can navigate their world, some have exceptional abilities, while others...

Prepare a paste by mixing one tomato pulp with a teaspoon of honey and yoghurt. Apply this paste on your face and allow it to rest for 15-20 minutes. You can also add a teaspoon of almond oil instead of honey as well. Almond oil, which is rich in vitamins will provide...

Give fluids to dehydrated people in the following ways: • Make them sip small amounts of water • Give them carbohydrate/electrolyte-containing drinks. • Make them suck on popsicles made from juices and sports drinks/ or ice cubes. • Sipping through a straw (works well...