Get Rid of Pimples and Acne with These Amazing Skin Tips
October 04, 2019 | Dr.Amna Zubair
When referring to a skin condition where there’s inflammation, redness, and ‘bumps’ on the face, people typically use the term ‘breaking out.’ This is to imply that their skin has received a stimulus that causes irregularities.
Acne vulgaris (or commonly referred to as just acne) is a skin condition wherein the hair follicles or pores are clogged with excess oil (sebum) production, dead skin cells, bacteria, and dirt.
Read More6 Anti Aging Tips For Youthful Skin
October 04, 2019 | Abigail Mckay
Aging is a complex biological process that comes under the term ‘aging mosaic.’ The mosaic, in simple terms, refers to the complexity of normal aging which is a combination of endogenous (intrinsic) and exogenous (extrinsic) factors.
Anti-aging, in literal terms, refers to a process that can either halt the manifestations of the natural aging process or potentially reverse existing signs of aging. However, the term hasn’t been properly defined yet.
Read MorePre and Post Workout Requirements
October 24, 2019 | Abigail Mckay
In the first installment of this two-part series, Nutrition for Athletes, general nutritional standards were discussed to enhance exercise performance, especially for those who excel in athletics. Now, we will turn out attention to what you should eat before, during, and after exercising.
Read MoreIs Chronic Cardio Good for You?
January 01, 2020 | Abigail Mckay
Cardiovascular exercise is commonplace today in a world obsessed with fitness and maintaining the right physique. Until recently, the concept of too much activity has been relatively unheard of. The average consumer has repeatedly heard the positive connection between fitness and longevity. While the benefits of exercise are substantial, too much exercise might be too much of a good thing.
Read MoreWays in which retinol oil can transform your skin
February 24, 2020 | Farah Jassawalla
We are living in an age where skincare is considered an essential part of the daily routine. There has been a growing interest in actives and anti-aging skin ingredients in recent times. One element that has received loads of attention is retinol, the ultimate anti-aging ingredient that people are going bonkers over. A lot of brands have started using retinol in their eye products as eyes are usually the first part of the face to get wrinkles and crow's feet.
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Make workout safer with these tips
February 25, 2020 | Farah Jassawalla
You must have noticed disclaimers on exercise websites or youtube videos: "consult your doctor before beginning this exercise to avoid injury". You must have caught yourself thinking, what could be so strenuous about exercise that would get you hurt? Well, it is quite usual to think on those lines, and, to be honest, light to moderate exercise is more often than not, okay for healthy adults.
Read MoreWhy should you make naps a priority in 2020?
March 05, 2020 | Farah Jassawalla
Napping in many cultures is looked down upon, or is considered something that is not very important. It is okay for children to nap for a few minutes, but napping for adults is not supported that wholeheartedly in societies. It is usually expected of them to go on performing at their finest with the few hours of sleep that they have had.
Read MoreCoronavirus spreading from cats and dogs
May 13, 2020 | Farah Jassawalla
The wildly spreading coronavirus has changed our lives, leaving everyone worried and insecure about their health. Apart from human beings, there is news that the virus could also attack our household pets as well.
Read MoreUse of telehealth increase in senior citizens
June 24, 2020 | Farah Jassawalla
Out of all the age groups present, the senior citizen category is most at risk from COVID-19. Recent trends show that telehealth usage increased drastically within this age bracket. Even though the option of relying on telehealth existed prior to the coronavirus, its adoption has sky rocketed during the pandemic.
Read MoreAre Face Shields Better Than Face Masks for Protection Against COVID-19?
September 17, 2020 | Farah Jassawalla
Face masks have become a part of our normal lives since the advent of COVID-19. However, face shields have also been introduced for protection against the virus, leading to a debate about which one is better.
Read More4 Habits to Practise to Manage Your Depression
January 05, 2021 | Farah Jassawalla
Mental Health awareness has taken the world by storm in the past decade. With more awareness campaigns than ever before. As more and more interest is being dedicated to how to live happier and healthier lives, both physically and mentally. We have finally learned of multiple ways as to how one can manage the stresses of their lives.
Read MoreTips for Fresh and Healthy Skin
January 22, 2021 | Farah Jassawalla
Skincare is all the rage these days so we’ve made a simplified list of what you can do and what you can avoid in order to have the best skin of your life.
Read MoreWhy Working till Late Night is Bad for your Body?
March 17, 2021 | Farah Jassawalla
In recent years there has been a move towards living a lifestyle that involves a lot of hustle. Naturally one should be immensely proud of the effort that they have put into their professional lives and how far they have come. Usually, however, this success comes with strings attached. This is in the form of late sleepless nights spent staring at a computer screen unable to move until the wee hours of the night only to sleep for a while and then wake up to the same hectic routine.
Read MorePreventing Back Pain While Driving
March 22, 2021 | Farah Jassawalla
Most people tend to experience back pain while driving due to sitting in an uncomfortable or constrained position for a prolonged period, coupled with low-frequency vibrations penetrating throughout their whole body. If this back pain persists or becomes more frequent, you may even become unable or unwilling to drive at some point.
Read MoreAre Your Gym Shoes the Right Ones for You?
April 07, 2021 | Farah Jassawalla
Working out is a pain as is. Therefore, one should aim to make the process as painless as possible. People tend to do this by trying out new things and using the “proper” equipment that is available in the market at that time.
Read MoreHow Much Does a Shoulder MRI Scan Cost?
July 09, 2021 | Farah Jassawalla
Normal shoulder MRI scans show properly aligned and non-fragmented bones, adequately working blood vessels and no tears in muscles or ligaments.
Read MoreWhy did my Feet Suddenly Become Smelly? IS IT NORMAL?
January 26, 2022 | Farah Jassawalla
When you come back after a long run or from a hard day at work, taking off your shoes gives immediate relief. But what if you smell a bad odor from your feet or a close person points at it? That can ruin your mood in seconds. Smelly feet or foot odor is more common than you can imagine. The medical term for this condition is known as bromodosis.
Read MoreChanges during Puberty
May 06, 2022 | Dr.Amna Zubair
every child goes through certain changes in their body as they grow older. These specific changes are prominent when puberty hits. Puberty can occur around age 11 in girls and age 12 in boys. This can happen earlier or late for some as there is no exact age for puberty to occur.
Read MoreWhat is Substance Abuse ?
June 07, 2022 | Farah Jassawalla
Substance abuse is the use of drugs or substances in an amount that may impact your health in harmful ways. It can be confused with addiction, but the two terms slightly differ. Individuals with a habit of substance
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