PANACHE

RADIATION AND ITS EFFECTS ON HUMAN BEINGS

2011-03-19T10:54:00.002+05:30

The earthquake and tsunami on March 11, 2011 in Japan, has led to worries growing over the radiation leak at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant. There have been concerns over the health effects of radiation exposure. The questions raised here are, how much radiation can damage health or what are the consequences of radiation exposure.The optimum levelsNatural radiation exposure for a

Asthematic ??, Read on

2010-07-29T19:13:00.000+05:30

A stepped-up approach with anti-inflammatory drugs, based on severity of the asthma, forms the cornerstone of treatment, however prevention of an acute attack is also very important. There are many guidelines on diagnosis and management of asthma and allergic rhinitis which stress on the importance of long term regular anti-inflammatory therapy with inhaled corticosteroidswhich are safe and

Loading your Kid's Back with heavy school bag ?? watch it

2010-07-25T09:58:00.000+05:30

The quest for knowledge and academic is weighing down on our children, quite literally. Children often carry backpacks filled with personal items, school items, and projects. Some children carry almost a quarter of their body weight over their shoulders, which is equivalent to a 80 kg man carrying a 20 kg load! With heavy load on their back, children looks like mini sherpas climbing Mount

Body Odour, Essentially beat it

2010-07-23T19:02:00.001+05:30

Body odour is the unpleasant smell, which comes from a person’s body. It is often related with sweating of the body, but the unpleasant odour is mainly due to bacteria. Body odour may also indicate a serious illness. CausesKidney disease, fungal infections, liver disease, zinc deficiency, cavities, toxins etc. Some strong medicines. Diabetic patients may smell of acetone because of insulin that

Tackle Headaches, Natural ways

2010-07-20T21:42:00.000+05:30

Apple a day keeps headaches away!Or so it is believed by some. A ripe apple is used as a safe home remedy for treating chronic headaches. After removing the upper rind and the hard inner portion, the apple is consumed with a little salt every morning on an empty stomach for 5 – 6 days to affect a cure.Here are some more traditional Indian home remedies for headaches: Good ol’ GingerMash a piece

Food right, Mood right

2010-07-19T22:16:00.002+05:30

Wonder why you keep craving for that bar of chocolate when you feel low? Ever wondered why simple dal and rice soothes your nerves on a day you’re feeling cranked up?Here’s why different foods affect our moods in different ways. We tell what to have and what to avoid when you feel… StressedThe deadline’s nearing and you are not done putting all the slides together. You seem to be hitting dead

Cardios, interesting ways

2010-07-19T22:13:00.002+05:30

Cycling is boring and jogging doesn’t interest you. You like swimming but your club is way too far and routine gym workouts have begun to get on your nerves. If this is the story of your I-am-beginning-to hate-exercising life don’t fret. We bring to you the latest trends in cardio workouts, so that you lose weight and have fun doing it!Benefits of Cardio"Cardio workouts are essential for

Eyes, take good care

2010-07-19T22:07:00.002+05:30

The eye is one of the most important body parts in human body. While not all eye problems can be prevented, a lot can be done to slow the progression of many eye disorders and prevent visual impairment. There are a number of ways in which to care for our eyes. Triggering factorsLack of right nutrients in diet like retinol (vitamin A) and calcium. Inadequate sleep. Inappropriate sitting posture

Good/Bad days to do a thing

2010-07-07T07:32:00.001+05:30

It's Tuesday! Perfect time to polish your CV but to avoid any amorous advances from your other half! Did you know there is an ideal day of the week for everything from starting a diet to giving birth? Getting on a plane or visiting the doctors are better on certain days too. Here's your weekly do's and don'ts guide - just remember to enjoy your Mirror every single day! MONDAY Good day to...Buy

Don't want to age early? Read on....

2010-06-28T21:08:00.004+05:30

Ageing is inevitable and so are the physiological changes that come with it! You are in a position to gauge that what you could do few years back in a jiffy has become an effort for you now. How do we handle it? We need to respect and accept these changes with dignity and prioritise correct and balanced nourishment to the body on day-to-day basis so that our food becomes our medicine. The key to

FAT, Head to Toe truths

2010-06-28T08:59:00.001+05:30

The effects of obesity are revealed in startling detail using a magnetic resonance imaging scanner. It highlights not only the fat lying just under the skin but fat wrapped around organs inside the body. You can see not only the strained joints but crushed lungs and a swollen heart. When I attended autopsies as a doctor, I saw the stranglehold fat can have around internal organs - and I've stuck

Drinking, you may become older than you are

2010-06-28T08:54:00.002+05:30

Wonder why people who drink too much look too old for their age? A new study shows that alcohol consumption speeds up the ageing process and raises the risk of cancer. Italian researchers have found that drinking damages part of the cells that are linked to premature ageing and cancer.They discovered that it causes stress and inflammation to telomeres– the ends of DNA strands that stop them

Get Ready, Monsoon is around the corner

2010-06-26T17:41:00.000+05:30

After the scorching heat in summer we long for the monsoon to arrive! But the rains also bring along with a cluster of infections, which can lead to food poisoning, diarrhea, cholera, typhoid, jaundice, dysentery, hepatitis A and E. People with an already compromised immunity such as the elderly, diabetic and those with hypertension are more prone to catching these infections. Therefore, it is

Monsoon Skin & Hair Care Tips

2010-06-26T17:37:00.002+05:30

With the summer all but gone, you might be tempted to pack away the sunscreen and moisturisers and the daily skin care that you were following. Well, hold your horses. A change in weather does not mean you put do away with your skin and hair care routine, it just means that you will need to modify it to suit the weather! The change in weather has a direct impact on the skin, which makes a good

Ways to less fattening foods

2010-06-25T06:59:00.000+05:30

(1) Choose just one accompanying carbohydrate - rice or naan for example -not both. And share that choice with another person, as the serving sizes are generally huge. (2) Choose carefully - go for tomato-based curry sauces not creamy ones and avoid the battered Chinese dishes that are laden with fat and calories. Go thin and crispy, never deep-pan pizzas, and chicken or lean ham toppings, not

Apple, helps reduction cancer risk

2010-06-24T06:23:00.001+05:30

An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but only if you have it with the peel. Apples are known to protect against serious illnesses such cancer, but now scientists know it's all because of the peel. Tests at the University of Wisconsin show that antioxidants packed inside the peel can slow the growth of prostate cancer cells and breast cancer cells.The results suggest consumers who throw away the

Peep at the treasure of talent inside you

2010-04-24T17:17:00.000+05:30

So you think you'll never be able to get to grips with your finances or learn to sing in tune? Don't despair. We used to think that talent, or even genius, was all down to genes - but scientists are discovering that what we were born with isn't as important as we once thought. Bestselling US author David Shenk, in his book The Genius In All Of Us, maintains that hard graft and keeping your eye on

Stay Motivated

2010-04-24T17:14:00.002+05:30

Motivation comes from the word, movement and means precisely that, “being able to move yourself to where you want.” Most of us know what we have to do to achieve our dreams but we have 101 reasons not to act on our knowledge Following are some motivational tips that may help you to work towards your goal:You can have anything you want in life if you are willing to work for it. Other people’s

Natural Summer Shield

2010-04-24T17:11:00.000+05:30

It is well known how drinking and splashing water as a shield against temperature changes and many opt to stay cool with frequent showers and drinking plenty of water. There are other simple remedies that can help you stay cool when the weather gets sizzling hot. Medicinal mintGuess what the Romans did to protect themselves from the harmful effect of heat? They tucked a spray of mint behind each

Depressed? No anti-depressents, try this

2010-04-14T00:14:00.000+05:30

I hate the way we increasingly look for medical solutions to treat normal, tough aspects of life. Even though one in three of us will suffer from mild depression during our lifetimes, I think we need to find ways to overcome the problem without resorting to drugs. So I'm pleased that a new review of how we use antidepressants reaches similar conclusions, recognising that, while drugs do work well

Exam Times: Eat Smart

2010-04-12T12:31:00.002+05:30

When you are studying for your final exams, eating nutritious food always takes a back seat. Students feel it is easier to either have some junk food or skip a meal altogether as stuffing too much food can make you feel sleepy. But eating healthy should be a part of your study plan as it will help you better your scores. Here is a food guide that would keep you energised and help you crack the

Liver cancer, reduce risks

2010-04-10T15:45:00.001+05:30

The incidence of Liver Cancer or Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) is increasing worldwide. It is the fifth most common cancer in the world. Most patients with HCC are diagnosed at intermediate to advanced stage and definitive surgical intervention is not feasible in these cases due to extreme tumour extension or multiplicity of tumour foci at the time of diagnosis. Some cases of liver cancer

Colas may delay making Babies

2010-04-10T15:39:00.001+05:30

It's not just your teeth that cola harms. Men who drink around a litre of cola every day could be harming their sperm, according to a new Danish study. On average, these men's sperm counts were almost 30% lower than in men who didn't drink cola.While most of the sperm counts would still be considered normal by the World Health Organization, men with fewer sperm generally have a higher risk of

Chocolate: Heart Saviour too

2010-04-07T19:00:00.000+05:30

For those who believe in the Easter bunny, good news awaits. Just one small square of chocolate a day might help lower your blood pressure and reduce your risk for heart disease. The sweet studyAfter analysing the diet and health habits of 19,357 people, aged 35 to 65, for at least 10 years, German researchers found that those who ate the most chocolate (an average of 7.5 grams a day) had lower

Negative energy cleansing

2010-04-07T18:54:00.003+05:30

Ever walked into a place and felt depressed, angry or uplifted? Your response to the energies of the space are an indication of the vibrations of the area. After an argument, the energies of a room become clouded and dense. Illness can also alter the energies at home and may leave others weary with their residue. Regular space clearing of your home or office space helps purify and restore the