Tips to keep bones and joints healthy this winter
— File photo Cold weather affects the entire body including the bones and joints. Bone, muscle and joint pain complaints are usually more common in winter but can be avoided…
World News in Brief: UN anti-corruption conference, global hunger ‘set to soar’, healthy diets unaffordable in Asia-Pacific
This year, the anti-corruption conference, as the Conference of the States Parties (CoSP) is popularly known, marks the 20th anniversary of the landmark Convention. “Corruption not only robs resources, it…
World News in Brief: South Sudan aid plan, rising cost of healthy eating, Europe’s diabetes burden
The conflict in neighbouring Sudan has had an impact on the country’s economy, increasing the prices of food and the number of vulnerable people who need assistance. It is estimated…
Sleep is very useful for keeping the heart healthy
London: A study has shown that activities such as standing or sleeping are much better than lazy behaviors. A study published in the European Heart Journal studied the effects of…
8 healthy measures can prevent aging by 6 years, health experts
A good and healthy life can be lived by adopting 8 simple habits. Health experts say that by following eight simple hygiene-based procedures and lifestyle measures, biological aging can be…
Teaching children to cook can be healthy for them
Teaching young children to cook has many health benefits for both their overall physical and mental development. Some of the key benefits are listed below: Nutrition Awareness: Teaching young children…
Weight control and fitness, ensuring healthy kidneys
Philadelphia: Physical fitness and avoiding weight gain may help prevent kidney disease in obese adults. According to media reports, researchers from Drexel University’s College of Medicine and Dornsife School of…
How to choose healthy dishes?
The relation of food containers to health always depends on the contents of the containers. Always check the contents of pots when buying them. The two main materials used in…
Eat dates, stay healthy and energetic
Due to its nutritional content, dates have earned the status of a complete food. Photo: File London: Humans have been eating dates for thousands of years, and they still rank…
A healthy weight in the 60s can extend the lifespan of women
San Francisco: Maintaining a stable weight past age 60 can increase women’s chances of reaching 90, 95 or even 100 years. According to media reports, a recent study found that…