We all want to keep a sharp mind and good memory for as long as possible, and eating memory boosting foods my help prevent or delay Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease according to several studies (1,2). Memory boosting foods also have many other nutritional benefits, such as providing fiber and antioxidants. I encourage my clients to…
Whether you’re stuck at home or trying to get through your shift at work, you’ll need some healthy snacks nearby to keep you from reaching for that bag of chips. Here’s a list of 5 healthy snacks that’ll keep you full and satisfied all day long: 1. Smoothie A smoothie is an easy way to start your day with some healthy protein and even sneak in some leafy green…
You must have played the game – Mario, right? Remember the mushrooms Mario used to bump into to get energy and protect himself? That’s pretty much how immunity works in your favour. If you have good immunity you can easily get over flu or even a pandemic causing virus, like Covid-19 without much difficulty. Immunity…
Breast fibroadenomas are the most common cause of breast lumps and they are commonly seen between 15-30 years of age group. We usually see a lot of anxious women presenting to the Breast Centre at CK Birla Hospital, Gurgaon with this complaint and all of them have two common questions: can it turn into breast…
Ladies commonly present to our Breast Cancer unit with complaints of lumps in the underarm region (axilla) and their first concern is always breast cancer, but not all axillary lumps are a sign of breast cancer. In this article, I will highlight the common causes of under-arm lumps/ swellings, which ladies can develop: Axillary lymph…
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The COVID-19 pandemic arrived unexpectedly, shaking the world and bringing with it widespread stress, fear, confusion, and deep uncertainty for both people and businesses everywhere. As we navigate the challenges ahead — in the workplace and beyond — it’s essential that individuals are equipped to handle the psychological, social, and economic impacts of COVID-19 with…
Sunset over a sheltered Bay Area Day 65,000 of Shelter in Place (a.k.a 8), There has been a heck of a lot of info flying around the airwaves as PT’s rapidly prepare themselves to be full on telehealth providers. I wanted to link to some resources: TeleHealth NOW Episode of Karen Litzy’s Healthy, Wealthy, and…
The recent outbreak of the devastating pandemic, commonly known as the Coronavirus, has many people rethinking their everyday habits. In addition to social distancing and more frequent hand washing, you may also want to consider giving your immune system a boost. While there’s a number of ways to do that like getting enough sleep and eating healthy, you can also take more vitamins. We’ve compiled a list of the…
Working from home sounds great in theory, but during these uncertain times, it can be a challenge. The new reality is you’re probably stuck at home, trying to maintain your job, your family’s health, your children’s education, and some sense of normalcy. With everyone under one roof, making quick, but healthy meals has become even…