Not all alcohols are healthy, NO, none of them are!
Their study of about 25,000 people in the U.K. showed that alcohol affects the brain's gray matter. It starts to alter your brain within 30 seconds you drink. You may feel mentally slower and have slower reflexes. For a long-term result, it shrinks the brain cells which in turn compromises the ability to learn, think and remember.
Too much screen time could increase your aging
Moms are always right! Well, at least in this case. As when we were young, we were always restricted to watch TV. And apparently, so does this research says. “Middle-aged folks who regularly turn to TV for entertainment appear to have a greater risk of decline in their reasoning and memory later in life, three new studies suggest”. It found that even moderate amounts of TV viewing are associated with worse performance on cognitive tests as people aged
Brain Fog' Lingers in Long-Haul COVID
As researchers work to learn more about COVID-19 , a new study suggests "brain fog" can persist and even worsen for those who were infected months before. When the symptoms were compared to other diseases (reduce problem-solving skills, and short-term memory loss) it was found that complaints with those with encephalomyelitis or CFS have to face similar symptoms.
Fat Around Your Heart Is even More Deadly
For nearly two decades we have known that obesity, based on simple measurement of height and weight, can double one's risk of heart failure, but now, scientists have gone a step further by using imaging technology to show that excess pericardial fat, perhaps due to its location close to the heart muscle, further augments the risk of this potentially fatal condition -- heart failure
What’s the hype on all about the “Black Fungus”?
Nearly 9,000 cases of a fungal infection called mucormycosis, also known as "black fungus," have been reported so far, & is caused by exposure to mucor. The fungal preys on patients with weakened immune systems and underlying conditions, particularly diabetes, and irrational usage of steroids. Uncontrolled blood sugar can also put immunocompromised people at a higher risk of contracting the disease.
प्लेसेंटा प्रीविया क्या है?
गर्भावस्था के दौरान, यदि गर्भनाल इस तरह से विकसित होती है कि यह पूरी तरह से या आंशिक रूप से गर्भाशय ग्रीवा को ढक देती है, तो इस स्थिति को ‘प्लेसेंटा प्रीविया‘ या “लो–लाइंग प्लेसेंटा” कहा जाता है। इससे प्रसव वेदना और प्रसव के दौरान शिशु और माँ को खतरा रहता है क्योंकि गर्भाशय ग्रीवा खुलने पर यह क्षतिग्रस्त हो सकती है। गर्भनाल समय से पहले गर्भाशय से अलग हो सकती है जिससे माँ को गंभीर रक्तस्राव होता है जो बच्चे को भी प्रभावित कर सकता है। पैदा होने वाले बच्चे में कुछ विकार हो सकते हैं या बच्चा समय से पहले पैदा हो सकता है अथवा जन्म के समय कम वज़न का भी हो सकता है।
The Attachment Theory: How Childhood Affects Life
To be honest, here, there is no theory in life that could tell you how to parent your child. But what if we tell you how not to parent? There are many theories out there which claim a perfect bringing up of a child, not all of them could be true but one is, the attachment theory argues that a strong emotional and physical bond to one primary caregiver in our first years of life is critical to our development.
Take an interest in your child’s passions
Being interested in the things your child enjoys may seem intimidating at first, but it can be one of the most rewarding ways. If your child is musical it may be a good idea to sign them up for lessons, if they like to build things, a robotics club could help them fine-tune their skills. If you are struggling to slow down and connect with your children there are countless little things to do.
What is a good nutrition?
There are some basic concepts. Healthy diets contain less saturated fat and refined sugar and more complex carbohydrate, lean protein, and unsaturated fat. Simple foods, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, provide a complex mix of nutrients that support health during childhood. The trick is to make it a regular part of the diet rather than emphasising the “good for you” part.
Is your child a slow learner?
A slow learner is a child of below-average intelligence, whose thinking skills have developed significantly more slowly than the norm for his/her age. This child will go through the same basic developmental stages as other children but will do so at a significantly slower rate. However, this development, while being slower, nevertheless be relatively even.
Teaching Conflict Resolution to Your Children
One way to address conflict resolution is by using books. Authors of children’s books are able to write to a child’s level of understanding. The story can be used to describe a conflict between characters as well as demonstrate to children the best way to resolve that conflict. Once they see a different way to resolve problems, they’ll be more likely to use those skills
Cereals as your child's first meal
Most parents begin with one of the precooked cereals made especially for babies. They are ready to eat as soon as they’re mixed, which is a great convenient. Most are fortified with iron, which is very important in a baby’s diet. You can also feed them adult cereals. But these grown-up cereals shouldn’t be the mainstay of your baby’s diet because they do not have enough iron in them.
5 Parenting Styles and Their Effects on Life
There are four widely researched styles of parenting: authoritative, permissive, authoritarian and neglectful. The styles range from controlling to undemanding; and from cold and unresponsive to loving and receptive. In recent years, over-involved parents, who are present in every aspect of their child’s life, are often referred to as the fifth style. They are also known as snowplough or helicopter parents
Talk To Kids about their Emotional Needs and how much important it is
It’s a good idea to talk to kids about emotions and how other people experience them. Give their emotions names (jealousy, anger, and love) and teach them that these are normal. Talk to them about how to handle emotions in a positive way and point out situations where other people are experiencing emotions. knowing your own's emotions will help them understand others very easily too!
Make family night a weekly occurrence to increase family bonding
It is not uncommon for adults and children to occasionally feel mentally depleted. An easy way to respect everyone’s need to unwind and relax without the pressure of conversation and cooking is by doing a weekly family night, where you rent a movie, order take-out food and just relax together as a family.
Can blue light cause headaches?
Working and playing for long periods on blue light-emitting devices like phones, laptops, and tablets can lead to headaches—but it may not be the light itself that causes problems. To prevent any such condition, try keeping a distance, use the 20.20.20 method and maintain a healthy posture to avoid any extra strain. Researchers still don’t know the cause hence it is beneficial to get the eye checked up
6 Tips for Coping with IBD Fatigue
Symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can vary quite a bit, from typical GI pains to joint pain. However, it is more of a mentally stressful experience than being physically in pain. One could take naps in between the day, or have a nutrient-dense food. But remember some days could be better than other and there are things which could help you improve with conditions.
Is the therapist your perfect match?
If you’re looking to dive into therapy for the first time, it can be hard to know where to start in terms of finding the right person. So, go on and be brave. Ask how much do you charge per sessions, how long will be each session, and do I get to see you beyond appointments? It’s difficult especially when you are in need, but it’s better to be clear than sorry with no results later.
