Although everybody knows about the importance of drinking water, very few actually drink adequate amount of water everyday. And that’s not all! There are many fitness enthusiasts, who workout regularly, have some sort of misconception when it comes to drinking water. There are many who avoid drinking water during workouts and wait till the end […]
Wellness
Best Anti-Pollution Face Masks in India
Anti-Pollution Masks: There are times when major cities in India become like a gas chamber, and its quite dangerous time for all, especially the elderly, children, pregnant women and people with weak lungs. This is where an anti pollution mask comes handy. It not only lets you breathe easy but also filters out the toxic pollutants […]
Exercise and Medical Conditions: Understanding the Special Population
Special population includes people with conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, or specific injuries and specific situations like pregnancy, postpartum, seniors, etc. This group has different fitness and exercise needs from the rest of the population, due to the risk factors involved. This information is important not just for personal trainers but also for […]
For a head-to-toe detox, head to Kalari Kovilakom in Kerala
If you need a head-to-toe detox, you should head to the Kalari Kovilakom, an Ayurvedic retreat, in Kerala, India. Specific programmes such as anti aging, weight management, detoxification, stress management, are also offered. Kalari Kovilakom used to be the palace of the ancient Vengunad Kingdom in Kerala, but now serves as a resort/ retreat offering […]
Shocking: Researchers say Coke and Pepsi fund Health Groups to silence them
For some this may comes as a shock, while some may say that they always kew about this collusion; an Amercian study now reveals that Coke and Pepsi funded several Public Health Groups (during the period 2011 to 2015) to stop them from pushing for laws regulating soda. During the same period, the two beverage […]
Hot stone bath, Bhutanese wellness ritual that heals joint pains (and even your soul)
Hot stone bath is a Bhutanese wellness ritual that heals joint pains (and even your soul). Many believe that the ritual is a mix of Tibetan Kum Nye medicine and Indian Ayurveda. The stones release their minerals and the leaves in the water release their essential oils in the traditional DOTSHO or Bhutanese hot tub. […]
Scholarships for Fitness, Exercise, Sports and Wellness Studies
Dabur India Scholarships for Ayurveda Students It seems like after Yoga, Ayurveda is going to make a splash all over the world. Not only more people are keen to know about Ayurveda, Indian companies now want Indian students to deeply understand the ancient Indian science of medicine. Indian company Dabur has launched the AyurMedha scholarship, […]
Top health risks that India inc’s executives face
The salaries of top Indian corporate executive may have risen in the last few years, but so have working hours and work related injuries. Long hours in office and a sedentary lifestyle are affecting more and more executives, who are developing medical conditions at a much younger age. Here are the common health risks that […]
How to Design a Corporate Wellness Plan that actually works
There are many who see the benefits of having a workplace health promotion program (more commonly known as wellness program). But not many companies know how to implement one. There’s also lots of misconceptions about wellness programs, which means companies leaders choose options fairly blindly, doing their employees a disservice. Besides, some programs are more […]
Virtual Reality is thrilling but it can have dangerous effects on your health
Almost everybody around is gung-ho about Virtual Reality (VR) nowadays, its thrill and the potential it holds, but VR can also have a bad effect on your health. Anything that needs to be worn around your eyes for an immersive experience (VR or even 3D), does provide a better experience, but there are many who […]