Fish eating prevents asthma

Babies who first ate fish between the ages of six months and one year have a lower risk of developing asthma later on than babies who ate fish before six months or after their first birthdays. These findings are based on more than 7,000 children in the Netherlands and support previous studies that showed early exposure to certain fatty acids in fish protects against the development of asthma.

“Introduction of fish between six and 12 months but not fish consumption afterward is associated with a lower prevalence of wheezing,” wrote lead author Jessica Kiefte-de Jong, at the Erasmus Medical Centre in Rotterdam in the journal Pediatrics.

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Hindustan Times – Wellness

18/11/2012

Singing to your Unborn child is good

Grand moms have been saying this since generations, now even scientists have proved that singing to the baby bump can help would-be mums relax by releasing the ‘happy hormone’ called serotonin. It also helps mothers form a special bond with their unborn child as it helps the baby recognize the mother’s voice.

Researchers claim singing increase levels of endorphins and serotonin. Using those techniques to breathe deeply and slowly in labour can calm your muscles and body. A baby’s hearing  develops  very early in pregnancy, and one can use the same songs when the baby is born. If they’re upset or agitated they will be calmed by songs they recognize.

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Hindustan Times – Wellness

25/11/2012

Happy Youngsters become wealthy adults

Happy Youngsters become wealthy adults

Happiness is the best investment for your child’s future, as a new study has found that happy youngsters grow up to be wealthy adults. The first in-depth investigation of whether youthful happiness leads to greater wealth in later life shows, even allowing for other influences , happy adolescents are likely to earn more as adults.

They are more likely to get a degree, find work and are promoted quicker than their gloomy counterparts. Meditation too had a good effect on people feeling happier.

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Hindustan Times- Wellness,

25/11/2012

Asparagus helps control diabetes

Asparagus could be a powerful new culinary weapon in the fight against diabetes, with regular intake keeping blood sugar levels under control and boosting the production of insulin – the hormone that helps it to absorb glucose.

The results, published in the British Journal of Nutrition , showed that low levels of asparagus suppress blood sugar levels but do not Improve insulin output. In high doses, however, the vegetable had a significant effect on insulin production by the pancreas, the organ which releases the hormone into the bloodstream.

The findings support earlier studies showing that asparagus increases the glucose uptake by 80%.

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Hindustan Times- Wellness

28/11/2012

Children who swim become smarter sooner

Children who learn how to swim at a young age reach many developmental milestones earlier than the norm, irrespective of their socio – economic background. Many of these skills, which include puzzles, reading and counting, help them make the transition from playschool to formal learning.

Swimmers also have better visual-motor skills such as cutting paper, colouring in and drawing lines and shapes, and mathematical tasks. They also speak and express themselves better.

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Hindustan Times- Wellness

25/11/2012

Take Care of Your Knees

Rising obesity, internet over use and desk based jobs across age groups is triggering an epidemic of painful knees, with people over the age of 55 suffering the most,. A UK study found one in four of the 1,600 workers aged 16 to 65 surveyed said they have been living with pain for up to two years. One in 10 people surveyed said they were in constant pain.

A sedentary lifestyle has led to a huge surge in people with knee pain, with obesity adding to the problem.

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Hindustan Times- Wellness

25/11/2012

About the Benefits of Exercise

Before Exercise : Check your blood sugar before your workout. Before jumping into a fitness program, get  your doctor’s approval to exercise – especially if you’ve been inactive. Discuss with your doctor the activities you’re contemplating and the best time to exercise, as well as the potential impact of medications on your blood sugar as you become more active.

For the best health benefits, experts recommend 150 minutes a week of moderately intense physical activities such as :

Fast Walking

Lap Swimming

Bicycling

 If you’re taking insulin or medications that can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), test your blood sugar 30 minutes before exercising and again immediately before exercising. This will help you determine if your blood sugar level is stable, rising or falling and if it’s safe to exercise.

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The Times of India,

28/11/2012