One should have regular check-ups after the age of 35 (for males) and after the age of 30 (for females). These check-ups can be performed at reliable laboratories under the guidance of qualified pathologists.Heart Electrocardiograms (ECGs) sensitively record every beat of the heart and if it misses a beat, or a beat is irregular, then […]

In a sense, there are two different kinds of reading—reading for entertainment and reading for knowledge. The purpose of reading for entertainment is to immerse yourself in another world, sometimes one of fantasy, to escape from day-to-day living. You read to become emotionally involved, interested, and inspired. The purpose of reading for knowledge is to

Auditory and Tactile Imagery helps a lot to increase mental fitness and memory.Auditory ImageryPlay in your mind’s ear the following pieces of music. Hear the melody, the orchestra, and words, if any.Classical MusicRock MusicPop MusicSound TracksInner SoundsForm an image of each of the following sounds:five sounds heard in nature (rain, wind, waterfall)five sounds heard in

The following assortment of exercises is designed to improve the vividness and the controllability of your images.The Real ThingsVisualize each of the following items. If the images don’t appear as bright as you want, don’t try to force them into being. Instead, focus on the idea of seeing an image. Know that whatever you are

Imagery plays an important role in the mental lives of many people. Scientists use imagery to picture how molecules are linked together. Fashion designers use imagery to envision how a dress will hang. Theoretical physicists use imagery to model the abstract world of subatomic particles. Businessmen use imagery to chart the growth of markets. Chess

While some exercises work your left brain the analytic, logical part of your mind-others work your right brain—the intuitive, spectial part of your mind together, they give you a well-rounded mental workout. Exercise Style TipsHere are some rules of thumb to improve your exercise routine. TIP-1Change out of your mental street clothes. Leave your problems

Why are some people’s minds sharp, energetic and overflowing with creative ideas and other people’s intellects less than dazzling? There are two main reasons: the demands made by circumstances and the pull of mental habits. A stonemason doesn’t need to go to the gym to build up his arms. In the course of his work

A well balanced diet is crucial in preserving health and helping to reduce stress. Certain foods and drinks act as powerful stimulants to the body and hence, are a direct cause of stress. Stress affects the body’s ability to handle various kinds of foods because it causes a sudden constriction of the blood vessels. This

Avoid negative thoughts of powerlessness, dejection, failure and despair. Chronic stress makes us vulnerable to negative suggestion. Learn to focus on positives. Focus on your strengthLearn from the stress you are under.Look for opportunities in the stressful situation.Seek out the positive-make a change.Here is the way to get out of the destructive negative thinking habits.All

The breath which enters our body from without (outside) is called ‘Shwas’ or inhalation of air, and that which goes out from our body is called exhalation or ‘Prashawas’. Breath is the life force or vital force or, still better, the sustaining force of our body. Proper balance between inhalation, retention and exhalation forms the

Yoga is a science and art of healing which is helpful to keep away several disorders including stress, anxiety, headache.Shavasana or Sukhasana (Relaxation Pose)Method : Lie flat on the spine, letting the heels join each other. Keep toes apart, arms running alongside the body, fingers loosely joined and palms touching the ground. Let the upper

Homoeopathy is based on symptoms. Here you can find a similar medicine as your symptoms may be. ACONITE-30 (3 times)Great anxiety and fear; every ailment is accompanied by worry. Deleriurn is characterised by worry, fear, unhappiness, raving (but rarely is there unconsciousness). Fears death but also believes he would die quite soon. Forebodings and Fears.

Trend to blend Ayurvedic and Unani herbs and other ingredients, called traditional medicines, is fast catching up. Such herbs have stood the test not only of time but of people’s and pharmaceutical companies interest also. There is no harm in blending vitamins, minerals etc. with traditional herbs better in powder or extract from. India, China,

Side-effects and Precautions Side EffectsHypotension. depression, jaundice, (laboured) respiration of cardiac origin etc. Not suitable for infants, in pregnancy and lactation. In case of elderly people dose must be reduced. Do not use in epilepsy, Parkinsonism, contact skin sensitisation, cardiovascular disease.

Old age is enigma and a burden-some episode when one is not able to cope with elements of loneliness, deprivation and neglect. An old person is required to be looked after, cared and treated like a child. It is a stage of life when physical organs malfunction, digestion slows down, movements get limited and restricted,