Articles for Physical Health

Why later life can be a golden age for friendship
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Why later life can be a golden age for friendship

BBC  

Why later life can be a golden age for friendship Javier Hirschfeld/ BBC/ Getty Images Friendship can bring powerful benefits in later life, research suggests Our social goals change in surprising ways over our lifespan – and understanding this can help us build fulfilling connections with others, research suggests. For example, compared to younger adults, older adults generally have a …

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NASA astronaut Sunita Williams addresses health concerns from space
1 month, 4 weeks ago

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams addresses health concerns from space

India TV News  

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams has recently responded to rumours about her health aboard the International Space Station, which has been reassuring everyone that she is in good condition and dispelling claims of physical deterioration. Responding to health speculation In a video interview from the ISS, Williams directly addressed recent media speculation, with outlets like The Daily Mail and The New …

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Rachael Ray gives fans a health update after ‘slurring’ her words in Instagram video
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rachael Ray gives fans a health update after ‘slurring’ her words in Instagram video

The Independent  

Sign up to our free Living Well email for advice on living a happier, healthier and longer life Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. …

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The Positive Impact of Having a Pet Dog on Your Mental and Physical Health
3 months ago

The Positive Impact of Having a Pet Dog on Your Mental and Physical Health

Hindustan Times  

The article explores the health benefits and risks associated with pet ownership. It highlights the significant impact of dogs on mental and physical health, including lower risk of death, reduced risk of stroke, increased physical activity, and improved immune function. However, it also acknowledges the potential health risks, such as allergies, slips, trips, falls, and bites. The article emphasizes the …

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Book your next flight: New study reveals travelling slows down ageing
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Book your next flight: New study reveals travelling slows down ageing

India TV News  

Have you ever felt like time was moving too fast and that you were ageing at an alarming rate? The latest study published in the Journal of Travel Research has found that travelling can slow down ageing and lead to a longer, healthier life. The team found that travelling had beneficial effects on both physical and mental health, including promoting …

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Fitness campaign building healthy community
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Fitness campaign building healthy community

China Daily  

MA XUEJING/CHINA DAILY Chinese athletes have achieved historic breakthroughs in many disciplines at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, demonstrating the benefits of a physically healthy population thanks to the policy of encouraging people to play sports or do regular physical exercise. The national fitness campaign has helped improve the physical health of the Chinese people and encouraged an increasing number …

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Fitness campaign building healthy community
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Fitness campaign building healthy community

China Daily  

MA XUEJING/CHINA DAILY Chinese athletes have achieved historic breakthroughs in many disciplines at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, demonstrating the benefits of a physically healthy population thanks to the policy of encouraging people to play sports or do regular physical exercise. The national fitness campaign has helped improve the physical health of the Chinese people and encouraged an increasing number …

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Unravelling the complexity of ADHD
5 months, 1 week ago

Unravelling the complexity of ADHD

Firstpost  

Mental health conditions are complex, and rarely travel alone. Among the diversity of mental health conditions, one of the most diagnosed across age and gender is Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Public perception of mental health has experienced a shift in recent years, thanks in part to public figures, like Olympian gymnast Simone Biles, who stepped away from the 2021 Tokyo Olympics for …

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Nearly a quarter of adolescent girls face physical or sexual partner violence: WHO study
5 months, 1 week ago

Nearly a quarter of adolescent girls face physical or sexual partner violence: WHO study

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Nearly a quarter, or close to 19 million, of adolescent girls have experienced physical or sexual partner violence by the time they turn 20 years old, a World Health Organization study said. It showed that 24% of adolescent girls had been subjected to intimate partner violence at least once, with 16% reporting it in the past year. “Intimate …

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Self care with ayurveda
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Self care with ayurveda

New Indian Express  

Self-care is not complex to understand. Ayurveda says we have a physical body, sensory organs, the mind and self, which sometimes is referred to as ‘soul’. According to Ayurvedic researchers, the sub-optimal functional status of any of these components may lead to some disease in the near future. Hence, good health means an elevated state where one may experience the …

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Is the heatwave taking a toll on your mood? Here's what you can do
8 months, 1 week ago

Is the heatwave taking a toll on your mood? Here's what you can do

India TV News  

As the scorching heatwave continues to grip many parts of the world, there's no denying that it's taking a toll on our physical health. Here are some tips that may help: Stay hydrated: This may seem like an obvious one, but it's crucial to drink plenty of water during a heatwave. This will not only help you stay cool but …

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Samantha Ruth Prabhu on advocating mental health: My fan base is more interested in entertainment and fashion
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Samantha Ruth Prabhu on advocating mental health: My fan base is more interested in entertainment and fashion

Hindustan Times  

Ever since actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu shared her struggle with autoimmune disease Myositis in 2022, she has been open about her spiritual and holistic healing. Samantha Ruth Prabhu “I have a fan base that is probably more interested in entertainment, fashion, make-up. At this point, Samantha, who will next be seen in Citadel - Honey Bunny, also emphasises on the …

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Cultural Food Insecurity: How It Hurts Mental Health
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Cultural Food Insecurity: How It Hurts Mental Health

Huff Post  

THEPALMER via Getty Images Ripe guava fruits Fresh guavas and papayas. “Food should fill all of your well-being and make you feel whole and satiated in more ways than just satiating hunger.” - Kathrine Wright The USDA’s understanding of food insecurity neglects culturally appropriate foods. “By association, they’re going to experience higher rates of cultural food insecurity,” Wright said. “At …

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National Walk Your Dog Day: Wonderful benefits of walking your dog every day
10 months, 3 weeks ago

National Walk Your Dog Day: Wonderful benefits of walking your dog every day

Hindustan Times  

Establishing healthy routines for your pooch can go a long way in avoiding a series of health troubles. Walking with your pet companion every day is not just amazing for your health, but can also keep your little buddy healthy, happy and stress-free. From boosting happy hormones, easing stress to improving physical health, taking your dog for a walk can …

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Mental health emerges as a dividing line in abortion rights initiatives planned for state ballots
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Mental health emerges as a dividing line in abortion rights initiatives planned for state ballots

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — The weeks after Kaniya Harris found out she was pregnant were among the hardest in her life. “My mental health was at the lowest point it’s ever been in my life,” said Harris, who had an abortion last May. “It’s a devastating, regular reality for my patients,” she said, adding that she was grateful for the mental health …

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5 ways burnout impacts our physical health
11 months ago

5 ways burnout impacts our physical health

Hindustan Times  

The state of emotional, mental and physical exhaustion is referred to as burnout. "Burnout isn't just an emotional struggle; it often has a huge impact on your physical health too," wrote Therapist Carolyn Rubenstein. 5 ways burnout impacts our physical health Five ways by which burnout can impact our physical health: Immune system: Burnout is associated with chronic stress. Persistent …

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After COVID, world became acutely aware of mental health, says NIMHANS Director
11 months ago

After COVID, world became acutely aware of mental health, says NIMHANS Director

The Hindu  

Mental health has traditionally had a much lower priority than physical health. This is somewhat misplaced, as one in 10 persons has a diagnosable mental condition as estimated by the National Mental Health Survey, 2016, said Pratima Murthy, Director and Senior Professor of Psychiatry, National Institute of Mental Health & Neurosciences, Bengaluru. Addressing the 26th annual convocation of Dr. YSR …

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7 Signs You're Aging Well, According To Geriatricians
1 year ago

7 Signs You're Aging Well, According To Geriatricians

Huff Post  

MoMo Productions via Getty Images Aging well consists of three different buckets: physical health, emotional health and mental health. “So often, people don’t age well because they’re not upfront about what their needs are,” said Robyn Golden, the associate vice president of social work and community health at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. “Your body is always changing, it …

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How sports elevates academic performance and discipline
1 year, 1 month ago

How sports elevates academic performance and discipline

India Today  

In today's competitive world, the importance of sports education in schools cannot be overstated. Fostering talent and holistic development - The key benefits of an integrated sports curriculum in schools extend far beyond the physical realm. Impact on physical health - Integrating sports into the curriculum is an effective way to address the pressing issue of declining physical fitness amongst …

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Cardiologist on hidden causes of heart attack during physical activity, how to prevent it
1 year, 1 month ago

Cardiologist on hidden causes of heart attack during physical activity, how to prevent it

Hindustan Times  

Dhoom director Sanjay Gadhvi, 56, passed away today reportedly due to a heart attack while he was out for a morning walk. ⦁ Inactivity: A sedentary lifestyle, which is increasingly common due to technology use and urban living, can lead to poor cardiovascular conditioning, making sudden intense physical activity more straining on the heart. ⦁ Intense physical activity: While exercise …

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7 Signs You're Aging Well, According To Geriatricians
1 year, 3 months ago

7 Signs You're Aging Well, According To Geriatricians

Huff Post  

MoMo Productions via Getty Images Aging well consists of three different buckets: physical health, emotional health and mental health. “So often, people don’t age well because they’re not upfront about what their needs are,” said Robyn Golden, the associate vice president of social work and community health at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. “Your body is always changing, it …

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World Mental Health Day 2023: Impact Of Stress, Anxiety On Physical Health
1 year, 3 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2023: Impact Of Stress, Anxiety On Physical Health

ABP News  

In our fast-paced modern world, stress and anxiety have become a ubiquitous part of our daily lives. Impact Of Stress And Anxiety On Physical Health: Dr. Parth Nagda, who is a Consultant in Psychiatry at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital Navi Mumbai talked about the stress- response which is an ancient survival mechanism. Many forms of headache, chest pain and back …

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The Healing Art
1 year, 4 months ago

The Healing Art

Deccan Chronicle  

Celebrities like David Beckham, Manisha Koirala and Nargis Fakhri have embraced a 5,000-year-old Chinese practise for preserving mental and physical health – it’s called Qigong. By bringing our bodies back into harmony with Nature, Qigong practises activate the body’s internal self-healing mechanism,” says Sifu Shiv. It is a coordinated system of body posture and movement, breathing,and meditation used for health, …

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The Biden administration proposes new rules to push insurers to boost mental health coverage
1 year, 5 months ago

The Biden administration proposes new rules to push insurers to boost mental health coverage

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden on Tuesday announced that his administration is moving forward with new rules meant to push insurance companies to increase their coverage of mental health treatments. “We must fulfill the promise of true mental health parity for all Americans now.” The rules, if finalized, would force insurers to study patient outcomes to ensure mental health and …

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