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• BE MINDFUL Relax your body by practicing breathing exercises such as stretching, meditating, or engaging in mindful movements. Mindful movements include slow, intentional activity such as walking, yoga, or exercise. Practice simple mindfulness techniques, such as a breathing exercise – for example, a technique called “4-7-8.” This technique involves sitting comfortably with good posture and counting with the “in breath” to four, holding your breath to a count of seven, and exhaling to a count of eight. Do this four times and breathe normally, practicing as needed. Mindfulness has been found to help relieve anxiety, depression, and stress during pregnancy. Research also suggests that mi...

Strokes are serious and can be deadly. Being familiar with the signs of stroke and responding quickly can save your older adult’s life or reduce their chance of developing major disabilities. What is a stroke? Think of a stroke as a “brain attack.” It happens when blood flow to an area of the brain is cut off. That deprives brain cells of oxygen and those cells begin to die. When brain cells die during a stroke, abilities controlled by that area of the brain are lost, like memory and muscle control. F.A.S.T. is a shortcut to remember signs of stroke Use these initials to remember the key signs of stroke and how to respond. F = Face drooping on one side. Ask your older adult to smile...

Working out an hour a day without distractions is a good way to release mood-boosting endorphins that help boost motivation A regular exercise regime is essential for maintaining our physical and mental health. However, it is very common for people to feel a short burst of motivation where they start working out and eating healthy, only to fall off track shortly after. With a few simple tricks, however, staying consistent can actually be a lot easier than you may think. CREATE A PLAN If you don't know what you are doing, you are more likely to stop doing it. Plan what you are doing each day - whether it that means deciding which body part you are training or what group class you are atten...

If you are planning to quit your exercise routine during Ramadan, think again. Experts are of the opinion that exercise and fasting can go together. We bring you some tips on how to maintain your workout plans while you fast during the holy month. EXERCISE AND FASTING. For those who have been reluctant to exercise during Ramadan, the news is it's completely healthy to work out while you fast. Exercising and fasting can go together without causing any harm to the body. According to Dr. Javaid Shah, Physician Specialist in Dubai, exercise while fasting may actually keep our brain, neuro-motors and muscle fibers biologically young. "When we exercise during fasting, it essentially forces our bo...

If you're in your 20s, 30s or 40s, you might believe you have plenty of time before you need to start thinking about your heart health and your chances of having a heart attack. But new research shows that heart attacks – often associated with older men – are increasingly occurring in younger people, especially women. Researchers studied more than 28,000 people hospitalized for heart attacks from 1995 to 2014, and they found that the rate of heart attacks in patients ages 35 to 54 has increased from 27 percent to 32 percent. Taking care of your heart in your 20s, 30s and 40s not only protects you and your heart now, it also helps you ensure a longer, healthier future. Here's what you need...

خبرني - كشفت دراسة جديدة، أن بعض الأنشطة الترفيهية المحفزة فكريا تقلل من خطر الإصابة بالخرف، ولكن هذه الأنشطة تختلف بين الرجال والنساء. وفي الدراسة التي أجراها باحثو جامعة لندن، درس الباحثون بيانات 8000 متطوع فوق سن الـ 50، وتتبعوا حالتهم لمدة 15 عاما. ووجد الباحثون أن قراءة النساء للصحف بانتظام تجعلهن أقل عرضة لخطر الإصابة بالخرف بنسبة 35% من اللاتي لا يمارسن هذه العادة. ووفقا لصحيفة ”ديلي ميل“ البريطانية، كان الرجال أقل عرضة لخطر الإصابة بالخرف بنسبة 36% عندما يستخدمون الهاتف المحمول بانتظام، في حين لم يمنح نفس النشاط النساء أي حماية. وكشف التحليل أن الأشخاص المتزوجين الذين يشاركون في هواية ما، أقل عرضة بنسبة 30% للإصابة بالخرف. وقالت المؤلفة الأولى للدراسة باميلا ألميدا- ميزا، وهي طالبة...

Abu Dhabi: UAE residents who have received the COVID-19 vaccine must still continue to abide by COVID-19 precautions in order to protect themselves as well as other vulnerable community members, top health officials have urged. Measures like mask wearing, handwashing and social distancing ensure that those who get vaccinated do not contract mild or asymptomatic COVID-19. They also ensure that vaccinated people do not contract the virus and pass it on to others who have not yet received the vaccine. “Following precautionary measures … is as important today as it was at the very start of this pandemic. There is still a risk that vaccinated members of the community contract the virus without...

It is enviable how some people can't seem to gain weight without having to watch their diet, while others constantly struggle with their weight issues despite putting a lot of effort to cut down calories and exercising. This can be boiled down to good genes with a high metabolism, although experts say nutritional and behavioral factors could play a part to stave off the extra pounds. It is crucial to rule out underlying medical conditions such as hyperthyroidism and celiac disease, a severe condition of intolerance towards gluten, if you are constantly underweight despite consuming enough calories. Why some people find it easier to control their weight? Our tendency to gain or maintain w...

Experts welcomed the research, but cautioned that more study was needed before drawing hard and fast conclusions. Covid-19 may damage sperm quality and reduce fertility in men, according to a new study based on experimental evidence. The viral disease — which has swept the globe, claiming nearly 2.2 million lives — can cause increased sperm cell death, inflammation and so-called oxidative stress, researchers reported on Friday in the journal Reproduction. “These findings provide the first direct experimental evidence that the male reproductive system could be targeted and damaged by Covid-19,” the authors concluded. Experts commenting on the research, however, said the capacity of the vi...

Understanding the key to pre-workout meals Good nutrition and timing your meals is everything Few things are worse than working out or competing on an empty stomach, with your mind on food than fitness. Any kind of workout must be combined with a healthy nutrition plan, as what you eat can affect your performance and post-routine rate of recovery. Fueling your body with the right nutrients prior to exercise, therefore, will give you the energy and strength you need to perform better. When it comes to pre-workout meals, carbohydrates are the main component, as they are stored in the muscles and liver as a reserve source of energy called glycogen. They act as a quick source of fuel to our b...