The basic Tai Chi movement enables simultaneous stimulation of all body organs including kidneys, liver, heart and spleen. The movement appeals to starting practitioners who want straightforward energising exercises. Stand with your feet apart, while gently bouncing your knees to create soft body movements. Let your arms swing naturally and lightly tap your sides, chest,…
By now, we all know and have practiced the remedies that cure heart, lung, or liver ailments, but often overlooked, the lymphatic system plays a crucial role in maintaining health by removing toxins, balancing our body fluids, and aiding immunity. Well, unlike our heart, our lymphatic system has no central pump, so evidently it relies…
While longevity is not always linear and can be dependent heavily on genetic and environmental factors, the fact of the matter is that we can definitely increase our lifespan, if we follow some basic tips. These tips work for everyone regardless of age, and can be done anywhere and anytime!Secret to longevityIn a video posted…
Bruises and aches are usually dismissed as minor health issues. A sudden bruise on the arm might be explained away as bumping into something, while shoulder pain is often blamed on posture or overexertion. However, when these symptoms appear without a clear cause or persist for a long time, they may indicate something more serious—such…
Researchers at the University of Edinburgh discovered that listening to music while running can help combat mental fatigue and improve performance. The study revealed that runners who listened to their preferred music after mental exertion performed similarly to when they were not fatigued. Let’s just face it. You might be a fitness enthusiast, but there…
With a staggering 541 million individuals globally affected by pre-diabetes in 2021, projections estimate a rise to 730 million by 2045. Early detection through recognizing symptoms like increased thirst, darkened skin, fatigue, blurred vision, and numbness is crucial. Lifestyle adjustments can prevent progression to type 2 diabetes and mitigate potential damage to vital organs. About…
Basil, or as called in Ayurveda, the elixir of life. This potent ingredient has long been associated with supporting the body against a variety of ailments, especially those linked to stress and imbalance. Scientifically known as Ocimum tenuiflorum, it has recently been studied for its impressive ability to lower cortisol levels in the body, which…
The hip flexor stretch is an effective exercise to counteract the tightness that is caused by prolonged sitting (especially in a desk job). To do this, one needs to kneel on the floor, one knee down and other planted in front, to create a 90-degree angle with the legs. Make sure, while in this position,…
Talk less, parent smarter: 5 ways to help kids navigate big feelings without lecturing (Image: TOI) Children are emotional sponges and they learn more from what they see than from what they hear us say. While we often call our children “to calm down”, our own actions during stressful moments are the most powerful lessons…
Neuroscientist Emily McDonald reveals that individual color perception is unique due to genetic variations, eye color, and personal experiences. A study by the University of Tokyo and Monash University supports this, finding that color-neurotypical individuals perceive red similarly, while colorblind individuals experience it differently. This highlights the subjective nature of color perception. When your mum…
