6 surprising reasons you have a low immunity

Millions of people were infected in the course of Covid-19 pandemic which still continues to affect our lives in many ways. While some people reported severe symptoms, some got infected multiple times, there are others who did not get infected at all or had mild symptoms. If you feel you suffer from high stress levels most of the days, almost always have a cold, have frequent tummy troubles, feel exhausted all the time and fall ill frequently, these are the signs of low immunity.

Adenoiditis: Causes, who is at risk, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, side effects, treatment

Adenoiditis is a type of condition wherein the adenoids (tissue behind the nose and above the throat) gets inflamed and it is common among children and leads to problems like snoring, mouth breathing, recurrent ear infections, decreased hearing, difficulty in breathing, cracked lips, runny nose and bad breath. Adenoiditis occurs when there is inflammation of the adenoid tissue resulting from infection, allergies or irritation from stomach acid as a component of laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR).

Key points to keep in mind to fix the pressure of being perfect

A very frequent urge, especially among millennials, is that of being perfect and perfectionism can sometimes show up in littlest of our actions like revising PPT drafts over and over before getting the final approval. When these high self-expectations are left unchecked or incomplete, it can lead to multiple negative spill overs in your professional and personal life.

Can you get Covid and H3N2 influenza at the same time? How it affects symptoms

It's the season of respiratory diseases in India and after around 451 cases of H3N2 cases and couple of deaths due to the influenza virus, mild cases of Covid-19 too have been detected in the country which calls for stronger measures around prevention and need for vaccination for both the dreaded diseases. Both Covid and H3N2 are respiratory viral diseases and share many symptoms, but is it possible to get infected by both? If yes, how will it change the symptoms?

Why pistachio is the best nut for sound sleep as per Ayurveda; know all benefits

Sleep problems are becoming common in modern times due to unhealthy lifestyle choices and poor sleep hygiene. Taking gadgets to bed, eating heavy dinner and not having a proper wind down schedule can affect quality of sleep. However, lack of certain nutrients can also lead to sleep problems. Some evidence suggests that an inadequate intake of nutrients, such as vitamins A, C, D, E, and K, calcium, and magnesium, is linked to sleep trouble.

Chaitra Navratri 2023 Day 2: Who is Maa Brahmacharini? Puja vidhi, muhurat, significance and mantra

After Kushmanda formed, Goddess Parvati took birth at the home of Daksha Prajapati. In this form, Goddess Parvati was a great Sati, and her unmarried form is worshipped as Goddess Brahmacharini. She walks barefoot, wears white garb, and carries a Jap Mala (a Rudraksh rosary) in her right hand and Kamandal (a water utensil) in her left. Know more details inside.

Chaitra Navratri Day 3: Who is Maa Chandraghanta? Puja vidhi, muhurat, significance and mantra

Chaitra Navratri: According to Drik Panchang, the tritiya tithi on the third day of Chaitra navratri starts from 06:20 PM on March 23 and ends at 04:59 PM on March 24. This is considered the most auspicious time to perform the puja for Maa Chandraghanta. The deity is worshipped by offering kheer as a bhog. It is believed that Maa Chandraghanta blesses the devotees with grace, courage and strength.

Hong Kong most expensive location in Asia for business travel, Singapore second

In spite of depressed demand for business travel to Hong Kong in 2022, it remained the most expensive location in the region and was the 16th most expensive location globally, according to ECA International. Globally, New York remains the most expensive location in the world for business travel.

Kuwait, India mull increasing carriers capacity limit from 12,000 seats per week

India and Kuwait are in conversation with each other to increase limit of 12,000 seats per week for carriers of the two countries, said Kuwait's Jazeera Airways CEO Rohit Ramachandran.

Happy Gudi Padwa 2023: Check out these 3 healthy recipes for Samvatsara Padvo

Gudi Padwa or the Marathi New Year is also popularly known as Samvatsara Padvo and is celebrated as the first day of Chaitra Navratri in North India or as Ugadi in Andhra Pradesh. This year it will be celebrated on March 22, 2023 that falls on the first day of the Chaitra month of the Hindu calendar.

Celebrating Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the free-thinker

It was said Mozart lacked respect for authority and that this made it hard for him to find a position as a court musician. So it may well have been against his own desires that he became one of the first composers of his generation to work independently of a court. A free spirit, who blazed his own musical trail and defied social conventions.

Signs that your communication style is just right

To have clear communication in a relationship, it is important to have an understanding nature, be open to the perspective of others and be a good listener. Psychotherapist Elizabeth Earnshaw addressed the importance of good communication in relationships and spoke of the signs that can denote that the communication pattern is correct and healthy. Here are the signs noted down by the expert.

Chaitra Navratri 2023: Tips to keep acidity, constipation at bay while fasting

The nine-days of fasting has begun with Navratri today (March 22, 2023). Maa Durga devotees follow a restricted diet during their fast and avoid regular salt, wheat, rice and many other foods and only take falahaari diet. Fasting during Navratri has incredible benefits for your body and mind. Not only it helps detox the liver but also cut down stored fat which can help in weight loss. However, eating deep-fried foods or not including enough fibre or probiotics in your diet can reverse the benefits and lead to gut issues like acidity and constipation. Eating citrus fruits on empty stomach can lead to acidity while not having enough water or hydrating foods can lead to constipation.

Cheti Chand 2023: Date, history, significance, Jhulelal Jayanti wishes to celebrate Sindhi New Year

The Sindhis celebrate Cheti Chand by praying to the God of water to protect them from forced conversions. The festival is marked by observing a fast, making offerings, and praying to the God of water. People worship near water bodies, such as rivers, lakes, and ponds by lighting Jyot Jagan (a diya made of wheat flour with five wicks) and taking Behrana Sahib, an offering consisting of an oil diya, cardamom, sugar, fruits, and Akho. Read more inside.

Diet and exercise are not enough to tackle childhood obesity

The study stated that even though eating healthy and exercising every day are parts of tackling childhood obesity, the problems are larger than that. Here's what you need to know.

Cancer recurrence can be avoided with physical activity: Study

According to the study, it was noted that physical activity has been successful in delaying as well as preventing cancer recurrence in patients previously treated for colon cancer.