Nutritional intake plays a significant role in achieving optimal skin health and in an interview with Zarafshan Shiraz of HT Lifestyle, Dr Charu Sharma, Co-Founder and Director of Dermatology at Cureskin, shared an overview of key dietary strategies for skin health and radiance -
In today's fast-paced world, a large number of children and families lead hectic lives that make it challenging to enjoy home-cooked meals regularly and as a result, many kids rely heavily on convenient takeout options, which may not always be the healthiest choice. Poor dietary habits can have negative effects on the child's health hence, encouraging nutritious eating habits in children improves energy levels, boosts cognitive function, promotes emotional stability, supports weight management and reduces depression and anxiety. In an interview with Zarafshan Shiraz of HT Lifestyle, Dr Atul Palwe, Consultant Paediatrician and Neonatologist at Motherhood Hospital in Pune's Lullanagar, shared how healthy eating habits prevent many chronic diseases such as obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes in later life and that’s why it’s essential to inculcate healthy habits in children. He suggested some foolproof tips for healthy eating -
Ensuring sufficient zinc intake is important for various groups, including pregnant and breastfeeding women, growing children, vegetarians, and individuals with certain health conditions. Here's why these populations require extra attention to meet their zinc needs. "Zinc is a powerhouse nutrient crucial for various bodily functions. Here are 6 groups who often need to pay extra attention to their zinc intake," says Nutritionist Bhakti Arora Kapoor.
The thyroid gland is essential in producing hormones for metabolism, growth and development. Omega-3 fatty acids come with multiple health benefits, including the functioning of the thyroid gland. "Omega-3 fatty acids, commonly found in fish oil and certain plant oils, are essential nutrients that play a crucial role in overall health, including the functioning of the thyroid gland," wrote Naturopathic Doctor Corina Dunlap. Here are a few health benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids.
Thyroid health heavily depends on the diet we consume and the lifestyle we lead. It is extremely important to have a diet loaded with thyroid supporting nutrients to ensure that thyroid health is maintained. Naturopathic Doctor Corina Dunlap noted down a few nutrients that should be added to the daily diet.
Beans are known for their varied health benefits. Even though they differ in size and colour, the variety of beans surprisingly share similar benefits, and they are manifold in nature. Speaking of the same, Nutritionist Anjali Mukerjee added, “Despite differences in shapes, sizes, colours, textures and flavours, beans are surprisingly similar in nutrient composition and health quotient. From heart health to immune boosting, beans are a powerhouse of vital nutrients.”
