Health & Fitness
Facing a heart attack when alone? Here’s your survival guide
The natural response to a heart attack in a crowded public place would be to cry out for help. But what if you are home alone and have a heart attack? Well, here are some things you should do.
Want to be stronger, smarter, and safer? Try kickboxing
To explore the benefits of kickboxing and the reason for its growing popularity in Bangladesh, we recently spoke with Minhaz Remo – a certified strength and sports nutrition coach, a 2nd-degree black belt in ITF Taekwondo, and the Founder and Head Coach at Functional Performance.
Frequent bathroom breaks? It’s not just the coffee, it might be diabetes
Diabetes is one of those health conditions that often sneaks up on you silently. Many people can have early symptoms without realising what is going on. Picking the signs early can help you manage blood sugar levels and potentially delay or even prevent it from progressing into full-blown diabetes.
The good, the bad, and the sour truth about apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar offers real benefits, like aiding digestion, managing blood sugar, and supporting weight loss, but beware of exaggerated claims. It’s not a miracle detox, nor a teeth whitener—just a healthy addition when used wisely.
Sick of pills? Try baking soda for these 5 health problems
We all know that baking soda makes cakes, breads, muffins, and cookies light and fluffy. Yet, this ingredient has many other uses beyond cooking. It has potential medicinal properties and may help with a variety of ailments. So, keep reading because we are going to share with you some great health benefits of baking soda!
How to trick your body into being a morning person (yes, it’s possible!)
Waking up early is a boon for morning people, giving them extra hours in the day to get things done and more. This does not necessarily come easy to everyone, especially those whose energy levels peak towards the end of the day, rather than in the beginning.
Yoga, dance moves, and a healthier mind: Sonia Hossain’s wellness secrets
Sonia Hossain, dancer and Zumba instructor, transformed her love of movement into a wellness journey blending dance, yoga, and mental health. She encourages people of all ages to embrace dance for physical and emotional well-being.
Panic attack or just really stressed? Knowing when it’s more than just ‘stress'
Panic attacks are intense episodes of fear or discomfort that can strike without warning, often leaving people feeling overwhelmed and out of control. Unlike “panic”, which we usually feel when something is making us anxious, panic attacks come on abruptly, peaking within minutes.
An ideal workout
Going to the gym is not the only way to get fit and healthy as a home workout is just as great and effective. The busy work life,
All you need to know about vitamin D
Vitamin D deficiency has been on the rise in recent times across all age groups. Even in a country like ours with a fairly warm weather, people are struggling to keep their ‘sunshine vitamin’ levels up. While it may be shocking at first, a little research makes it understandable.
Quit smoking with these convenient apps
Numerous people embark on the journey of giving up smoking for good—yet unfortunately, many fail due to the lack of motivation and effective aid. So, to make this process easier and successful, various apps can be your trusted allies and guides.
Breaking the cycle
Society as a whole tends to shun things that are unknown to them. Something different is often perceived as threatening. As a result, we try to minimise that threat by invalidating it, or brushing it off.
Winter Workout Tips
Here are some tips to get your blood pumping and yourself motivated for working out in winter.
BTS: Unorthodox advocates of self-love and mental health
Bangtan Sonyeondan (Korean for Bulletproof Boy Scouts), more commonly known as BTS (Behind the Scene), is undoubtedly a household name amongst the young generation.
Impact of COVID-19 on mental health and it’s aftereffects on young minds
With the introduction of online schooling, screen time skyrocketed. Limited scope of interactions in classes have made classes
Self-care is not selfish
Self-care often takes a backseat in our lives. However, nurturing our own body, mind, and soul is imperative to living a more satisfied and successful life. Therefore, leave behind all feelings of guilt and take some time to focus on yourself and only yourself, if not every day, then at least a few times a week.
Tips for sound sleep
Your sleep needs vary widely — total hours required, optimal bedtimes, and ideal wakeup times, these are all dictated by an individual’s physiology, genetics, exercise levels, diet, and age group.
Why paracetamol isn’t the cure to all your health problems
Paracetamol is not a cure. Don't treat it like one.