Health & Fitness
Why hit the gym when you can dance? Zumba takes over Bangladesh
Imagine entering a room where vibrant Latin beats, Bollywood tunes, and Arabic rhythms create an electrifying atmosphere. As the music plays, the space transforms into a dynamic dance floor. This is not just any dance party, it’s a Zumba class! An exercise increasingly gaining popularity across Bangladesh.
Free classes, no flexibility required! A banker’s unlikely yoga mission
As the soft rays of the sun peek through the trees at Dhanmondi Lake, a group of women spread their yoga mats. Md Rokanuzzaman Tutul, their instructor, fusses over the arrangement of mats, ensuring ample space is available for effective movement. This is the usual scenario you may encounter if you happen to visit Dhanmondi Lake on a fine morning.
Feeling flu-ish? These foods will have you back on your feet in no time
A weakened immune system makes you more susceptible to colds and the flu, but with the right habits and dietary choices, you can bolster your defence. Adequate rest, reduced stress, and healthy meals play a crucial role in recovery.
Dhaka Flow’s grand opening: Finally, a place to heal your mind, body, and spirit
Dhaka Flow inaugurated its Health & Healing Studio on 7 September, 2024, in Banani, through a lively event, introducing a new hub for wellness that aims to address the physical, emotional, and spiritual health of its visitors.
Eat, sleep, move, repeat: The lazy person’s guide to cardiac health
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the idea of changing your lifestyle drastically for the sake of your cardiac health. However, the path to improved cardiac wellbeing is often made up of tiny, consistent steps.
Reiki: The ancient art of waving away your worries
The roots of Reiki trace back to Japan, but its branches have spread worldwide, touching the lives of many seeking holistic wellness.
Youth wellbeing: More than just a trendy hashtag
Physical wellbeing and mental wellbeing are inextricably linked. To empower our youth with the knowledge and skills needed to be healthy in mind, body and spirit, a systems approach must be adopted.
Monkeypox outbreak: Just when you thought it was safe to go outside
Here’s all you need to know about Monkeypox, from its effects to ways in which you and your family can stay safe and happy.
Health benefits of citrus fruits
Regarded as a nutritional powerhouse, citrus fruits are a rich source of vitamins and minerals. It includes a variety of healthy ingredients, including vitamin C, an antioxidant that guards against cell damage.
Can exercise help battle depression in children?
Emerging as an unsung hero in battling depression, exercise has been known to work wonders in preventing mental health troubles in young people.
The effects of sunlight on skin health and beauty
Although sun exposure can cause skin damage, accelerated ageing, and even skin cancer, these risks can be mitigated by using common sun safety measures. Sun rays can be beneficial for the skin as it helps in the synthesis of vitamin D and aid in the treatment of jaundice, and skin diseases like psoriasis, acne, and eczema. So, this time, allow yourself to glow with pride in stride as we discover some amazing benefits of the sun for skin health and beauty.
World Cancer Day-2023: A Journey to “Close the Care Gap”
. To battle cancer and the fear it brings with the name, World Cancer Day is observed every year on the 4 February.
Beauty sleep and its benefits for your skin
Women want flawless skin. A beautiful skin texture may go a long way in helping women radiate pride and gain more self-confidence. Be it a 10-step skincare routine or a crowded bathroom counter, we can go to great lengths to ensure that our skins look best first thing in the morning. Here we present some simple reasons why improving the skin-sleep relationship is beneficial for the perfect skin.
The rainbow diet: Health benefits of coloured fruits and vegetables
From white, the brightest orange, to the deepest purple — make your meals and snacks as colourful as possible. Each colour provides unique health benefits and no one colour is superior to another, which is why a balance of all colours is most important. The ultimate goal of a ‘rainbow diet’ is to add 30 plus different colourful fruits and vegetables to your meals every week. Just plan for one colourful plant-based food at every meal and instead of rich, sugary treats after the meals or for between-meal snacks, use fresh fruits to satisfy the sweet tooth. Read on to learn more about the health benefits of coloured fruits and vegetables.
How to not be SAD
Some people with SAD may experience symptoms in the summer but feel better in the winter. If you are one of them and feeling down after the holiday season, here are some tips for getting over your post-December depression.
Tips to treat psoriasis this winter
Psoriasis is a skin condition that may flare up quite a bit during winter because of reduced sunlight and UV rays during this period. Sunlight contains UV rays, which can penetrate the skin and slow the formation of skin cells. Patches of thick, scaly skin develop as a result of the autoimmune disease. A person might feel itchy, uncomfortable, and painful. But the good news is, there are a number of ways to treat the illness throughout the winter.
Healthy habits for skin care during winter
Winter can be a tough season on your skin, with dry, cold air stripping it of moisture and leaving it feeling dry and irritated. Here are some healthy habits to follow that can help keep your skin healthy and glowing all winter.
Tips to cure dandruff this winter
Many of us wait all year for the winter to arrive. No more humid weather, mouth-watering pithas, fun winter clothes and so many more reasons to love the season. However, no one enjoys the dry weather that causes dandruff. The itchy scalp, and dandruff showing through the hair can cause quite a few embarrassing moments for all. To save you from all the trouble, here are some easy ways to deal with dandruff this winter.