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The Red Cross Mela would be organised at Nehru Stadium Ropar on February 8 and 9,

Posted on Friday, 1 February 2013 by Punjabi Articles


The Red Cross Mela would be organised at Nehru Stadium Ropar on February 8 and 9, disclosed Ropar Deputy Commissioner-cum-chairman District Red Cross Society Pardeep Kumar Aggarwal while presiding over the meeting of the concerned officials here today.

Deputy Commissioner said that as many as 40 stalls, including trade and eatable stalls , would be set up during the Mela.

He said that  various competitions for school children would be organised on the occasion .Besides this a Healthy Baby Show would also be organised during the Mela.

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DRINK BEER FOR A HEALTHY HEART -Health

Posted on Tuesday, 9 October 2012 by Punjabi Articles

The findings are based on a meta-analysis of several different studies conducted worldwide from over 200,000 people's drinking habits, conducted by Italy's Fondazione di Ricerca e Cura. It showed that moderate consumption of beer decreases drinkers' risk of heart disease by 31 per cent, just as much as moderate consumption of wine.

Published online by the European Journal of Epidemiology, the study gives beer drinkers a chance to level the scores with oenophiles who have occasionally slammed the drinking habits of beer lovers.

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Heart ailments affecting the young -World Heart Day

Posted on Saturday, 29 September 2012 by Punjabi Articles


As changing lifestyle takes its toll, healthy living only way to prevent it

Heart ailments are striking at an early age in the land known to guzzle dairy products and alcohol with equal zest. People as young as 28 years of age have suffered cardiac arrest and undergone surgery for heart diseases.

Men are at higher risk of suffering from cardiac arrest than women of the same age-group. "This is because until menopause sets in, most women do not suffer from any heart problem," said cardiologist Dr Gursewak Singh Gill.

Dr RK Jindal added that in the pre-menopausal phase, ovarian hormones are known to have some protective mechanism against the occurrence of blockages in the heart, thereby protecting the young women from heart ailments.

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Why Govt hospitals not admitting HIV+ mothers- Chandigarh

Posted on Friday, 28 September 2012 by Punjabi Articles



Despite clear orders from the government to handle all cases of HIV positive mothers, government hospitals have been found to be “insensitive towards them”.

Many HIV positive mothers, who were denied admission to government hospitals during the delivery of their child, have complained to the Punjab State AIDS Control Society.

An official communication from the desk of the project director of the society, Raji P Shrivastava, said, “The office is receiving complaints from HIV positive pregnant women, who have been refused delivery services by the hospital staff and were being treated disrespectfully. Moreover, the status of pregnant women is being made public, which is against the national guidelines to maintain confidentiality of HIV positive persons.”

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Biting fact: 94 dengue cases so far

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The number of dengue and swine flu cases has been on the rise in various districts of the state. Ludhiana district has witnessed maximum number of cases, although the number is lower than the last year.

The state has witnessed two deaths due to swine flu and three due to dengue this year. While both patients suffering from swine flu were from Ludhiana, those who lost their lives to dengue belonged to Kapurthala, Sangrur and Muktsar.

Dr Dipak Bhatia, project programme officer and project coordinator, Integrated Disease Surveillance Project, Punjab, said: “The state received its first swine flu patient in 2009 from Jalandhar. But cases are now being reported from almost all districts, particularly Jalandhar and Ludhiana. We are taking preventive measures and have issued instructions to the civil surgeons of all districts to send the samples for testing to the Virology Laboratory at the PGI, Chandigarh. These tests can also be conducted at the National Centre for Disease Control, Delhi, and Religare Laboratory.

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PEOPLE MORE LIKELY TO EAT FRUITS WITHIN REACH

Posted on Wednesday, 2 May 2012 by Punjabi Articles


Want to stay healthy - then place fruits in a clear bowl within arm’s reach, so that you could help yourself whenever you felt the urge to eat.

The new study says that when fruits are within reach, people are more likely to eat them. Greater visibility of fruit increases their intake, but the same does not hold true for vegetables.

Researchers Gregory J. Privitera and Heather E. Creary, both from St. Bonaventure University, Olean, U.S., tested a total of 96 college students by placing apple slices and carrot cuts in either clear or opaque bowls at a table close at arms’ length or at a table two metres away.


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Top foods that keep you young

Posted on Monday, 30 April 2012 by Punjabi Articles

Green tea: 


There is no end to the benefits of this super drink; green tea boasts a wealth of benefits that earns it the top spot in our anti-aging food list. Green tea is believed to help regulate blood pressure, lower blood sugar, boost the immune system, lower cholesterol and studies have even shown that green tea can be effective at preventing cancer. That's as close to the elixir of life as you can get

Leafy greens:

Whilst eating spinach won't be enough to turn you into Popeye, it's certainly excellent for boosting the body's immunity from illness. Spinach and other leafy foods like kale and collard are high in folate which is vital in preventing DNA and blood vessel damage.

Dark chocolate: 

Who would have thought this sweet treat would feature in an anti-aging list, but the good news is chocolate can help fight against some signs of aging due to its cocoa content. 

Soy products: 

Like fish, soy products such as tofu are also a great alternative source of protein than red meat or even dairy, since they have little or no saturated fat. A diet that's low in saturated fat will reduce your risk of developing heart disease and lower blood pressure.

Yogurt: 

Judging from their frequently bad press, you might assume that all forms of bacteria are out to get you. Thankfully, this couldn't be further from the truth. 

Dark chocolate: 

Who would have thought this sweet treat would feature in an anti-aging list, but the good news is chocolate can help fight against some signs of aging due to its cocoa content. Cocoa is rich in a group of antioxidants called Flavinoids which help preserve healthy function of the blood vessels. And healthy youthful circulatory system lowers risk of high blood pressure, type II diabetes, kidney disease and dementia. Don't go ...more 

Red wine

A glass of red wine adds up a good dose of anti-aging elements including polyphenol antioxidants, minerals, and resveratrol. Resveratrol which helps to increase 'good cholesterol.

Water:

Few people — whether active or not — drink sufficient water, and side effects of even slight dehydration include headaches, fatigue and low concentration levels.

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AN EGG A DAY KEEPS OUR HEART FIT

Posted on Saturday, 28 April 2012 by Punjabi Articles


While eggs are well known to be an excellent source of proteins, lipids, vitamins and minerals, researchers at the University of Alberta recently discovered they also contain antioxidant properties, which helps in the prevention of cardiovascular disease and cancer.

 Jianping Wu, Andreas Schieber and graduate students Chamila Nimalaratne and Daise Lopes-Lutz of the U of A Department of Agricultural Food and Nutritional Science examined egg yolks produced by hens fed typical diets of either primarily wheat or corn. They found the yolks contained two amino acids, tryptophan and tyrosine, which have high antioxidant properties.

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Families that 'eat together may be healthiest'

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Researchers have shed light on the growing scientific evidence that fewer family meals may translate to increased obesity risk and poor nutritional status, particularly among children.
Over 40 percent of the typical American food budget is spent on eating out, with family meals often being relegated to holidays and special occasions.
Aside from negative effects on the family budget, eating out has been shown to be generally associated with poor food choices and bad health.


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WALKING MAY HELP TREAT DEPRESSION

Posted on Friday, 20 April 2012 by Punjabi Articles


Taking a brisk walk could play an important role in fighting depression, according to researchers in Scotland.

Vigorous exercise has already been shown to lessen symptoms of depression, but the effect of less strenuous activities was unclear. A study in the journal Mental Health and Physical Activity showed walking had a “large effect” on depression. One in 10 people may suffer from depression at some point in their lives. The condition can be treated with drugs, but doctors, for mild symptoms commonly prescribe exercise.

Researchers at the University of Stirling scoured academic studies to find data on one of the mildest forms of exercise - walking. They found eight studies, on a total of 341 patients, which fitted the bill. 

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Summer best time to loose weight

Posted on Friday, 6 April 2012 by Punjabi Articles


The first basic step to lose weight is to break meals into various categories - early morning breakfast, breakfast, mid morning snack, lunch, evening snack and dinner.
Nidhi S. Yadav, head, clinical nutrition, Fortis Healthcare, explains how to go about it.
"One should start the day with a glass of lukewarm water and honey. For a tea drinker, it should be a cup of tea with Marie biscuits and two or three walnuts or almonds. This should be followed by a breakfast - one can have muesli, oats, cornflakes with egg white," she said.
"After an interval of two hours, one can go for salads or fruits. Lunch should consist of two chapatis made of multi-grain flour, a bowl of dal and green vegetables. Evening snacks can comprise a cup of tea with idli or dhokla or roasted channa.
"Dinner should consist of vegetable soup, brown bread or chapatis and veggies. If one feels hungry before going to sleep, one can have a glass of milk," she said.
Having fruits is essential to keep calories at bay, but one should avoid banana, mango and grapes as they are high on calories. It is better to go for watermelons, melons and sweet lime. One should either have fruits 40 minutes before a meal or two hours after a meal.

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How to control the Mind ?

Posted on Thursday, 29 March 2012 by Punjabi Articles

Sometimes, you find yourself just looking at  your work, not comprehending anything. The wandering mind refuses to be reined in - it simply can’t be controlled. Does this sound similar? Well! This isn’t a unique problem or something to worry about. It happens to all of us at some point or the other when we are too bogged down with work and life. Research says that we are all born with the same power to utilize our mind. 


What distracts you? Identifying distractive thoughts is the most important way of controlling the mind. Figure out why you’re not able to focus or pay attention and what keeps your mind pre-occupied? 


Weed out petty negativity: The best way to practice this is to make watertight compartments for your mind. I know  it’s easier said than done but  this is  a sure shot way to overcome distraction. Say, you’ve a personal problem that constantly distract you from your work;


Know yourself well: To keep your mind in control, you need to know yourself thoroughly. You’ve to be aware of who you are and your goals. Then you can ask your mind to follow you.
Meditate: Remember, meditation is for the mind, what food is to body. It helps in a holistic way, re-energizing you and thereby helping you to control your mind. 


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Natural wonders: Dark Chocolate

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It’s probably the best news you’d hear… medical studies have shown that dark chocolate can be mighty good for you! 

Chocolate comes from cocoa beans, that grow on cocoa trees. Research shows that a high percentage of cocoa, as found in dark chocolate, packs in a variety of plant nutrients that can be good for your cardiovascular health, your skin and lots more.

Loaded with flavonoids, essential minerals and antioxidants, some experts equate dark chocolate and cocoa with the goodness of green tea and blueberries.  

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Daily aspirin 'cuts cancer death risk'

Posted on Wednesday, 21 March 2012 by Punjabi Articles

Oxford scientists have revealed that taking a daily dose of aspirin lowers the chance of dying from cancer by more than a third.


Their research also found that the pills not only reduce the likelihood of contracting the illness, they also protect against it spreading.



They claimed that the evidence is so strong that in future the NHS watchdog NICE may issue guidelines telling doctors to prescribe aspirin to cancer sufferers, the Daily Mail reported.



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India's first Mr Universe turns 100

Posted on Tuesday, 20 March 2012 by Punjabi Articles


Manohar Aich, India's first Mr Universe, turned 100 on Sunday. Nicknamed 'Pocket Hercules' because of his compact 4-foot-11-inch frame, Aich won the world bodybuilding title in 1952. He overcame many hurdles, including poverty and a stint in jail, before he won the Mr Universe title. Aich says the secret to long life is a healthy diet and his ability to be happy. 


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Where Women go wrong

Posted on Friday, 9 March 2012 by Punjabi Articles


Wearing heels


More and more of us are opting to wear heels on a daily basis, and this could be bad news for our health. High heels affect our posture, put pressure on joints, and can lead to a range of conditions.

Carrying a heavy handbag

With the rising number of gadgets and accessories the majority of women haul around, many of us are carrying around several pounds of weight on our shoulders every day. As a result, lots of us are also putting our long term health at risk.

Sleeping in makeup

Most of us have succumbed to the temptation to sleep in our post-party makeup at some point. However, leaving makeup on overnight – along with the dirt and oil that naturally accumulates on skin throughout the day.

Matching men drink for drink

From networking drinks to first dates and social events, there are many instances when women may feel compelled to keep up with the drinking habits of the opposite sex. However, women not only tend to weigh less than men.

Worrying and harboring regrets

Stress is damaging to both our physical and mental health, and women are twice as likely as men to suffer from stress-related disorders, as well as having higher rates of depression and anxiety.

Emotional eating

While comfort eating affects both genders, research has suggested that men are more likely to reinforce positive emotions with food, while women comfort eat when they’re sad. Women are also more likely to satisfy their cravings with sweet, high calorie foods.

Not getting enough sleep

Not only can lack of sleep make us look and feel at our worst, but insufficient shut-eye can also lead to increased accidents, calorie consumption and heart disease risk. Unluckily for women, statistics suggest that sleep problems affect more women than men.

Putting themselves last

Not only are women more likely to compromise their sleeping habits to care for children and others, they are also prone to putting their own wants and needs at the bottom of a hectic to-do list of chores and obligations. 







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Holi recipe: Gujiya, badam kulfi and malpua

Posted on Wednesday, 7 March 2012 by Punjabi Articles


Gujiyas, malpuas, bhang and thandai...The festival of colours is never complete without an elaborate platter of mouth-watering sweets and intoxicants. So here are some popular Holi recipes as the festival comes around Thursday: 

1. Gujiya: These half moon-shaped sweets are a runaway hit on the festival. 

Ingredients: A cup of maida, grated coconut, three tablespoons of ghee or oil, sugar as per taste, two cups of milk and khoya, a tablespoon of poppy seeds, chopped almonds, raisins and cardamom powder. 

Method: For the outer covering, mix maida and ghee in a bowl, add warm milk to ensure that the dough is smooth. 

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Bathinda bags 8 state awards

Posted on Friday, 2 March 2012 by Punjabi Articles


Bathinda district has bagged eight state-level awards for motivating and conducting institutional deliveries in government hospitals, community health centres (CHCs) and 24x7 health centres during the financial year 2010-11.

Talking to this reporter here today, District Family Welfare Officer Dr Kundan Kumar Paul said in the district hospital category, the local Women and Children Hospital had been awarded for conducting 2,154 deliveries. He said the SMO of the hospital Dr BS Gill and he received the award at a state-level function held at Mohali the previous day.

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Food Etiquette Rules That Might Surprise You

by Punjabi Articles

Table manners are as unique to a culture as the food before you—though not always as easy to navigate

You have good manners, right? After all, you (usually) keep your elbows off the table and say "Please pass the salt." But when you head abroad, things get a little more complicated. Case in point: Rest your chopsticks the wrong way, and you might remind a Japanese friend of their grandmother's funeral.

In Thailand, don't put food in your mouth with a fork. 

Instead, when eating a dish with cooked rice, use your fork only to push food onto your spoon. A few exceptions: Some northern and northeastern Thai dishes are typically eaten with the hands—you'll know you've encountered such a dish if the rice used is glutinous or "sticky."

In Japan, never stick your chopsticks upright in your rice.

Between bites, your chopsticks should be placed together right in front of you, parallel to the edge of the table—and nowhere else, says Mineko Takane Moreno, Japanese cooking instructor and co-author of Sushi for Dummies. (If there is a chopsticks rest, you use it, putting the tips you've been eating with on the rest.) 

In the Middle East, India and parts of Africa, don't eat with your left hand. 

In South India, you shouldn't even touch the plate with your left hand while eating. That's largely because the left hand is associated with, um, bodily functions, so it's considered to be dirty. 

At a traditional feast in Georgia, it's rude to sip your wine. 

At what Georgians call a supra (traditional feast), wine is drunk only at toasts. So wait for those... and then down the whole glass at once.

In Mexico, never eat tacos with a fork and knife. 

Worried about spilling refried beans and salsa all over your front? Tough. Mexicans think that eating tacos with a fork and knife looks silly and, worse, snobby—kind of like eating a burger with silverware. So be polite: Eat with your hands.

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7 BEST FRUITS FOR YOUR HEALTH

Posted on Wednesday, 29 February 2012 by Punjabi Articles


You can go on a 3-day fruit fast to cleanse your body. Just eat fruits and drink fruit juice throughout the 3 days and you will be surprised when your friends tell you how radiant you look!

 KIWI: Tiny but mighty. This is a good source of potassium, magnesium, vitamin E & fiber. Its vitamin C content is twice that of an orange.

 APPLE: An apple a day keeps the doctor away? Although an apple has a low vitamin C content, it has antioxidants & flavonoid which enhances the activity of vitamin C thereby helping to lower the risks of colon cancer, heart attack & stroke.

 STRAWBERRY: Protective Fruit. Strawberries have the highest total antioxidant power among major fruits & protect the body from cancer-causing, blood vessel-clogging free radicals.

 ORANGE: Sweetest medicine, eating 2 to 4 oranges a day may help keep colds away, lower cholesterol, prevent & dissolve kidney stones as well as lessens the risk of colon cancer.

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