Our mental state directly affects the amount and type of food we feel like consuming. All kinds of emotions can compel us to eat, from unwanted moods such as frustration, anxiety, worry or feeling down, to positive emotions like excitement, celebration or anticipation. Even neutral feelings such as boredom and apathy can be a cause …
Pre diabetes refers to a condition in which one’s blood glucose levels are higher than usual, but not high enough to be classified as type 2 diabetes. It indicates a high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. According to the WHO, In India, there are estimated 77 million people above the age of 18 years …
How do carbohydrates break down? Within the age group of 20–79 years, India has 74.9 million diabetics in 2021 projected to increase to 124.9 million by 2045. According to the International Diabetes Federation, one out of every seven diabetic adults worldwide resides in India, and one in every third household has diabetic patients. (How it’s not …
A crucial aspect which is often overlooked when it comes to boosting performance and recovery, is sleep. Sleep is the time when your body repairs and regenerates itself. Apart from this, sleep plays a significant role in memory consolidation, decision-making, and reaction times, all of which are essential for athletes looking to outperform their competitors. According …
Beneath the glorious surface of excellence in sports, lies the silent struggle. Along with this, includes body image, societal pressures and muscularity which gives rise to eating disorders. Eating disorders are very common in sports like gymnastics, running, diving and wrestling, where weight has a significant effect on performance. The prevalence of eating disorders is …
