Diversified by geographies, cultures, body types, food habits and time zones. United by one dream – to live a healthy life. Being healthy is one such selfish dream, which is a must to keep our generations moving ahead successfully. And when it comes to being healthy, our immune system plays the most important role. No
The air quality in India is deteriorating. Though most of us take all the precautions to stay safe from outdoor pollution, we are not very concerned about the indoor air quality. Many of us are not aware of the fact that indoor air is 5 times more polluted than the outdoor air. The ventilation
A severe respiratory infection, Pneumonia directly affects the lungs. An individual suffering from pneumonia has pus and fluid-filled in the lung sacs, known as alveoli, limiting the oxygen intake. Mostly common among children, pneumonia is a matter of concern for every age group contributing to 15% of recorded deaths every year. One of the major
Iron can be one of the most troublesome elements found in water. It can cause stains on plumbing fixtures and blockage in pipes and faucets. Even as low as 3 parts per million, iron dissolved in water can make it smelly and tasteless. Other than iron, particles of magnesium and calcium are also found in
Malaria is a mosquito-borne infectious disease caused by parasitic protozoans, which affects humans and other animals. The life-threatening disease is transmitted by female Anopheles mosquitoes. Every year, deadly diseases affect approximately 210 million people. It has been studied that between 2000 to 2014, the number of malaria-related deaths declined by 40% throughout the world in
Eating a healthy breakfast is probably the last thing that comes to your mind on a busy morning. Skipping breakfast, however, not only causes weight gain but also hampers your memory. A healthy and easy breakfast option that you can follow is eating hard boiled eggs for breakfast. Hard boiled egg not only helps you
“You say you love your children above all else, and yet you are stealing their future in front of their eyes.”- Greta Thunberg, a Swedish Environmental Activist. Humanity, including all other life forms on earth, is facing an existential crisis due to climate change. Climate change has resulted in increasing global climatic temperature, making it
A strong immune system is very important for the functioning of a healthy body. It is necessary to understand how different pollutants have different effects on our immune system. Let us understand how air pollution adversely affects the functioning of our body and our immunity. The human body’s immune system consists of different types of
Most of us are heavily dependent on our washing machines to perform the heavy task of washing clothes. This appliance is an essential part of every household to wash regular clothes, bed sheets and even curtains. But how many of us actively take care of our washing machines. While we do know about regular maintenance
Water contamination is a serious concern as it can lead to several health problems. Drinking contaminated water is not only dangerous for kids but may also cause a lot of problems for adults. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, water contamination can occur either naturally or because of human activity. As a result, it is
