Category: Health and Fitness

We all have trouble sleeping from time to time. But you can make it easier to get a good night’s sleep every night with these simple steps. 1. Cut caffeine. Simply put, caffeine can keep you awake. It can stay in your body longer than you might think — up to about 14 hours. So… Continue reading 10 Tips to get better sleep – Manipal Nurse

1. Hay fever sufferers should wash hair at night. Reason: They’ll remove any pollen and keep it from settling on pillows and bedding. Also: Avoid common irritants like tobacco smoke, automobile exhaust, hair spray and perfume… wash hands frequently… venture outdoors only when pollen counts are low. 2. The best time to take an antihistamine,… Continue reading Manipal Nurse: 5 Amazing Allergy Facts

About 30%  of  Indians, and a higher percentage of certain groups such as South Indians have trouble breaking down the lactose (sugar) in milk and other dairy products. Diarrhea, bloating, abdominal pain, and gas can result. Here are six ways you can enjoy dairy products if you are lactose intolerant: 1. Drink small amounts. Most… Continue reading Manipal Nurse: 6 Ways you can enjoy Dairy products if you are Lactose Intolerant

Everyone knows that eating right and exercising are the keys to weight control. But not everyone knows these tips to make your efforts pay off fast… 1. Eat Breakfast. It’s true – regular meals and occasional low-cal snacks help prevent the “famine-then-feast” syndrome. Great start: Fill up first thing with high-fiber cereal, whole grain bread… Continue reading Manipal Nurse: 7 Simple Tips to Slimmer Waists

Exercising for a healthy heart is as simple as walking! Studies show for every hour you walk, life expectancy may increase by two hours. When bad weather makes outdoor activities difficult consider indoor activities. Try exercise videos or simply get a head start on your spring cleaning. Lets get started. It’s EASY, it WORKS, it… Continue reading Manipal Nurse: Walk for a healthy heart!