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6 ways to keep your spine and back pain-free when you sit in front of a computer all day

If you’re spending your days switching between hunching over a laptop and swiping on a phone, you’re likely to end your day with a dull ache in your neck and back. This tilt can cause the spine to compress prematurely, resulting…

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8 simple things you can do to reduce salt intake in your diet

Have you ever felt extremely bloated, uncomfortable and puffy after eating a bowl of fries or a packet of chips? You can blame all the excess salt in the meal. “Excess of salt in the system leads to water retention, which could temporarily…

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The healthiest nuts you can add to your diet to boost hair growth, immunity and more

Haven’t we all heard that big things often come in small packages? It’s certainly true when it comes to nuts and nutrition. These tiny but tough shells pack a storehouse of healthy fats, proteins and fibre, all which boost the system from…

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6 foods pairings that are healthiest when eaten together

As it turns out, certain foods just work better together (read: peanut butter and jelly) for more reasons than just their taste profile—each one improves the benefits of the other, serving you with a complete meal. This concept of pairing…

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This is what happens to your body when you’ve overindulged at a party

If there is one thing that takes a backseat during the festive season, it’s the practice of mindful eating. According to registered dietician Fatema Valikarimwala, you don’t need a nutritionist to portion control your plate on a day-to-day basis. All you need…

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7 daily habits that can help boost your metabolism

To put it simply, metabolism is based on the amount of calories or energy the body burns to perform its regular function, including breathing, blood circulation and cell renewal. A high metabolism rate means that the body can use up more calories…

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5 foods that help clear brain fog and improve memory and focus

Constantly finding yourself forgetting dates, details or names while in the middle of a conversation? Or struggling to focus during a busy day at work? You’re likely to have brain fog; the symptoms of which include confusion, disorientation to time…

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Here’s what you should eat (and avoid) before, during and after a long flight

Whether you travelling for business or pleasure, the last thing you want to feel when you get off a flight is sluggish, bloated or run down. In an ideal world, you’ll want to stay hydrated and fill up on nutritious…