Lack of sleep, unhealthy eating habits, physical inactivity and a stressful daily schedule stemming from demanding career paths to juggling multiple hats on the personal front are some factors that increase health challenges, especially in young Indians, notes dietician Sheryl Salis.
Useful tips from fitness expert Meenakshi Mohanty to ensure that you keep your health a priority during this time of decadent meals and excessive drinks.
'If you see it as a burden, you'll struggle. But if you're enjoying the process and make small lifestyle changes, it becomes much easier.'
Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com captures scenes from Ayodhya hours before the pran prathishta ceremony.
Here's what Bollywood's rich and famous eat in the morning.
Small things were changed in the Indian Davis Cup set-up for the tie against Togo and it was evident that they made a difference.
Mrs succeeds in riling you up for all the right reasons. And without resorting to high-pitched drama, applauds Sukanya Verma.
'Birthday morning started with a delicious & healthy breakfast in the most beautiful setting'.
Nothing beats the joy of having something healthy and delicious for breakfast, along with hot chai, on a rainy day.
When the creaminess of avocado melds with the tang and spice of chilly jam and feta on toast, we have a winner.
Morne Morkel, has revealed his newfound love for Indian cuisine, particularly dosas and murgh malai chicken.
Travelling from South India to Kashmir in December was magical for Ganesh Nadar as he feasted his eyes on the beauty of the snow-capped Himalayas.
Food blogger Preeti Alam shares a step-by-step process.
Certain foods can help prevent flare-ups by reducing the production of stomach acid and soothing the digestive system, says Dr Gaurav Kumar Patil.
Eating breakfast before exercise increases the speed at which we digest, absorb and metabolise carbohydrate that we may eat after exercise.
Celebrate Holi with a chilled glass of nutrition.
Add oats and bran to your breakfast to make your meal more nutritious.
Presenting recipes of homemade fluffy waffles with an extra touch of goodness.
Incorporating millets into your breakfast is always a good idea.
Using black rice in your idlis makes them more nourishing.
Stick to gluten-free meals as often as possible. This includes bread, roti, random snacks, bready dishes like pizza (unless it is sourdough), crackers, etc.
How would you like to have it? S Saraswathi helps us with a few recipes.
Normal blood sugar levels typically should be less than 100 mg/dL. Average blood sugar before meals should be 70-130 mg/dL. Your blood sugar levels after one to two hours after a meal should be less than 180 mg/dL.
Reshma Aslam shares a quick-and-easy breakfast recipe for you to try.
Reshma Aslam tells us how to give a twist to the traditional poha.
Rediff reader Reshma Aslam tells us how to make a sandwich tasty!
Dinacharya is a Sanskrit term for daily rituals that one must practice regularly to live in sync with nature.
Kickstart your mornings with these hassle-free recipes.
Rediff reader Sangita Agrawal tells you how to make a healthy breakfast at home.
Reshma Aslam tells us how to cook a healthy, relishing breakfast.
Most packed foods contain artificial preservatives, sugar, refined grains, says Ameve Sharma.
It's easy, hassle-free and simple to prepare.
Two great reasons you'd want to get out of bed on a lazy weekend.
rediffGURU Dr Karthiyayini offers expert advice on how you can manage your overall health and fitness.
Along with medication, following a healthy diet along with regular exercise can help you fight the hormonal disorder, suggests gynecologist, obstetrician and IVF expert Dr Amit Patil.
Pair oranges and kiwi with muesli to create a wholesome breakfast.
Consumption of whole eggs can be a part of a heart healthy diet, even in those with existing coronary heart disease, a new study has found.
Wearing white and lighter colours will prevent heat retention, thus reducing the risk of heat exhaustion, suggests Dr Karthiyayini Mahadevan.
Health goals should be for life, not event-centric, says Aayushi Lakhapati.
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