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If your eyes sting and burn, look red, or feel gritty -- as if some sand is stuck in them -- you may have dry eye. This condition can happen when the tiny glands in and around your eyelids don't make enough tears to keep your peepers healthy and vision clear. When tears do their job well, they keep the surface of the eye smooth, comfortable, and hydrated, and wash away dust and debris and protect it from infection. Healthy eyes make tears all day, every day, to stay moist. But sometimes certain diseases, medications, or even just getting older causes your eyes to make fewer tears. Dry eye can also happen when your eyes don't make the right type of tears to clear out particles or keep the surface well-lubricated. What you do to make your baby blues, browns, or greens more comfortable depends on what's causing your dry eyes. To help ease irritation and loosen the flakes, wet a clean washcloth with warm water, wring it out, and place it over your closed eye for at least a minu

How to gain weight naturally Obesity is one the biggest problem ,   most of the countries have   been facing this issue   , on other hand there are   lots of people who want to gain weight but here is the big   difference   between obesity and underweight. Obesity causes lot of health issue on other hand   underweight also cause some other   fatal health   issues    many   physicians   always suggest that   humans   should   always balance their body weight according to their age . while obesity has 50 percentage of   bad health impact on human body, Being underweight   also   leads to   bad immune system , unable to resist to infections and   fertility issues.   Now a days   so many youngsters      want to   build up their muscles they go to gym   without   proper diet plan   but they   are less likely to gain weight , unfortunately some even   try   to   weight gain supplements without actually knowing their side effect    and risks Today we will learn a new recipe   about how to put

What are the tests required for a general health check-up? A basic set of investigations should include haemogram, fasting blood sugar, liver function test, kidney function test, lipid profile, uric acid, chest x-ray and ECG, stool routine and occult blood. More extensive testing can include a tread mill test (TMT), Hepatitis B test, TSH for thyroid, ultrasound abdomen. You can also get your blood group checked. Your eye check up would be worthwhile, as most people need reading glasses after the age of 40 years. Also discuss with the doctor regarding adult vaccinations. The cost of the tests would vary at different places from Rs. 2,000-4,000 approximately depending on the extent of tests that you undergo. Larger hospitals have packages, which can prove cheaper than doing the individual tests separately. 

C hildren and teens need even more. And despite the notion that our sleep needs decrease with age, most older people still need at least 7 hours of sleep. Since older adults often have trouble sleeping this long at night, daytime naps can help fill in the gap. It's possible to eliminate many minor sleep problems by creating a comfortable sleep environment, maintaining a healthful balance of nutrition and exercise, and engaging in relaxing activities near bedtime. Keeping a regular sleep schedule�even on weekends�maintains the timing of the body's internal clock and can help you fall asleep and wake up more easily. Even if real life stands in the way of achieving the perfect sleep routine, making just a few small changes can improve your sleep dramatically.

There is an old proverb that states, "Life is in the breath. He who half breathes half lives." If you have  allergies ,  asthma , or other  breathing problems , this proverb may sound very familiar. But a greater understanding of your breathing problems, along with an accurate medical diagnosis and effective treatment, can help you regain control. It doesn't matter what type of breathing problem you have. Daily control is vital to living an active, productive life. What Causes Breathing Problems? There are many causes of breathing problems. Some people have difficulty breathing when they get a cold. Others have trouble breathing because of occasional bouts of acute  sinusitis .  Sinusitis  can make it difficult to breathe through your nose for a week or two until the  inflammation subsides and the congested  sinuses  begin to drain. Many breathing problems are chronic or long-term. These common breathing problems include chronic sinusitis,  allergies , and  asthma . These

Herbal Sprinkles are one of the most simple and satisfying ways to incorporate more herbs into your cookery. The key to using herbal sprinkles is to take them out of the cupboard and keep them next to where you cook and eat. I have several herbal sprinkle combinations on a Lazy Susan right next to my stove and blender and on the kitchen table. If the herbs are readily accessible you get into the habit of using them every day, pretty soon you wonder how you lived without such a pleasing array of herbal food enhancement!

Many people hit the gym or pound the pavement to improve cardiovascular health, build muscle, and of course, get a rockin� bod, but working out has above-the-neck benefits, too. For the past decade or so, scientists have  pondered  how exercising can  boost brain function . Regardless of age or fitness level (yup, this includes everyone from mall-walkers to marathoners),  studies show that making time for exercise provides some serious mental benefits. Get inspired to exercise by reading up on these unexpected ways that working out can benefit  mental health , relationships, and lead to a healthier and happier life overall. 1. Reduce stress Rough day at the office? Take a walk or head to the gym for a  quick workout . One of the most common mental benefits of exercise is stress relief. Working up a sweat can help manage physical and  mental stress . Exercise also increases concentrations of norepinephrine, a chemical that can moderate the brain�s  response to stress . So go ahead and g

A condition in which a person's airways become inflamed, narrow and swell and produce extra mucus, which makes it difficult to breathe. Requires a medical diagnosis Asthma may cause difficulty breathing, chest pain, cough and wheezing. The symptoms may sometimes flare up. People may experience: Cough:  can occur at night, during exercise, can be chronic, dry, with phlegm, mild, or severe Respiratory:  difficulty breathing, wheezing, breathing through the mouth, fast breathing, frequent respiratory infections, rapid breathing, or shortness of breath at night Also common:  chest tightness, flare, anxiety, early awakening, fast heart rate, or throat irritation Treatment consists of self care and bronchodilators Asthma can usually be managed with rescue inhalers to treat symptoms (salbutamol) and controller inhalers that prevent symptoms (steroids). Severe cases may require longer-acting inhalers that keep the airways open (formoterol, salmeterol, tiotropium), as well as inhalant stero

Cough is very frustrating and terribly uncomfortable both physically and emotionally. There are two types of cough � dry and wet cough. Dry cough is caused by allergens, dust and other irritants. Wet cough is caused when mucous or phlegm is developed in the throat. Is Ginger Really Effective for Cough? Ginger contains anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties which kills the bacteria. It helps to loosen the congestion developed in the respiratory passages. The gingerol and zingiberene present it boost your immune system. It coats the esophagus to prevent itchiness and irritation. It soothes the throat and reduces the reflex that develops urge to cough.             1) Ginger Chew some fresh and raw ginger pieces. Repeat 3 � 4 times a day. 2) Ginger Tea Grate 1 inch ginger. Bring a cup of water to boil and add grated ginger to it. Simmer for 5 minutes and remove from the flame. Let the mixture cool down until lukewarm. Squeeze lemon juice and consume it. Repeat 2 times a day. 3) Gin

Cumin and its contribution to an Indian household is immense. Cumin, or  zeera , is an integral part of a majority of our curries and stews. Not just in India, across Asia, cumin is a spice widely used in variety of preparations be it appetisers or mains. Cumin is basically the dried seed of the herb Cuminum cyminum, and is typically brown in colour. The black variant is called black cumin. It has a distinct aroma, woody and hot flavour that is unique to the  spice . 1.      Boosts Digestion One of cumin's most significant features is its role in aiding  digestion . For centuries, light gravy flavoured with cumin or a glass of  zeera  water has been used in Indian household as a fool-proof remedy for digestive issues. The experts say that it is thymol, a compound in cumin that stimulates the enzymes, which enables better secretion of digestive juices.  2.      Treats Anemia Anemia  is a condition that is characterised by acute deficiency of iron. Iron is one of the most vital miner