Stress

Feeling stressed? Do alternate nostril breathing for instant anxiety relief; here's how

Alternate nostril breathing (through the left and right nostrils without or with retention of breath) is a great way to lower the levels of stress and anxiety.

Jun 13, 2017, 11:26 AM IST

Healthy summer: 7 quick tips to stay fit, happy

Eat a balanced diet, focusing more on fruits and vegetables such as cucumber, watermelon, berries, etc, to keep you energised, help you maintain a healthy weight and strenghthen your immune system.

Jun 06, 2017, 12:48 PM IST

Mothers-to-be beware! Taking stress during pregnancy may cause binge eating in kids

A study was conducted on mice and found that taking stress during pregnancy may cause female children to exhibit binge-eating-like behaviour in adulthood.

Jun 01, 2017, 22:02 PM IST

Wearing this wristband will help you fight stress!

This wearable device delivers heartbeat-like vibrations onto the inside of the wrist can reduce stress.

May 30, 2017, 16:33 PM IST

Exam failure: What parents should do if their child fails out of school, college

Here are a few tips for parents to help their child cope with failure in exams and get them back on track.

May 30, 2017, 14:52 PM IST

More than 50% doctors suffer from hypertension owing to high stress levels!

Hypertension is one of the most common lifestyle diseases prevalent today with one in three Indian adults suffering from it and is equally high amongst the medical fraternity. 

May 16, 2017, 21:12 PM IST

Having a dog may help reduce stress in children, says study

A new study has showed that children who had their pet dog with them reported feeling less stressed compared to having a parent for social support or having no social support.

May 12, 2017, 00:20 AM IST

Researchers identify genes linked to bipolar disorder

Researchers have identified several genes that can put children of bipolar disorder patients at increased risk of developing the disease.

May 10, 2017, 00:01 AM IST

Mindfulness meditation helps college freshmen stress less and smile more, says study

Mindfulness training may be one way to help students successfully transition to college life.

Apr 21, 2017, 22:00 PM IST

Both obesity and underweight may increase risk of migraine in women

A new study has found that both obesity and being underweight may increase the risk of developing migraine.

Apr 14, 2017, 14:47 PM IST

Are you stressed? Live a stress-free life using 'No More Tension' mobile app

And if you are someone who is struggling to cope with stress, this mobile application may come as handy and helpful to you. This is how 'No More Tension' mobile app works.

Apr 12, 2017, 15:51 PM IST

Walking most effective anti-depressant, reveals health survey

According to the fourth edition of the Max Bupa Walk For Health Survey, 97% of Indians who walk regularly, experience improvement in their mental and emotional health. 

Apr 07, 2017, 17:00 PM IST

Feeling stressed? Do a bit of deep-breathing to get instant relief!

Specific neurons that connect breathing and state of mind, which are located deep in the brainstem, in the body's breathing control centre, since there are so many types of breathing; including regular, excited, sleeping, laughing, crying and yawning, reports the Independent.

Apr 04, 2017, 23:29 PM IST

Study suggests stress may trigger seizure for epilepsy patients

A new study has found that stressful events such as the war, trauma or natural disaster, or the death of a loved one, may trigger seizures for the people suffering with epilepsy.

Apr 04, 2017, 12:58 PM IST

Women can cut psychological stress risk by consuming lots of fruits, veggies!

The findings showed that women who ate 3-4 daily serves of vegetables had an 18 percent lower risk of stress, and those who ate two daily serves of fruit had a 16 percent lower risk of stress.

Mar 16, 2017, 16:17 PM IST

Parenting tips: Here's how to help your child cope with exam stress

With CBSE Class XII and Class X board exams beggining Thursday, March 9, here are a few tips for parents to help their children tackle stress during exams:

Mar 09, 2017, 14:54 PM IST

Board examinations beginning next week; students' stress levels highest during this time, reveals study

In addition to that most students lose their appetite and do not take care of personal hygiene during exams," the study said.

Mar 08, 2017, 21:43 PM IST

Relaxation is the solution to stress-induced obesity? Study says yes!

Moving towards a fast-paced life can often take its toll on you and put you under mounting pressure and stress.

Mar 05, 2017, 23:52 PM IST

Stress before pregnancy may lead to eczema in infants

The study from the Medical Research Council Lifecourse Epidemiology Unit, University of Southampton, is the first to link preconception maternal stress to the risk of atopic eczema in the child.

Mar 04, 2017, 12:15 PM IST

Reduce your risk of depression, anxiety; live in a greener habitat, says study!

In the study, common types of birds including blackbirds, robins, blue tits and crows were seen.

Feb 26, 2017, 20:37 PM IST