Children should perform certain eye exercises primarily for improving their vision; besides that, practicing eye exercises also improves the hand-eye coordination of the little ones. Children who play games like tennis, baseball or badminton require having good hand-eye coordination for performing well in the field or court; this makes eye exercise even more beneficial for these children. Eye exercises allow children to view the board in their classroom better and develop their overall body balance. This article will inform you about the 3 most effective forms of eye exercises for children. The impulsive eye exercises : These exercises are designed for improving a child’s ability of staying focused on a particular object for a prolonged duration. This eye exercise includes the following  [...] 

According to theories of medical science, palms of our hands and soles of our feet possess more sweat glands compared to all other parts of our body. Thus people suffering from excessive sweating often find it difficult to manage sweating of their feet and hands.  In this article we have discussed some simple home remedies that will help in managing sweaty feet and hands effectively. Antiperspirants : You will come across a number of effective antiperspirants that can be availed without prescription. These over the counter products can help in controlling secretion of sweat instantly. Deodorants cannot be categorized as antiperspirants; but several deodorants marketed by top brands do come with antiperspirant properties. The antiperspirants that are known to offer maximum benefits are those  [...] 

What causes anemia in children? The 3 most common factors responsible for occurrence of anemia among children are: excessive loss of blood, insufficient RBC production by bone marrow and severe destruction of the RBCs. A child at times might also develop anemia due to nutritional problems such as a deficiency of iron or vitamins, infections, exposure to drugs and toxic substances, some cancer types or inherited disorders. Children can suffer from blood loss induced anemia after undergoing a surgery, incurring an injury or experiencing problems like intestinal bleeding, issues related to blood clotting etc. The anemia type triggered by severe destruction of the RBCs is medically knoawn as hemolytic anemia. The RBCs of the patients suffering from this anemia type hs a life span shorter than 120  [...] 

Individuals in advanced stage of kidney disorder are often suggested to undergo dialysis. If you are on dialysis, you must follow the dietary guidelines presented below: Reduce your sodium intake : Individuals on dialysis must follow low sodium diet plans. Their diet must be strictly devoid of processed means, canned foods and salty snacks. According to experts, people undergoing dialysis must replace their salt shakers with herbs and spices that do not contain sodium. There are certain salt substitutes that contain the mineral potassium instead of sodium; patients on dialysis should also avoid consuming those. Restrict your fluid intake : If you are on dialysis, you should not consume as much water as prescribed by the doctor. To make sure that you don’t feel thirsty frequently, you must  [...] 

Although genetics play the most vital role as far as the rate of increase in height of a child is concerned, certain food types might help kids to grow taller according to his or her potential. Foods rich in vitamin D and calcium: Calcium is extremely important mineral for ensuring proper bone formation and growth in kids. Vitamin D on the other hand helps in improving calcium absorption, which makes bones of growing children healthier and stronger. Food items containing vitamin D and calcium include: eggs, dairy products like milk, yogurt and cheese etc. Vegetables and Fruits: A balanced diet for children must include vegetables and fruits in high quantities. Vegetables and fruits act as the source of important nutrients like Vitamins A, C and E and minerals like potassium, folate etc. Kids  [...] 

The following yoga poses will help you in maintaining the health of your kidneys: The big toe yoga pose: This yoga pose is referred to as Padangusthasana in Sanskrit. The main function of Padangusthasana is stimulating our kidneys; besides this, it also helps in relaxing our body and mind and reduces the stress. For performing Padangusthasana, you will have to first stand keeping your feet separated from each other by a distance of 10 to 12 inches. Now, contract the muscles in the front portion of the thighs and bend in the forward direction (the bend must start right from your hip joint). The middle and index finger of each of your hands must be positioned on the big toes of your corresponding feet. Use the finger to grip the toes firmly. Once, you have attained this position, take a deep  [...] 

The other term used for the mulberry tea leaves is sang ye. Mulberry tree is a native plant of China, but currently it is cultivated in many other regions of the world. Mulberry leaves are bitter in taste, but has a sweet tinge to it. According to the theories of traditional Chinese medicines, these leaves possess calming properties, which make them effective in controlling the symptoms of a number of medical conditions. People of China and the Indian subcontinent have been using this herb for therapeutic purposes since ancient times. Mulberry leaves boasts properties that can balance the blood sugar levels within our body. This is a significant discovery as over 8% of the residents of United States are currently diagnosed to be suffering from diabetes. During a study conducted in the year  [...] 

The other name for Bikram yoga is hot yoga; this form of yoga is performed in rooms having temperature of 105-degrees. This method of yoga works by warming up the muscles and increasing the detoxification within our system through secretion of sweat. To stay comfortable all through the session of Bikram yoga, you must dress up in the right manner. While performing this yoga form, you should never wear loose and baggy outfits; such clothes might interrupt with your physical movements. You should wear tight, but elastic clothes; these clothes will allow you to move your body much freely. Make sure the clothes you are wearing while performing Bikram yoga are made from fabrics that will help you in keeping your body cool. The best option is going for yoga outfits made up of cotton; cotton garments  [...] 

Over 24 million Americans are diagnosed to be suffering from diabetes. Enzyme therapy is a new way of managing diabetes. This alternative therapy for diabetes involves use of certain supplemental enzymes for treating patients diagnosed with diabetes. These supplemental enzymes include proteins acting like catalysts in the chemical reactions like breaking down of the foods consumed by us. A person gets diabetes mainly due to a damaged pancreas. When a pancreas gets damaged, it fails to meet the insulin demands of an individual’s body. When a person’s pancreas struggles to produce insulin, he suffers from diabetes. To recover from diabetes, you must allow your pancreas the required time for recovering. Other than producing insulin, pancreas is also responsible for playing another major role  [...] 

Ground cumin is a spice originally belonging to Egypt and for over thousand years this herb is widely used in other countries of the Middle East, India for culinary purposes. In this article we’ll learn how this spice helps in promoting health. Controls diabetes: This spice is known to possess anti-diabetic properties. A research paper published in the year 1998 suggested that diabetics consuming ground cumin in an amount equivalent to 1.25% of their daily diet continuously for 8 weeks will surely experience significant drop in their blood sugar levels. Promotes healthy digestion: Cumin in spite of being an extremely flavorful spice comes with: the ability of treating indigestion and preventing all kinds of digestive disorders. It is used widely in the Indian households for fighting digestive  [...]