Optimistic People Sleep Better at Night

       Study shows that a Positive Attitude results in less Insomnia and Day Time Sleepiness.


             A recent study published in the Journal of "Behavioral Medicine", discovered that people who are the most Optimistic  tend to be better Sleepers.

             The study revealed significant associations between optimism and various characteristics of self-reported sleep after adjusting for a wide array of variables, including -

                Socio-demographic Characteristics, Health Conditions, and Depressive Symptoms.

             The Participants levels of Optimism were measured using a 10-item survey,which asked them to rate on a five-point scale how much they agreed with Positive statements such as "I'm always Optimistic about my Future", and with negatively-worded sentences such as "I hardly expect things to go my way."

            Scores in the survey ranged from Six (least optimistic) to 30 (most optimistic). Participants reported on their sleep twice, five years apart, rating their overall sleep quality and duration during the prior month. Individuals with greater levels  of optimism were more likely to report that they got adequate sleep, slumbering six to nine hours nightly. And they were 74% more likely to have no symptoms of Insomnia and reported less daytime sleepiness.

           The lack of healthy sleep is a public health concern, as poor sleep quality is often associated with health problems like higher risks of Obesity, Hypertension, Weak Immunity and All-cause Mortality.

                                                                                                                                     Source: ANI

10 Super foods to Beat Arthritis!

Millions of people across the world suffer from Arthritis, causing chronic pain and mobility problems. Luckily, there are few Super Foods that can have positive effects on your Joints in the long run.

Below are the Top 10 Super Foods -


Olive Oil:

       Eating two to three tablespoons of olive oil daily could have anti-inflammatory effect, which could reduce Arthritis pain. The best thing is to have the Extra Virgin Olive Oil. It can be used in cooking or as a Salad Dressing.

Citrus: 

       Grapefruit, Oranges, Lemons, Limes and other Citrus fruits are rich in Vitamin C which can help prevent inflammatory Arthritis thereby maintaining healthy joints for those with Osteoarthritis.

Yogurt: 

       Fermented foods such as Sauerkraut and Live Yogurt can increase the amount of good bacteria in the gut and work anti-inflammatory magic easing symptoms of Arthritis.

Porridge: 

      Oats are an excellent way to reduce Cholesterol, and in turn, could have positive impact on Arthritis Aches. Eating Porridge every morning for breakfast is also an excellent form of slow-release energy.

Trout: 

      Oily Fish is an excellent source of Omega-3, which can also reduce inflammation associated with Arthritis. Salmon, Anchovies, Herring and Trout are all good oily food options.

Green Tea: 

       A Cup of Green Tea contain Polyphenols, nutrients which are believed to reduce inflammation. It also contains antioxidants, some of which are believed to slow Joint Damage in people with Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Turmeric: 

      Research shows that taking Turmeric Supplement improved pain and long-term mobility in patients suffering from Osteoarthritis. Ginger, Cinnamon and Cayenne Pepper are also good for anti-inflammatory affects.

Meat: 

     In cases of Rheumatoid Arthritis, flareups could result in sufferer becoming Anemic. Grilling Steaks is an excellent source  of Iron. Anemia can leave you tired, weak and out of breath. So, Arthritis sufferers should get enough Iron in their diet.

Garlic: 

     Research shows that eating more Garlic could lower your risk of developing Arthritis all together. Alliums, which include Leeks and Onions, appeared to limit the amount of cartilage-damaging enzymes in the body. Adding Garlic could be an easy way to get Allium in your Diet.

Wholegrain Bread: 

    Whole grains can reduce level of CRP - C-reactive Proteins - in the Blood,which is a marker of inflammation in your body. It is associated with diabetes and heart disease as well, so eating Whole Grain Bread can help overall health.

                                                                                                                   Source: Daily Mirror

Postponing Meals may delay your Body Clock

The recent study by the Researchers shed lights on the potential way to alleviate symptoms of Jet Lag or the shift works of the individual.

Do you have the habit of postponing your meals because of work pressure or different shift timings?

BEWARE, this habit may delay one of the body's natural clock.

The human body runs roughly on a 24-hour cycle, which is centrally controlled by Master Clock in the Brain and subsidiary clocks in other parts of the body that are synchronised according to the external factors like light, climate etc.

The study shows that the 5-hour delay in meal times causes same amount of delay in blood sugar balances,suggesting that meal times synchronise internal clocks that control rhythms of blood sugar concentration. This regular jet lags or shift times disturbs the metabolism cycle.

The best way to come out of this issue is altering meal time which will help to rest the body clocks regulating the blood sugar metabolisms in a drug-free way. This way will help us also to reduce the risk of developing the Obesity and cardiovascular diseases.

Foods and their antioxidants

· Orange, yellow fruits and vegetables and green leafy vegetables contain Vitamin C, carotenoids such as beta carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin.
· Citrus fruits contain flavonones, d-limonene and flavonoids.
· Cruciferous vegetables contain indoles, isothiocyanates and beta carotene.
· Garlic and Onion family contain allylic sulfides and quercetin.
· Legumes contain isoflavanoids, phytic acid and phytosterols.
· Spices like turmeric and mustard seeds contain curcumin and isothiocynates.
· Red grapes contain quercetin, resveratol and anthocyanidine.
· Tomatoes contain lycopene.

Pomegranate for Heart

The plump red seeds of pomegranate are rich in poly-phenols, which are antioxidants. They also contain lots of Vitamin C and potassium. The recent research has shown that pomegranate can lower the blood pressure by 5% in people with hypertension and lessen damage by LDL cholesterol on artery walls. Recent study also shows that one cup of pomegranate juice a day for three months improved blood flow to the heart in people with coronary heart disease

CT Coronary Angiography - Advantages

Chest CT angiography with Coronary CT angiography (CTA) is a diagnostic procedure using computed tomography to scan the chest and coronary arteries. It is a non-invasive technique that allows clear visualization of narrowed and clogged arteries that can cause heart attack and stroke. It has greater potential to revolutionize the practice of cardiovascular medicines. By using CT, physicians would move away from determining ‘probability’ to establishing a definitive diagnosis of CAD which is the major cause of deaths worldwide.

Advantages:

It is a painless procedure.
Quick and non-invasive.
No hospitalization required.
Immediate resumption of normal activities.
Cost effective to conventional angiogram.
It is a three-dimensional modality.

CT Coronary Angiography - Advantages

Chest CT angiography with Coronary CT angiography (CTA) is a diagnostic procedure using computed tomography to scan the chest and coronary arteries. It is a non-invasive technique that allows clear visualization of narrowed and clogged arteries that can cause heart attack and stroke. It has greater potential to revolutionize the practice of cardiovascular medicines. By using CT, physicians would move away from determining ‘probability’ to establishing a definitive diagnosis of CAD which is the major cause of deaths worldwide.

Advantages:

It is a painless procedure.
Quick and non-invasive.
No hospitalization required.
Immediate resumption of normal activities.
Cost effective to conventional angiogram.
It is a three-dimensional modality.