Besides  natural ingredients, get plenty of sleep, eat a well-balanced diet, drink a lot of water, exercise daily and keep yourself away from stress to be safe from common cough and cold symptoms

The feeling of indigestion and heartburn also stems from the same

Neurological specialists also say that it is too early to make definitive statements or identify the specific mechanisms by which the new coronavirus is affecting the neurological system

The COVID-19 virus spreads primarily through droplets of saliva or discharge from the nose when an infected person coughs or sneezes, as per WHO

The bacillus Calmette-Guerin, or BCG, shot has been used widely for about 100 years, with a growing appreciation for its off-target benefits

Towels are often damp, warm and absorbent and so they become a perfect environment for bacteria to grow

People who are confirmed to be immune could venture from their homes and help shore up the workforce until a vaccine becomes available, for example

Take a tablespoon of methi seeds and boil them in water for 4-5 minutes, strain and drink it warm

Keep a water bottle near you to drink whenever you can throughout the day

According to WHO’s guidelines, older people and those with pre-existing medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes, heart disease appear to be more vulnerable to becoming severely ill due to the virus

An effective way of boosting one’s immunity is by including an adequate quantity of protein in one’s diet

World Health Organisation (WHO) has also issued guidelines on wearing masks

Limit watching, reading and listening to news that can make you feel more anxious and distressed

It is imperative that beauty parlours do some extra cleaning and disinfecting

Help promote handwashing and other precautionary measures to be followed to protect the community from getting infected with coronavirus

The researchers modelled the virus’ natural spread in China before the government instituted a travel ban and an aggressive testing policy

Cumin seeds are a good source of iron, a mineral that is an integral component of haemoglobin, which helps transport oxygen from the lungs to all body cells

More than 110 countries have now reported coronavirus cases and the World Health Organization has declared the spread of the virus a pandemic

There are a few ways that can help stop the virus from spreading from one person to another and throughout an entire community

The researchers say replacing one serving of red meat with whole grains resulted in a 48 per cent lower risk of dying of heart attack in men

Both COVID-19 and flu are viral-borne infections which primarily spread through human-to-human contact, such as by means of coughing, respiratory droplets and phlegm

There is no one solution to slowing down the effects of ageing, but adopting the right habits, like snacking on a handful of walnuts, can help

Many of the thousands of deaths so far - mostly in China - have involved elderly patients with underlying medical conditions, such as heart disease

The incubation period for Covid-19 is between 1-14 days and may even go up to 24 days

Good quality yogurt is known to contain live bacterial culture such as Lactobacillus casei which helps strengthen the immune system

Bones also provide an environment for bone marrow where the blood cells are created

According to a study, published in the journal Cell, researchers from the US and China provided the most detailed report of the cellular effects of a calorie-restricted diet in rats

Consumption of fish oil supplements is promoted as having a wide range of positive impacts on health

Parents usually want the best for their children, but in times of nuclear families, smartphones, high stress levels and busy schedules

An early life full of neglect, deprivation and adversity leads to people growing up with smaller brains,…

Drinking hot water after meals is quite healthy

Researchers from The University of Texas in the US, examines the relationship among optimism, inflammation, stroke severity, and physical disability for three months after a stroke

Garam masala is an aromatic combination of spices like coriander seeds, cumin, nutmeg, cardamom, cinnamon, mustard seeds, fennel, black pepper and clove among others

Kidney disease often has no signs and symptoms until your kidneys are very badly damaged

The study is conducted by researchers from University of Davanagere, IIT-Mumbai, and CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) Mysuru

The study, published in the journal Risk Analysis, could apply to any such disease, and are relevant to the current outbreak

Every skin type is different and every skin has varied needs

Heart patients, please take note. Researchers have found that heart attack survivors who carry excess fat around their waist

Drinking coconut water hydrates your body and also provides it with electrolytes