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On 10/5/14, Harish Kotian <[email protected]> wrote: > > Hello > > Please don't post off-topic mails without obtaining prior permission from > the undersigned. > Harish Kotian > Moderator, AccessIndia > Email: [email protected] > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Dr.B.S.M.Kumar" <[email protected]> > To: "AccessIndia: a list for discussing accessibility and issues > concerningthe disabled." <[email protected]> > Cc: "Retina India Connect" <[email protected]> > Sent: Thursday, October 02, 2014 6:54 PM > Subject: [AI] REGULAR HEALTH MISTAKES > > >> Dear All, >> Posting below some health mistakes, which we should avoid to keep >> ourselves fit and healthy. >> >> Regular Health Mistakes. >> Crossing our legs >> >> Do you cross your legs at your knees when sitting? Although we may >> believe that this is the lady-like elegant way to sit, sitting this >> way cuts down circulation >> to your legs. If you don’t want varicose veins to mar the beauty of >> your legs and compromise your health, uncross your legs every time you >> realize you >> have one knee on top of the other. The best way to sit is to simply >> place both legs together on the floor, balancing your weight equally. >> If you feel like >> changing position, instead of crossing your legs, simply move both >> legs together to one side. As an alternative, you could also consider >> crossing your >> legs loosely at the ankles. This is a classically elegant way to sit, >> and is far better for your legs and your health than sitting with your >> legs crossed >> at your knees. >> >> Not changing our toothbrush >> >> How often do you change your toothbrush? Most of us wait until most of >> the bristles have either fallen off, or are in such bad shape that >> we’d be embarrassed >> to pull out our brush in public. However, since not many of us need to >> pull out our brush in public, we carry on with our frayed one until we >> lose it. >> Replace your toothbrush often. Damaged bristles can harm the enamel, >> and don’t massage your gums well. If you find brushing your teeth a >> pain like I do, >> but know you must do it, you might as well be doing it right. Imagine >> going through the annoyance of brushing your teeth twice a day only to >> find out that >> you’re damaging your enamel every time you clean your teeth. Also, use >> a brush with soft bristles unless your dentist has advised otherwise. >> >> Eating out often >> >> There are oils that are high in cholesterol, and oils that cause >> little harm and are better for your heart. However, no matter how >> light the oil is, it >> is never a good idea to eat too much of it. Avoid fried foods. >> Remember that in all probability your favorite Indian food restaurant >> throws a huge, HUGE >> chunk of butter in a tiny bowl of dal. Rita, who worked in the kitchen >> of a 5 star hotel, was shocked when she saw the cook chop a 500gm >> butter slab in >> half, and throw half into a Paneer Makhani dish. No wonder the >> customers left licking their fingers. And no wonder they felt so >> stuffed and heavy afterwards. >> Limit outdoor eating unless you know that you"re getting served light >> and healthy food. >> >> >> >> Skipping breakfast >> >> Never, ever skip breakfast. Remember, when you wake up in the morning >> it’s been around 10-12 hours since your last meal. Your body needs >> food now, more >> than at any other time. Eat a heavy breakfast. You will then be busy >> through the day, and the calories will get expended quickly. If you >> are trying to >> diet, eat a light dinner. Here are some more common health mistakes we >> make. Being informed and making a few changes can help make us feel a >> whole lot >> better. >> >> High heels >> >> High heels sure look great, but they're murder for your back. This >> however doesn't mean you should steer clear of stilettos. Wear them, >> but not when you >> know you will be walking around a lot. Wear them when going out for >> lunch or dinner - when the only walking you will be doing is to your >> car, to the table, >> and back. Avoid high heels when you are going somewhere on foot. If >> you are constantly tempted to wear your heels, take a good look at >> your flats. Is there >> something about them you dislike? Invest in a new pair of beautiful >> flats or shoes with a low heel. Buy something you love, that you will >> enjoy wearing. >> If possible, get a matching bag. You will then enjoy your flats as >> much as you do your heels. >> >> Sleeping on a soft bed >> >> You don't have to sleep on the floor be kind to your back, but do make >> sure you have a firm mattress. Although a mattress on springs is soft >> and lovely >> to sink into, it's bad for your back. If you already have an old bed >> with springs, you don't need to invest in a new one - simply get a >> thick wooden plank >> put over the springs, and place the mattress on the plank. Similarly, >> if your mattress is old and lumpy, throw it out and get a new one. >> Your neck and >> your back will thank you. The same rule applies to sofas. If you will >> be spending hours on a sofa, get a firm yet comfortable one. Sofas you >> completely >> sink into are not the best idea. >> >> Pillows >> >> No matter how comfortable sleeping with ten cushions is, have pity on >> your neck and resist. Sleep with one pillow, and make sure it is not >> too thick. If >> your pillow gets lumpy, discard it and go for a new one. Get a thin >> pillow if you sleep on your stomach, and something a little thicker if >> you sleep on >> your back, to give your neck adequate support >> >> Not exercising >> >> So all of us know we should exercise more, but many of us don't. This >> is a health mistake we consciously make! And why is that? Simply >> because we refuse >> to admit the damage we are causing to our bodies by not working out. A >> number of people only start working out once they've experienced a >> warning signal. >> Don't wait for a heart attack to strike before you decide to opt for a >> lifestyle change. Make the change now. You don't need to train for the >> marathon >> to be in top shape. Half an hour of brisk walking three to four times >> a week will make a world of difference to your health. You could then >> increase this >> to forty minutes, four times a week - and you're all set. If you >> haven't exercised for a week, you're making a mistake. >> >> Regards, >> >> -- >> *Dr.B.S.M.Kumar* >> *Prof.[Former] Dept of Chemical Engineering* >> *SRM UNIV * >> *Hand set +91 9840139849* >> ** >> >> >> >> Register at the dedicated AccessIndia list for discussing accessibility of >> >> mobile phones / Tabs on: >> http://mail.accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/mobile.accessindia_accessindia.org.in >> >> >> Search for old postings at: >> http://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]/ >> >> To unsubscribe send a message to >> [email protected] >> with the subject unsubscribe. >> >> To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, >> please visit the list home page at >> http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in >> >> >> Disclaimer: >> 1. Contents of the mails, factual, or otherwise, reflect the thinking of >> the person sending the mail and AI in no way relates itself to its >> veracity; >> >> 2. 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