SOME HEALTH TIPS THAT CAN BE USEFUL FOR WOMEN

Here are some common but useful tips to improve lives of women:

1. Severe leg pain is not to be ignored- it may be an indication of peripheral artery diseases (PAD), caused because of blockages in the blood vessels.
2. Regularly monitor your blood pressure-There is a common misconception amongst women that an easy to recognize indication of low or high blood pressure is dizziness and fatigue. hypotension and hypertension are silent diseases that often go undiagnosed.
3. Chew celery sticks or mint leaves instead of tobacco- To beat tobacco cravings, one can chew gum or eat celery sticks or mint leaves
4. Make it a point to exercise or walk during pregnancy- It is very important that you do some activity during this time. Exercising during pregnancy does wonders for you.
5. Don’t ignore vaginal problems- Taking good care of your vagina is an important part of staying healthy. When it comes to vaginal care, women often misconstrue serious symptoms such as abnormal bleeding or pain, two things that should never be ignored.
6. Use contraceptives and hygiene products carefully- Contraceptives and hygiene products such as diaphragms, cervical caps, tampons, condoms and spermicides, may cause vaginal irritation and infections, especially if used improperly.
7. Take your time whilst brushing your teeth- Take your time whilst brushing. It’s important to brush slowly, lightly and gently.
8. Use toothbrushes with soft bristles- Avoid toothbrushes with hard bristles.
9. Floss every day- Flossing works best when done daily. It reduces the bacteria between the teeth and gums.
10. Drink lots of water- Water plays a significant role in oral health and in preventing dry mouth, which could prove to be problematic as we age. 8 cups of water a day remains a general guideline.
11. Fidget while you work- Stretch a little, walk around every hour or so, do whatever it takes to be active despite having to use a computer at a desk all day.
12. Don’t skip breakfast- Eating a healthy breakfast will help you stay focused throughout the day and reduce your over-eating during the second half of the day.
13. Make your plate more colourful- By adding all the fruits and vegetables to your plate, you will ensure that you are filling up on most nutrients and vitamins.
14. Store your medicines correctly- To get the best out of your medicines, store them in a dry and dark location.
15. Check your BMI- This will help you to always maintain a healthy weight and help you avoid various diseases that are caused due to obesity, like diabetes, stroke, gallstones, heart disease and high blood pressure.
16. Laugh like a baby- When you laugh out loud, your body releases feel-good hormones that kill the stress hormone cortisol. Giggle as much as you can to achieve good health by watching back to back comedy videos or by joining a laughter club.
17. Breathe properly- Proper breathing is essential to obtain the best health. Even a proper deep breathing session of 10-15 minutes provides a range of health benefits like better digestion, improved blood quality and more efficient functioning of the nervous and respiratory systems.
18. Don’t ignore common ailments-Don’t ignore common symptoms such as sweat spells, nausea or vomiting, shortness of breath, dizziness, neck, jaw, shoulder, upper back or abdominal discomfort, pain in the right arm or tiredness – these all could indicate an underlying heart condition.
19. Live a healthier lifestyle- Quit smoking and drinking, get your weight under control through a balanced diet that’s low in saturated fat, cholesterol and salt and exercise for 30 to 60 minutes every day.
20. Get your numbers checked- Diabetes increases the risk of heart disease significantly more in women than in men. Get your numbers checked – cholesterol levels, blood pressure, blood sugar, ejection fraction (echo test).
21. Take exercise seriously-Women tend to take exercising lightly, which makes them more prone to developing osteoporosis.
22. Maintain the right posture- Pay attention to your sitting and standing postures and ensure that you don’t put unnecessary pressure on your knees while holding heavy weights or bending improperly.
23. Don’t exercise at the gym without supervision- Avoid overdoing gym work outs and losing weight gradually.
24. Take Vitamin D supplements-Do not ignore a Vitamin D deficiency. Additionally, eat a diet that is high in protein or at least balanced and avoid excess sugar and oil.
25. Choose the right sun block- The sun protection factor (SPF) should be taken into account, depending upon the time one spends in sun. Secondly, sun block should be applied without fail every 2 hours, after cleaning the face properly.
26. Use beauty products seasonally- skin’s requirements change with the weather.
27. Don’t go to the parlor to treat skin problems- Visit a dermatologist even in case of minor skin issues as they can solve the problem at its core.