Women always cherish a secret desire to look good and have a
pleasing appearance; but the external appearance can not be achieved
just with loads of make-up. One needs to be healthy and fit from
inside to look and feel good outside. Most often many of the women
neglect the demands and needs of their own body and health as they
give priority to their families’ needs. More so Indian women have
always been seen as an idol of sacrifice and giving which in some
situation might prove compromising for women’s health.
But the time is changing and so the scenario as well. Women are
getting educated and are participating in family income. Hence the
more aware women of today are smart enough to give priority to their
health as well. Working women in particular are more concerned about
their fitness to manage home and job simultaneously. Many women,
especially those living in urban developed areas or metro cities
head to gym or try various health foods to stay fit. However with
changing times, there is change in the morbidity rates also. There
has been a gradual rise in the incidence rate of various lifestyle
related diseases like hypertension, diabetes, angina or other heart
diseases, cancer, menstrual irregularities, and female infertility.
In earlier times, women used to stay indoors and were involved in
only house-hold chores but then they used to work so hard physically
that no extra workout schedule was required and also the food was
much pure and free of any kind of adulteration. Now-a-days, even
though women tries to work out and eat lot of organic foods, the
nature of job has become more sedentary and life is running at ease
with all machines around which has cut down the labour and made our
body lazy and susceptible enough to get one or the other lifestyle
diseases.
The women’s body is wonderfully complex and delicate requiring
utmost care in terms of workout, nutrition, or the looks. Health is
not merely absence of disease but making simple changes in our diet,
physical activity pattern, environment and minute actions that would
help us to remain healthy and beautiful for long.
Some of the health tips by Indiadiets team exclusively for women are
as follows:
 Make a conscious effort to avoid stress as it may affect your
mental health in long term.
Consult your gynecologist periodically to have a proper
examination of your genital organs and breast and to get
consultation for right contraceptive method and also for any kind or
menstrual problems.
Females are prone to developing osteoporosis hence make sure you
take enough amount of calcium in your diet.
Take care of your skin as it is a known fact that women feel good
when they look good. Skin care home remedies can be quite handy.
Stay fit with regular exercise. Joining a gym or attending yoga
classes may be of help.
Healthy Diet for Women by Indiadiets Team:
The multiple roles that a woman plays in her daily routine life
calls for an extra ounce of nutrition in her diet. Following these
tips might prove beneficial:
Eat more of fresh fruits and vegetables, pulses and legumes and
nuts like almonds, walnuts and pistachios.
Green leafy vegetables are a must in daily diet.
Opt for whole grain foods rather than processed foods.
Eat breakfast religiously every single day.
Restrict the intake of saturated fats like cheese, red meat,
hydrogenated vegetable or animal fat; instead choose olive oil,
sunflower oil, and soybean oil for cooking and lean meat, fish and
eggs as protein sources.
Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water daily.
Faulty Daily Practices of women at a Glance:
In present times there has been much hype for diet and exercise for
overall fitness but apart from these there are innumerous faulty
habits that also needs attention and modification for the women’s to
get long term benefits of exercising and diet. Many of the women
don’t even know that carrying a heavy handbag or wearing crippling
heels might be the reason for them getting back and leg pain now or
in near future.
Wearing heels: More and more of women are opting to wear heels on a
daily basis, and this could be bad news for their health. High heels
affect our posture, put pressure on joints, and can lead to a range
of conditions including arthritis, hammer toes, back pain and tendon
injuries – and that’s before you take into account any heel-related
accidents! To avoid such types of damage, limit the heels to 1.5
inches for daily wear, and wear insoles to help reduce the pressure
on joints.
Carrying a heavy handbag: With the rising number of gadgets
and accessories the majority of women haul around, many of the women
are carrying around several pounds of weight on their shoulders
every day. As a result, lots of them are also putting their long
term health at risk. While they may not feel the effects right now,
lugging around a heavy handbag can lead to serious back problems and
neck pain as well as poor posture. Don’t wait until the damage is
done so try clearing out all non-essential items and switching to a
smaller bag.
Sleeping with makeup on: Most of the women have succumbed to the
temptation to sleep in post-party makeup at some point. However,
leaving makeup on overnight – along with the dirt and oil that
naturally accumulates on skin throughout the day –is a quick route
to clogged pores, congested skin and spots. Sleeping with mascara
and eye makeup on can also affect the health by causing eye
irritation, bloodshot eyes or even infection.
Matching men drink for drink: From networking drinks to first
dates and social events, there are many instances when women may
feel compelled to keep up with the drinking habits of the opposite
sex. However, women not only tend to weigh less than men but they
have less body water to dilute the alcohol, which means they tend to
get more drunk more quickly. To minimize the risks of alcohol on
health, try to keep within the recommended guidelines for alcohol
consumption and alternate alcohol with soft drinks.
Wearing the wrong bra size: It is thought that more than 70 per cent
of women are wearing the wrong bra size. However, wearing a badly
fitted bra can not only affect the look of the clothes, but research
suggests it can cause a range of health problems including back,
neck and breast pain, breathing difficulties, poor posture, skin
irritation, circulation problems and even irritable bowel syndrome.
Rather than guessing the breast size, make sure to get measured to
ensure getting the support needed.
Worrying and harboring regrets: Stress is damaging to both
the physical and mental health, and women are twice as likely as men
to suffer from stress-related disorders, as well as having higher
rates of depression and anxiety. While it is thought there may be
biological reasons for this, worrying about the future and dwelling
on regrets can also add to the problems, with research suggesting
that women are more than twice as likely as men to harbor regrets
over lost loves and broken relationships.
Obsessing over appearance: While both genders suffer from
body insecurity, many women tend to overly obsess over their idea of
the “perfect” body. Body insecurity not only affects mental health,
but it can also lead to physical damage caused by extreme diets,
yo-yo dieting, eating disorders and cosmetic surgery.
Emotional eating: While comfort eating affects both genders,
research has suggested that men are more likely to reinforce
positive emotions with food, while women comfort eat when they’re
sad. Women are also more likely to satisfy their cravings with
sweet, high calorie foods which might affect their weight or overall
health in due course of time.
Not getting enough sleep: Not only can lack of sleep make us
look and feel at our worst, but insufficient shut-eye can also lead
to increased accidents, calorie consumption and heart disease risk.
Unluckily for women, statistics suggest that sleep problems affect
more women than men. Unfortunately, sleep has been found to affect
women’s blood pressure and mood more than men’s, making it
imperative for women to get a good night’s sleep.
Putting themselves last: Not only are women more likely to
compromise their sleeping habits to care for children and others,
they are also prone to putting their own wants and needs at the
bottom of a hectic to-do list of chores and obligations. To avoid
running yourself into the ground, learn to sometimes say no to those
requests and commitments that are less than essential, and make sure
to set aside some “me” time each week to do something enjoyable just
for you.
To live life to the fullest be healthy. Modify the lifestyle
including diet and daily routine habits through Indiadiets Tailored
Diet Plan for women’s health and lifestyle correction.
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