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As Indian Railways suspended services of its passenger trains from the 22nd of March, its parcel van services, carrying perishable items, mostly daily essentials like v

Railways to run special 'parcel express trains' across India

As Indian Railways suspended services of its passenger trains from the 22nd of March, its parcel van services,&nbsp;carrying perishable items, mostly daily essentials&nbsp;like vegetables and dairy items, were also suspended. However, authorities have now decided to run&nbsp;special 'parcel Express Trains' to provide continuous&nbsp;supply of essential goods in various local markets. These trains will run on routes including New Delhi-Guwahati,&nbsp;New Delhi-Mumbai, and New Delhi-Kalyan&nbsp;among others, and&nbsp; will also help in nationwide transportation of medical equipment and medicines.&nbsp;

As Indian Railways suspended services of its passenger trains from the 22nd of March, its parcel van services, carrying perishable items, mostly daily essentials like vegetables and dairy items, were also suspended. However, authorities have now decided to run special 'parcel Express Trains' to provide continuous supply of essential goods in various local markets. These trains will run on routes including New Delhi-Guwahati, New Delhi-Mumbai, and New Delhi-Kalyan among others, and will also help in nationwide transportation of medical equipment and medicines.

In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, it is absolutely important to maintain a holistic lifestyle and follow a nutritious diet. However, there are other ways that mi

In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, it is absolutely important to maintain a holistic lifestyle and follow a nutritious diet. However, there are other ways that might boost your immunity and offer protection from various infections, one such effective way is by consuming homemade kadhas.
Kadhas are Ayurvedic drinks that are prepared with certain herbs and spices. These are easy to make and help strengthen your immune system. Check out these easy-peasy homemade kadhas recipes that you can whip up in no time.
1. Tulsi Kadha
What you need
Water Tulsi leaves Ginger Raisins Black pepper powder Cinnamon powder Lemon juice
Take a utensil and pour two glasses of water into it. Add tulsi leaves, black pepper powder, cinnamon powder, ginger and raisins. Stir the mixture and boil it for around 15 minutes. Now, strain the mixture and add a dash of lemon juice to it as it is a good source of vitamin C. One can consume this drink early in the morning or before going to bed.
2. Dalchini Kadha
What you need
Cinnamon powder Water Ajwain Elaichi Honey
To make this kadha, you need to take a vessel and pour a large cup of water into it, then add a teaspoon of ajwain, one cardamom pod (black) and one bark of cinnamon. Let it steep for 5 minutes and strain it before serving. If you want to sweeten it further you can add a teaspoon of honey. For best results, drink it once or&nbsp;twice a day.&nbsp;
3. Turmeric Kadha
What you need
Water Turmeric Tulsi leaves Ginger Peppercorns Clove Cinnamon stick Munakka
In a pan, pour around two cups of water and boil all the spices nicely including turmeric, tulsi leaves, ginger, peppercorn, clove, cinnamon stick and munakka. If you are putting in 3 litres of water, let it boil down to 2 litres. Strain the mixture and have it early in the morning when the kadha is warm.
These immunity-boosting Kadhas are really soothing for the throat and may offer relief from various health issues like cold, cough or fever as well.

New research investigating the effects of modified intermittent fasting (MIF) on the skin of people with psoriasis has yielded promising results. Psoriasis

New research investigating the effects of modified intermittent fasting (MIF) on the skin of people with psoriasis has yielded promising results.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Psoriasis is a chronic, systemic immune-mediated skin disorder that&nbsp;makes skin cells multiply faster than normal and form scales and itchy, dry patches.&nbsp;&nbsp;
In the study presented at the EADV Spring Symposium, participants&nbsp;with mild psoriasis&nbsp;who followed&nbsp;the&nbsp;5:2&nbsp;MIF diet exhibited&nbsp;a significant reduction in scaling and thickness. In the 5:2 diet, people eat normally for five days of the week and follow a low-calorie diet on two consecutive days.&nbsp;&nbsp;
A total of 24 subjects were enrolled in the study, half the group followed MIF for 12 weeks, and the other half stuck to their regular diet.&nbsp;Fasting subjects reported significantly less scaling and&nbsp;skin&nbsp;thickening at 6 and 12 weeks, with 30 per cent of patients also reporting a decrease in itching.&nbsp;
&lsquo;The results of this study add to the growing body of evidence linking the impact of gut health on the skin,&nbsp;offering&nbsp;some promising results for patients&nbsp;of psoriasis,&rsquo; said the lead author of the study.

Health experts have time and again stressed the importance of a good night’s sleep for your overall well-being. Now, a research team has discovered that people w

Health experts have time and again stressed the importance of a good night&rsquo;s sleep for your overall well-being.
Now, a research team has discovered that people who&nbsp;get&nbsp;six to seven hours of sleep a night had the lowest chance of dying from a heart attack or stroke in comparison to those who got less or more sleep.
Presented at the American College of Cardiology's 70th Annual Scientific Session, the study claims to be the first to explore a link between baseline cardiovascular risk and sleep&nbsp;duration.
The study&rsquo;s lead author said that sleep &lsquo;may be among the most cost-effective ways to lower cardiovascular risk.&rsquo; His research adds to a growing body of evidence&nbsp;affirming that just like&nbsp;diet, smoking and exercise, sleep may also play a defining role in someone's cardiovascular risk.
According to the researchers, unlike some risk factors for heart disease that can't be changed, such as age or genetics, sleep habits can be adjusted and should be routinely asked about during medical visits.

With the weather getting hotter every day, you may be craving some cool and hydrating drinks to refresh your energy. But not every beverage is created the sam

With the weather getting hotter every day, you may be craving some cool and hydrating drinks to refresh your energy.&nbsp;But not every beverage is created&nbsp;the same. While there are some great drinks to soothe a parched throat like coconut water and buttermilk, there are many other&nbsp;not so great ones.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Here are five beverages that may taste delicious but are actually pretty harmful to your body in the long run.&nbsp;&nbsp;
PACKAGED FRUIT JUICE&nbsp;
You might think fruit juices are full of vitamins and minerals but the packaged juice bottles are also loaded with sugar. Most packaged juices rely on a&nbsp;watered-down concentrate mixed&nbsp;with&nbsp;nearly&nbsp;as much sweetener as a can of soda.&nbsp;&nbsp;
DIET SODA&nbsp;
The so-called healthy alternative to coke, diet sodas are really not that great either. Experts say that&nbsp;just&nbsp;like their sugary cousins,&nbsp;diet soda also has the potential to cause obesity and may present a variety of unstudied health issues.&nbsp;&nbsp;
ENERGY DRINKS&nbsp;
The go-to drink for those who want a quick recharge, energy drinks combine sugar and stimulants in a concoction that can prove to be quite dangerous over time. These drinks have been linked to&nbsp;a higher risk of heart disease and blood pressure spikes.&nbsp;&nbsp;
PREMIXED COCKTAILS&nbsp;
Premixed alcoholic drinks sound pretty handy but are quite troublesome. Apart from the pesky preservatives, the added sugar&nbsp;and flavourings expedite the dehydration process that is already being brought upon by the alcohol.&nbsp;
SWEETENED ICED TEA&nbsp;&nbsp;
If it has been sweetened already, it's best avoided. Sweetened iced tea powders offer so much convenience that we forget about the side effects of all the artificial sweeteners that are often used to make them.&nbsp;You&rsquo;d be much better off brewing your own tea and&nbsp;controlling the amount of&nbsp;sugar you want to add.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Whether you love it or tolerate it, the pandemic has pushed nearly everyone to cook their own meals. And while cooking may be a fun and therapeutic exercise, it can get

Whether you love it or tolerate it, the pandemic has pushed nearly everyone to cook their own meals. And while cooking may be a fun and therapeutic exercise, it can get pretty&nbsp;tiresome&nbsp;when you have to do it every day.&nbsp;
Thankfully, there are some hacks that make&nbsp;everyday&nbsp;cooking and meal prep a little bit easier.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Make a big batch of gravy
You can get a lot out of the same gravy created using the same exact base, for example, a tomato&nbsp;masala&nbsp;puree or&nbsp;a&nbsp;boiled onion and nut paste, can be used to whip up a variety of curries in no time. Make a big batch and refrigerate it in an airtight jar.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Dips and chutneys to the rescue
Nothing brightens an otherwise bland meal better than a refreshing chutney on the side. Whether you like&nbsp;a mint chutney or a hummus dip, these simple homemade condiments&nbsp;are also&nbsp;a great&nbsp;snack when paired with&nbsp;some chips&nbsp;or crunchy veggies.
Simplify your breakfasts
Cooking all three meals daily is a mammoth task. Simplify your morning by making overnight oats or chia pudding that you can&nbsp;quickly put together before bed and enjoy in the morning. Alternatively, you can freeze some fruits&nbsp;and veggies&nbsp;and blend them in the morning for a quick and delicious smoothie.
One-pot&nbsp;meals&nbsp;are your best friend
Possibly the most annoying part of cooking is&nbsp;washing&nbsp;the dishes. Reduce the number of pans and pots&nbsp;that need to be washed by experimenting with one-pot meals. You can cook some vegetable rice or add meat to your noodles.
Planning makes all the difference
Cooking at home demands time and effort so our last bit of advice is to plan your meals. This way you&rsquo;re at least not stuck wondering what to make when the hunger pangs come knocking.
To make cooking easier, always keep a running list of meal ideas and make sure your pantry is always filled with the basics. Happy cooking!&nbsp;

People with diabetes have a more difficult time regulating their blood sugar. Those with type 1 diabetes are not able to produce insulin, the hormone that helps the bod

People with diabetes have a more difficult time regulating their blood sugar. Those with type 1 diabetes are not able to produce insulin, the hormone that helps the body convert blood sugar into energy. And those with type 2 diabetes cannot use insulin effectively. As a result, blood sugar levels are often much higher for people with diabetes, especially in the morning.
What is the dawn phenomenon?
That early morning jump in your blood sugar is called the dawn phenomenon or the dawn effect, it happens between 2 am and 8 am. The effects of the dawn phenomenon can vary from person to person, even from day to day. It is believed that the natural overnight release of counter-regulatory hormones makes your insulin resistance stronger, which makes your blood sugar go up. You may also have high blood sugar in the morning as a result of not getting adequate insulin the night before or due to you skipping your medicine or eating the wrong snack before bedtime.
How to lower morning blood sugar?
Eat dinner early and try to stay active by going for a walk. Check with your health care provider about the medicine you&rsquo;re taking. Eat breakfast properly as it helps bring your blood sugar back to normal. Eat a snack with some carbohydrates and protein before bed. Avoid all sweetened beverages, like soda, fruit punch, fruit drinks and sweet tea, as just a single serving can raise your blood sugar.
If it happens for several mornings in a row, check your insulin level once during the night around 2 am or 3 am for a few nights. Then, take those numbers to your doctor. They can figure out if you really have the dawn phenomenon, or if something else is causing those higher morning numbers.

Thanks to the pandemic, your Mother's Day celebration is going to look very different for the second consecutive year. You may have to resort to catching up with y

Thanks to the pandemic, your Mother's Day celebration is going to look very different for the second consecutive year.&nbsp;You may have to resort to catching up with your&nbsp;mum&nbsp;through video or phone calls for her own safety this year. The coronavirus&nbsp;outbreak&nbsp;has even put many mothers on the frontlines as they help fight the battle against the biggest health crisis of our lifetime.&nbsp;&nbsp;
As many of us grieve all that we have lost, perhaps the best way to honour our&nbsp;relentless&nbsp;mothers is by helping&nbsp;the people around us. Dedicate a gift to your mother through these organisations&nbsp;that are&nbsp;helping&nbsp;people brave the devastating second wave of Covid-19.
Hemkunt Foundation&nbsp;is helping arrange oxygen supplies for Covid-19 patients.&nbsp;
Under the &lsquo;Rahat Covid-19' initiative,&nbsp;Goonj&nbsp;is providing dry ration, soap, sanitisers, masks and sanitary napkins to the underprivileged.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Donation platform&nbsp;Give India&nbsp;is running several campaigns for oxygen supplies and other life-saving medical&nbsp;equipment.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Mastermind Foundation&nbsp;is taking care of the mental health needs of people with free counselling sessions in regional languages&nbsp;
Uday Foundation&nbsp;is&nbsp;distributing&nbsp;dry ration, cooked meals, wellness kits as well as oxygen concentrators amid the pandemic.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Another donation platform, you can find donation campaigns for medical supplies&nbsp;and dry ration drives on&nbsp;Ketto.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Lastly, if you really want to buy a gift for your mother then go shop from your local, small business owners. These&nbsp;businesses have suffered immensely and would greatly benefit from a little support!

Following Covid-appropriate protocols like masks, hand washing and social distancing are the best way to safeguard your health in this pandemic. At the same t

Following Covid-appropriate protocols like masks, hand washing&nbsp;and social distancing are the best way to safeguard your health in this pandemic.&nbsp;At the same time, strengthening one&rsquo;s immunity and physical well-being&nbsp;cannot be underestimated as a preventative measure.&nbsp;&nbsp;
To help the general public, the Ministry of AYUSH has shared a list of Ayurveda-approved things you can do to help boost your immune health.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The ministry recommends the drinking of lukewarm water frequently throughout the day.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Common kitchen spices like&nbsp;turmeric, cumin, coriander, dry ginger and garlic should be used while cooking regular meals.&nbsp;&nbsp;
AYUSH experts also recommend consuming amla or Indian gooseberry, which is a rich source of vitamin C.&nbsp;
Gargling using warm water with a pinch of turmeric and salt is also a part of the guidelines.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The preventative tips&nbsp;suggest&nbsp;you practice at least 30 minutes of&nbsp;yoga, pranayama, and meditation every day.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Last but possibly the most important tip from the AYUSH&nbsp;Ministry is getting&nbsp;adequate&nbsp;sleep of&nbsp;around 7-8 hours every night. The experts&nbsp;recommend&nbsp;avoiding&nbsp;day time sleep.&nbsp;
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Disclaimer:&nbsp;editorji does not provide medical advice. The information, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images and other material contained in this story are for informational purposes only. No material in this video is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have related to Covid-19.

World Thalassaemia Day is observed on the 8th of May every year to create awareness about the disease and to help patients lead a normal life despite the burden of the

World Thalassaemia Day is observed on the 8th of May every year to create awareness about the disease and to help patients lead a normal life despite the burden of the disease. The 2021 theme for this day is "Addressing Health Inequalities Across the Global Thalassaemia Community.&rdquo;
What is Thalassaemia disease?
It is an inherited blood disorder in which your body has less hemoglobin than normal, this disorder passes from parents to children. Hemoglobin is the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. Due to low levels of hemoglobin, patients with thalassaemia suffer from anemia.
It should be noted that mild thalassaemia may not require treatment but people with severe thalassaemia require regular blood transfusions to cope with the condition. Weakness, pale skin, dark urine, constant fatigue and abdominal swelling are some common symptoms of this disease.
Patients with thalassaemia experience slow growth due to low hemoglobin levels and anemia. Therefore, it is necessary to maintain a healthy diet. Also, one should stay connected with the doctor constantly for medication and supplements to avoid complications.

The continuing COVID-19 pandemic remains a public health emergency worldwide, and those with underlying health conditions like diabetes remain at the top of the list fo

The continuing COVID-19 pandemic remains a public health emergency worldwide, and those with underlying health conditions like diabetes remain at the top of the list for risks associated with the novel coronavirus.
According to American Diabetes Association, people with diabetes face greater risks of complications when dealing with COVID-19. The risk of catching the virus in diabetics isn't higher than anyone else but they could face severe health issues if they get sick and if their diabetes isn't well-controlled.
To reduce the chance of getting infected, people with diabetes should strictly practice social distancing, maintain good hygiene, always wear masks in public and try to keep their blood sugar under control as it weakens the immune system and makes it difficult to fight off infections. Here are some more precautions diabetics must follow.
1. Make sure you eat properly and stay hydrated. You need the right amount of carbs to maintain healthy blood sugar levels throughout the day.
2. COVID-19 can reduce your appetite and cause you to eat less, which could affect your sugar levels. Check your blood sugar more often than usual.
3. Take your medication as directed because if you stop taking prescribed medications, you're setting yourself up for serious complications.
4. Try to stay active while you are at home, exercise and walks help to manage&nbsp;diabetes.
5. Take care of your immunity by consuming immunity-boosting foods such as chickpeas, carrots, walnuts, lentils and fatty&nbsp;seafood.&nbsp;
6. Pay attention to your mental health as social and physical isolation may increase anxiety and depression.
Lastly, watch for symptoms and get yourself tested if required.

Confirming the age-old adage, scientists have found that green leafy vegetables are the key to better heart health. The team from New Edith Cowan Unive

Confirming the age-old adage, scientists have found that green&nbsp;leafy vegetables are the key to better heart health.&nbsp;
The team from&nbsp;New Edith Cowan University notes that&nbsp;eating just one cup of nitrate-rich vegetables every day can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease.
Participants who regularly ate nitrate-rich foods, including leafy greens, radish, turnip and beetroots, had lower blood pressure and&nbsp;were less likely to be diagnosed with heart disease many years later.
Examining data of over 50,000 people in a 23-year-long Danish study, they found a 12-26 per cent reduction in cardiovascular disease risk.
Writing in the&nbsp;European Journal of Epidemiology, the scientists clarified that eating one cup of raw (or half a cup of cooked) nitrate-rich vegetables was optimal for this purpose and eating more or taking supplements 'didn't seem to give any additional benefits.'

A pulse oximeter is a better indicator of infection in older adults than temperature checks, finds a new Covid-19 study led by researchers at the Washing

A pulse oximeter&nbsp;is a better&nbsp;indicator of infection in older adults than temperature checks, finds a new Covid-19 study led by researchers at the&nbsp;Washington State University.
Adding that people have gotten accustomed to checking their temperature during the pandemic as fever is a common symptom of the virus. However, the paper notes that baseline temperature is lower in older adults which means a fever may be overlooked using the standard definitions of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or greater.
Additionally, some Covid-19 patients have no visible signs of having low oxygen levels, such as shortness of breath, yet have oxygen saturation below 90 per cent. Such asymptomatic hypoxia can be associated with extremely poor outcomes&nbsp;noted the team in the journal Frontiers in Medicine.&nbsp;
Detection of hypoxia is critical&nbsp;in the prevention of infection progression, initiation&nbsp;of&nbsp;treatment and helps in better&nbsp;allocation of scarce healthcare resources.&nbsp;

Learn the correct way to practice belly (diaphragmatic) breathing with holistic lifestyle coach Deepika Chopra.

Learn the correct way to practice belly (diaphragmatic) breathing with holistic lifestyle coach Deepika&nbsp;Chopra.
<ol>
<li>Belly (diaphragmatic) breathing helps in lung expansion</li>
<li>Helps you utilise your lungs to their max capacity</li>
<li>Do this exercise with a biofeedback</li>
<li>Place a half-filled water bottle on your belly button</li>
<li>Hold it gently from the sides</li>
<li>Do a deep inhalation through the nose, exhale from the mouth</li>
<li>Notice how the bottle goes up and down with your breath</li>
<li>Utilise your diaphragm for breathing</li>
<li>The biofeedback helps you practice belly breathing properly</li>
</ol>
Disclaimer:&nbsp;editorji does not provide medical advice. The information, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images and other material contained in this story are for informational purposes only. No material in this video is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have related to Covid-19.

Hand hygiene is not a novel concept, however it has assumed more significance owing to the current Covid-19 health crisis. According to WHO, washing hands regularl

Hand hygiene is not a novel concept, however&nbsp;it has assumed more significance owing to the current Covid-19 health crisis. According to WHO, washing hands regularly with soap and water is the best way to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
The World Health Organization (WHO) marked May 5 as World Hand Hygiene Day recognising the role of clean and safe hands in warding off many serious infections. This year's theme is 'Achieving hand hygiene at the point of care.' The point of care here refers to the place where three elements come together: the patient, the health care worker and care or treatment involving contact with the patient or their surroundings.
The 'Save Lives: Clean Your Hands' global campaign was launched in 2009 to maintain global promotion, visibility and sustainability of hand hygiene in health care and to bring people together in support of hand hygiene improvement around the world.

In order to fight the battle against infections, it is integral to keep your immunity in check. A weaker immunity can make it harder for your body to recover quickly. W

In order to fight the battle against infections, it is integral to keep your immunity in check. A weaker immunity can make it harder for your body to recover quickly. While eating a balanced diet all day is important, there&rsquo;s nothing like kick-starting your day with foods that give your immune system a boost.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Add these foods to your breakfast to reap the benefits:&nbsp;&nbsp;
OATS&nbsp;
Oats are extremely rich in dietary fibre and have anti-microbial properties which makes them a&nbsp;great&nbsp;immunity breakfast.&nbsp;They&nbsp;also contain selenium and zinc, two&nbsp;essential&nbsp;nutrients for warding off infection and helping you stay in fighting shape.&nbsp;&nbsp;
FIG OR ANJEER&nbsp;
A tiny fruit with big benefits, figs are loaded with&nbsp;immune-boosting Vitamins A and C, potassium, calcium and magnesium.&nbsp;The&nbsp;fibre&nbsp;and antioxidant properties in&nbsp;figs or&nbsp;anjeer&nbsp;not only&nbsp;supports immunity but also&nbsp;helps&nbsp;maintain oxygen levels in the blood.&nbsp;&nbsp;
PAPAYA&nbsp;
Bright, tropical fruit papaya helps keep our stomach clean and is a good source of vitamin C.&nbsp;Best enjoyed uncooked and ripe, papaya has good amounts of vitamin B, folate and potassium.&nbsp;It&nbsp;also&nbsp;contains an enzyme called&nbsp;papain&nbsp;which is very good for the digestive system.&nbsp;
CURD&nbsp;
If you start your morning with parathas, then add some curd on the side. You can even consume yoghurt as a post-exercise snack after your morning workouts&nbsp;for a flush of energy.&nbsp;The probiotics&nbsp;in curd help&nbsp;support the&nbsp;immune&nbsp;system&nbsp;and it's also high in protein.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
AMLA&nbsp;&nbsp;
Some amla in the morning can have numerous health benefits. Whether you have it raw with a sprinkle of salt, make some amla juice or suck on amla candies, this berry has amazing benefits for your skin, hair, stomach and immunity. Amla is rich in vitamin C, E and A as well as iron and calcium.&nbsp;&nbsp;

If you’re getting tested for the novel coronavirus, make sure to note your CT value in the test report. The CT count or the cycle threshold is a number menti

If you&rsquo;re getting tested for the novel coronavirus, make sure to note your CT value in the test report.&nbsp;The CT count or the cycle threshold is a number mentioned in your RT-PCR test, indicating the level of seriousness of the infection.&nbsp;In simpler terms,&nbsp;the CT count tells you whether you are&nbsp;Covid-19&nbsp;positive or not and to what extent the&nbsp;infection&nbsp;has spread in&nbsp;your&nbsp;body.&nbsp;
As samples move through cycles, the sooner the virus is detected, the higher the viral load is supposed to be.&nbsp;&nbsp;
According to the ICMR,&nbsp;35 is the number to confirm the presence of virus infection, which means if a person has a CT value of 35 or more, then they do not have Covid-19.&nbsp;People with&nbsp;a CT value of&nbsp;25 to 34&nbsp;are said to&nbsp;have mild signs of infection. But if this value is 24 or less, then the condition of such a patient can be very serious.&nbsp;
Disclaimer:&nbsp;editorji does not provide medical advice. The information, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images and other material contained in this story are for informational purposes only. No material in this video is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have related to Covid-19.

At the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, one of the three basic symptoms of this viral infection identified by the World Health Organization was a cough. A patient

At the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, one of the three basic symptoms of this viral infection identified by the World Health Organization was a cough. A patient recovering from COVID-19 could have either a dry or a wet cough to deal with.
Managing the cough, clearing it out properly and being able to breathe freely again is a big part of the recovery process that every&nbsp;patient has to go through. Maintaining a good COVID-19 recovery diet packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants can surely help deal with the cough to some extent. Here are a few tips recommended by the National Health Service that can help you manage both types of cough.
Tips to manage a dry cough
A dry cough can put a lot of strain on your throat and make sleep next to impossible. Cover your mouth with your arm when you cough and wash your hands with soap and water frequently.
1. Drink plenty of water, especially lukewarm water throughout the day as staying hydrated is absolutely essential. You can also drink warm water with lemon and honey, kadha, clear broth or eat some yummy soup.
2. Swallowing may be difficult when you have a dry cough and inflammation, so take small sips of fluids instead of gulping them down.
3. In case you don&rsquo;t have any warm fluids nearby and your throat feels dry, swallow your saliva repeatedly to soothe your throat.
4. Steam inhalation and gargling with saline water is a must if you want the dry cough to disappear quickly. Pour hot water in a bowl, put your head over the bowl, cover your head with a towel and breathe in the steam. You can also use a steam inhalation machine.
 Tips to manage a wet cough
Having to spit out your cough and phlegm frequently makes a wet cough very difficult to handle. It&rsquo;s important that you take every precaution and dispose of your phlegm safely to prevent the spread of the virus.
1. Don&rsquo;t lie on your back while sleeping or resting. Lie on either side with your head elevated on two-three pillows, this will help you get some relief from the cough.
2. It&rsquo;s important that you walk a bit around your room to clear out your chest.
3. Drink plenty of warm and lukewarm fluids to loosen the mucus in your lungs and release the cough faster. Drink warm water, herbal tea, broth and eat soup to facilitate this.
4. Steam inhalation, when taken thrice or more during the day, also helps loosen the phlegm in the lungs and clear it out.

If you’ve been trying to eat up to strengthen your immune system, here’s one thing that you would probably benefit more by eating less.

If you&rsquo;ve been trying to eat up to strengthen your immune system, here&rsquo;s one thing that you would probably benefit&nbsp;more&nbsp;by eating less.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Researchers have found that the amount of salt you eat can impact your immunity.&nbsp;Publishing&nbsp;in the journal&nbsp;Circulation, the team found that a high intake of salt can disrupt&nbsp;mitochondrial respiration and suppress immunity.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Sodium can accumulate at inflammation sites in the body and affect the functioning of innate and adaptive immune cells, found the team.&nbsp;So, the less you reach for the salt shaker, the better it is for your health. In fact, salt also raises blood pressure and thereby increases the risk of heart attack or stroke.&nbsp;
So how much is too much? According to researchers from the study, &lsquo;adults are recommended to limit their daily intake to five or six grams at most. The calculation includes the salt that is hidden in processed foods.&rsquo;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Learn how you can do the Bhramari Pranayama at home to increase your body's Nitric Oxide levels with holistic lifestyle coach Deepika Chopra.

Learn how you can do the Bhramari&nbsp;Pranayama&nbsp;at home to increase your body's Nitric Oxide levels with holistic lifestyle coach Deepika&nbsp;Chopra.&nbsp;

According to a recent TOI report, more than 70,000 people across the country reached out to a mental health helpline in the last financial year, indicating the imp

According to a recent&nbsp;TOI report, more than 70,000 people across the country reached out to a mental health helpline in the last financial year, indicating the impact of the&nbsp;Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown on people's psychological state.
The Mpower helpline, which has an ongoing tie-up with the Government of Maharashtra and the BMC, received maximum calls from people between the ages of 26 to 40 years which included teachers, corporate employees, students and even farmers.
As per the&nbsp;Mpower helpline spokesperson, 70% of all callers in the past year were male. Nearly, 25% of the callers reported stress and anxiety related to career, health and exams. About 8% of the calls were related to relationship problems and a large number of people also called to seek help for their anger management and addiction problems.
A child and adolescent psychiatrist at&nbsp;the&nbsp;Mpower helpline said that things have changed this year. With increasing instances of younger children contracting&nbsp;Covid, there is a whole new spectrum of anxiety amongst parents with regard to child mortality.

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