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Stay Healthy Just Through Knowledge Than Medicines

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Dr. Amit PatelAyurvedic Doctor • 19 Years Exp.Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)
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A healthy body houses a healthy mind. And the health of a person is not just the absence of diseases, it includes the overall physical, mental, social and spiritual wellness of the body. Nowadays, a huge importance is given to the holistic treatment approach, where it is being emphasized that only medicines are not the only cure. While it was earlier believed that every health problem has a solution in a pill, the necessity of medication to solve health issues is now being re-thought upon. In fact, social awareness about self-care, fitness and right nutrition benefits an individual more than any pill available in the market.

Certain ways of imbibing knowledge on self-care without using medicines and using it to maintain a healthy life are as follows:

  1. Mindful eating – A well balanced diet, consisting of sufficient quantity of macro and micro nutrients, is the key to good health. One single diet does not fit everyone’s health needs. It is important to identify what your own body lacks or has in excess. Being both underweight and overweight is harmful for the body. Also, lack of nutrients like vitamins, minerals can cause certain diseases and disorders arising from deficiencies. Rather than eating just for living, it is essential to think, watch and then eat.
  2. Exercise routinely – Just as the body needs sufficient food to be healthy, it also needs proper exercise to maintain the energy levels in the body. Apart from regulating weight, routine exercising also helps to improve brain health and memory. Other benefits of exercising includes boosting happiness, reducing the risk of chronic diseases and increasing flexibility and self-confidence.
  3. Manage stress It is always advised to never underestimate the deteriorating effects of stress. What may seem like minor symptoms due to small routine issues like work pressure, money problems, family matters can later pile up and cause harmful effects on the overall health. Identifying the need of intervention is important in an early relief from stress and preventing depression. Meditation serves as the best way to relieve stress and also in curing depression. Prescription medications and the side effects related to them can be avoided by meditating daily to calm down and relieve one’s own anxiety.
  4. Read appropriate literature – With the advancement of internet and unlimited access to multiple websites on health and fitness, there is vast knowledge available on every topic possible. Bu surely, not everything available on internet is authentic and reliable. It is necessary to follow self-help tips and advices that come from reliable sources and authentic websites. In case of conflicting opinions, it is best to consult a trust worthy professional for correct information.

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