RAWALPINDI: Nutritionists and dietitians on Sunday stressed the need to formulate a National Nutrition Policy (NNP) to raise awareness about the importance of nutrition and its impact on the health of present and future generations. They were speaking at a seminar organized by the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics (MDN), National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS) to celebrate the ‘Nutrition Month of March’, celebrated worldwide on the theme “Fuel for the future”. » Dr. Abdul Momin Rizwan, Head of Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, NUMS, in his speech said that it was imperative to have a National Nutrition Policy (NNP)…
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Many work-related factors can impact mental well-being and potentially cause or contribute to psychological harm (i.e. stress, anxiety, distress, trauma). They may relate to the particular work that people do for the BBC (which may be traumatic or distressing in some way, for example reporting in hostile environments, making documentaries on sensitive subjects, viewing graphic images) or more to daily factors relevant to the BBC. any workplace, such as workload, sense of control, work relationships, etc. It’s important to remember that it’s not just about trauma and stress; people can experience a range of negative emotional reactions and psychological injuries…
Brain health is the state of brain functioning across the cognitive, sensory, socio-emotional, behavioral, and motor domains, enabling a person to realize their full potential throughout their life, regardless of the presence or absence of troubles. Different determinants related to physical health, healthy environments, safety and security, lifelong learning and social connections as well as access to quality services influence how our brain develops, adapts and responds to stress and adversity. These give way to lifelong promotion and prevention strategies. Optimizing brain health addressing these determinants not only improves mental and physical health, but also creates positive social and economic…
Social media has removed the stigma surrounding mental health issues, which is a huge improvement for society. Mental difficulties are no longer shameful or expected to remain hidden, but welcomed, and many new avenues for help have been introduced. With my time on social media, every time I scroll through Instagram or TikTok, I see a post regarding mental health with millions of views and thousands of comments. According to Mashable, “by all counts, there have never been more people reporting mental health issues than there are now, especially among the young people who dominate social media. » Although the…
Eight ways to encourage healthier eating habits among employees and contribute to productive workdays In the workplace, effective nutrition-focused wellness initiatives have been shown to save on healthcare costs, improve productivity, and even improve workplace morale. Food fuels the body and the brain, so what employees eat can make or break whether they have a very productive and efficient day or a slow and listless day. Employee health: Keeping teams happy, healthy and productive in the new normal Endometriosis Action Month: Women Don’t Talk About Their Menstrual Health Rethinking employee health and well-being in 2022 However, when it comes to…
Mental health is important to our overall health. Mental health matters! Mental Health includes our emotional, psychological and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, act, manage stress, interact with others, and make choices. Mental health is just as important as physical health throughout our lives. Mental health issues are common: more than one in five American adults live with a mental illness.1 Mental health issues are treatable and often preventable, but not everyone has access to the resources they need. People from certain racial and ethnic minority groups face more difficulty than others in obtaining mental health care.
Cooking is funny; cleaning is not. And while any kitchen will inevitably require some cleaning, there are certainly ways to keep post-dinner dishwashing needs to a minimum. My favorite way? Cook an entire dinner on one sheet pan.In addition to the low cleanup commitment, sheet pan dinners cook themselves. The method allows you to cook your proteins, vegetables and starchy foods in the same place and at the same temperature. The key? Choose ingredients that cook for approximately the same time and temperature, and cut them to size. If you’re cooking with delicate vegetables like tomatoes or zucchini, you’ll want…
By: Drew Watson, MD, MS, FAAP Mental illness is an extremely common and significant problem among adolescents. Although sport and physical activity have enormous mental health benefits, young athletes are not exempt from ongoing efforts mental health crisis. In fact, certain aspects of a competitive athlete’s life, such as perfectionism, external pressures to perform, or serious injuries, can increase the risk of mental illness. In contrast, improving mental health and well-being can not only help young athletes feel better, but may even have significant benefits for them. performance and reduce disease and injury risk. What’s the best way to…
Modern technology has put a world of information at our fingertips. While technology has made our lives easier in many ways, it has also created entirely new types of stress for the 21st century. According to this year’s results from APA’s annual Stress in America™ survey, more than eight in ten Americans are very attached to their gadgets (81% say they are constantly or often connected to at least one device). 18% of adults identify technology as a very or somewhat significant source of stress, and 20% of U.S. adults say technology causes the most stress when it doesn’t work.…
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