Hydration has been simplified to following a piece of advice that states: just “drink more water.” However, there is much more to hydration than that. It requires a proper combination of water and electrolytes such as sodium that the body uses to do its job.

Vitamin D is essential for healthy bones, muscles and several normal functions of the body. With growing awareness about vitamin D deficiency, testing has become increasingly common. Many people now include a vitamin D test in routine health check-ups even when they have no symptoms.

Due to wide road lanes and uninterrupted traffic flow, many feel that highways are safer in comparison to the regular roads of India. The experience of driving on Indian highways, however, during the night, reveals certain characteristics of driving that one should be aware of.

The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland located at the front of your neck that has a significant impact on your body. It regulates metabolism, energy level, body temperature, heart rate, mood, weight, digestion, menstrual health and even fertility. When the thyroid is not functioning properly, symptoms can be confusing and similar to those of everyday tiredness, stress, aging and/or lifestyle-related changes.