We come across a lot of health advise both online and offline. Have you ever paused to wonder if they are really true or backed by science? Today, we will be separating myths from facts and empowering you to make informed health decisions. Understanding Health Myths Health myths refer to widely held health related beliefs that are not supported by scientific evidence. They tend to spread rapidly through various platforms and even though they are sometimes well-intentioned, they can have detrimental consequences. Poor health decisions brought on by misinformation can impact individuals as well as entire health communities. Debunking Specific Health Myths Myth 1: Cold Weather Causes Colds The Fact: Colds (URTIs) are mostly caused by viruses, not by cold itself. While colder weather may lead people to spend more time inside (which can increase transmission), it’s the virus itself that causes illness. Myth 2: Herbal Remedies Are Always Safe and Effective The Fact: Natural rem...

Why Can’t You Sleep? Do you ever find yourself staring at the ceiling at 2 AM, wondering why you can’t fall asleep? Or waking up feeling exhausted even after eight hours in bed? You’re not alone! Good sleep isn’t limited to the number of hours you sleep, sleep quality matters too. Poor sleep hygiene is one of the biggest reasons people struggle with rest. In this article, we’ll explore the right way to sleep and small changes that can make a big difference. What is Sleep Hygiene? Sleep hygiene refers to the habits, behaviours and factors in the environment that can be adjusted to improve your night sleep. Think of your body as a phone, without proper charging, it won’t function well. Sleep hygiene is like having the right charger and using it correctly. The overarching aim is to improve sleep quality and ensure you wake up feeling refreshed. The 7-Day Sleep Hygiene Challenge Want better sleep? Try this one tip per day and keep note of your progress. ✅ Day 1: Set a Consis...

  THE POWER OF HANDWASHING A Simple Habit That Can Save Lives Have you ever thought of a simple habit to incorporate into your life to protect your health? Handwashing, remains one of the most cost-effective and readily available means to protect ourselves from illness. Why does Handwashing Matter? Our hands are always with us, coming in contact everything like door handles, electronic gadgets, food and sometimes even bodily fluids. Conversely, they can also be exposed to harmful microorganisms along the way predisposing us to diseases like diarrhoea, respiratory illness, and foodborne infections when these microorganisms spread from our hands and gain entrance into the body. Several studies have shown that good hand hygiene can help reduce greatly the rate we fall sick, protecting not just us but also entire communities. How does Handwashing protect you and others? Transfer of microorganism from source of infection to a susceptible host is an important part of the chain of infecti...