The term fasting is defined as self-denial of all intakes except water in an atmosphere of repose. It is also treated as a way of pleasing God in some religions. A person can practice fasting by making unusual intervals between routine food timings or can stay a longer period by intentionally opts not to eat/drink. We all have the ability of surviving without food for longer period than we realize. Fasting is a widely accepted natural way to normalize the body weight. It disbands the unnecessary fats deposited in our body. Those who fast look younger than those who don’t fast. Fasting helps to maintain youthfulness and long life. Spiritual experts say, when God has not answered to your prayers, try prayer with fasting. 20 benefits of fasting: Fasting can be for a full day or part of a day, preferably once in a week, the duration of fast depends on personal health and the purpose. 1. Fasting is constructive for both overweight and underweight persons. Weak persons also can practice fasting for improvement of their health; it is observed that, their weight will increase rather than decrease. Fasting also normalizes the digestive system of underweight persons and helps to cure existing disorders.2. Fasting is helpful for character building, developing self-discipline, temperance and to maintain better eating habits. 3. Fasting clears the skin and whitens the eyes. The disposal of toxic materials from the body and cleansing of blood during fast helps to clear certain skin problems, and it bring backs the original whites of the eyes. 4. Fasting once in a week and controlled eating habits … [Read more...]
World Kidney Day – March 13, 2008
World Kidney Day took place on March 13 to increase awareness on kidney diseases among general population. This day was celebrated to stress about the importance of early detection in reducing the impact of kidney diseases on general population. If we can diagnose kidney diseases early, we can avoid dialysis or kidney transplantation and prevent end stage renal failure. More than 1.5 million people are living on dialysis or kidney transplantation. World Kidney Day is a joint initiative of the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and the International Federation of Kidney Foundations (IFKF) and is held every second Thursday in March. World Kidney Day was launched in 2006 to raise awareness among general population. Diabetes and Hypertension are the major chronic diseases that are responsible for increase in incidence of kidney diseases. People with kidney diseases are 10 times more likely to develop heart attacks and strokes. Around 10% of world population is living with Kidney diseases i.e. more than 500 million people are suffering from some form of kidney disease. Kidneys are amazing organs that filter about 200 litres of blood every day. Basic tests to find kidney diseases: 1. Serum Creatinine - Single most important test to determine kidney function. 2. Blood pressure. 3. Blood glucose level (Diabetes). Diabetes causes Nephtopathy like Hypertension. World Kidney Day video: Watch this video to know more about why we are celebrating World Kidney Day. Why Kidneys are amazing organs? Watch this short animation video to know about kidney’s amazing functionality. Source: www.worldkidneyday.org … [Read more...]
