Health and Hygiene of Body and Mind

Tips to overcome depression Engaging in positive and motivational activities can be helpful in managing and overcoming depression.  However, it's important to note that these activities should complement, not replace professional treatment when necessary. Here are some motivational activities that may contribute to a more positive mindset. Regular exercise Physical activity has been shown to have a positive impact on mood.   It releases endorphins which act as natural mood lifters. Mindfulness, and Meditation Practicing mindfulness and meditation can help in reducing stress and promoting a sense of calm. It encourages living in the present moment. Setting realistic goals break down larger tasks into smaller, more manageable goals. Achieving, these smaller goals can provide a sense of accomplishment.   Creative outlets Engage in activities that allow for self-expression, such as writing, drawing, painting, or playing a musical instrument.   Socializing...

Factors of Depression Depression is a complex mental health condition with various potential contributing factors. It's important to note that individual experiences with depression can vary, and a combination of several factors may be involved. Here is a list of common factors that can contribute to depression: Biological Factors: Genetic predisposition: Family history of depression can increase the risk. Neurotransmitter imbalances: Changes in brain chemistry, particularly involving serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine. Psychological Factors: Traumatic experiences: Physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, neglect, or other traumatic events. Chronic stress: Prolonged exposure to stressors without adequate coping mechanisms. Low self-esteem: Negative self-perception and persistent feelings of inadequacy. Personality factors: Certain personality traits, such as perfectionism or pessimism. Environmental Factors: Life events: Major life changes, such as divorce, loss...

  FIREPLAY – TOXIC GASES IN FIREWORKS From early 70s it has become a tradition among people to light fireworks to celebrate cultural and religious festivals or other ceremonies. Most of us are aware that fireworks are dangerous and lots of people end up at hospitals due to fireworks during festive seasons. Yet, the people who engage in lighting them or the observers have never stopped to think about the environmental damage and health impacts caused by fireworks. Factories and vehicles release toxic gases when they run too. But we can’t stop them because they are directly involved with economy. At least can’t we stop lighting fireworks to protect the environment to some extent? TOXIC ELEMENTS IN FIREWORKS In addition to carbon and sulfur all fireworks contain substances such as arsenic, manganese, sodium oxalate, aluminum, iron dust, potassium perchlorate, strontium nitrate, barium nitrate, oxidizers and added colors. Burning of fireworks releases a large number of toxic gases suc...

  SUICIDAL FUN – ADDICTION TO DRUGS A teenager may want to feel the fun of smoking a cigarette for the first time. He/ She may really feel a kind of fun so he/she would try it second time and would continue. One of his/her friends would invite him/her to share a joint, saying that it was like smoking a cigarette. So, he/she would try it and next time they try cocaine or heroin. In that way he/she would become a drug addict. On the other hand, a teenager would consume a beer at a party for the first time would end up having whiskey. Eventually they would ruin everything such as family bonds, education, reputation and good friends over drugs. Why do people tend to have drugs? 1.       Curiosity There is a saying that curiosity killed the cat. It means when you learn the lesson you are no more. Most people who want to test drugs end up as drug addicts. 2.       Depression When someone is alone and feel depression, he or she wants to get rid of...

  POISON IN FAIRNESS CREAM The manufacturers of fairness creams promise to make your skin fair as fast as possible: within three days or within a week. You expect a quick result may be to attend an interview, go for a date, take photos to post into your Instagram account, whatever. Have you ever been aware about the things you apply on your skin, especially on your face? Do you know that most of commercial fairness cream contain poisonous ingredients which brings short term as well as long term damage to your skin and even on other vital organs? ·     The most harmful toxic ingredients containing in fairness creams are mercury, lead, steroid and hydroquinone. Mercury and Lead Both lead and mercury belong to metal and they are extremely toxic. They are not supposed to include in cosmetic products but they do. These both metals are used as ingredients in skin lightening products. According to dermatologists, prolonged use of mercury and lead can cause skin discolorati...

  Food and feed contamination by mycotoxins (toxic substance produced by fungi) has become a grave problem to food manufacturers. Among various types of mycotoxin fungi aflatoxins (AFs) are being regarded as highly toxic and harmful.  What is aflatoxin? Aflatoxin is a toxic substance produced by certain fungi found on agricultural crops such as wheat, cereal grains, corn, peanuts, cottonseed, tree nuts, dried fruit, and some spices such as chili and paprika. They produce this substance during metabolism. There is a range of aflatoxin named as B1, B2, G1, G2, M1 AND M2 . Which fungi produces aflatoxin? The main fungi that produce aflatoxins are  Aspergillus flavus  and  Aspergillus parasiticus , which are abundant in warm and humid regions. Aflatoxin-producing fungi can contaminate crops mainly in the field, at harvest or during storage. How are people exposed to aflatoxin? They can be exposed to aflatoxins by eating contaminated food (corn, peanut, cereal etc.) ...