We all know pulses are tiny, but how many of us really know the fact that pulses are mighty also?  Edible seeds of plants belonging to the legume family are called pulses. It is worthy to note that pulses are of various shapes, sizes and colours etc. Various examples of pulses are Bengal gram, Toor dal, chickpeas, kidney beans or rajma etc. There are many nutrients present in the pulses such as folate, zinc, iron, magnesium, fibres etc. Being low in fat and rich in fibre content, intake of pulses would help us to manage or control our blood sugar levels. If we don`t consume pulses, then these would happen Muscle loss & weakness: Without consuming pulses, vegetarians would find it difficult without proteins. It must be noted that pulses are the best forms of plant proteins. By not consuming pulses regularly, we could get muscle loss and weakness. Poor digestion and gut issues: The digestive health would get affected by not consuming pulses that are rich in dietary fibres. Intake of pulses would keep gut microbes healthy plus supports immunity and digestion etc. When we consume less fibres then there are more chances of getting issues like constipation, bloating and gut based issues etc. We could get colo-rectal cancer, type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular issues etc. Iron deficiency and weakened immunity: It is known that pulses have folate, iron plus others like fibres, magnesium, zinc and potassium etc. By consuming pulses, we could avoid anaemia in us. Not only that, the presence of magnesium and potassium would keep heart health in good shape. Immunity would get improved by the presence of zinc. We could get health complications due to weakened immunity if we do not consume pulses.Please take care. More pressure on water and land: Not only humans benefit by eating pulses but also the pulses are also good for the environment. It must be taken into account that the nitrogen fixing ability would enrich the soil and would make the farming more sustainable. Land use and water use would be put to more pressure by the farmers in the absence of pulses as they would depend more on animal farming etc. This could lead to more environmental damage. Unhealthy eating habits: Many nutritious and high fibre based snacks like roasted chana, cheela and dhokla etc would not be consumed by us if there are n no pulses in the world. The people might eat popcorn, potato chips etc that won`t be good for their health in the long term. Lack of pulses would lead to high carbohydrate based processed foods and unhealthy eating. Increased risk of diabetes: It is known that pulses are low in GI or glycemic index and could be consumed by those who have diabetes. By not eating pulses, these diabetics would lose chances of managing their high blood sugar levels in the natural way.  In the absence of pulses, many would start eating high GI foods like refined grains etc resulting in metabolic disorders, weight increase, type 2 diabetes etc. Increase in weight: Balance of proteins, complex carbs and fibres are provided by intake of pulses. If there are no pulses available, then people might have to eat refined carbs such as white rice and bread etc. This would increase the calorie intake by us leading to weight gain. So, please be careful.

Having excess body weight could result in many serious health issues is a well known fact.  People try several quick ways to get rid of excess weight from them. For the sake of quick weight loss, many of us consume a fad diet without even knowing the side effects they could lead to. Shocking but true!! What exactly is a fad diet? By FAD diet or fad diet, we actually mean a frequently advertised diet which promises rapid results by means of specific food restrictions, extreme eating patterns etc. It is a diet that is popular for a short time only. Bitter fact regarding fad diets is that there would be no scientific evidence to support its claims. Disadvantages or side effects caused by eating fad diet are Nutritional deficiencies: In fad diets, micronutrients as well as macronutrients would be eliminated and it could lead to deficiencies in vitamins and minerals. It was brought to light by World Health Organisation/WHO that restrictive eating could lead to deficiencies in iron, calcium, vitamin D. By this, there are possibilities of getting problems like anaemia, osteoporosis etc. Slowed metabolism: When a person is on crash diet and extreme food restriction etc then their body would go into starvation mode. This would slow down the metabolism in them. By this, there would be muscle loss and makes it harder to maintain weight in the long run. More chances of heart disease: It is worthy to note that fad diets that are rich in saturated fats and low fibres etc could impact heart health negatively. Truth is that diets like ketogenic diets could increase cholesterol levels in us and there are more chances of cardiovascular diseases. Please take care. Digestive problems: When fibre intake gets reduced, then we could get gut based issues in us. This happens when we eat restricted food types. By eating low fibre diets, we could get issues like constipation, bloating etc. Loss of muscle mass: Instead of fat loss there would be muscle loss by eating fad diets for weight loss. Point is that lack of proteins would weaken the muscles and this would reduce overall strength and endurance etc. Weight rebound: Not many of us would know that the fact that intake of fad diets would trigger rebound effects also. It means once we get back to our normal eating pattern, then the body could regain weight quickly. This regained weight could even surpass the initial weight. Social isolation: When we consume fad diets etc, then following dietary rules would isolate us from the social events that involve food. More stress, anxiety etc: By eating fad diets for weight loss, there are chances of getting more stress and more anxiety etc. So, please be careful.

Not only teen aged boys and girls and youngsters get acne but even adults also!! Surprised right!! There are many in their 30s, 40s etc who get acne in them and find it difficult. If you are more than 30 years of age and get acne then don`t feel bad. Causes for adult acne are Poor diet: Adults could get acne on their faces if they eat too much dairy products and foods having high glycemic index. Hormonal changes: Hormonal changes can also lead to adult acne. It must be noted that the hormonal changes would occur during pregnancy or during menstrual cycle or when a person has PCOD issue. Stress: Stress can be due to many reasons and it is one of the most important reasons for so many health issues in us. Hormonal imbalance would occur due to uncontrolled stress. This could lead to more sebum production and more acne. Medications etc: There are possibilities of getting acne during adulthood due to certain medications etc. Point is that contraceptives could lead to adult acne. Underlying health issues: It must be noted that conditions like thyroid disorders and insulin resistance in the adults etc would affect hormones and could lead to acne. Family history: Genetics can also be a factor for acne in adults. If a parent has acne, then there are more chances of their kids getting adult acne too. How can adult acne be managed? Topical treatments: Salicylic acid, retinols, benzoyl peroxide etc are a few common options from which we can select. However, it is essential to consult an expert. Diet and lifestyle changes: Breakouts in adults can be managed well by consuming a balanced diet plus managing stress through relaxation methods and ensuring proper skin care etc. Home remedies: Point is that home remedies include topical application of certain ingredients that would benefit the skin. Examples are aloe vera gel, turmeric, tea tree oil, green tea extract etc. Medical treatments etc: Medical treatments are also available to manage acne in adults. Depending on the severity of acne, persons could opt for chemical peel or laser therapy etc.

Once a woman crosses the age of 40, her life becomes a roller coaster ride due to fluctuating oestrogen and progesterone levels. This is a well known fact. Leading a normal life could become more challenging for women above 40. It is true that on some days a woman might feel energetic and on other days she might feel exhausted etc. This is due to hormonal fluctuations in her. This stage is termed as perimenopause. A woman after crossing 40 years might have these symptoms. The symptoms are mood swings, changes in sexual desires, frequent headaches, brain fog, hot flashes, night sweating etc. Women above 49 must avoid doing these mistakes to avoid hormonal disruptions are By not eating enough proteins: After crossing 40, maintaining muscle mass becomes harder for the woman. Truth is that the cells would struggle to process insulin effectively. Not consuming enough proteins would lead to muscle loss by 10percent after the age of 40. So, please take care. By overdoing cardio workouts: Progesterone hormone plays an important role in the menstrual cycle, mood and sleep etc. Overdoing cardio workouts or exercises would lower progesterone in a woman. Therefore, women must be cautious regarding this. By not bothering about alcohol impact: Intake of alcohol would release histamine. Moreover, when the estrogen levels drop then the woman would find it difficult to process them. This could lead to disturbed sleep and would make the woman feel drained throughout the day. By skipping supplements: When nutrition cannot provide with the much needed nutrients supplements would provide. Truth is that supplements would bridge the nutritional gaps. Randomly picking up would not be ideal. The need and right dosage of supplements is very important. Please take care. By relying on IUDs and HRTs: The main cause for perimenopausal symptoms would not get fixed by IUD s and HRTs etc.  Women must try to take diet based changes first before trying these two mentioned. It is believed that by identifying certain triggers like dairy, alcohol etc symptoms of perimenopause could be managed well naturally.

The overall health as well as well being of men would get affected as their bodies undergo many physiological changes once they cross 30 years of age. Point is that after 30 the metabolism in men would slow down, testosterone levels would reduce. There is more risk of getting chronic health issues like diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, osteoporosis etc. There are certain natural supplements that men above 30 must consume and it would boost their health by increasing energy, enhancing muscle function and improving heart health etc. Various natural supplements that must be consumed by men above 30 are Intake of omega 3 fatty acids: Both heart health as well as cognitive health could be maintained by the intake of omega 3 fatty acids present in the flaxseeds, fish oil etc. It is worthy to mention that intake of omega 3 fatty acids would lower inflammation plus lower bad cholesterol and support brain health. Intake of vitamin D: For strong bones, testosterone levels boost and for mood improvement, Vitamin D intake is very essential. Men above 30 must consume vitamin D supplements as it would improve their muscle strength, reduce inflammation and lower risk of osteoporosis. Vitamin D supplements would be needed for men above 30 if they do not get enough sunlight exposure. It is a known fact that sunlight is a natural source of vitamin D. Intake of magnesium: For muscle function, nerve transmission and energy production, intake of magnesium is necessary.  It was revealed by a research study that magnesium deficiency is associated with hypertension, fatigue and muscle cramps etc in men above 30. Intake of zinc: For immune function, wound healing and testosterone production etc, intake of zinc is necessary. It was brought to light by a study that low zinc level would lead to decreased libido, reduced sperm quality etc in men. Zinc supplements would enhance testosterone levels and improve reproductive health. This was as per a study published in the Journal of Nutrition. Intake of Ashwagandha: Men above the age of 30 must take Ashwagandha, an adaptogenic herb for stress reduction, improved energy levels and better testosterone production etc. It was brought out by a research study that ashwagandha supplements intake would lower cortisol and improve well being. Intake of coenzyme Q10: For better heart health, cellular energy production and reduced oxidative stress etc, men above 30 must consume coenzyzyme Q10. Men after the age of 30 would have better blood vessel function plus reduced heart disease risk etc when they consume coenzyme Q10. Intake of probiotics for gut health: For digestion, immunity and overall health, men who have crossed 30 must consume probiotics for the sake of their gut health, lowered inflammation and improved nutrient absorption etc. Men above 30 years of age would have superb mental health by consuming probiotics supplements Note: Health supplements must not be consumed alone but together with a balanced diet, regular exercises and healthy lifestyle choices etc. For the sake of right dosage and effectiveness, it is necessary to consult a healthcare professional.