“Technology is a useful servant but a dangerous master” – Christian Lous Lange

Norwegian diplomat made the above statement in his Nobel peace prize acceptance speech in 1921. This statement was meant to describe how technology has become a useful aid for humans but he also warned that it could evolve and become an uncontrollable entity. Who would have thought that the statement will hold its importance the most after almost a century?

People today use technology more than ever. Technology is omnipresent; it’s everywhere. Wherever we go, whatever we do we are surrounded by it. However, there is a point where people are getting overtaken by technology. People are becoming more and more dependent on it to the point where it is now becoming unhealthy and is posing a great threat to the physical and mental health of people. Today one of the major global issues includes the over-dependence on technology and the negative consequences of it. But the people most affected by it are the young generation i.e. the millennials and the generation Z.

The evils of being addicted to the internet and our mobile screens are not inconspicuous. Everyone knows about it. On a regular basis, we come across various seminars, debates, articles, essays and forums which emphasizes the harm growing technology is doing to us. But while everyone knows about it very few really understand the seriousness of it. And even if they do understand they bring little to nothing change in their lifestyle in order to prevent it.

Generation Z was the first to have internet technology readily available at a young age. Whereas the millennials interacted with the technology like no other generation before them. They exploited the internet and the technology given to them like no other generation before and used it to its full potential for their personal benefits as well as for the advancement of society. So it is but natural that they are the ones that are facing the most negative consequences.

The social impact

One of the major impacts that the internet has brought in our lives is that it has made it easier for us to connect with anyone in the world. It has made the world a global village. With the advent of social media platforms, people can now interact with anyone in the world. This has made our world a small space where meeting new people, making new friends and sharing of thoughts and ideas has become very easy. But how exactly has it impacted our social skills?  Talking via a text is the most preferred form of interaction these days. But why? Teens and adults are immersed in their technology devices oblivious to the world around them. It won’t be wrong to say that texting behind a screen where the person you are talking can neither see nor hear your voice is relatively much easy compared to when you interact with someone face to face. This is because face to face conversation includes both verbal and non-verbal communication. The tone of the speaker, the facial expressions, body language, maintaining eye contact as well as the posture and space between the speakers these all are to be taken care of when involved in face to face conversation. These all indicate the emotional intelligence of a person. With the lack of face to face interactions, people these days are losing their ability to communicate effectively. They often feel anxiety when in groups and are not able to voice their opinions. This prevents them from becoming successful in schools, colleges, and the workplace. Over 18% of the US population suffers from anxiety and this should definitely ring a bell.

Also, people neglect grammar and spellings while texting. This has decreased the vocabulary of people and the language of people has deteriorated drastically.

The health effects

There is no denying that an individual’s screen time has increased exponentially in the past decade.  In fact, a 2014 Nielsen report found that adults log a total of about 11 hours of screen time a day. Some ways in which our health is negatively affected are

• More screen time=more weight: More screen time means a more sedentary lifestyle. This is one of the main reasons for obesity among the young generation.
• Vision issues: Looking at a screen for extended periods of time can cause “computer vision syndrome.” The symptoms: strained, dry eyes, blurred vision, and headaches.
• Chronic pain or back pain: Poor posture when using screens combined with can cause chronic neck, shoulder, and back pain.
• Poor Sleep: Studies link heavy computer and smartphone use to increased sleeping issues. The blue light from digital devices suppresses the sleep-promoting hormone melatonin, keeping us from having restful sleep.
• Impaired cognitive function: Cognitive imaging studies have found that spending too much screen time will lead to less efficient information processing.
• An early death: A 2011 study of 4500 adults showed that lots of screen time raised the likelihood of death by up to 52% while being a good exerciser only lowered that by about 4%. So it’s not just the sedentary lifestyle; it’s something about screen viewing itself that causes our bodies to work less well.

A man who uses the computer far too often.

The text neck

The angle at which you hold your head when using your cell phone could affect the cervical spine and result in a condition known as ‘text neck’. This is according to a study by New York-based back surgeon, Dr Kenneth Hansraj. The relatively new condition, which Hansraj calls an epidemic, is commonly caused when too much pressure is placed on the spine due to bad posture, especially those positions in which we find ourselves when we use our cell phones and tablets. This is making us ‘hunchback’ generation.

Reduced creativity

People these days don’t use their brain to their full capacity. This trait can be especially seen in the school and college students who are dependent on the internet completely for doing their projects and assignments. All the information is just a click away, so they hardly need to do any work on their own. This reduces the growth of one’s brain and turns them into mere robots with little creativity and individuality.

A means to distract oneself from real problems

Apart from the above-listed issues, one more problem with people today is that many a time they use technology to distract them from the real issues and problems. The problems don’t necessarily mean those that are there in their personal life, but also the political, economic and geographical problems of their country and the world. The video games and social media serve as an excellent source of distraction which gives them temporary happiness and the dose of dopamine. And is what, in my opinion, very harmful for the community as a whole. Because closing your eyes isn’t going to solve the problems nor will it changes the situation. If at all, it makes the matter even worse. Being ignorant of global issues makes it even more difficult for the leaders of the world to solve them. At a time when the world is facing major issues such as immigration, climate change, terrorism, economic crisis, etc., there is a necessity to raise awareness about these problems and talk about them.

The list of the problems of with the bent neck generation is endless. There is a shift in the physical, mental and psychological pattern of people with the advent to technology. Many of which, cannot be listed but only be understood. Now, it would definitely be a bigoted thing to say that technology has done more bad than good. But a line has to be drawn on how much time do we give to the various devices and gadgets. Technology is a queer thing; it brings a gift in one hand and stabs in the back with other. So now we have to decide what we make of it.

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Anxiety, Stress and Depression are different but all are interrelated.

To lead a healthy and successful life, we need to understand our brain. All the functionality of our body is nothing but a response to the electromagnetic impulse generated by our brain. When we understand our brain well then it becomes easy to cope with problems related to it.

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Well, we all know that fitness is the most common new year resolution but the commitment to stay fit turns down to failure, waiting to get added in the next year fitness resolution. And it happens every single year. The reasons for failure are many but the main reasons are a weak mindset and inability to adapt with the change.

Well, if you are here and reading this, then these 5 ideas will really bring a great change to your fitness game:

• Start exercising, avoid gym

This is the biggest failure in the list that people get the gym membership but most of them get fail by the end of the week. We have to believe that human can’t sustain the sudden changes and there are great chances to bounce back to the comfort zone.

So, take a 10-minute workout challenge for 25 days and first learn to build a habit, but the most important thing here is timing. You have to work out at the same time every day, oscillating to 25 days. This will create a habit and now you can take up the ‘change’ and can move ahead towards the half-hour schedule and so on.

• Less caffeine, more water

It is sad but true that caffeine is fooling us in this era. People are relying too much on the caffeine-driven energy. But the truth is that caffeine only kills the sense of tiredness. In easy words, “you are tired but your brain will not feel it”. You are not active in reality but caffeine makes u believe that you are active.

When you feel tired, you should just drink a glass of water and feel the change. Oxygen present in the water is completely able to drive our minds to the next level in less than 1 minute, but we have a strong presumption that the best thing always comes with a price.

• Less refined, more whole (grains)

This will be one of the most difficult thing for you to do, but will be the most prominent. The refined grains are unknowingly the big part of the diet and merely ‘OATS EATING’ won’t make your health resolution work.

Try to eat more whole grains and also try to avoid the refined grains. To avoid refined grains, one has to check the nutrition level before buying even 10-Rupee snack but many a times one doesn’t take a look at that. Generally, we will find more nutritious food a bit expensive but this commitment will boost the metabolism and energy.

•  Unpack the packed

This might be surprising but is true that packing comes with its own limitations. Even the packed oats have some unhealthy characteristics due to the preservatives added for the packing.

Yes, it is also true that you can’t completely avoid packaged food but you can minimize it to the limit like “buying peanuts instead of peanut butter”, as both have the same nutritional value.

You can do the same with the snacks and juices you have for a better and more healthy approach. The bright side is that it will save both, your health and pocket.

• Trust nature

This may sound strange but is true. In today’s world of globalization and marketing, we are more attracted to the market and the things which are less in the current geographical area. We are more attracted towards the imported fruits, grains and oils only to show off and sometimes the myt that we have the more healthy life.

The truth is that every geographical region has the characteristics to support the life system according to the climate. Using some good stuff of other ecological system is good but total switching is a completely bad idea. Sometimes being desi is completely healthy.

Start slow, bring the change and make the health game BIG. Fitness is not the gym, it’s the state of the mind and body.

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When people could not complete their resolution they simply say, ‘resolutions are meant to be broken’. But you can’t escape from the fact that you’re cheating yourself. This new year take such resolutions that you can fulfill. You really need not to take big steps which you find tough to do later. Most important is to add such things that will be of the same importance on any other day as important it sounds today.

So here are 5 such new year resolutions you can make that will not fail.

1. Me time – This is very important for enhancing yourself. Me time refers to the time we give to our self. Out of 24 hours, give at least half or one hour to you. In that time, do intra-personal communication, that is, to discuss in mind about the day, or things you should work upon. This will help to build confidence and will strengthen your pros and rectify the cons. This will surely help you to find the Real ‘You’.

2. Read something positive – Reading is the best exercise for your mind. Do read for 30 minutes to an hour on a regular basis. It makes the mind productive as while reading, you find new words, proverbs, idioms and a lot more. If you can’t find a book or a novel, just read newspapers. It will make your habit of reading as well as you will be aware of the happenings around you. A positive reading is emphasized here as people wish to find happiness in everything. And positive reading is a boon to the mind as well as body.

3. Give the right way to your hobby – Everyone has a hobby or liking to something, which, in this dynamic world, gets buried somewhere. So this year, get a fresh start and give your precious time to something which you were supposed to do long before. If you are a pet lover, then take your loving one home, caress them and enjoy with them. If you have a green thumb, then discover a small area in your home and grow some beautiful flowers there. All in all, in 2019, do in which you find comfort.

4. Overcome unhealthy behavior – Each one of us has gloomy- gleamy behavior. We get praised for your gleamy behavior, but often neglect our dark side. And sometimes, it creates trouble for us. If you really wish to find a way for it, try to find out those aspects which are the root cause of those gleamed behavior. Analyze and hit the root cause of the problem and it will be solved.

5. Believe in you and be happy – It is a very important and much-needed resolution to fulfill. People today are dramatic and always comparing their lifestyle with others, which make them sad. First of all, strike this thought out of your mind that you are unhappy and others, whom you see are happy and enjoying. It is the mindset and your will that can make you happy and satisfied even at the minimum resources as well as you can be pessimist even if you have everything along with you. Hence, good deeds and positive thoughts are key to happiness, and always be fortunate enough for the life you have got.

You can adapt and follow any of these resolutions, or/and take another one as per your needs. But be sincere to complete it and with no cheating. Wish you all a very happy and healthy and prosperous New Year.

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“Man, you got 6 packs. You are fit, I want to be like you.”

“You’ve got a nice physique, you are fit as hell.”

In our society, many-a-people judge fitness of others by looking at the body they expose. If anyone has a nice physique, then he/she is fit – this is the general conception.

But we have an immediate counterexample to that – Akshay Kumar, the famous Bollywood actor is considered to be one of the fittest actors in the industry. It is so, despite the visible fact that he doesn’t possess an impressive body.

Yes, fitness can be linked to bodybuilding, but obviously, both are not the same.

Let’s discuss it in details:

Bodybuilding:

This is very less known fact that the body shape you have got and its growth depends totally upon genetic factors. Bodybuilding is simply directed at the goal of achieving a good physique. It doesn’t define the way how you get that. No matter you are taking drugs or a lot of protein shake, steroids or anything. It ends at the instant when you have achieved the goal of having an impressive-looking body. This is absolutely clear from the fact that there is no drug test before the competition of bodybuilding, even in Mr Olympia, the biggest platform of bodybuilding. People are dying due to drugs in the chase of an impressive body.

Fitness:

Fitness is all about the way of life we live. Fitness has not much to do with bodybuilding, but if you take care of your fitness then, in the long run, it can give you a nice and well-maintained physique. This is all about eating properly, leading a disciplined life, sleeping well and exercising daily. It is something that can help you to work continuously for 10 hours because it provides a healthy state to your mind and your body is ready.

Well, you can achieve a nice physique if your genetics allow that, but the most important thing is that if you are fit, then you will be more flexible than a bodybuilder, and you will have a much healthier life than them.

It is your choice to choose between fitness and bodybuilding, but avoid drugs if you are not a professional bodybuilder.
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We believe, fortunate is the one who possesses money in the shell, Neglecting the fact, that Health is Wealth.

Money is no doubt needed more than anything else, but it can’t be earned unless one is physically and mentally fit. Yes, we are talking about health here, the most important yet neglected thing to look upon. Leading a luxurious life is not just a matter of prosperity but well-being.

We have heard the typical aphorism ‘HEALTH IS WEALTH’ but how many of us take it seriously?

According to the WHO data from the Global Health Observatory, The Probability of dying between 15 and 60 years m/f (per 1 000 population, 2013) in India is 239/158. The total expenditure on health per capita (Intl $, 2013) is 215 i.e., 4% of the total per capita income (reference:  http://www.who.int/countries/ind/en/) and as per the recent survey, ‘Social Consumption in India: Health’, by the National Sample Survey Office’, in a rural area 89 per 1000 persons reported illness against 118 in urban areas. (Reference: with fewer sick people, Bharath is healthier than India. Business line. Retrieved from: http://m.thehindubusinessline.com/news/variety/with-fewer-sick-people-bharath-healthier-than-india/article7375436.ece).

Looking at the condition of illness in the country, our nation, all over the world is being portrayed as weak instead of called strong in spite of being a fairly rich state. It clearly shows that wealth is just like the diamond in the coal mine which is unless polished by health can’t attain its true value.

Now the question arises, if health is so important, why we humans neglect it the most? It is because our health is the most loyal friend of ours. It makes us go to work until we reach the extreme whereas wealth comes to us with the struggle and its typical human behavior to exfoliate what comes naturally, but we don’t understand that once it’s gone, no wealth is going to help us survive.

While talking about good health being the most valuable part of us, it is necessary to talk about how to attain it. Good health means fit body and healthy mind. It’s not only restricted to physical fitness, mental fitness is even more important which can be attained with simple steps like regular exercising, healthy food intake, regular and consistent water intake, taking care of hygiene, escaping from the mental stress and the most important of all, smiling in all circumstances. Looking forward to these simple yet most effective things leads to a joyful life.

Money can’t buy happiness. If we earn good but aren’t healthy, no money can make us feel good, whereas a low income, but a good and healthy lifestyle can lead to immense happiness with true pleasure to enjoy what we already have. Never compromise health over anything because as we know and till now have understood, ‘Health is true wealth’.

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Scientist across the globe has different belief over the working of our brain. Some scientists believe that the human brain functionality can be best explained on the basis of lateralization i.e. left and right brain works differently and communicate to each other using some sort of connection.

On the other hand, some researchers have a belief that part of the brain (i.e. left or right) which is in charge of certain operations depends upon the dominance of that part of an individual.

This brain dominance is usually predicted by whether the person is left handed or right handed. Also, by looking at the way the person is learning, it can be described best which brain is functioning, left or right.

Left Brain Characteristics and functions

Left brain in the human body is thought to be included following functions

1. Understanding any situation and getting the bigger picture of that situation
2. Activities which involves the movement of large muscles for e.g. Walking
3. The balance of the body
4. Nonverbal Communication
5. Controlling Emotions
6. Controlling functioning of our nose, ear and tongue i.e. sensing smell, taste, and sound.
7. Immune system control
8. Functions in our body which are involuntary happening i.e. breathing, digestion, heartbeat etc.
9. Analytical and logical thinking, a person’s problem-solving skills and mathematical ability

Right Brain Characteristics and Functions

1. It helps in understanding which is less and which is more.
2. Processing visual shape of items
3. Understanding verbal ambiguity
4. When we need to give attention to something, the right brain comes into the picture.

The right and left brain are different in many ways and also from one individual to other, the working and function of a brain may differ depends upon the dominance of part of the brain. The part of the brain which is responsible for one’s language is always the one which is dominant in that individual and usually will be the opposite of the handedness of that person.

For e.g., if you are a right-handed person, the language function area of your brain will be most likely located in the left brain.

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PLU code

PLU stands for price look-up. IFPS PLU codes are used on produce items that are sold loose or bunched, by weight or by each (i.e. an individual apple or bunch of greens). An IFPS PLU code contains 4 to 5 digits. The IFPS PLU code is key-entered at the point of sale in order to obtain the price. IFPS PLU codes are approved and assigned by

International Price Look-Up (PLU) numbering scheme for produce items. The international PLU system is governed by voluntary cooperation of participating countries that are represented by national or regional representatives on the International Federation for Produce Standards (IFPS) Board of Directors. PLU codes have been used by supermarkets since 1990 to make check-out and inventory control easier, faster, and more accurate.

In 2001, the national users of PLU codes for produce met and formed a group to administer PLU codes at a global level. That group, now the IFPS, continues to address harmonization of the international PLU codes for produce items and is a forum for other standardization efforts impacting the produce sector. New IFPS PLU applications may be reviewed at a regional or national level before submission to the IFPS. The IFPS recognizes that a regional or national review group may exist to ensure this process.

IFPS Member

IFPS membership is divided into two classes:

Ordinary Members: National trade associations or groups of regional trade associations acting in a broad representative capacity that are representing the interests of companies actively engaged in the fresh produce industry supply chain.

Associate Members: Any individual or organization associated with the fresh produce industry supply chain, but not operating as part of it.

IFPS National or Regional Review Group

Groups of national trade associations and/or industry representatives responsible for the review of IFPS PLU applications before submission to the IFPS. Depending on the region this national review may then flow through a regional review group before submission to the IFPS.

Restricted Use IFPS PLU codes

A PLU code approved and assigned by the IFPS Board for produce either

1. a) restricted FOR use only in one specific country or group of countries or
2. b) restricted FROM use in one specific country or group of countries.

Retailer Assigned IFPS PLU codes

A PLU code approved and assigned by an individual retailer for use in their retail outlets only. Retailer Assigned codes are part of the master list of IFPS PLU codes which can be utilized in the IFPS PLU scheme

In some countries, retailers have opted for national coordination of these numbers.

• The IFPS PLU scheme for identifying produce sold in bulk/loose at retail was first introduced in the U.S. and Canada but has spread to include use by retailers in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Norway, Sweden and Mexico.
• An IFPS PLU code is a 4- or 5- digit number used to identify loose or bulk produce. The number can be used in the following ways:
• It can be placed on a small sticker on the individual item.
• In some instances, such as grapes or cherries, the IFPS PLU number is printed on the outside of the open bag.
• If an item is too small, or the surface not appropriate to hold a sticker, the IFPS PLU code will not be on the item but will be used in retail systems and at the point-of-sale (cashier).
• The use of IFPS PLU codes is voluntary. IFPS PLU codes utilize numbers in the ranges of 3000 – 4999, 93000 – 94999 and will expand to include the 83000 and 84000 series in the future.
• A prefix of ‘9’ is used in front of the 4- digit number (3000 or 4000) to identify the item as organic creating the range 93000 – 94999 for organically grown produce items.
• On the supply side of the industry, any grower/packer/shipper shipping to any country utilizing the IFPS PLU codes for fresh produce needs to ensure they meet the expectations of their customers. This typically means that the 4- or 5- digit number must be printed on a small sticker (or by other means depending on the produce) and adhered to the individual pieces of produce.
• Foodservice operators/receivers do not typically utilize the IFPS PLU system since most of the produce they receive is used in food preparation but it is recommended that you discuss this issue with your foodservice customers.
• Utilizing the correct IFPS PLU is crucial as an incorrect number will lead to incorrect identification, and therefore pricing, of product at the Point of Sale (POS). If an incorrect number is noticed before the produce is placed in the supermarket, retailers may request that the shipper re-label the product or may re-label it themselves. In either instance, it leads to additional costs in both material and staff resources

Basic Scope

The IFPS PLU scheme applies to loose produce, with the following qualifiers:

• Produce is defined as fruits, vegetables, dried fruit, herbs, and nuts.
• Most sealed, containerized or packaged produce falls outside of the scope of the IFPS PLU scheme as they use a barcode which is identified with a GTIN. There are some exceptions such as the example of grapes which are often packaged in a plastic bag with the IFPS PLU code clearly indicated on the bag. (The item is still sold as a variable weight item.) IFPS PLU Codes User’s Guide – September 2016 Page 7
• Excluded from the scheme is produce that has been additionally processed (e.g. stuffed vegetables, juices, purées, portioned product, etc). The main criteria for deciding exclusions are:
• additional foods, other than produce, are added to the basic item of loose produce.
• additional processes require techniques other than minimal cutting to create the finished food product. This is because, in some countries, such processes are treated differently for food hygiene and labeling regulation compliance.
• the IFPS needs to agree, on a case-by-case basis, on the amount of processing that is done in order to assign an IFPS PLU code (versus preparation).
• grade, quality or regional variation shall not be an attribute which justifies a different IFPS PLU code.
• geographic identification of growing region shall not be a justification for a global IFPS PLU.
• produce that is identified by a trademark is not eligible for a unique IFPS PLU number.

 Range of IFPS PLU Codes

The block of codes allocated for global use need not be in a contiguous block. The numbers range in the 3000, 4000 and 83000 and 84000 series

Conventionally Grown Identification

The 3000 or 4000 series number signifies that the item is conventionally grown, i.e. 3000-4999. In the future, an additional range of numbers will be used, 83000-83999, for conventionally grown items.

Organic Identification

The prefix ‘9’ combined with a 3000 or 4000 series number signifies that the item is organic. i.e. 93000 – 94999. In the future, an additional range of numbers will be used, 84000-84999, for organically grown items.

Retailer Assigned Codes

Blocks of numbers have been left unassigned and are designated for use/assignment by individual retailers. These codes allow the retail introduction of new products which do not meet the criteria for assignment of a global code. The assignment and management of these codes is left entirely to the discretion of individual retailers and it is strongly recommended that suppliers using these codes ensure coordination in the event of more than one retail customer selling their new product

Using the IFPS PLU code

It is important to follow this guideline:

• Don’t use an IFPS PLU on any bagged product always sold at that weight and not weighed in the store for pricing. You may use an IFPS PLU with a corresponding barcode (EAN-13, UPC) if the product can be sold either “by the each/per unit” or weighed for pricing.
• It is incorrect to use both a barcode and IFPS PLU code(s) together on an item that can only be sold in a fixed weight form, such as a 1-pound bag of carrots. That bag of carrots is never sold in variable weight form: the cashier would never weigh it on the scale and determine its price based on a price per pound/kg. It is always sold just as is: a 1-pound bag of carrots and should carry the appropriate barcode.
• Some retailers have indicated their preference for a barcode whenever possible on variable weight produce. This may vary from retailer to retailer and should be considered when preparing to code for the product. IFPS PLU Application – September 2016 15.

Benefits of Using IFPS PLU Standard Codes

 Retailers who use standard codes report that these:

• Improve scan data and pricing integrity · Enhance sales and profitability
• Reduce labour and supply costs because clerks no longer need to label items in the store
• Provide the building blocks for effective category management in the produce department

Shippers who use the standard codes report that these PLU codes:

• Help variety sales and pricing by removing inefficient practices of cost averaging similar looking items at retail
• Make compiled sales data more accessible from retailers and services which compile retail sales data
• Make retailers more willing to carry additional varieties and recognize premium varieties or sizes
• Do require a significant conversion cost in packing line machinery because labelling must be done after sizing, not before

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The number of people affected by diabetes has risen from 108 million in 1980 to 422 million in 2014, says the latest WHO report.
Diabetes is no longer a disease of elaborately rich nations, but it has spread to many low and middle income countries.

What is Diabetes?

It is a progressive chronic disease in which the blood sugar level increases beyond the safe limits. Increased sugar levels gradually affect major internal organs like heart and kidneys.

This anomaly occurs for two reasons

• The pancreas stops producing enough insulin to break down glucose and
• The body loses the ability to utilize insulin to convert blood sugar into energy.

The result of above-stated cases is the dramatic increase in blood sugar levels.

Diabetes has been classified into following four categories:

1. Type 1: It is the insulin-dependent stage. The patient can’t survive without a daily dose of insulin. It is characterised by the inability of Pancreas to produce insulin. This stage is incorrigible and to retain a comfortable living a person must resort to strict eating habits and daily exercises.
2. Type 2:  The patient is not dependent on Insulin. It is characterised by the body’s inability to break down glucose. Majority of diabetic patients suffer from Type 2 diabetes. It generally results from obesity and physical inactivity. In this stage conditions can be improved by changing the lifestyle otherwise there are high chances of progressing to Type 1 diabetes.
3. Gestational Diabetes: In this stage, the blood sugar level is slightly above the normal value. Women with gestational diabetes may see complications during pregnancy and at delivery. Their child is at a higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
4. Impaired glucose tolerance and impaired fasting glycaemia: IGM and IFM are the intermediate stages between Type 2 diabetes and normality. The person can’t avoid pressing into Type 2 diabetes.

Consequences of diabetes:

1. Heart attack
2. Kidney failure
3. Vision loss
4. Nerve damage
5. Leg amputation

 Apart from jeopardising lifestyle, diabetes increases the risk of premature death.

Diagnosing Diabetes

Science at its best, diagnosing diabetes comes handy. A simple blood test can reveal if you are suffering from diabetes or not. Treatment of the same must be started as soon as one becomes aware of his/her medical condition.

Prevention and treatment

Treatment of diabetes differs for different stages of it. It should be known that eradicating diabetes completely is not possible yet, but if one remains vigilant he/she can keep a check on diabetes. It being a progressive disease can be devastating if not checked upon.

Blood glucose should be controlled, particularly in type 1 diabetes. People with type 1 diabetes require insulin, people with type 2 diabetes can be treated with oral medication, but may also require insulin.

The patient must resort to a much-disciplined lifestyle, no cigarette, no aerated or alcoholic drinks and no tobacco.

Retinal scanning must be done at regular intervals to avoid loss of vision.

Yoga can help a lot in curbing diabetes by improving the internal systems of body and obviously by decreasing blood pressure and stress.

Diabetes as a potential epidemic

It can be concluded from the above discussion that diabetes is a silent killer. Lifestyles of people have changed drastically without taking into consideration the impending impacts of these changes. Stress, night shifts, traffic, pollution, contaminated food, polluted water and less rest has deterred our bodily systems. If united steps are not taken to create awareness about diabetes then it will surely result in a global epidemic.

This year the theme of world diabetes day is ‘Women and Diabetes’. Stigmatisation and discrimination faced by people with diabetes are particularly pronounced for girls and women, who carry a double burden of discrimination because of their health status and the inequalities perpetrated in male dominated society. International diabetes foundation and WHO are working hand in hand to create awareness about diabetes.

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1. Split your diet:

Instead of having 3 or 4 heavy meals, one should take 6 or 7 easy and light meals. Remember this will make you feel light all day long and ultimately you will have more concentration.

2. Drink Adequate Water:

Drink as much water as you can. Trust me, this is going to help you beyond your imagination. Take a bottle of water with you while you study and slip it slowly and regularly. This will increase your concentration as well as will help you to maintain your energy level.

3. Exercise Regularly:

Exercising regularly will recharge your mind. Exercising here does not mean that you have to hit the gym and exercising for hours. You have to give only 15 minutes. Do some cardio exercise and includes necessary stretching.

4. Avoid Junks:

Avoid junk food during examination time. Junk food can ruin your concentration level and will ultimately reduce your output. If you don’t have time to cook then eat fruits, salad, oats, brown bread, however, never go for chips, biscuits, chowmin etc.

5. Have a good and quality sleep:

Having a good quality sleep will make your morning refreshed and energetic. Avoid late night studies as this will make you dizzy and sleepy all day long. Have a good quality of sleep of at least 6 hours at night.

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