Top Health Influencers | Conjunctivitis Scare | Health Hacks for Indian Households
In today’s newsletter, we want to introduce you to the top healthcare influencers who are talking about the quality of healthcare and fighting to bring only good health to you.
Next, we want to share a few hacks we came across that you should consider to save some time, money and to keep your health in check.
And last but not least, a thought to be spared for the pink-eye people we see everywhere today i.e. the rise of conjunctivitis.
Health hacks for Indian households
• Generic Medicines
We all know generic medicines cost way less than their branded counterparts. Where to get them? From PM Jan Aushadi Kendra, it is available in every city. Also, you can ask your local pharmacist to give you a generic alternative to any medicine you want.
• Stretching
Stretching takes 5 minutes but gives benefits that are beyond a 5-minute exercise, like stress relief, improves blood circulation, improves flexibility, and is hella easy to do. Stretching also helps you pass the unholy gases that your body doesn’t want, just keep clear of the people around you.
•The toilet paper theory
This theory tells us that you might not see the results of your exercise immediately, but you have to believe in the process. Out of a new toilet paper roll when you take out a layer, it doesn’t make much difference to it, but when it’s down to the last few rolls you’ll see it getting shrunk faster. Same way, lean people get lean faster, and obese persons need to make some effort and believe in the process of exercising.
• Two phones
We are all addicted to phones, watching reels and scrolling the limitless feeds, this will reduce your attention span by close to a second. Our suggestion is to invest some money into a dumb phone apart from your current smartphone. And schedule time to watch social media.
•Keeping a water bottle close to everywhere you go
This is the simplest of the health hacks there is, when you are thirsty and there is no water but sugary drinks and juices are available in abundance you’ll try to quench the thirst by drinking unhealthy drinks. Instead, invest in a good quality bottle that you can carry everywhere. When we can carry purses and bags everywhere, why not bottles to make some healthy changes in our lifestyle?
Conjunctivitis Scare
Schools, hospitals, and tea stalls are all filled with people with Pink Eye, or as the more educated folks would like to call it “need a day off, because of conjunctivitis”.
It’s a fairly common disease that usually starts in the rainy season. Conjunctivitis, also known as “pink eye,” is an inflammation of the conjunctiva — the thin, transparent layer that covers the white part of your eyes and lines the inside of your eyelids. It is a common eye condition that can be caused by viruses, bacteria, allergies, or irritants.
When you have conjunctivitis, your eyes may become red, itchy, and swollen. You might experience a gritty or burning sensation, and there could be a discharge of pus or watery fluid from your eyes. Additionally, your eyes may be more sensitive to light than usual, so no anime for you.
The condition is highly contagious, so it’s crucial to avoid touching your eyes and to practice good hygiene by frequently washing your hands. Depending on the cause, conjunctivitis can usually be treated with eye drops or ointments prescribed by a doctor. Most cases of conjunctivitis clear up within a week or two with proper care and attention.
And finally, top 5 Health Influencers you should check out
• Jitendra Chouksey
JC, as he is called on LinkedIn, Facebook, and inside the community of health-conscious people. JC is the founder of Fittr, a health coaching company. His knowledge of nutrition is great, and his knowledge of human psychology when it comes to health is legendary. He is available on all platforms but very active on LinkedIn. Nas Daily and Ritesh Agrawal are some of his clients.
• Emi Wong
Her workout videos on youtube are simple, informational, and motivational and she walks the talk. She doesn’t tell you how to do it, she does the exercises with you. Features of his videos are that they are time-bound, instructional, short, and engaging.
• Revant Himatsinghka
Food Pharmer, as he calls himself. Has made a name for himself in the area of healthcare by analyzing the content of various food items that we use regularly and how marketing is fooling people into being unhealthy. Must follow on Linked in and Instagram.
•Dr. Karan Rajan
He debunks the myth behind the viral health-related videos you see on reels, a celebrated doctor and a writer from the US, his videos are a treat to watch, might I add mighty valuable.
•Atul Gawande
In the world of medicine and beyond, Atul Gawande stands as a paragon of excellence and compassionate care. A brilliant surgeon, prolific writer, and thought leader, he navigates the complexities of healthcare with unwavering dedication and insight. With a pen as mighty as a scalpel, Atul Gawande not only heals bodies but also inspires hearts. He is not on any social media platforms, for his content you need to read his books and watch his ted talks, or get a surgery scheduled by him at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, USA, he is that exclusive.
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