Hypertension: Some Facts and Management

Hypertension: Some Facts and Management

Studies show about 33% urban and 25% rural Indians are hypertensive. Of these, 42% urban and 25% rural Indians are aware of their hypertensive status. Only 38% of urban and 25% of rural Indians are being treated for hypertension. One-fifth of urban and One-tenth of rural Indian hypertensive population have their BP under control.

What to do about Food Cravings

What to do about Food Cravings

Here are a few methods that will help you resist your cravings for food items:

If you do not want to eat outside, then carry food with you or eat well before leaving. The logic behind this is that if you have already eaten, then the craving for unhealthy food can be easily resisted. It is recommended that you eat fibrous food items, and those that prolong satiety. The best fruit sources of dietary fibre are Apples, Bananas, Oranges and Strawberries.