Mar 04, 2021
International Women’s Day is a global day which is being celebrated every year on 8th March to recognize social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women globally. This day also marks a action for accelerating gender parity and equality.
Indian culture attaches great importance to women, they are the key to sustainable progress and quality of life in the family. The varieties of role the women assume in the family are those of wife, leader, administrator, manager of family income and last but not the least important the mother.
It is very important that pillar of society should be healthy and happy at all times. In recent times the concern for women health has been increased multifold. There has been an increase in various diseases which have been attributed to the recent lifestyle changes of today’s woman. It is important that they should adopt the strategy of early diagnosis and a timely and effective treatment management regime.
Healthy habits are the best way to avoid disease, prolong your life, and live more happily but in the chaos of a woman’s daily life, healthy living may take back seat to everyday jobs, work, busy schedules, and more.
Take these simple steps toward a longer, healthier life.
Get Moving
Heart are now the leading cause of fatalities in men and women world over and also in India. The risk of heart diseases to both sexes is high, but heart diseases affect men and women differently. Over one crore annual deaths are reported in India & cardiovascular diseases cause 20.3% deaths in men and 16.9 % deaths in women.
Each year more women die of heart disease than men, yet heart disease and related risk factors are often overlooked in women.
Exercise is one of the best ways to prevent heart disease and keep your ticker strong. It’s also beneficial for your mental and bone health. Aim for 30 minutes of movement at least four days per week. Aerobic, or cardio, exercise is best. This includes:
• Walking
• Jogging
• Dancing
• Swimming
Mix routines up and keep your exercise plans exciting by trying different activities. Cardio alone isn’t enough for best health and fitness. You should combine it with some type of strength training. Strength training builds muscle, boosts metabolism, and helps you maintain stronger bones. This is especially important in postmenopausal women.
Eat a balanced diet
A nourishing diet is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle. Beyond weight loss and maintenance, eating a balanced diet is crucial to a woman’s overall health. Good foods provide vitamins, minerals, and nutrients that are important for growth, well-being and good development.
Eating a balanced diet starts with avoiding unhealthy foods. Packaged and processed foods are often full of sugar, salt, unhealthy fats, and calories. Avoid the fake stuff, and opt for the good stuff, such as:
• fresh fruits and vegetables
• whole grains
• fiber-rich foods such as beans and leafy greens
• fresh fish
• lean cuts of meat and poultry
• healthy fats such as nuts, seeds, and olive oil
• low-fat dairy
Deal with stress
Along with the illnesses mentioned above; currently today’s woman also is prone to the issues of mental health. Women are now also at the risk of depression, anxiety, stress insomnia, etc. It is really important that women are educated by these health conditions at home and at the workplace too. A healthy woman means a healthy family as today’s woman is sharing the responsibilities in the household as well as at the workplace equally.
Excessive stress can translate to:
• High Blood Pressure
• Upset stomach or other gastrointestinal issues
• Back pain
• Relationship conflicts
• Sleeping difficulties
• Abdominal weight gain
You can manage stress with relaxation techniques such as:
• Therapy
• Prayer
• Meditation
• Yoga
• Exercise
Visit the doctor
Other gynecological visits, you should make sure to visit your doctor regularly for checkups and screening exams. You should have all medical records and data ready before consulting doctor.
