Innholdsfortegnelse for February 2023 i Women Fitness India

“You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think”– Christopher Robin – Heart disease is the nation’s leading killer of women. But paying attention to risk factors and living a healthy lifestyle can help keep heart disease at bay. Being more physically active and eating a healthy diet are important steps for your heart health. You can make the changes gradually, one at a time. But making them is very important. The celebrity on our February cover is actress Elli AvRam who after doing films like Malang, Naane Varuven, and recently-released GoodBye, is finally getting the love and appreciation she deserves. She is accompanied by Pragya Jaiswal who is an Indian actress and model who predominantly works in Telugu films. A special feature is…

“Parents don’t want to take their children to counselors or psychiatric treatment because they are concerned what other family members may think, concerned about what society may think. I’ve come across situations where people who are experiencing mental illnesses want to seek help but the family won’t allow them to do that”Deepika Padukone, Actress Children with good mental health feel loved, safe and secure in their environments. They also feel happy and positive about themselves most of the time. They’re kind to themselves during tough times or when things don’t go the way they expect. They enjoy life, learn well and get along well with family and friends. On the other hand, a child suffering from mental health issues is generally defined as one having delayed or disrupted age-appropriate thinking,…

As a dermatologist, one of Athe most common questions I get from patients in their 30s is whether they should start incorporating retinol into their skincare routine. The short answer is yes! But what exactly is retinol, and why is it so important for your skin after the age of 30? Retinol is a form of vitamin A that is commonly found in skincare products. It is well known for increasing collagen formation, smoothing fine lines and wrinkles, and improving skin tone and texture. To put it another way, it’s a potent anti-aging substance. What are the different types of retinol? Retinol esters, retinyl palmitate, and retinaldehyde are some of the most popular types of retinol on the market. These retinol forms can be found in a number of skincare…

Anchal Sharma, a public figure is often referred to as the Iron Lady. She in spite of innumerable challenges breast cancer being one of them chose a path to serve others and become a role model. She is the founder of Meals of Happiness (MoH), an NGO that provides free food to underprivileged children across Delhi and Gurugram every day, a Social worker, Entrepreneur, Josh talk speaker & Founder of CANHEAL, a One-Stop shop for the cancer community. Cancer survivor Anchal Sharma in a close interaction with Women Fitness, President, Namita Nayyar, shares how after taking charge of her life she set out to help and heal others in need. When cancer treatment ends, people begin a new chapter in their lives, one that can bring hope and happiness, but…

After films like Malang, Naane Varuven, and recently-released GoodBye, actress Elli AvrRam is finally getting the love and appreciation she deserves. The Swedish-Greek actress, who shot to fame after her stint on Salman Khan-hosted reality show Bigg Boss, made her debut with Mickey Virus in 2013. She went on to star in some not-so-successful movies but eventually managed to prove her mettle as an actress. The Verdict - State Vs Nanavati Actress’s Journey In The Indian Film Industry Has Not Been Easy For An Outsider Like Elli One Of The Most Difficult Things Was To Get The Right Projects Women Fitness India Gets in a candid chat in our February #LoveThyself Issue with Elli AvrRam, on struggles, diets, and mental health. Elli you started your career as a dancer, being part of Swedish TV Drama, and…

A dolescent eating disorders such as anorexia (starvation to achieve the ‘ideal body’ weight though the person may already be at it), bulimia (excessive eating and purging), binge eating disorder, and compulsive overeating are concerns every parent hopes to avoid. An eating disorder begins with emotional health problem that escalate into a mental health illness that has severe physical consequences. It is not as simple as a desire for slimness. Red Flags for Identification of Eating Disorder A sudden change to vegetarianism, as a means of cutting out food groups, fat or calories. Clothes that suddenly start to fit more loosely followed with negative comments about self-image or the body. Extra time in the bathroom, particularly after meals, with evidence of vomiting in the bathroom or elsewhere. A drop in…

The festival of colours is round the corner and preperations are on for its celeberation. With the increasing use of chemical colours for celebrating Holi, all of us need to take some steps for preventing the skin, hair, eye damage and also know the correct methods of removing the colours. Traditionally, spring flowers were used as a source of colours for Holi, but with time artificial colours have replaced these natural ingredients. For yellow, turmeric powder was used, hibiscus flowers made for the red colour and henna was for green. But today, markets are flooded with expensive artificial colours with chemical solvents mixed in them. These colours are actually industrial chemicals — black (lead oxide), green (copper sulfate and malachite green), silver (aluminum bromide), blue (Prussian blue, cobalt nitrate, indigo,…

Celebrity nutritionist Nupuur Patil is dedicated to bridging the knowledge gap for people and changing the perception of the word diet. She is a believer in sustainable holistic nutrition which is a homemade balanced meal. Being an athlete she herself lost 30kgs by following the diet plan she prescribes to her clients. She caters to homemakers, corporate professionals, senior citizens, and people from all walks of life. Her clientele includes politicians, Bollywood celebrities, cricketers, sportspersons, and kids. Read On as Nutritionist, Nupuur Patil Walks Us Through Her Personal Weight Loss Journey & Tips To Achieve Optimum Fitness. You started off as a trained pilot but as of today, you are a renowned nutritionist. Share the series of events that lead to this major shift in career. I started off as…

Is it really that important to walk 10,000 steps a day? What’s so special about 10,000 steps and why is that the standard set by wellness apps? Why not 8,000, 9,000, or even 15,000 or more? No doubt, Walking is a great exercise form. The origins of the 10,000-step recommendation aren’t exactly scientific. Pedometers sold in Japan in the 1960s were marketed under the name “manpo-kei,” which translates to “10,000 steps meter,” said Catrine Tudor-Locke, director of the Walking Behavior Laboratory at Pennington Biomedical Research Center in Baton Rouge, La. The idea resonated with people, and gained popularity with Japanese walking groups, Tudor-Locke said. The Science Behind Walking 10,000 Steps There was plenty of research that suggested walking 10,000 steps a day is a great thing to do, because walking…

We fail to realize that love manifests itself in many ways and the most underrated is food. Be it Valentine’s day celebration or Holi get-together everyone is in the lookout to try some new innovative lip-smacking recipes. WF team got in touch with food blogger, Nidhi Bothra whose goal is to simplify the hassles of healthy cooking and conquer the vast sea of food with traditional and modern recipes. Being born and raised in India but eventually moving to the US, Nidhi’s cooking strives to blur the lines between Indian style and modern flair. - She Goes On To Add - “I always try to use easily available ingredients and simplify recipes to make food that appeals to all generations. Reinventing traditional foods with a modern flair, I try to…

Pragya Jaiswal is an Indian actress and model who predominantly works in Telugu films. She made her acting debut in 2014 with the Tamil–Telugu bilingual Virattu / Dega in 2014. Jaiswal had her breakthrough with the Telugu period drama Kanche, for which she was awarded the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut – South. She also appeared in song with ace singer Guru Randhawa, all set to make way for more work and accolades her way. Pragya Jaiswal gets in a heart-heart conversation with Women Fitness India on our March Edit. Pragya you started your journey in 2014, with the south film industry, today after almost a decade, how do describe your journey as? I moved to Mumbai, with a dream to act in the movies, it began with my…

A theme for your party can be a great way to bring your celebration to life. There’s no question that a good theme can take a party from average to wildly creative, fun and jaw-dropping (if you’re willing to get crafty with decorations, of course). One of the hardest parts about planning a party, though, is coming up with the perfect theme in the first place—which is why we turned to the experts. 70’S Disco, 80’S Retro, Or 90’S Pop Theme Everyone loves a good dress-up party so why not get everyone to come dressed in the fashion of the 1980s or as one of their favourite movie stars or celebrities of the decade. You could have your event management team put together an 80s-inspired playlist as well as some…