On the macro level, I think the diktat of "the greater good" by practising social distancing, work from home etc is all in the interests of our families, communities and the world at large. So although we experience feelings of boredom & anxiety, we are essentially trading our "sick days" for the greater good and that's a principle to use in our businesses going forward to.
On the micro level, I think it's important to understand that we may not be as important & indispensable as we would like to believe. Our cars, homes, or offices do not keep us immune from any life-altering situation (in this case the pandemic we currently are facing). Life will go on, whether you go into the office or work-from-home, and the shirt you took 5 minutes deciding on this morning - well, it doesn't really matter.
The key personal learning during this time has been to pay much much more attention to work-life balances & checks. To spend more time on our own, or family, learning to cook or even draw, regular and consistent exercise, demarcating times for work & sleep, to follow a routine to enhance mental & physical health. In effect, the best thing yet, to take a step back!
And of course, the right to internet should be a basic human right! Cooking and boxing have been keeping Harshad Daswani busy during the lockdown. Using the time to upskill I have started honing my culinary skills. This morning breakfast was avocado, with pico de gallo and fried eggs! And not to forget my efforts at being accepted by the millennials by baking my own banana bread!
More important, I have returned to enhancing old skills and have started getting better. I have gotten back to my boxing, and currently train with a company called ForceFit over video calls. It's been incredible shadow boxing in such a new / novel way! It sets a very good routine to the day, and helps me focus on work much better post my session. Ofcourse trimming those inches off is an added bonus.
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Harshad Daswani has also decided to enhance his academic learning during lockdown. Another crucial change has been to enhance my academic learning. I have taken to online learning (which seems to be a trend going forward till this pandemic is not ended) at Coursera & FutureLearn. I have followed the course on sustainability in fashion (London College Of Fashion) to keep my work-related learning on par, and on a personal note I have returned to studying about global diplomacy (SOAS University Of London), a subject & career close to my heart that I could not do on my return to India post university. I will continue to pursue courses in these fields.
As fancy as it sounds, the idea of boosting immunity, has proven to be difficult to materialise in reality. For years, researchers from across the world have been struggling to figure out the accurate formula to achieve a good immune system. Until the formula is known, it is recommended to adopt a healthy lifestyle for an enhanced immune function, and to keep the body intact and healthy.
Making healthy lifestyle changes in terms of diet, exercise and managing stress, in addition to other factors, can go a long way in helping the immune system get the boost it requires.
On International Immunology Day, Chennai-based clinical nutritionist, lactation consultant and diabetes educator - Ramya Ramachandran - shares five tips that can give your life a healthy spin.
As fancy as it sounds, the idea of boosting immunity, has proven to be difficult to materialise in reality. For years, researchers from across the world have been struggling to figure out the accurat..
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A balanced diet with the right amount of nutrients can do wonders in boosting a person’s immunity, and keeping you away from diseases.
Ginger, garlic, star anise, omega-3 fats, flax seeds are some foods that have antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties. These can be included in your meals daily. It’s also important to focus on micronutrients which have a major impact on health.
To add the required amount of micronutrients to any diet, one can look at home fortification as an alternative. In this method, a commercially available product is conveniently utilised on a daily basis to prevent nutrition deficiencies. Power mixes of rice and flour avaiable in the market is one such example of food fortification, which increases the micronutrient value of home-cooked meals.
A balanced diet with the right amount of nutrients can do wonders in boosting a person’s immunity, and keeping you away from diseases.Ginger, garlic, star anise, omega-3 fats, flax seeds are some foo..
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This is one of the basic requirements. Smoking is a big ‘NO’ for the overall wellbeing of the body as it negatively impacts on both adaptive and innate immunity. It slowly kills the natural effectiveness of the immune system’s defences. If you are a regular smoker, it is advisable to quit it as soon as possible. One can also adopt alternatives like nicotine patches as it can helps to quit smoking and are relatively less harmful.
This is one of the basic requirements. Smoking is a big ‘NO’ for the overall wellbeing of the body as it negatively impacts on both adaptive and innate immunity. It slowly kills the natural effective..
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Chronic stress is responsible for releasing hormone cortisol, which can ruin the overall immune response of the body. Meditation goes a long way in keeping stress in check. Various mobile-based apps can help one to remain peaceful and mindful throughout the day with various features. Other healthy strategies to deal with stress may include yoga and pranayama.
Chronic stress is responsible for releasing hormone cortisol, which can ruin the overall immune response of the body. Meditation goes a long way in keeping stress in check. Various mobile-based apps ..
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Most of us underestimate the power and importance of adequate sound and refreshing sleep. Lack of proper sleep can activate the inflammatory immune response, which can reduce reactivity to vaccines, further leading to the release of excess stress hormones. It will ultimately weaken the immune system.
A minimum of 7-8 hours of regular sleep is a must to maintain a healthy circadian rhythm, and help the body’s T-Cells (also known as immune cells) to kill the pathogens. A night of good sleep also helps in burning calories.
Most of us underestimate the power and importance of adequate sound and refreshing sleep. Lack of proper sleep can activate the inflammatory immune response, which can reduce reactivity to vaccines, ..
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Exercise reduces inflammation and supports the white blood cells, which means a little workout can help you become healthy. It is also scientifically proven that working out regularly can boost your immune system. However, exercising needs to be done in a moderate way.
You can opt for bodyweight movements like lunges, push-ups, burpees, and other exercises to get a sweat on, and get a quick full-body workout at home, without any equipment. There are many apps that offer workouts that can be performed at home with guidance and support.
A physically active lifestyle is beneficial in warding off the bacterial and viral infections suggesting that immune strength is enriched with regular bouts of exercise.
Exercise reduces inflammation and supports the white blood cells, which means a little workout can help you become healthy. It is also scientifically proven that working out regularly can boost your ..
