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[ad_1] As we gracefully navigate through the decades of life, certain changes become inevitable, and one aspect that subtly transforms is our posture. Beyond the age of 30, a series of gradual shifts occur, impacting our height, gait, and overall spinal alignment. On average, individuals experience a loss of about half an inch in height every decade from their peak, with this reduction becoming more pronounced after the age of 70. According to Dr Rajeev Rajesh, Chief Yoga Officer, Jindal Naturecure Institute, "A key player in this evolution is the change in intervertebral discs – gelatin-like cartilage between each vertebra - that tends to harden and lose flexibility with age, leading to spinal curvature and a forward tilt known as kyphosis." Here is a detailed interaction with Dr Rajeev on how to improve your posture and different yoga asanas that can help ease the foundational poses for a better body structure as you age: How Yoga Enhances Posture Yoga, a compr...

[ad_1] Implementing flexible work schedules and promoting work-life balance are effective strategies that can help in stress management at workplace. Regular breaks and mindfulness practices can alleviate stress. By fostering a collaborative approach, employers and employees can work together to create a harmonious workplace that prioritizes mental well-being.  "Addressing work-induced stress necessitates a collective and comprehensive approach, involving both managers and employees. To effectively promote mental well-being in the workplace, it is essential to establish a supportive and empathetic environment that encourages open dialogues on mental health," says Abha Dandekar CEO & Founder, Elephant in the Room. Managers play a crucial role in setting the tone, leading by example by prioritizing work-life balance, acknowledging individual well-being, and providing the necessary resources for stress management and resilience building. Psychologist Apurva Sing...

[ad_1] A lollipop may be a pleasant reward for a child who has made it through a visit to the doctor's office, but this sweet delicacy may now make diagnostic testing during a visit less intrusive and more enjoyable. For the first time, researchers who had their findings published in ACS' Analytical Chemistry, have demonstrated that a lollipop-based saliva collection system can capture bacteria from adults and remain shelf-stable for up to a year.  Participants in the study also preferred candies over traditional collecting methods. Throat swabs are commonly used to collect samples for the diagnosis of a wide variety of illnesses, including strep throat.  cre Trending Stories A less-gag-inducing method is saliva sampling, in which technicians analyze a patient's spit with methods such as quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR). Because this type of sample can be collected directly by a patient, the technique is popular for at-home testing and saw exp...