Happy Valentine’s Day from SMB Health. One of the essential part of our existence is Love. We all are looking for Love in different ways, things and forms. The “real” love is something that sets you on fire. In Sanskrit language it’s called as “Prema” or Pure Love. It makes you become self-absorbed, hurts you, runs your emotions high, you miss and feel it and you literally go crazy!
Wishing you all to experience that highest, purest form of Love in this life and beyond!
Many recent research data confirms the connection between internet/social media addiction to mental health issues. There are several factors that contributes to this global problem. Examples are:
It’s important to remember that our Mind is a best friend and worst enemy. Social Media & Internet are mere tools for communication.
Have a Mindful day!
Just leave all your work aside and meditate for 5 minutes every day, you will see the differences happened to your mind and your body.
1. Find a quiet, peaceful space. Establish an area where you can be alone and uninterrupted.
2. Get comfortable. Wear comfy clothing, drink some water, sit on a pillow, and light a candle or some incense.
3. Sit down and dig in. A common meditation posture is seated with your legs crossed, back straight, and hands resting gently on your lap. This is the recommended position as it opens you heart and airways and lets your lower body relax.
4. Close your eyes and begin deepening your breath. Try inhaling for a count of 6, holding for a count of 2, and exhaling for 6. Giving your mind this simple task to focus on will help clear your head.
5. Don’t set expectations! Simply sit down and experience what happens. Do this for just 5 minutes and notice the shift in your thoughts and how you feel.
6. Set a routine. Meditating at the same time each day helps you get comfortable in the practice. Meditating first thing in the morning or right before you go to bed is easiest.
Hello Everyone,
The weather is heating-up at this part of the world so here is a friendly reminder about Skin Cancer! It’s National Skin Cancer Action Week (Nov 20-26). Protect yourself on the “outside” by using sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and seeking shade! If you see any change in skin color and lump on your body, it’s a good practice to go and see the doctor. Early diagnosis is the key.
Did you know though you can protect yourself from the “inside” with food that you eat? Send us a message at bit.ly/SMBH108 to learn more about healthy eating. You can also watch this inspirational video to find out more about the effects of fruits and alcohol consumption on your Skin.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YvlBppBSKZM
Very appropriate quote isn’t? Overburdening our shoulders with things that doesn’t add positive value to our lives is a waste of time and energy. Holding on to anger and grudge causes unnecessary stress & anxiety and health issues. Removing self-limiting beliefs will place us on pedestal to success and happiness.
Let it go and make yourself ‘Free’ on this Friday!
I thought I should write about how having a healthy gut improves our overall well-being. Recent advances in scientific and medical research emphasizes that the microbial population colonizing our gut is linked to a range of diseases such as obesity, cancer, inflammation and neurological disorders. On that note, it is important to keep our digestive system and digestion active. Poor digestion produces toxic chemicals that are detrimental to our body.
Cumin (Nigella Sativa), is traditionally and clinically well-known to treat various digestive complications. Thymoquinone, an active ingredient found in Cumin has also been shown to have antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and anti-diabetic properties as well as therapeutic effects on brain, heart, lung, kidney, and sexual disorders.
Usage: 1 teaspoon of Cumin seeds or Cumin powder is efficient enough to relieve temporary digestion problems. Soaking couple of teaspoons of Cumin seeds overnight and drinking that water (without seeds) regularly on an empty stomach in the morning has been shown to be beneficial to treat long-term illnesses.
