Ayurvedic Doctor’s Notes on Walking, Diabetes, and Victory in Bangalore
Eight-fifteen AM. Tuesday. Sugar levels: 248. Excuses: Infinite. My patient—let’s call her the CEO of Creative Explanations—sits across from me, armed with a month’s worth...
Category : Walking
Ayurveda’s 1200 km Walk Challenge for Diabetes | Post-Meal Walking Benefits
Post-meal walks, the latest health craze, might seem like a modern invention. But did you know that Ayurvedic sages prescribed this exact practice centuries ago,...
Can walking on the terrace reduce weight?
As a doctor, I’ve seen countless patients over the years, each with their unique health concerns and lifestyle habits. One particular afternoon, a couple in...
What is the best thing to eat after a brisk walk?
As a physician who encourages patients to incorporate more physical activity into their daily routines, one of the most common questions I receive is: “What...
Walking: The Simplest Yet Most Beneficial Form of Exercise
I often prescribe walking as the easiest way for my patients to improve their health. In this blog post, I’ll explain why walking is such...
How to Boost Your Metabolism with Power Walking: A Beginner’s Guide
Power Walking 3 miles a day is shown to boost cardiovascular health, improve cognitive abilities, help weight management, and reduce stress....
Is 10,000 Steps a Day Really Necessary for Optimal Health?
The magic mantra of walking 10000 steps a day is actually a marketing myth. It was a marketing campaign in the 1960s in Japan that...
6 Reasons Why Walking Isn’t Helping You Lose Weight?
Walking is the best exercise, but does it help in weight loss? Many studies have confirmed that walking 30 minutes every day can help in...
9 Simple Ways to Make Your Boring Walk Interesting: Tips to Boost Your Mood and Get More Out of Your Exercise Routine
Much has been said about the endless benefits endowed by a quick walk of 30 minutes. It not just helps you shed some kilos, but...
Walking in diabetes:A Path to Health and Well-being
In the IT hub of Bangalore, amidst the cacophony of corporate life, resides Nandini, a pseudonym for one of my patients who embarked on a...