In today’s society, it seems as though women, as well as men, are constantly on the lookout for the next big thing in health and beauty. Whether it is a new makeup brand, a newly discovered super food, a trendy form of exercise, or the latest fad diet to share with your friends, health and beauty are at the forefront of daily life. However, amongst all of the modern innovation and constant recreating and rehashing of ‘innovative’ trends, it is sometimes easy to forget the health and beauty products that are the most efficient are the ones that are simple and have been around for the longest time. Before you head to the shop to try to find the most unique and newest products, preparing to jump on the next bandwagon, take a minute to read this article and rediscover some of the benefits that coconut oil can bring to your life. Read more...

If you are feeling uninspired in your daily life, the remedy might be as simple as picking up a great book and engaging in an interesting story. It is too easy to switch on the TV or watch videos online when you are bored, blocked, or frustrated, however, this only seems to compound the problem rather than solve it. Reading an engaging book can take you on a journey, offer insight to a problem, or give you a new perspective on life. If you lack motivation on a daily basis, reading can help kick-start your imagination and thought processes by discovering new ideas and becoming inspired by other people's experiences. Reading also has some other benefits that are backed by science. Some studies suggest that settling down to read a book can help to reduce stress, better your brain function, and improve sleep. Apollo Hospitals encourages people to do more reading for these reasons and to help them through the healing process. Here is a list of some of the world's most inspiring books to add to your personal reading list. We highly recommend that you pick up a copy of any of these books. While recuperating after health treatments or surgery, these books could be very motivational and uplifting to you while you recover. Read more...

According to preventative health specialists at Apollo Hospitals India, staying well hydrated is one of the most important steps that you can take to improve your well-being today. When we take in less fluid than we lose through the natural process of breathing, sweating and urination, we become dehydrated. Mild dehydration causes symptoms including dizziness, headache, confusion, fainting and lethargy. These symptoms are tell-tale signs that your organs are struggling to do their job properly, and you need more fluids to sustain it. Chronic (long-term) mild dehydration can lead to dry skin, bad breath, muscle cramps, constipation, urinary infections and high blood pressure. Of course, the best thing for your body, says experts at Apollo Hospitals, is to avoid becoming dehydrated and putting your body under such strain. As well as drinking 2 – 3 litres of water each day, you can help your body maintain its natural equilibrium by including plenty of fresh fruit. If you look at hospital menus for medical tourism India, you'll notice that fruit is a staple ingredient, not only because it is abundant in the nutrients needed to heal the body, but also because it helps to keep patients well hydrated. Read more...