Living a hectic life and don’t have time to prepare a meal? There are a lot of snack options available in the market today that would satisfy your hunger for the time being but they all are filled with highly refined carbs and sugar, which can leave you feeling unsatisfied...
Looking for a food swap that's as easy as it is beneficial? Millets are the game-changers you've been searching for - Switch to Millets and feel the difference. Adding Millets to your daily diet can bring affirmative benefits to your health, so just do not rely on the popular names...
The struggle of having a sweet tooth while suffering from diabetes is not uncommon. In India alone, a staggering 77 million adults grapple with diabetes, and experts predict this number could skyrocket to 134 million by 2045. What's even more alarming is that half of these cases remain undetected and...
Prediabetes, even though a potentially reversible condition, is not all harmless. Many people believe it's not serious just because they haven't developed diabetes yet. However, according to the CDC, if someone is diagnosed with prediabetes and doesn't take action (in terms of lifestyle improvements or medication), there's a significant chance...
Have you ever wondered why stubborn belly fat seems to cling on no matter how hard you try, the answer might lie in your hormones. 'Hormonal Belly' – a phenomenon that affects countless individuals, causing frustration and confusion leaving them with no answer why after trying so hard they aren't...
Carbohydrates, the energy source of our diet, play a crucial role in fueling our bodies. But, when it comes to their impact on blood sugar levels, not all carbohydrates are created equal. With the help of Glycemic Index (GI) you can monitor your blood sugar levels. But what is a...
Protein bars or health bars have become tremendously popular these days as a convenient and tasty snack option. Several people enjoy them because they’re a quick way to add protein and other nutrients to a hectic lifestyle. But do we know why people are running after consuming protein bars as...
Traditional millet has gained popularity as part of the healthy food revolution, particularly among health-conscious millennials. With its exceptional nutritional profile, millet contributes to improving metabolic health and increasing healthspan. Focusing on nutrition, along with factors like activity level, stress management, and sleep quality, is crucial for better well-being. Choosing...
Did you know that humans spend an average of 1/3rd of their lifespan sleeping? According to research, we spend approximately 26 years actually sleeping and 7 years “trying to sleep”. This is obviously one of the biggest chunks of our lives to be spent on one single activity. And of...
Did you know that humans spend an average of 1/3rd of their lifespan sleeping? According to research, we spend approximately 26 years actually sleeping and 7 years “trying to sleep”. This is obviously one of the biggest chunks of our lives to be spent on one single activity. And of...
There’s a macronutrient in our food that cannot be digested by our body, which is highly essential for our health. But we don’t eat enough of that. Intrigued much? In today’s blog, we are going to be discussing “dietary fiber” and how it is an essential element for good metabolic...
“Sugar” - crystallized, refined sugar is no longer an ingredient that was rarely used in sweet delicacies. It is a part of our daily consumption habits. Guidelines suggests that kids can safely consume upto 25-30 g of sugar/ day, however various Research indicate that its already reached a scary number...
What Is Metabolic Health? Metabolic health is a crucial pillar of evaluating health and fitness. The concept of metabolic health is based on the term “metabolism”. Metabolism is a constant chemical process in the human body and every other living organism. The main purpose of metabolism is to convert food...
There is a deep relationship that exists between the food we eat and the effect it has on our mental and physical health. Presently, more and more people are inclined to live a healthier life. They want to exercise more, take steps to improve their physical fitness, and overall have...
Hey Upside Tribe! We have some exciting news to share with you from the world of metabolic health. Marc Hamilton, Professor of Health and Human Performance at the University of Houston, is spearheading research into a little something called the “Soleus Pushup” (SPU). The soleus is a muscle located on...
Health + Tech is the buzzword for 2022! At Upside Health, we want to present the best of health tech to our community and help you in making the best choices both tech-wise and health-wise for your future. In this blog, we are going to deep dive into one of...
Infrared lights to measure glucose? Electronic tattoos that can pick up all kinds of sounds are body makes and analyze them? Rings that can provide real-time data about our health? Is this real or out of a sci-fi movie? Well, some of this is actually already real and a lot...
You must have heard "diet" a lot on your journey to better health or fat loss. We are here to tellyou otherwise - we believe in a lifestyle where you enjoy this journey for the longest time. How?Consistently keeping track of your calorie intake is the key. You will gain...
Blog Content is inspired from a Podcast Review -Famine Cuisine Dr Sameer Dossani in conversation with Dr. Manoshi Bhattacharya. Dr. Manoshi is a medical Doctor, History researcher & Author. This blog will act as a time machine that takes you through the Mesolithic period, the Neolithic period and the Colonial...
Did you know that 60% of Indian adults are metabolically unhealthy? And have no idea they are headed towards a slow death stemming from metabolic issues? Well, it’s true, because 85% of all chronic diseases begin from metabolic disorders! And very few people understand the root cause. What’s worse? Fad...
