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World No Tobacco Day 2023

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World No Tobacco Day is organized by WHO every year on 31st May to spread awareness about the risk related to consumption of tobacco and its product and its ill effect on the families, society and environment.   Tobacco harms our, farmers and the plant’s health. This day is recognized to end tobacco growing and support farmers to grow more sustainable crops that improve food security and nutrition.  World No Tobacco Day 2023 Theme:  Year by year themes change for this day-  2022 theme: Tobacco: Threat for our Environment  2021 theme: Commit to quit  2020 theme: Tobacco exposed  2019 theme: Tobacco and lung health  2018 theme: Tobacco and heart disease   In 2023, the WNTD theme is “ We need food, not tobacco ”, purpose is to get tobacco producers to adopt sustainable and nutritious crops.  On this day, government authorities make policies, strategies and enable market conditions for tobacco farmers by switching them to growing food crops to curb the food crisis.   Importance of the Day:

Love Your Gut: Celebrating World Digestive Health Day (29 - May)

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One of the most important days of the year is World digestive day which is celebrated on 29th May every year!  In this blog, we will discuss about how you can proactively support your digestive wellness by living a healthy lifestyle and prioritizing self-care.  Healthy gut, healthy mind!  Good digestive health helps the body to break down food and absorb nutrients properly. Healthy digestion keeps you away from so many digestive diseases such as constipation, heart burn, bloating, indigestion, and more related diseases.   The best way we can maintain healthy gut function is to have a diet rich in vegetables, legumes, beans, and fruits. Also drink plenty of water throughout the day is equally important.   History of World Digestive Day:  The World Gastroenterology Organization (WGO) founded World Digestive Health Day in 2004.  The first WDHD was celebrated on 29 may 2005.  Each year this day celebrated with a different theme related to digestive health.  The aim is to raise awareness an

Fight Back Against COVID-19: Boost Your Immunity with These Tips on World Asthma Day

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People with asthma may have concerns about how COVID-19 will affect them. Since the outbreak of the pandemic, the world has witnessed a significant increase in the number of cases of COVID-19.   While COVID-19 is a respiratory illness, it is not surprising that people with asthma are worried about how it could affect them. In this blog, we will explore how COVID-19 affects people with asthma and what they can do to protect themselves.  “Strong lungs, Strong defense”  First, it is important to understand that COVID-19 is a respiratory illness that affects the lungs. The virus that causes COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, can cause mild to severe respiratory illness. People with underlying health conditions, such as asthma, may be at a higher risk of severe illness if they contract COVID-19. This is because it can cause inflammation in the lungs, which can make it harder for people with asthma to breathe.  Also, people with asthma may have a weaker immune system, which can make it harder for them to