Self-medication is one of the most important health issue especially, in developing countries like India. In developing countries, where universal accessibility of  health care is not yet achieved completely. Self-medication is one of the most preferred modes adopted by patients. Let’s know in brief what is self-medication practice and what are its ill effects. It is a fact that should be kept in mind that self-medication may results in economic loss along with health deterioration due to delay in the diagnosis of underlying conditions and appropriate treatment. Due to lack of appropriate knowledge Self-medication can lead to interaction between drugs which is extremely fatal. Practicing self-medication for drugs like antibiotics might lead to drug resistance and could further lead to long term treatment, as once the body is immune with a certain type of drug it becomes difficult for the medicine to fight off the disease.

Self-medication practices are not entirely harmful. Drugs classified as OTC can be purchased without prescription and there ae a lot of times that self-medication can save time and money for patients. In hard to reach areas where there is scarcity of human health work force, patients are having no other option rather than being dependent on self-medication practices.

Few studies were conducted at community level in India to know the awareness among people on what is self-medication practice. Such Studies provide useful insight on the reasons for which patients follow this practice and might help regulatory authorities to organize the process of drug regulations and upgrading the list of essential medicines.

In a broader spectrum, self-medication has lots of disadvantages such as misdiagnosis, inappropriate dosage, prolonged duration of drug consumption and drug interactions.

Pregnancy is an amalgamation of various intense emotions such as excitement, fear, anxieties. In first pregnancy being a novice is very natural. Pregnancy can be miraculous and overwhelming simultaneously. In all the struggles, most prominent questions remain what to eat during pregnancy.

This article is dedicated to all would-be-mothers out there, advising them about pregnancy diets and exercise that should be followed to elude health risks.

• Dairy Products

During pregnancy, it is advised that a mother to be should eat sumptuous amount for the growing fetus. Healthy food for pregnant women is extremely important as it is not only beneficial for mother but nourishes the baby as well. Dairy products contain two types of protein casein and whey, and are considered to be best source of calcium. Pro-biotics may reduce the risk of such as preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, vaginal infections etc.

• Legumes

Legumes are excellent plant-based sources of fiber, protein, iron, folate (B9) and calcium, requirement of these nutrients grows at the time of pregnancy. Although the deficiency of these nutrients and minerals are directly proportional to the risk of neural tube defects and low birth weight.

• Salmon

Pregnant women are advised to consume Salmon as it is a rich source of mega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, which are important for brain and eye development in the growing baby. Salmon natural source of vitamin D.

• Egg

Eggs are a great source of choline. Choline is extremely beneficial in brain development and health. Low choline intake during pregnancy increase the risk of neural tube defects and possibly lead to decreased brain functioning in the baby.

• Dark Green Leafy Veggies

Broccoli and leafy green vegetables are rich in antioxidants. They also contain plant compounds that benefit the immune system and boost digestion. Pregnant women need iron present in green vegetables in more amount, since their blood volume is increasing. This is particularly important during the third trimester.

• Dry Fruits

Dried fruit are generally high in calories, fiber and various vitamins and minerals that help in strengthening various bodily functions

Apart from pregnancy diet and nutrition, exercise is equally important. We hope to provide all the necessary facts about pregnancy diet and exercise that should be kept in mind.

1. Spine Aligner
   Stand straight with backagainst wall. Heels, hips, shoulders and head should be touching the wall. Pull your belly in and up while taking 3 slow breaths. Release, taking 2 breaths. Repeat 3 times.
2. Cat
   Place your hands on a wall, feet hip-width apart. Take twosteps back and lean forward, chest should be lifted while knees slightly bent. Inhale and exhale few times and reverse the motion by inhaling and moving chest outward and pushing shoulder back  Repeat 3 times.
3. Runner’s Stretch
   Stand behind a chair placing hands on the back of chair. With feet about hip-width apart and placing right foot forward, bend right knee until it comes horizontally parallel to right heel, and press your hips forward until you feel a stretch in left calf. Hold for 3 breaths and change the

Follow these pregnancy diet and exercise to maintain a healthy life style, healthy delivery avoiding complications and to keep cranky mood at bay. These pregnancy diet advises from expert’s ca make all the skepticism disappear.

Enjoy a happy and healthy pregnancy.

Manicure and pedicure are one of the best ways to pamper our nails along  without hands and feet. both men and women should undergo these treatments from professional salons. Since we use our hands all day in doing various chores and put so much pressure on them, it is necessary to give them some de-stressing and pampering treats by visiting a nail boutique at least once in a month

First impressions always linger, keep your best foot forward. Be a little more confident and flaunt beautiful and attractive hands while making hand gestures. Skin treatments such as mani-pedi removes dead skin cells as well as tan from our hands and feet. Feet is the only organ which gets most of the stress because of walking, standing, etc. Pedicure from an expert is the best way of providing relaxation to exhausted feet. Following are the advantages of manicure and pedicure treatment at expert salons.

• Regulates Blood Circulation

During undergoing a manicure and pedicure apart from moisturization, exfoliation, and getting cuticle treatment, proper hand massages are given that help in increasing blood circulations, adding on to the mobility of joints and maintaining muscle health. Increase in blood circulation provide a natural glow to skin.

• Enhances Well-Being of Nails

With routine sessions of mani-pedi chances of getting fungi and other infections can be kept at bay. Hand are exposed to lots of unhygienic mediums. Seeking professional help is extremely important to have profound cleanliness against dead skin and other infections that might have developed due to overt exposure.

• Nourishes Hands and Feet

For people with sensitive skin winters can be a nightmare. It is recommended for them to take regular treatment according to their skin type. Manicure and pedicure are a must for them as it will help them to maintain soft and supple skin despite exposure to harsh temperature.

• Maintains Healthy skin

An expertise mani-pedi incorporates proper cleaning and has proper lotions that exfoliate skin removing all filth and dead skin. People with sweaty hand and feet are accompanied with constant moisture, which becomes a host for fungi. Thus, hands and feet become vulnerable to fungal infections. These treatments eradicate parasitic contamination.