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Healthy Eating: The Ultimate Amla Drink

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The Vitamin C rich Gooseberry (Amla) peaks during this season! This Indian superfood strengthens the body, expels toxins and improves defence mechanisms. It also improves eyesight, hair quality, prevents graying of hair, boosts immunity and provides so many more benefits! If you liked Amla before, you’re going to love it even more as this Ultimate Amla Drink!

Fun fact: A single Amla can give you Vitamin C equal to that of 2 Oranges. Isn’t that amazing? 

What You Will Need:

  • Amla (chopped) – 1
  • Cumin seeds powder – ¼ tsp
  • Turmeric powder – ¼ tsp
  • Mint leaves (chopped) – 1 tsp
  • Ginger – ¼ tsp
  • Pink salt – ¼ tsp
  • Water – ½ glass

How To Prepare:

  1. In a mixture jar, add the Amla, mint leaves and ginger. Blend it well into a fine paste. Add some water and blend again.
  2. Now add cumin seeds powder, turmeric powder and pink salt. Blend it well.
  3. Using a sieve and strain the Amla paste by pressing with a spoon.
  4. In the output, add ½ glass of water and drink it slowly as your morning drink. If required you can also add some honey.
  5. You can drink this every morning, especially this winter season when we get them fresh.

 Highlights of the Ultimate Amla Drink

  • Weakness of body, heart and mind shall be dispelled by taking this fresh Amla juice.
  • The best way to detox your system and improve organ health.
  • Immunity boosting to help you stay away from any health lows.

We hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we enjoyed sharing it with you! Find more healthy recipes here. You can also get recipes customized and tailored to your health goals by speaking to a GOQii Coach. Subscribe to Personalised Health Coaching here.  

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Reducing HbA1c from 7.2 to 6.1 | Ram Sharma Health Story

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There’s nothing sweet about diabetes and we’re all well aware about that. Factors such as a poor diet, obesity, lack of exercise, improper sleeping patterns, stress and advancing age can cause diabetes. While it might seem overwhelming, diabetes is not an insurmountable affair. With proper self-care, guidance and a few lifestyle modifications, you can manage diabetes effectively like our Player Ram Sharma. Want to know how he reduced his HbA1c levels from 7.2 to 6.1? Let’s see how he did it! 

Before Joining GOQii 

Ram Sharma is a 47 year old working individual originally hailing from Rajasthan. As a part of a routine medical check-up by the company in 2022, he was shocked to find out that he had high sugar levels. His HbA1c levels were at 7.2 and he weighed around 97kg.

When he analyzed his health parameters, he was aware that his lifestyle had to change considering that he had, so far, lived a more or less sedentary lifestyle marred by stress and unhealthy eating habits. His consulting doctor had also put him on medication to control his sugar levels.  

He began looking at a few health programs that would help him. His friends suggested he get a smartwatch, and after a good bit of research, he zeroed in on GOQii as it also had an assisted program. He decided to go ahead with the GOQii Diabetes Care Program – which essentially helps people manage diabetes and take ownership of their health with guidance from certified experts and doctors. 

Making Lifestyle Changes with the GOQii Diabetes Care Program 

Once onboard in February 2022, Ram Sharma’s goal was to reduce his HbA1c levels and lose weight. His GOQii Coach Sweta Jaiswal began suggesting simple changes which included gradually increasing his step count and managing his diet through proper nutrition.

“In February, he started with a goal of 3k and slowly increased the step count to 5k. Simultaneously, he also started going to the gym to exercise,” says his coach, Sweta. 

Once he began interacting with his coach on a daily basis, he became more aware of what his actual weight should be. He then began asking his coach for ways to achieve his health goals. He followed all the instructions given by Coach Sweta Jaiswal and logged all his food and activities in the GOQii App.

While he followed all his coach’s instructions, one issue he still faces is eating his food on time. “Food timings are a bit off due to his hectic work schedule, but he is trying to maintain it as best he can, and has started meditation to make sure his day begins nicely,” says coach Sweta.

How Did These Changes Affect Ram Sharma? 

As of now, the combination of walking and strength training has helped Ram Sharma reduce his weight from 97kg to 82kg. On average, he clocks in 15K steps a day. As a result of his efforts, his adherence to his coach’s suggestions, and his dedication, he managed to reduce his HbA1c levels from 7.2 to 6.1. What’s amazing is that he has stopped all his medication and feels better too. “It’s because of GOQii that I am free of all medications and living a happy and healthy life,” he says. 

He further added, “I had a paunch, and now I am slim and trim, and people around me cannot believe it and ask me how I managed to do this. Here is when I suggest GOQii to family and friends.”

Currently, he walks 3-4 km a day, works out regularly, and has made a very healthy switch in his life with the guidance and motivation of his GOQii Coach. You can learn more about his journey as he speaks to our Founder and CEO, Vishal Gondal, on an episode of GOQii Health Stories here. 

Ram Sharma has been an elite player for the past 404 days. He has also upgraded to the Insure+ Program and has renewed his Diabetes Care Program subscription for 1 year in May 2023. 

Know someone with Diabetes who might need help? Share this article with them or ask them to check out GOQii’s Diabetes Care Program – India’s only diabetes program that is driven by Smart Science and Personal Coaching to improve Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS), Postprandial Blood Sugar (PP), and reduce HbA1c levels.

Find more inspiring health stories here. 

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प्राणायाम: 6 प्रकार और उनके लाभ

प्राणायामप्राणायाम सबसे सामान्य योग आसनों में से एक माना जाता है जिसे लोग बहुत ही आसानी से करते हैं और इसके कई प्रकार के फायदे प्राप्त करते हैं।

प्राणायाम क्या है?

प्राणायाम को सांस को खींचने, लंबा करने या मोडीफाई करने के रूप में परिभाषित किया गया है। एक अनैच्छिक प्रक्रिया होने के बावजूद, सांस को स्वेच्छा से नियंत्रित और मैनिपुलेट किया जा सकता है। नियंत्रित श्वास आपको अपने दिमाग और शरीर पर बेहतर पकड़ बनाने में मदद करता है।

प्राणायाम करने के लिए आप कोई भी ध्यान मुद्रा चुन सकते हैं। यदि कोई ध्यानात्मक मुद्रा कठिन है, तो आप सुखासन का विकल्प चुन सकते हैं जहाँ सिर, गर्दन और रीढ़ को एक सीधी रेखा में रखना होता है। अपनी सांस पर ध्यान केंद्रित करें, प्रत्येक सांस को महसूस करने की कोशिश करें जिसे आप अपने नाक से अंदर और बाहर छोड़ते हैं। ऐसा करने के बाद, आराम करें और अपने पूरे शरीर का निरीक्षण करने के लिए कुछ समय ऐसे ही व्यतीत करें। पूरे सेशन में अवेयरनेस बनी रहनी चाहिए।

कुछ शब्दावली जो आपको पता होनी चाहिए:

  • पूरक – सांस अंदर लेना
  • रेचक – सांस बाहर
  • कुम्भक – सांस को रोकना।

प्राणायाम कई प्रकार के होते हैं। आज हम उनमे से कुछ के बारे में बात करेंगे।

1. भस्त्रिका प्राणायाम

‘भस्त्र’ धौंकनी पंप है जिसका इस्तेमाल आग बुझाने के लिए किया जाता है। ‘भस्त्रिका’ शब्द की उत्पत्ति इसी शब्द से हुई है। हाई ब्लड प्रेशर वाले लोगों को भस्त्रिका नहीं करनी चाहिए। हालाँकि, वे इसे मॉडिफाइड तरीकों से कर सकते हैं। भस्त्रिका प्राणायाम में व्यक्ति को तेजी से और जोर से सांस अंदर लेनी और छोड़ना चाहिए। उसी समय, उन्हें पेट को ज़ोर ज़ोर से अंदर और बाहर करना चाहिए। जब आप सांस अंदर लेंगे तो आपका पेट फूलेगा और जब आप सांस बाहर निकालेंगे तो आपका पेट सिकुड़ेगा।

लाभ: गैसों का आदान-प्रदान बहुत तीव्र गति से होता है। ऑक्सीजन का सेवन बढ़ जाता है क्योंकि शरीर अधिक कार्बन डाइऑक्साइड बाहर फेंकता है। साथ ही मेटाबोलिक रेट में भी वृद्धि होती है।

2. अनुलोम-विलोम

यह एक अल्टरनेट नॉस्ट्रिल ब्रीदिंग के रूप में भी जाना जाता है, जो धीमी और गहरी रदमीक ब्रीथिंग पैटर्न को फॉलो करते है। इस वेरिएशन को करने के लिए, बायें नाक को बंद करें और दायें नाक से सांस लें। 3-5 सेकंड के लिए अपनी सांस को रोक कर रखें। दायें तरफ के नाक को बंद करके बायें नाक से सांस लें। ऑक्सीजन के अब्सॉर्प्शन को बढ़ाने के लिए इसे 3-5 सेकंड के लिए रोक कर रखें।

लाभ: साइनसाइटिस से पीड़ित लोगों के लिए उपयोगी है। यह प्राणायाम दिमाग और पूरे नर्वस सिस्टम को रिलैक्स करता है।यह फेफड़ों की क्षमता में सुधार करता है, हृदय को मजबूत करता है और रक्त संचार में सुधार करता है।

3. शीतली प्राणायाम

इस प्राणायाम को कूलिंग ब्रीथिंग भी कहा जाता है। शीतली प्राणायाम करने से पहले यह सुनिश्चित कर लेना चाहिए कि वातावरण स्वच्छ हो। जीभ को रोल करें और मुंह से धीमी और गहरी सांस लें। आप अपनी जीभ की सतह पर ठंडक का अनुभव करेंगे। मुंह को बंद करके नाक से सांस छोड़ें।

लाभ: डाइजिस्टिव डिसऑर्डर्स और एसिडिटी से पीड़ित लोगों के लिए यह बहुत फायदेमंद है। यह प्राणायाम दिमाग को भी शांत करता है।

4. भ्रामरी

इसे सेशन के अंत तक किया जा सकता है। भ्रामरी दिमाग को शांत करती है और ब्लड सर्कुलेशन और सेरेब्रोस्पाइनल तरल पदार्थ के सर्कुलेशन में भी मदद करती है। भ्रामरी को हमिंग बी ब्रीथ भी कहा जाता है। ध्यान मुद्रा में बैठकर नाक से गहरी सांस अंदर लें और धीरे-धीरे सांस छोड़ें, जिससे हम्मिंग की तरह आवाज आएगी। सांस लेने और छोड़ने का समय समान रहेगा।

5. सूर्यभेदन

सूर्य दाहिनी नासिका को दर्शाता है और भेदन पियर्सिंग को। नाक के दाहिने ओर से सांस लेना और बायीं ओर से सांस छोड़ना सूर्यभेदन कहलाता है। यह स्फूर्तिदायक प्राणायाम हमारे सिम्पैथेटिक नर्वस सिस्टम को उत्तेजित करता है, और खोपड़ी को साफ करता है और हठप्रदीपिका में उल्लेख है कि इस प्राणायाम से उत्पन्न गर्मी पेट में कीड़े को नष्ट कर देगी।

6. शीतकारी प्राणायाम

इसे हिसिंग ब्रीथ भी कहा जाता है, इस प्राणायाम को ऊपरी और निचले जबड़े के दांतों को एक साथ छूकर और सांस अंदर लेकर किया जाता है। इसे करने के बाद आपको मुंह और जीभ के किनारों पर ठंडक का अनुभव होगा। यह भी एक शांतिदायक प्राणायाम है। इसके नियमित अभ्यास से पाचन क्रिया दुरुस्त होती है और एसिडिटी में रहत मिलती है। अनिद्रा से पीड़ित लोगों के लिए यह एक अच्छा अभ्यास है। यह गर्मी के दिनों में विशेष रूप से उपयोगी है क्योंकि यह शरीर के तापमान को कम करता है। इस प्राणायाम का अभ्यास करते समय इस बात का ध्यान रखना चाहिए कि वातावरण स्वच्छ हो।

डिस्क्लेमर: प्राणायाम शुरू करने से पहले कृपया अपने GOQii डॉक्टर से सलाह लें। आगे के मार्गदर्शन के लिए, आप यहां पेर्सनलिज़्ड हेल्थ कोचिंग की सदस्यता लेकर किसी विशेषज्ञ तक पहुंच सकते हैं | 

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Top 10 Weird Excuses We Make To Skip A Workout

excuses to skip a workoutPulling someone out of bed for a workout can really be a task! In the field of health and fitness, we have come across people giving some very fickle excuses that are just not valid. We are writing this article not to help you make those excuses, but to convey the fact that these excuses are invalid. We need to get stronger and workout harder!

Top 10 Excuses We Make To Skip A Workout 

  1. I Just Ate A Meal: We agree there should be a good 2 hour gap between your meal and workout but does this qualify as a reason to not workout? If you have just eaten your lunch, schedule your workout towards late noon or evening. But, include it in your “to-do” list. Do not skip it.
  2. I am not going to wear my “brand new” shoes for a run: If you aren’t wearing them, then why did you buy them? To walk the ramp or just look at it and feel good? Unless you are heading for some mud run or splash in a mucky puddle, they are going to remain the same. Shoes are meant to get dirty. It is very important you wear the new shoes and run as you need to break into them as well.
  3. I Can’t Afford a Gym: One doesn’t need to go to the gym to be fit. The roads are your playground and your coach is your motivator. Running, trekking, walking and stair climbing are some accessible and free ways to get fit. In fact, you can even tune in to GOQii Play sessions or subscribe for GOQii Pro classes for one-on-one coaching from fitness experts. The sessions are pretty affordable too and you can do it from the comfort of your home!
  4. I Don’t Have the Time: This one is probably the most common excuse. A workout does not need to last for an hour. 15-20 minutes is also good enough. If that too sounds like a lot to spare for your health, then you should definitely be working out because such a thought itself is an indicator of stress. Set your priorities right! Break into some HIIT‘s (High Intensity Interval Training). Have a Smart Workout.
  5. I Feel Sick: Now this sounds like a genuine one. A viral fever, dizziness or any condition that requires extra care are excused. But, days when you suffer from a mild headache, feel heavy, PMS or just not feel a 100%, a little exercise will actually help. Your body needs to get rid of the toxins.
  6. I’m Too Tired: Next time, tell yourself, “10-15 minutes of a quick workout and I shall head home for a nap”. As a result of this you shall end up taking a nap with more satisfaction and contentment.
  7. Blame My Crazy Travel Schedule: This is the time when Tabata, body-weight exercises, living-room workouts and other HIIT’s will make more sense to you. Most hotels already have the facility of an in-house gym. Avail that. Or else, take a brisk walk and explore your new surroundings. One more tip that comes handy is to book your room above the 3rd floor, so that you get a chance to climb the stairs.
  8. I Worked Out Yesterday: One bite of pizza doesn’t harm you. Similarly, one day of activity is not going to help the goals you have set for yourself. We need to be consistent for at least 21 days till it becomes a habit (rest days included). It’s a lifestyle change. The old saying, ‘Tomorrow never comes’ still holds true.
  9. My Buddy Did Not Turn Up: OK! This is serious! You need some serious motivation. Go solo, that’s alright. More often than not, we are so dependent on our friends for any outdoor activities and this holds true for workouts as well. You can’t always wait for company to workout.  You are your own individual and cannot allow someone else to impact your fitness goals.
  10. Bad Day at Work/Home: This calls for some “me” time then. Trust me, a workout will definitely make you feel better. It will refill your confidence, relieve your stress and elevate your mood. Whenever you feel like ‘it wasn’t your day’, get your favorite workout into the picture and work off that tension.

Remember that the only person standing in your way is ‘YOU’. Go ahead and take a step towards a healthier lifestyle. Your body will thank you for it! Did we miss out on anything? What are the most common excuses you have heard? Share them with us in the comments below!

Find more articles on getting fit and living a healthier lifestyle here. To never skip a workout and stay motivated at all times, join a live and interactive GOQii PRO class conducted by a certified expert. Book a class now from the GOQii App.

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From Terminal Illness To Complete Wellness! Ananda Mukherjee Health Story

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