Institute of Nutrition and Fitness Sciences
INFS was established with the intent of providing comprehensive and practical knowledge in Health and Fitness.
Did you know that almost 200 million people worldwide—about 40% of the world’s population are suffering from some form of thyroid disease? Thyroid problems can cause several symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, anxiety, mood problems, and insomnia that can impact your day-to-day life.…
Injury rehabilitation, also known as physical therapy or physiotherapy, is a specialized form of treatment aimed at helping individuals in their recovery from various injuries or surgeries. This comprehensive treatment method combines a variety of techniques, including exercises, manual therapy, and modalities, all aimed at restoring function, managing pain, and enhancing overall physical well-being.…
When we think about all the factors that can impact weight gain and obesity, we often tend to forget that sleep is one of them. There lies a strong relationship between quality sleep and proper body weight management. Getting too little ZZZs at night can have a potential impact on your weight and metabolism, which can further lead to a variety of medical conditions.…
Multivitamins are the most commonly prescribed supplements in the world. Some people believe that multivitamins can benefit your health, balance out poor eating habits, and even lessen the risk of developing chronic diseases. In most cases, multivitamins aren’t harmful. But sometimes, taking extensive doses of certain nutrients in certain conditions can have serious side effects.…
A natural stimulant called “Caffeine” can help people get through a night shift, an afternoon slump, or trouble getting out of bed due to lethargy. Many individuals rely on it to help them get through all of the aforementioned circumstances and many more.…
Are you trying hard to maximize muscle growth and strength gains? Understanding muscle protein synthesis and how to optimize it through your training regimen is crucial.
Muscle protein synthesis is the process by which your body repairs and rebuilds muscle fibers after exercise, leading to muscle growth and increased strength.…
While eating nutritious and protein-rich foods such as vegetables and meat can be a great way to maintain a healthy and balanced diet, it’s equally important to consider how you cook them.
Just like certain cooking methods can help preserve essential nutrients and reduce fat and oil in the food, some cooking processes can even increase the fat, calorie, and salt content, which you might need to avoid if you’re trying to follow a healthier diet.…
To stay fit and healthy, mild exercise in the form of a short walk is sufficient for older adults; cardiovascular exercises or resistance training is not necessary.
A popular belief among older adults is that a limited form of exercise, such as a short walk without the need for any resistance training or cardiovascular activities, is sufficient to lead a healthy and fit life.…
When we speak of the protein diet to build muscle, the most recommended food by the instructors or other common people is boiled egg which is easily available and also has a good biological value. While recommending the boiled egg it is seen that most of them ask us to have egg whites and avoid egg yolk due to fear of its cholesterol content.…