Institute of Nutrition and Fitness Sciences
INFS was established with the intent of providing comprehensive and practical knowledge in Health and Fitness.
Anorexia nervosa is a complex eating disorder characterized by severe restriction of food intake, intense fear of gaining weight, and a distorted body image. The condition affects both men and women but is more common in women. Around 6% of the population suffers from anorexia.…
Even though the name suggests that eating disorders are a problem related with eating, however, in reality these are mental health issues that frequently need help from qualified medical and psychological professionals.
This article lists the most prevalent eating disorders and their signs and symptoms.…
Vegetables, fruits, nuts, legumes, whole grains, fish, and olive oil – All these nutrition-rich foods make a wholesome Mediterranean diet. Loaded with a variety of nutritious goodies, this diet is, undoubtedly, one of the favourites amongst those who are health conscious.…
You may have topped your IIT NEET or your medical entrance exam but are you really smarter than a fifth grader?
A fifth grader can definitely answer these questions on the human body and nutrition.
Know where you stand with your knowledge in comparison.…
Fats and oils are usually looked down upon when a person wants to lose weight. This food group is always blamed for fat gain in humans and it is the first food group that is cut down from the diet when a person starts their weight loss journey.…
Our skin, one of the major sense organs is also the biggest organ in our body. It serves as the first line of defence and shields all of the other organs from the outside world. Hence it becomes important for us to take care of our skin health as much as we do of all our other internal body parts.…
Obesity has become a major concern not only in India but also globally. It is well recognized that obesity increases the risk of diseases like diabetes, hypertension, etc. It also has negative consequences on the emotional well-being and quality of life of the general public.…
Vegan protein guide: Read this detailed guide to understand all about the protein requirements of vegans.
You may have heard this often that proteins are the building blocks of our body. People usually believe that if you are someone who goes to the gym or who works out, you need to consume more protein.…
In this era, there is no denying that physical appearances are considered important. But another fact which is also true is that we are a fast-paced generation and we want quick fixes to all our problems. On one hand, we want an aesthetic figure but on the other, we have little time to work out for that.…