To decide where should we go with your eye problems we need to understand what optometrist and ophthalmologist do and how do this professionals help differentiate. If I want to tell in brief, optometrist are the ones who examine eyes for vision and health problems, and ophthalmologist are the eye specialist who has knowledge of optometrist but also does eye surgeries. 

Read below and you will know which one will be better for you, optometrist or ophthalmologist.

What an Optometrist does?

Optometrist examine, diagnose, treat and manage diseases which occur in eyes. They are primary health care providers. It may not seem but an optometrist plays an important role in patients’ complete health and diagnosing varied diseases, such as diabetes, hypertension, coronary problems, etc.

Optometrist can also prescribe medications for any eye problems and can also prescribe different vision therapy. An optometrist can also write prescriptions for prescription lenses.

Any surgical or non-surgical options available for any eye treatment is counselled by optometrist. At some places optometrist will also help in pre and post-operative care after eye surgery. If in US, optometrist is licensed to perform surgery whereas in UK they are not trained nor licensed to perform surgeries on eyes.

What an Ophthalmologist does?

An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor who is a specialist in eye and vision care. Ophthalmologist are different than optometrist in the level of training, knowledge which they have.

Ophthalmologist can diagnose and treat all kinds of eye diseases, perform eye surgeries and prescribe medications for vision problems. Ophthalmologist have medical training and is licensed to perform surgeries in both US and UK.

Ophthalmologists are extensively trained and have under gone at least eight years of medical training after their 4 to 5 years of studies at medical schools.

Whom to Visit? Optometrist or Ophthalmologist

Before going to any of the eye care professional you can do some self-assessment and decide on the professional to visit.

After your assessment, if you believe your eyes and your overall body is healthy then you should give a visit to optometrist.

If you are already suffering from any eye condition like glaucoma, macular degeneration or cataracts then it is time to see an expert who is highly trained and specialized, ophthalmologist. In cases like this, medical treatment and monitoring from highly skilled ophthalmologist is required. 

Majority of the common eye problems like dry eyes, common eye infections and few chronic eye diseases can be treated by optometrist. If you believe you have some eye condition then consult with an optometrist before going to an ophthalmologist.

From the age of 18 years to 60 years, if you have any eye problems or use prescription lenses then you should visit optometrist every two years for routine checkup. After age of 60 years, you should see an optometrist at least once in a year. Regular eye checkup can help keep eyes healthy for long time and with these routine checkups you may discover any disease at early stage.

Also, if you see these following signs or suffering from any of the mentioned conditions then you should immediately see an ophthalmologist. An eye examination from specialized eye professional can save the light in your eyes. 

• Bulging of one or both eyes;
• Dark curtain or veil that blocks your vision;
• Decreased vision, even if temporary;
• Diabetes mellitus;
• Distorted vision;
• Double vision;
• Excess tearing;
• Eyelid abnormalities;
• Family history of eye disease;
• Halos (colored circles around lights);
• High blood pressure;
• HIV or AIDS;
• Injury to the eye;
• Loss of peripheral (side) vision;
• Misaligned eyes;
• New floaters (black “strings” or specks in the vision) and/or flashes of light;
• Pain in the eye;
• Thyroid disease-related eye problems (Graves’ disease);
• Unusual red eye.

In cases with specific eye problems both optometrist and ophthalmologist work together to provide treatment. Such case where both optometrist and ophthalmologist working together are called as co-management. 

In co-management, optometrist covers your primary care and then the optometrist recommends to an ophthalmologist for complete and thorough diagnosis and treatment. The ophthalmologist will focus on controlling the eye condition via medical treatment, surgery or by both medical treatment and surgery. After controlling the eye condition, the ophthalmologist will send back patient to optometrist. 

To conclude with, you have to decide based on your health conditions and obviously your eye conditions whether you have to see optometrist or ophthalmologist. If you do not know the issue or feel that the issue is minor then visit optometrist or ophthalmologist will be more suitable if you have any above prevailing conditions or believe that the issue with your eyes is serious and requires specialized attention.

There is always an option to control blood sugar levels with medications or by taking shot of an insulin. Though, medication and external dose of insulin may help to lower blood sugar quickly but, the effects are not lasting and you may need to take next dose soon.

Taking insulin shot is always a way to lower blood sugar quickly, but along with the medications if you do 5 things mentioned ahead in the article, you can lower blood sugar quickly and have it under control for long time.

Your diet and lifestyle will play big role in faster control of blood sugar levels.

5 Things you should do to lower blood sugar quickly

1. Exercise Regularly

If your body has enough insulin then exercise will work best for you to quickly lower your blood sugar levels. But, if you are low on insulin and your body will start burning fat and this may lead to ketoacidosis which is detrimental for the body. 

So, if you are type 1 diabetic patient and have hyperglycemia then you should refrain from intense workout sessions. Also, avoid exercising during emergency situations.

If you do not have any of the above conditions then, you should work out regularly and you will notice difference in your blood sugar levels. You can do activities like walking, jogging, running swimming, weight lifting, etc. 

Go with exercises which you enjoy most. You need to exercise regularly to see fast results which are lasting.

2. Drink Water

Drinking adequate amount water daily can help lower your blood sugar levels. Drinking water keep you hydrated (dehydration is common problem faced by diabetic patients) and also helps kidneys to flush out excess blood sugar via urine. Also, your blood sugar gets diluted if you drink sufficient water.

As per studies, normal person should drink around 6 to 8 glasses of water that is approximately 1.5 liters water. But, keep in mind that anything in excess is not good and drinking lot of water may not be good for you too especially if you are going through any heart conditions or kidney problems.

3. Reduce Sugar Intake

If you are one of those people who like to drink coke then, you will have to stop drinking it. These beverages are high in sugar and it is bad for your health. Along with these beverages you should also avoid ice cream, cakes, biscuits, soda, etc. 

These foods contain lots of sugars and can easily shoot your blood sugar levels. So, it is best to avoid such foods.

It is unfortunate that more than 60% of foods which we find at our local grocery stores contain high amount of sugar even though it is written ‘healthy’ on the label.

4. Reduce carbohydrates from your diet

Proper diet is necessary to regulate blood sugar. To lower blood sugar quickly you need to shift for foods that lower blood sugars immediately. 

Your diet should include more leafy greens, fruits, lentils, lean meats, etc. and reduce carbohydrates. Our body breaks carbohydrates into glucose or sugars and which in turn increases sugar level in blood. 

So, it is advised to lower carbohydrates from diet and if possible, completely shut off simple carbs from diet instead shift too complex carbs. 

5. Include food with low glycemic index in diet

Glycemic index is an index which ranks different food as per its conversion to glucose by our body. You must have realized why your food should have low glycemic index, it is effective way to quickly reduce blood sugar levels.

If you are someone suffering with type 1 or type 2 diabetes then, your diet must consist of food with low glycemic index. Some common foods which contain low glycemic index are eggs, potatoes, beans, vegetables, etc. So, see to that these foods are included in your diet.

Are you already doing any of the above things? Do let me know in the comments.

Obesity leads to many serious health conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, heart diseases, gallstones, etc. If left untreated, obesity can be damaging for health and eventually lead to death.

As such, obesity is mostly considered a lifestyle disorder but it can also occur due to prevailing health conditions. Moreover, obesity is difficult to treat as people who lose weight tend to regain it back within 5 years.

Medications and diet can help you lose weight and alleviate the risk but, the treatment of obesity is long-term commitment which involves healthy lifestyle and diet.

Let us look at the causes of obesity

10 causes of obesity:

1. Sedentary lifestyle

People who have very less physical activity or are inactive tend to burn fewer calories than their counterparts who are active. As per NHANES (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey) there is a direct relation between weight gain and sedentary lifestyle in both males and females.

So, it is advised that people should frequently engage into some sort of physical activity. 

2. Overeating

Overeating is one of the leading causes of weight gain in people and it is more prominent if your diet consists of food which is high in fat. Foods which pack lots of calories in smaller quantities like fast food, fried food and sweets are main culprits. Many studies have shown that overeating of such kind of food has hand in weight gains.

It is better to limit eating of such high caloric and unhealthy food. If possible, you should eliminate these foods from your diet and shift to healthy eating. Other advice is to limit your diet as it is said that anything in excess is not good for health.

3. Diet consisting high simple carbs

Carbohydrates are also one of the reasons for weight gains, especially simple carbohydrates. Carbohydrates lead to increase in glucose level in your body, which causes pancreas to release insulin. Now, the insulin is responsible for growth of fat tissue and thus it can result into weight gain. 

Simple carbohydrates like sugars, fructose, desserts, soft drinks, etc. are easily broken and absorbed in bloodstream which in turn results into larger secretion of insulin and which in turn causes weight gain. 

You cannot simply cut carbohydrates from your body as it is one of the prominent and fast sources of energy. So, it is advised to replace simple carbs with complex carbs like brown rice, grains, vegetables, fruits, etc. which takes more time to break and thus the amount of insulin released is reduced. 

4. Frequent eating

Many people who are obese believe that eating less frequently will help them shed some pounds but, this is completely wrong. When your frequency of eating is low, you tend to eat bigger meals which results into insulin spikes and also causes drastic rise in blood sugar level. This eventually leads to gaining more weight instead of losing.

It is advised to eat around four to five meals in a day and the meals should be small. This will help in stable secretion of insulin in your body and also the blood sugar level is maintained. 

5. Diseases

If you already have any prevailing health condition, then it can be the cause of your obesity. People with diseases like hypothyroidism, polycystic ovary syndrome, resistance to insulin, etc. are likely to suffer with obesity and weight gains.

For people with such kind of diseases, it is advised to consult with your doctors and take proper medications.

6. Medications

Certain medications can have weight gain as its side effects. Medicines like anti-depressants, anticonvulsants, oral contraceptives, etc. can cause weight gain. The cause of weight gain can differ with different medications. 

If you may think this is your problem then, consult your doctor/physician rather than discontinuing your medicines. It is never advised to stop any medication without consulting your doctor.

7. Psychological Factors

It is observed that emotions can influence eating habits. Most of the people tend to eat excessively when sad, angry or under some kind of stress. Around 30% of the people who are suffering with weight problems tend to overindulge into eating due to their emotions.

To keep your emotions in check, meditate and do some physical exercise. Exercise and meditation greatly improve your mood.

8. Genetics

Sometimes it is not the person’s lifestyle fault for obesity but, it has to do with the genes. If a person’s one of the parent or both of the parents are obese then it is more likely for that person to be overweight. One of the common genetic of overweight is absence of leptin from body. Leptin sends signals to brain when body fat is too high and tells to eat less. But with the absence of this hormone, it is difficult to regulate eating.

There are many researches going on in this area.

9. Social Issues and Ethnicity

Social issues like lack of spaces to exercise and financial capacity to purchase healthy food can be a cause of weight gain. Also, it is very well observed that fast foods are lot cheaper when compared with healthier options.

Obesity is also observed in different ethnic groups. In many ethnicities people tend to rapidly gain weight in early age. For example, African-American women and Hispanic women gain weight earlier in life. Obesity rate is also high in Non-Hispanic black men and Hispanic men.

10. Childhood Weight

A person’s weight is also linked to weight during childhood/teenage years/early adult years. It is observed that people who were mildly over weight in early 20’s were overweight by the age of 35. Being overweight during childhood/teenage year also indicates obesity in adulthood.

So, it is necessary to keep our younger generation fit so that they can have healthy and better life ahead.

If you are suffering with obesity due to any of the above causes, let readers know what you are doing to overcome it in comment section.

Key to progress is practice, if you practice regularly then your body will become stronger and your awareness will also increase. As you gain more strength and become more aware, you will be able to do more difficult and challenging yoga asanas/poses.

Best 10 Yoga Asanas/Poses for Beginners

1. Tadasana (Mountain Pose)

The word Tada means mountain and that’s how the name came. This pose is the base for all kind of standing poses. It may seem easy but this asana involves major muscle groups and helps improve focus and concentration.

Steps to do Tadasana:

• Stand erect with your toes together and heels slightly apart. Place your arms beside your body.
• Now slowly spread your toes apart and place weight evenly on both feet.
• Flex your thigh muscles and along with that relax your shoulders.
• As you inhale, stretch your upper body and raise your shoulders. While you exhale relax your shoulders.
• If you can, join your hands and place it in your front of chest (prayer position), or else you can just rest them by your side.

Tip: Check your alignment by standing against a wall.

2. Vrksasana (Tree Pose)

Vrks means tree and this is an excellent pose for practicing balance. This exercise is good for improving your focus and makes your mind more lucid. By looking at this pose you can say that it resembles to tree.

Steps to do Vrskasana:

• Start by standing erect with your feet joined together.
• Now, raise your right leg and place it on inner side of your left thigh.
• Join both of your hands and raise it over your head. If you are not able to raise your hand then you can place your joined hands in front of your chest in prayer position.
• Hold this position for 30 seconds and change the position of the legs and then repeat above steps.

Tip: If you are not able to stand or not able to maintain balance, then you can take support of wall by leaning your back on it.

3. Trikonasana (Triangle Pose)

Tri means three and kona means side, thus trikona – triangle. The way you take this pose resembles a triangle. This asana/pose has benefits like you will get good stretch to your waist, it will strengthen your legs and tone your body. Additionally, when in this posture you will also open up your lungs.

Steps to do Trikonasana:

• Stand with your legs apart and then stretch your right leg by 90 degrees. While stretching your legs see to that you are balanced and feet firm to ground with weight equally distributed amongst both legs.
• Take a deep breathe and slowly exhale, while you exhale touch your right hand to ankle or toe of your right leg, while you get your right hand to touch ankle or toe raise your left hand straight up in the air.
• With both hands stretched, move your forehead in the direction of left hand or hand which is overhead.
• Hold this posture for 5 to 10 breathes and release this position while inhaling and repeat above steps with opposite direction.

Tip: If you feel unsteady or if you are losing balance then you can take support of wall by placing heel of your back feet.

4. Virabhadrasana I (Warrior Pose 1)

Warrior pose is extremely good and easy posture to build strength and stamina. This pose is really good for building confidence, strengthen your core, thighs and back.

Steps to do Virabhadrasana I:

• Stand in Mountain Pose and with slight exhale lightly jump and move your feet apart.
• Raise your hands above and join your palms.
• Turn your left foot in 45 degrees or 60 degrees to the right and take out your right foot to 90 degrees. See to that your left and right heel are aligned.
• Slowly exhale and rotate your torso towards the right side.
• Hold your left foot firmly to the ground and bend your right knee. See to that both feet are firm to ground.
• To come out of the posture, press back heel to the ground and reach out to your arms while straightening your other leg out of bend.
• Turn the feet forward and rest your arms down. Repeat above steps with left leg.

Tip: While bending the front knee you may bend lower torso forward, if this is the case then stretch your back foot more.

5. Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Dog Facing Pose)

Downward-Dog Facing Pose is the most practiced yoga pose and this posture is really good for strengthening whole body. At most of the yoga classes this will be the first pose you may learn. In complex yoga postures this pose act as a transition pose or a resting pose.

Steps to do Adho Mukha Svanasana:

• Get down on floor with both your hands and knees. Your hands should be slightly ahead of your shoulders and knees should be below your hips.
• Spread your hands wide and firmly press index finger and thumb on ground. This will help you get grip and remain stable.
• Exhale and lift your knees. While you lift your knees raise your lower torso too.
• Straighten your legs as much as you can and to avoid slipping add a bit of pressure towards heels.
• Keep your head between your arms and facing your knees. See to that your back remains straight.
• Hold this posture for 5 to 10 breathes.

Tip: If you are finding it difficult to get out of this posture then you can use a small chair or any blocks to raise your hands off the floor and easily get out of the posture.

6. Urdhva Mukha Svanasana (Upward-Facing Dog)

Urdhva Mukha Svanasana is mostly practiced with Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog). This posture is really good to increase upper-body strength and gives a good stretch to your upper torso.

Steps to do Urdhva Mukha Svanasana:

• Lie down on your stomach and stretch your legs back with sole facing upwards.
• Bend your elbows and put your palms beside your waist.
• Take a deep breathe and straighten your hands by pressing them on the ground. While you straighten your arms, lift your chest up.
• Now, pull your shoulders back and tilt your head above. This will give a nice stretch to your chest.
• Hold this posture for 5 to 10 breathes.

Tip: While doing this pose you may tend to slouch your shoulders which can put pressure on your neck. See to that your shoulders are straight.

7. Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Fold Pose)

Seated forward fold pose is the best yoga pose for beginners to try something challenging. With this posture you get a good stretch to your hamstrings, lower and upper back and sides.

Steps to do Paschimottanasana:

• Sit down floor with legs stretched forward and raise your arms and stretch them.
• Extend your arms forward and try reaching your feet.
• Contract your gut and try to raise your chest.
• Hold this posture for 10 breathes.

Tip: While doing this posture if you feel any kind of sharp pain then you should immediately release the pose. If you cannot keep your legs straight then you may bend your legs as long as the feet remains flexed and are together.

8. Setubandhasana (Bridge Pose)

It is said that Setubandhasana is a bridge that connects our body and mind. This pose is opposite to forward bend pose. Bridge pose is a good back bend for beginners that stretches your front body while strengthening the back.

Steps to do Setubandhasana:

• Lay down on your back and fold your knees. Keep some distance between your feet.
• Push your feet on the ground and lift your body up from the knee. Use your arms to give support and provide extra push by placing them straight on the ground.
• Hold this posture for 10 breathes and then lower your body. Repeat above steps for 5 times.

Tip: You can keep pillow below your lower back to make it easy while releasing the posture.

9. Balasana (Child Pose)

Balasana is a resting pose that stretches your lower body while relieving stress and tension. Child pose is one of the excellent pose for beginners and it is also good resting pose for expert yogis too.

Steps to do Balasana:

• Start by kneeling down on floor and lock your toe finger together. Keep some distance between your knees.
• Lay your abdomen between your thighs and rest your forehead on floor.
• Rest your arms in open position and spread them in front of your forehead.
• Rest in this position for 5 to 10 breathes. To release this posture, gently rise back from the torso.

Tip: You can keep a blanket below your knees and head for a little bit of cushion.

10. Savasana (Corpse Pose)

Savasana is the best asana to end your yoga session. This is the most easy asana any person can do physically but, you need to be mentally focused while relaxing.

Steps to do Savasana:

• Lie down your back and slightly spread your legs.
• Spread open your arms and your palms should be facing upwards.
• Relax and breathe naturally.
• Stay in this position for 10 minutes and focus on one thought.

Tip: If you are not able to focus on one thought or your mind keeps wandering then you should focus on your breathing.

Practice these 10 yoga asanas/poses for beginners regularly and definitely you will see results. Share your thoughts and experience in comments about the yogasanas which you have tried.

In this post I have listed top 10 dishes and top 10 cheesecakes to order at Cheesecake Factory. 

10 Best Dishes at Cheesecake Factory:

10. Fried Macaroni and Cheese

Mac and Cheese is most loved dish but you must try this new twist: Fried Macaroni and Cheese.

9. Chicken Madeira

This is the most popular dish at Cheesecake Factory. Chicken breast is sautéed in Fresh Asparagus and Melted Mozzarella Cheese, served with mashed potatoes. This dish will make you fall in love.

8. Southern Fried Chicken Sliders

Sliders are served with fresh lettuce, tomatoes and tangy pickles. You need to taste this bite sized dish.

7. Guacamole and Chips

You should try out this healthy and simple dish, you will want more.

6. Cajun Jambalaya Pasta

5. Crispy Crab Bites

Crispy Crab Bites are featured on SkinnyLicious Menu. You can enjoy this fried dish without having any guilt.

4. Cuban Sandwich

This is the only sandwich you will ever want to eat.

3. Loaded Baked Potato Tots

Bring back your childhood memories with this Loaded Baked Potato Tots.

2. Jamaican Black Pepper Shrimp

Caribbean shrimp dish which pack lots of punch and heat. Dish is served with Rice, Black Beans, Plantains and Marinated Pineapple.

1. Molto Meat Flatbread Pizza

Topping rich pizza will definitely fill your belly. Pizza is topped with 5 different meats: prosciutto, sausage, housemade meatballs, pepperoni, and smoked bacon.

10 Best Cheesecakes at Cheesecake Factory:

10. Toasted Marshmallow S’mores Galore

This is a showstopper dessert which will impress diners. Cheesecake is topped with Hershey’s chocolate and Honey Maid Graham Crackers.

9. Dulce de Leche Caramel Cheesecake

Dulce de Leche Caramel Cheesecake is Caramel Cheesecake Topped with Caramel Mousse and Almond Brickle on a Vanilla Crust. This cake has balanced taste of caramel and almond. It is the best caramel cheesecake you can eat at Cheesecake Factory.

8. Chocolate Tuxedo Cream Cheesecake

You will be mesmerized by this cheesecake. The layers in this cake are meticulously arranged and as photogenic it looks it is also delicious to eat.

7. Fresh Strawberry Cheesecake

This is Cheesecake Factory’s most popular dessert for more than 35 years. As name suggests the cheesecake is served with fresh glazed strawberries.

6. Oreo Dream Extreme Cheesecake

Oreo Dream Extreme Cheesecake is truly an extreme cheesecake. The cheesecake is loaded with Oreo cookies which is star attraction of the cake.

5. Celebration Cheesecake

You do not need any celebration to eat this cheesecake. This cake has layers of Vanilla Cake, Cheesecake, Strawberry, Chocolate and Vanilla Mousse with Cream Cheese Frosting.

4. Fresh Banana Cream Cheesecake

This is cheesecake is light and airy, and possibly only cheesecake in this list which you can finish at a go.

3. 30th Anniversary Chocolate Cake Cheesecake

Order this dessert only if you have someone to share it with. This cheesecake is heavy and you won’t be able to eat more than couple of bites.

2. Very Cherry Ghiraldelli Chocolate Cheesecake

If you love chocolates and cherries, then this cake is for you. This cheesecake is loaded with cherries and Ghiradelli chocolates.

1. Lemon Raspberry Cream Cheesecake

This fruity, refreshing and creamy cheesecake is liked by many people. Lemon Raspberry Cream Cheesecake is also favorite of staff at Cheesecake Factory too. This is one of the perfect cheesecake to eat.

Do leave a comment if you have tried any dish or cheesecake from the above list and let me know which is your favorite item from the menu of Cheesecake Factory.

Typically, a reusable water bottle is designed in such a way that it becomes extremely difficult to clean them. Your normal kitchen washer cannot hold them and nor you can clean it with your hand and a sponge. The only way to clean such reusable bottle is to buy a special bottle brush, but with self-cleaning bottles you are saved from all of these hassles.

The only place where filtered water bottles shine over self-cleaning water bottles is when it comes to removing dirt and sediments. The filtered bottles can effectively remove dirt and any sediments but self-cleaning bottles are better at killing the viruses, bacterial and microbes. Which is lot better than your conventional water dispenser or any regular disposable plastic bottle.

Mechanism of self-cleaning water bottles 

The Self-Cleaning water bottles use ultra violet light to kill different viruses, bacteria and microbes found in the water. This ultra violet light sterilizes both the water and the inner surface of the bottle.

Ultra violet light makes it convenient to keep your reusable water bottles clean without any need of abrasive cleaning agents or soaps. Also, majority of the cleaning water bottles and the one mentioned here come up with features to keep you hot water hot and cold-water cold. Additionally, these bottles are highly durable and long lasting.

Testing the self-cleaning water bottles

Here 3 UV powered self-cleaning water bottles are tested: Larq bottle, CrazyCap bottle and Mahaton bottle. These bottles are tested with tap water from the sink and each bottle is used for three days in normal routine. 

CrazyCap

CrazyCap bottle comes with two water purification modes: normal mode which kills up to 99.99% of microbes and then there is “crazy mode” which kills up to 99.9996% of microbes. CrazyCap states that normal mode should be used for “low to medium contamination,” such as from public fountains and taps. Whereas for “medium to high contamination”, like for water from lakes and rivers, crazy mode is the one to use. 

The purification cycle in normal mode is one minute and for crazy mode it is two and a half minutes. This bottle also has an auto-clean feature which automatically activates 6 times within a day and each cycle of auto-clean is 20 seconds long. 

According to CrazyCap, periodical exposure to UV light prevents any growth of microorganism and odor. On testing of the bottle for three days, the claims made by company are true. Any kind of odor or films was completely absent from the bottle. Also, the water sterilized by the bottle tasted better than the tap water.

CrazyCap bottle is the sleekest on this list and it easily fits in the car cup holders and any cup holders on the backpack. If you have a bottle which can fit the cap of CrazyCap then you can just by the cap and according to the website, the cap fits on many different bottles.

CrazyCap will last for up to 2 months before it needs recharging. The claim is made for the auto-clean cycle only, for manual cycles the company makes no claims as manually starting the purification cycle depletes the battery.

Larq

As like CrazyCap, Larq bottle has two cleaning modes. The first mode is normal mode, which cleans up to 99.99% microbes in the time of 1 minute. The second mode is adventure mode, which cleans up to 99.9999% of the microbes in the time of 3 minutes. The difference of 0.0099% may not seem big but, it can greatly affect the quality of water.

By pressing a button on top of the bottle you can manually activate the cleaning cycle. If not, the bottle will activate a 10 seconds cleaning cycle after every 2 hours. 

Even this bottle did not have any odor or films after three days testing. The taste of the water did not improve significantly and water tasted just like normal tap water but cleaner. On a blind taste it will be difficult to distinguish between tap water and sterilized water from Larq.

Larq bottle has vacuum- insulated stainless steel and it will keep you water cold for up to 24 hours. The bottle is slim and aesthetically pleasing but, it lacks groove or curve to fit the bottle in hand.

Charge in Larq bottle will last for two months before it needs recharging with 3 to 4 normal cleaning cycles in a day. On adventure mode, the charge will last for 12 days before it needs recharging.

Mahaton

Mahaton water bottle has only one cleaning mode which will eliminate 99.99% of microbes. This is step down from the other two bottles mentioned above which comes with additional mode to remove more microbes. Due to this reason, this bottle is recommended to be used with sources like tap, fountains and water dispensers. 

The bottle had no films or odor after constant use of three days.

Mahaton bottle’s design is slim with tapering at the top which makes it easier to hold. The bottle is made up of double-walled stainless steel and it is durable. Water in this will be cold even after hours. 

The bottle has a very small size which makes carrying it around easy as it will fit in almost every bottle compartment of your bag. The only downfall is that it can hold only 12ozs of water, so you may find yourself frequently refilling the bottle.

Mahatons’ battery will last for up to 3 weeks on single charge with 4 cleaning cycles in a day. 

All three bottles mentioned in the list are really good at the task they are intended to do. Each bottle has its perks over other, so choose one as per your needs.

As Illinois and other states begin to reopen, workers will face additional anxiety about their safety at work and therefore the safety of their loved ones. How will employers support their workers’ psychological needs in these uncertain times?

Even before COVID-19, one in five Americans experienced mental issues annually. When it came to anxiety, one in three experienced a disorder in their lifetime and majority weren’t receiving any treatment. The issues Americans face with psychological state are only expected to worsen, which should be especially concerning for employers.

Poor psychological health takes a toll on workers and their performance. As per the CDC, depression interferes with an individual’s ability to finish physical job tasks about 20% of the time and reduces cognitive performance about 35% of the time.

The pandemic ushered in even more anxiety. Work-related concerns have left more than 40% of employees feeling hopeless, burned out or exhausted during the pandemic, as per SHRM. Around half of workers say they often had little or no interest in doing things since COVID-19 began.

Receiving care after psychological conditions remains a challenge. In 2018, half (44%) of US citizens under age of 65 reported experiencing a mental disorder and visited psychological state professional for his or her problem.

Some people don’t seek care because psychological conditions are stigmatized. This is often very true among men, who are socialized in a way to avoid showing their feelings.

Those who seek treatment often struggle to seek out in-network or affordable options, which is a challenge for lower-income people. Normal counseling session often costs $100-$200 per session.

Even those with quality coverage and a capability to hunt treatment may have trouble getting consultation due to nationwide shortage of psychological treatment providers. On an average there are nine psychiatrists per 100,000 people, and around half the country doesn’t have enough practitioners to satisfy the requirements of their area.

An employer benefit is beneficial only if it is used. Often, employers “check the box” on psychological health assistance with an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provided into their benefits plan. But very few employees actually use their EAP, which may also be difficult to navigate.

Virtual psychological assisting services are a new replacement option which will help employees and provide them with access to counselors via phone or video chat or any other online means available. Other employee/staff solutions may include training, workshops and wellness programs.

Improving employees’ psychological state doesn’t happen overnight. Employers got to invest in betterment of employee psychological state year-round with benefits and programs that employees will actually use.

Dancing could be a hobby enjoyed by several young individuals and adults across the planet day after day. whether or not it’s saltation while being attentive to music while doing the housekeeping or attending a weekly condiment category the wonder of dance is that it’s for everybody and can be enjoyed at any time.

However, we’d prefer to highlight the advantages of dance notably for older adults.

Promotes physical activity

Older folks who regularly engage in exercise than those that rarely partake in physical activity seems to live longer as they maintain their balance, strength, posture and health. Dance for old adults could be a really good low-level exercise that works all of the body from head to toe and encourages moving through an area, gets the guts pumping and provides the chance to softly move and stretch.

Promotes psychological feature perform

Older folks generally experience a progressive decline in psychological feature ability, memory and rest as they age. Learning dance steps and sequences will be mentally hard-to-please and could be a talent that has to be developed however dancers are known to maximize psychological feature perform and motor memory through regular practice. Dance conjointly challenges breaks and perception thanks to the fast thinking that’s needed to recollect what step comes next.

Promotes Social Inclusion

Older folks are particularly prone to loneliness and social isolation. Dance for old people can be a group activity where these folks can meet weekly and kindle friendships. The simplest dance categories are those where the dancers go and have a drink and a converse after reducing the sensation of loneliness and isolation.

Improves mental welfare

Older folks are a lot more liable to experiencing mental state issues, with depression poignant around twenty-two percent of men and twenty-eight percent of ladies aged sixty-five years and over. Dance will facilitate to cut back stress, will increase levels of the feel-good endocrine monoamine neurotransmitter, and helps to develop new neural connections, particularly in regions concerned in governing of actions, remembering, and spatial recognition. Dance is a meaningful activity which can encourage people to concentrate on activity for a sustained amount of time and facilitate people to feel a way of accomplishment once they have learnt the steps to a difficult routine.

Promotes style

Older folks might not get the chance to sharpen their ability and maybe are not any longer conscious.  Dancing will be influential stress and energy release that may provide relief from tension and supply you with the chance to explore your own vary of movements and feelings. If you decide on to bop to music then there are the other edges of getting songs as a stimulant which might conjointly enhance your mood and conjointly maybe encourage remember.

So, mud off your shoes and Keep dancing. Also promote dance for old.

Go Out

Working from house is very truly a figure of speech instead of a literal explanation of wherever you’re attending to work (unless you’re reading this throughout the Coronavirus outbreak!) – as a result of truly once you freelance or engaging at home, you’ll work anyplace.

So, why not go and part time at a restaurant in town? In this fashion you’ll least get to speak to the workers that do job there and perhaps another folks sitting in. Or instead, you can sit in a bar or tavern, or once it’s sunny relax on the grass within the sun with a glass of juice. This way of working and going out will be additionally fascinating, and at times without doubt you will encounter new folks to talk to and have conversations .

Going out in a way can help you avoid loneliness if you are engaging enough. Of course, there may ought to be scenario where you ought to be receptive chatting to folks for this to figure.

For those who cannot leave the house, operating within the garden is associate possibility. And within the front garden, you will be ready to tip your cap to folks as they walk by!

Meet Up With Others

You can conjointly build connections blogging, coding, or joining into information groups and events and exploit these opportunities to meet up with folks you do not commonly see. As an example, you can meet your friends for lunch on their lunch break, otherwise you can meet them after work if they end early.

You’ve the time, and you can even do things like style work while you engage with new people. And really, this will be additionally sociable by tons than most of the people who square measure within the workplace anyway. Except the rest you will be chatting to those who are literally your real friends instead of simply colleagues.

If this is not associate option and mechanism to avoid loneliness? Then you’ll perpetually decision them over lunch instead!

Network

Networking and interacting with others during your business hours is incredibly smart for your career and an excellent way to promote your business and build contacts. At frequent time, it will help build your business and present it sociable, therefore strive attending networking events, engaging in face to face dialogues with designers and marketers, and respond to your mails instead of looking away from it. It’s smart for your business, and it’s even better for your mental state.

These 3 methodologies can definitely help you avoid loneliness and improve your mental health.