Mental Health & COVID 19: Changes you need to make in diet, physical activity & lifestyle

Mental health issues are a big taboo among Indians. It is unfortunate that people do not discuss stress in their mind among family members, unlike in the Western world. The stigmas attached to mental illnesses ensure that people sweep things under the carpet and suffer in silence instead of speaking out and seeking help. One must try to lead a stress-free life and do everything possible to remain active. Numerous studies over the past couple of decades have highlighted the fact that stressful living is a major concern among Indians. 

This problem is more visible in urban areas and among city dwellers, due to changes in their lifestyles or due to fast-paced living. Some estimates indicate that at least 50 per cent of the adult population are under some form of stress due to personal or professional reasons. Along with this, we are undergoing a complex global mental health crisis, a fallout of the Covid-19 pandemic.

1- Better Sleep: One of the most significant contributors to stress and anxiety in people is a lack of sleep. It can eventually lead to problems with mental and emotional health. Thus, one must try to take at least 7-8 hours of sleep.

2- Meditation: We all know that meditation helps our mental well-being but now a growing amount of scientific…