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1. Spending time with family and Spending time with family and friends can work wonders for friends can work wonders for your health your health Exercise at least 45 minutes every day - brisk walking, running, cycling or any other form of physical activity is beneficial HEALTH NEWS According to a recent report by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and Ernst & Young, India's wellness industry is estimated to grow by 12 per cent and reach a record high of $1.3 trillion by 2020. This is significant especially in the wake of the looming healthcare crisis the country is facing. There has been a rapid increase in non-communicable diseases. Cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and cancer have emerged as leading causes of mortality in modern India.

2. If these challenges are not addressed in time, they will assume unmanageable proportions, increasing India's healthcare burden. The focus, thus, needs to be on disease prevention and wellness, along with early diagnosis so that the disease can be reversed or managed and the cost of treatment can be reduced.Wellness is a deep sense of holistic well-being that originates from mental and spiritual health. This approach is not a novel concept and has been practiced in India for centuries through various forms such as Ayurveda, Siddha and Yoga.While a disease can be pathologically detected and treated at any stage, prevention really is the key. Over the last few years there has been a revival of interest in alternate methods of fitness and well-being accompanied by correction of diet and lifestyle. This approach has a positive impact on the body and helps prevent major health problems including heart diseases, diabetes and hypertension.Care for the body as a whole. This can be achieved through a healthy diet and adequate READ FULL ARTICLE HERE ON – BS / BUSINESS STANDARD