womens HEALTH care

Being a woman in today's world is challenging enough! On top of that, you have to cope with what your body goes through. Periods, stress, fatigue and sometimes, mood swings and irritability - you may have to cope with these and much more! This is why the demands on the body are huge and your nutritional needs very different. For centuries, women have been taking care of the family. You realize now that you need to take care of yourself. Recognizing this need, GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare has recently launched New Women's Horlicks, the first and only health drink in India, designed for today's woman with the complete list of micronutrients recommended for women by the World Health Organization [WHO]. #

Did you know? » Women may loose up to 1 litre of blood annually through monthly periods » This is equivalent to 3 blood donations » Translates to 22% of total blood volume of women of around 4.5 litre. Loss of blood due to menstruation and inadequate diet is a cause of anemia Just two 2 serves (60 g) of Women's Horlicks a day is designed to help fill the dietary gap of essential micronutrients - vitamins and minerals. New Women's Horlicks, rich in milk protein [for alignment with the label], can be made up in water [three full teaspoons in a small cup of water]. The National Family Health Survey Report (2006) shows that one out of every two women in India is anemic with almost 39% of Indian women suffering from mild anemia. This literally means that almost 115million Indian women of the reproductive age are anemic. Evidence suggests that good nutrition can play an important role in addressing mild anemia. A study published by Indian Journal of Community Medicine# reveals that just iron and folic acid supplement alone are not adequate to prevent or correct anemia. Other hemopoietic nutrients like vitamin C, B2, B6 and B12 are equally important in managing anemia. Therefore, maintaining nutrient stores is essential/ important.

New Women's Horlicks contains a unique combination of HEMOCALTM nutrients which provides good quality milk protein along with 100% of the daily requirements of iron, calcium, Vitamins B2, B6, B12, folate as well as Vitamin C for replenishment of nutrition bank and for healthy blood and bones Made with the goodness of milk and malt, with no added sugar and low in fat, New Women's Horlicks has been specially formulated to provide all the nourishment without excessive calories. Available in two exciting flavors (Chocolate & Caramel), New Women's Horlicks with HEMOCALTM is priced at Rs 100 for an attractively designed 200 gm pet jar with a flip top lid.

# As per WHO RDA 19-50 year old women (menstruating) ^ sucrose, # Indian Journal of Community Medicine. 31(3): (2006-07 - 2006-09) Healthy Eating There is this age-old wise saying that will hold good forever - "You are what you eat". There is no denying the fact that a good nutritious diet will not only keep you healthy and radiant on the outside, but also ensure that your inner organs function well. Being a woman you need to make sure you do not lack a balanced nutritious diet as this can lead to health complications like heart diseases, stroke, and diabetes, osteoporosis or weight problems like being overweight or underweight. If you are pregnant, nutrition is even more important, because, now you have to eat for two - you and your baby. As a woman you play multiple roles; that of a sister, a friend, a homemaker or a mother. Hence, an adequate, well balanced nutritious diet along with regular physical activity is a prerequisite not only for your health but that of your loving family too. This portion will help you chart out your daily diet plan so that you do not miss out on the vital nutrients that are so essential when it comes to healthy eating. Healthy Looking The expression of your beauty as a woman is often based on a combination of inner beauty, which includes psychological factors such as intelligence, grace and charm and outer beauty, which includes physical factors, such as health, youthfulness and complexion. Inner beauty can be charm, intelligence or elegance, but there is another beauty that is conveniently ignored; the beauty of the inner physical body. Beauty is not in your skin alone; the beauty of your skin is derived from within. Many factors affect your appearance and natural beauty including diet, environment, stress level and physical, mental and emotional well-being. Your beauty and radiance depends largely on healthy internal nutrition for it is healthy nutrition that will pave the way for your looking healthy. This section will take you through some interesting facts and tips that will help you and your family glow with health. ealthy Living You are unique and so are your physical, social and psychological abilities. Caring for your health will not only help you live a longer life, but also live it fuller and livelier. Staying healthy begins with eating a balanced diet and following a regular exercise regimen. Feeling physically healthy and strong will also have a positive impact on your emotions and mental structure. As a woman there are quite a few things that are within your control to improve your health and quality of life. You need to understand what happens within you, physiologically and psychologically, when your body goes through a stream of changes, beginning from the time you attain puberty to the time of your pregnancy and subsequent motherhood. This section on "Healthy Living" will take you through some of the basic guidelines and practices to help you make your very own plans in order to attain appreciable levels of Healthy Living.