• The three-week-long show will be hosted by popular and one of the fittest actors in our country Suniel Shetty and will air Monday – Friday, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm in metro markets 
• Through the show, Suniel Shetty will raise awareness and guide listeners to value and balance their mental, physical, and emotional well-being 

 BIG FM, one of the leading radio networks in India, that has time and again presented entertaining and thought-provoking content for its listeners introduces yet another inspiring show 21 Din Wellness In. Helmed by celebrated Bollywood actor and wellness enthusiast Suniel Shetty, the show aims to up the wellness quotient of the listeners by promoting mental, physical, and emotional well-being. Through the show, the actor will urge and encourage listeners to follow a healthy lifestyle by sharing his own wellness and fitness tips for 21 days, while addressing various topics, myths, and discussions on common notions. The three-week-long show will air from Monday – Friday, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm in the metro markets, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm in Kolkata, and 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm in non-metros.

The year has gone by has made everyone realize the importance of maintaining overall- wellness for oneself. Today, people want to take complete ownership of their well-being, be it mental, physical, or emotional. While they may be loaded with information on the internet about getting fitter but have very little knowledge on the overall wellness. Listeners today have opened up to the concept of fitness and are looking at holistic wellness solutions that counter the perils and chaotic routine of modern living. Thus, it has become the need of
the hour to focus on the complete well-being of oneself. Taking this thought ahead, BIG FM along with Suniel Shetty will guide the people of India to stay fit and healthy. Through the show, Suniel along with his team of experts will throw light on topics such as how mental and physical health are interlinked, bust the myths around fad foods and diets, handling stress relevance of Yoga, interesting home remedies, and much more. He will also take listeners through his personal journey, sharing anecdotes from his life. Suniel will also be seen interacting with other celebrities who have inspired millions and set an example with their remarkable wellness journey.
Commenting on the show, Suniel Shetty said, “For me, overall wellness is of utmost importance and I feel it is vital to make it part of one’s daily routine. It makes me really happy to see that a lot of people today are giving importance to a healthy, well-balanced, and happy life. Through this show, our aim is to provide a holistic wellness solution to our listeners who want to take ownership of their lifestyle. This is something that is extremely close to my heart and I am thrilled to helm a show which throws light on different aspects of
the same. Also, I am glad to be part of the BIG FM family who has always strived to create a difference with their distinctive content and initiatives.” Adding on, Sunil Kumaran, Country Head -Product, Marketing & TWINK BIG, BIG FM, said “At BIG FM, our endeavor has always been to curate content which is inspiring and provides entertainment with a purpose and we are certain that our latest show ’21 Din Wellness In’ is
the perfect confluence of the two. The last year has been an eye-opener for many in terms of health and wellness and hence we feel it is the need of the hour to address various aspects pertaining to it. Being a wellness enthusiast, we feel Suneil Shetty is the perfect host for the show to throw light on the importance of being healthy through emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing. We wish him all the best on this new journey and we are sure that listeners will not only be thrilled but will also benefit immensely through his guidance.”
Taking the engagement with listeners to the next level, 21 Din Wellness In with Suniel Shetty will also be available across multiple platforms. In addition to on-air, it will be available on various audio streaming platforms and smart speakers universes such as Spotify, Hubhopper Studio, Amazon Alexa, Gaana, and Apple Podcast amongst others. The show will also be promoted extensively across the social media platforms of BIG FM. Through a series of interesting videos, audiences will get an insight into Suniel’s workout regime, his personal resolutions, food preferences, home remedies, and much more. He will also be sharing exciting fitness and wellness-related challenges encouraging audiences to participate. This will also be promoted on the digital handles of the radio network’s partner platforms along with Suniel Shetty’s social media pages. Keeping the ever-growing interest of the listeners in audio, the show aims to stay true to its brand philosophy of ‘Dhun Badal Ke Toh Dekho’ by keeping the listeners hooked to the radio throughout with infotainment like never before.
So don’t forget to tune in to the show Monday – Friday 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm in metro markets

About BIG FM:

BIG FM, one of India's largest radio networks with 59 stations, reaches out to 1200+ towns and 50,000+ villages and over 45 crore Indians across the country. BIG FM has evolved with the changing times. With the new positioning, BIG FM will play a meaningful, relevant, and compelling role in the lives of consumers. It will not just be about entertainment but a brand that has a purpose. With its extensive reach, localized content, and credible RJs the brand will play the role of a ‘thought inspirer’ and an agent of positive change in society. The new tag line of ‘Dhun Badal Ke Toh Dekho’ reflects the philosophy that ‘Changing the world for the better starts with changing your thoughts. Realigning the programming to reflect the new positioning, BIG FM has refreshed the music promise playing your favorite music tested with the audience besides bringing on board some big names from the Radio and entertainment spaces across all key markets. The network's occasion-based programming, CSR Activities, and client integrated campaigns strongly reflect its Dhun Badal Ke Toh Dekho ethos. The original content-based shows and engaging brand-led campaigns have consistently won accolades at prestigious industry awards like the EMVIES, ABBYs, Asian Customer Engagement Awards, Indian Radio Forum & New York Festival.

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The COVID 19 pandemic has maximized digital device usage among people of all age groups. Working professionals and students have switched to remote work and schooling to avoid stepping out of the house and minimize the spread of the novel coronavirus. But the remote working and online learning have increased the strain on the eyes due to increased screen time.

The work from home concept has made us increase our work hours due to time flexibility. Also, online classes have made children spend more time using devices like laptops and mobiles. After school hours, kids have glued to the TV or computer again as they cannot step out for any outdoor activities. Due to this many complain about eye-related problems.

Digital eye strain occurs as the eyes have to focus and refocus all the time. Eyes always react to images that are constantly moving by shifting focus and communicating rapidly varying images to the brain. This can strain eye muscles. Due to the focus required, one starts blinking less frequently leading to dryness in the eye and blurred vision. Digital eye strain may not cause permanent eye damage however it can create discomfort and pain while working. Factors, such as screen or font size, glare, luminosity and contrast, viewing distance or angle, all can increase discomfort and exacerbate vision problems. Blurry vision, headaches, neck pain and eye dryness are the indications that your eyes need rest. And these signs and factors can be handled if proper tips are followed while exposed to screen time. Here are few healthy practices that one can follow-

Position your screen correctly: Top line of the computer screen should be 15-20 degrees below eye level (or about 4-5 inches) and put the screen directly Infront of you and at least 20 inches away.

Think about lighting: Tilt or position the computer screen in a way that it minimizes glare from overhead lighting or windows, and if there’s no way to cut glare, consider using an anti-glare screen to decrease reflected light.

Correct your posture: Adjust your chair height so that your feet are resting flat on the floor, back is straight and wrists aren’t strained while typing.

Remember to blink: To minimize dry or discomfort in eyes when using your computer, be sure to blink frequently to keep the ocular surface moist.

Take frequent breaks: It is advised to take at least 20 seconds break every 20 minutes while working on your computer. Every 20 minutes look at an object which is 20 feet away and stare at it for 20 seconds. Allow your eyes a chance to refocus. For every two hours of continuous computer use, consider resting your eyes for 15 minutes. Every 20 minutes look at an object which is 20 feet away and stare at it for 20 seconds.

Additionally, it is suggested to take font size and distance into consideration while using any device. Ensure the screen is large enough for the task at hand, opt for a tablet or desktop screen over a smartphone when reading small fonts, or consider a larger screen when viewing large amounts of content. Maintaining an appropriate eye to screen distance while working.

Visit your eye specialist as soon as you develop any irritation, dryness, pain or discomfort in your eyes.

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For most of us work means waking up early in the morning, getting dressed in hurry, having quick breakfast or skip it, rush to office, surviving the traffic nuisance and then carry on with office work and head back home.

This cycle of the day is now broken due to the quarantine situation which we are currently facing. People are adapting themselves to the new change in their daily routine.

While the young are missing their favourite food joints, cafes and shopping places, the elderly are missing their daily walks and chitchats and this scenario also applies to working from home people too.

Amidst this, there is a certain percent of crowd who is looking at the quarantine in a complete different perception. Staying away from pollution, eating only home cooked food, being at home and spending time with the family are the few perks that people are enjoying at the very moment.

All these new changes of staying in a confined place for a long time, can make our bodies stiff and lethargic. You don’t have to worry about being unable to go to the gym or exercise rigorously to make yourself healthy. You can just make the right use of the extra time and the resources which are available at home. Now the question remains how? Here are few health tips to keep yourself fit and active.

• As there is no junk available, people are eating home cooked food. Keep the practise, it’s good to detox your body from the junk food.
• Do passive exercises like- take the stairs, walk and talk on a call, go for a stroll (use your living space and balcony), the idea is to keep yourself moving
• Meditate for 15 minutes every day, for a fresh mind
• Eat loads of fruits and vegetables, as they contain micro nutrients they will help in building your immunity.
• Reduce your food consumption, intake 2 rotis instead of 3.
• As the situation is not easily accessible for supplies, take in extra supplements like vitamins and minerals
• Take in more of citrus fruits and fibre foods, they help is building immunity against common flu and other upper respiratory diseases.
• Take in lots of fluids, the more hydrated, the more it helps in building better immunity
• Do not try any new exercises using social media platforms
• Consume dry fruits and nuts in your first meal
• Avoid eating fried and oily foods along with binge eating
• Avoid processed foods
• Avoid excessive sitting
• Don’t be ideal, be creative.
• Keep stretching yourself
• Avoid too much of sugar and salt
• Do yoga and Zumba at home to stay fit

Keep yourself rejuvenated by following these simple tips. Remember that exercises are not only for your physical health butit boosts mental wellbeing too.This quarantine make use of your extra time to make yourselves fit and healthy.

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With the change in lifestyle, obesity in India has reached epidemic proportions in the 21st century. The sedentary lifestyle is the major reason for obesity, which can strongly be witnessed in youngsters and adults all over the world. India, in particular, is bearing the heavy burden of obesity, which is prevalent even among children between the age of 5 and 19 years.

Since 1980, the prevalence of obesity has doubled worldwide. Over 1.9 billion adults (18 years and older) and 41 million children under the age of five were overweight in 2014 and nearly half of these children lived in Asia. Over the last decade or so, the prevalence of obesity has seen a significant rise in India, with almost one-third of the adult urban population estimated to be obese. Not only that, India has the second-highest number of obese children in the world with 14.4 million reported cases, according to a study. Another study estimates that by 2025, India will have over 17 million obese children and in the next 20 years, the number of obese adults is forecasted to be as high as 26 million people.

Something which a lot of people are unaware about obesity is that it is not just an issue of being overweight because of over-eating, but it is also directly linked to metabolic disorders like cardiovascular diseases, insulin resistance, and Type 1 diabetes. This makes obesity a threatening socio-economic and public health problem in the country.

Causes of obesity

Obesity is marked by high body mass index (BMI), abdominal adiposity, increased subcutaneous fat, and fat deposits in parts like the liver and other muscles.

The chief causes include:

• Lack of physical activities and exercises,
• A sedentary lifestyle,
• Binge eating,
• Alcohol consumption,
• Improper/unhealthy food habits.
• High consumption of sugar, fat-based foods and an energy-dense diet can lead to increased body fat percentage.
• Regularly skipping breakfast or high dependence on fast-foods

Medical complications

As mentioned above, obesity is not about just being over-weight; but it also brings along many medical complications with it and poses a threat to the body in many ways. Obese people are likely to develop various potentially serious health problems like:

• Heart disease and stroke
• High blood pressure
• Abnormal cholesterol levels
• Type 2 diabetes
• Certain cancers like that of the uterus, cervix, endometrium, ovary, breast, colon, rectum, esophagus, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, kidney and prostate
• Digestive problems, heartburn, gallbladder disease, and liver problems

• Gynecological and sexual problems like infertility and irregular periods in women or even erectile dysfunction in men
• Sleep apnea
• Osteoarthritis due to increased stress on weight-bearing joints
• Reduced quality of life

Some weight-related concerns that affect the quality of life include:

• Depression
• Disability
• Sexual problems
• Shame and guilt
• Social isolation
• Lower work achievement

Ways to prevent obesity

If the underlying causes of obesity are not addressed early on in life, it has the capacity to convert into a major health issue in adulthood.

• Encourage children to participate in household activities and regular physical exercises. Physical activities must be a part of the regular curriculum in school. Children who are into outdoor games and sports have a greater metabolism rate and do not tend to gain excess weight, as compared to children who spend all their time in front of digital screens.
• Promote well-portioned meals and nutritious food among children.
• Physical activity must be a part of one’s daily routine even later in life. Let your child choose a form of exercise whether its athletics, sports, outdoor games, cycling, swimming or dance.
• Practice healthy eating habits including eating on time, not over-eating, avoiding fatty processed foods (like excess cheese, gluten, whip cream, and other such unhealthy foods), and by eating the right kinds of food (locally available foods, whole grains, vegetables, whole fruits, nuts, beans, and fish)
• Replace ‘screen time’ with ‘family time’.

The treatment methods that one can opt when dealing with obesity are:

• Liposuction
• Gastric bypass
• Gastric banding
• Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy
• Mini bypass gastric surgery
• Tummy tucks

Though obesity is a non-communicable disease, it is creating a ‘New World Syndrome’ that is rapidly affecting every part of the world. Thankfully, simple shifts in lifestyle is all you need to lead a healthy, fat-free, worry less life!

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