Every year we celebrate mother’s day and women’s day. We show our love and respect to important women in our lives and celebrate them. Obviously, this is a good sign but that’s only one side of the story. We need to pay better attention to the health of the women we love. In the chaos of a woman’s daily life, healthy living may take back seat to chores, work, busy schedules, and more. In today’s fast-paced lives, most women are juggling responsibilities in spheres of life. With a surge in workload comes an increase in responsibilities, stress, tensions and an array of health-related issues and ailments. Most of us are leading monotonous lives, devoid of hobbies or genuine interests. Developing and inculcating healthy habits are the best way to avoid disease, prolong your life, and live more happily.

Times have changed over the years and with that our lifestyles, diet and daily routines. We find it increasingly difficult to maintain a healthy lifestyle which is coupled with a nutritious diet, balanced workload and optimum level of physical activity in the form of exercise. Little or no time is devoted to one’s mental and emotional well-being as well. The quality of life has hit rock bottom leading increase in the number of diseases and a decrease in the life expectancy of women. A lot of women’s health issues arise because of negligence and putting their own health very low on the priority list. Given below are some of the major health issues that affect Indian women.

• Heart Disease
  Diabetes, hypertension, obesity, smoking, and lack of physical activities are all factors that increase the chances of heart diseases. Dietary changes quit smoking and regular exercise will help to decrease the chances of heart-related ailments. It is advisable to go for regular health checkups too, as prevention is better than cure.

• Breast and Cervical Cancer
  Breast and Cervical cancer are the leading cause of cancer mortality in Indian women. Obesity, excessive consumption of alcohol, smoking, unprotected sex and multiple sexual partners besides family history are some major reasons for cancers. Women must undergo regular screening to overrule the possibility of breast and cervical cancer.

• PCOD
  Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition that affects a woman's hormone levels. Women with PCOS produce higher-than-normal amounts of male hormones. This hormone imbalance causes them to skip menstrual periods and makes it harder for them to get pregnant.

• Strokes
  The silent killer has many causes including hypertension, diabetes, and a sedimentary lifestyle with no or little exercise, excessive junk food, smoking, and alcohol. Women should follow a healthy lifestyle and manage chronic conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes to reduce

• Osteoporosis
  Known to be the most common issue that affects women during middle age and after, though is highly preventable. Diets rich in calcium and physical activity like weight training will help women avoid osteoporosis.

• Obesity and type 2 diabetes
  Maintaining a healthy diet and regular exercise help keep such diseases at bay.

• Depression
  It is observed depression affects more women than men. Sometimes hormonal changes can lead to depression especially after pregnancy or during menopause. Other factors include personal issues, substance abuse, trauma or chronic illness.

Most of the above-mentioned diseases are preventable and totally curable. With the right lifestyle change and preventive measures, we can ensure a disease-free life and hence it necessary that we address these issues and take proper preventative measures so that one can lead a wholesome life. Women need to make sure that they undergo regular preventative checkups that help access the onset or severity of these diseases so that necessary actions can be taken to either treat or cure the same. This women’s day, recognize the importance of being a healthy and happy woman.

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