NE HEALTH BUREAU.
AHMEDABAD, SEP 12
Wellbeing is a choice and even a few small changes in our lifestyle and daily routine can make a big difference to our health and wellbeing. Illness comes from the mind but manifest in the body, said doctors and experts at a charity event organised by Madhuram Charitable Trust in association with Rotary Club.
The charity event was organized at Ahmedabad Management Association, on Sunday, to bring together citizens and organisations to raise awareness about the activities of Madhuram Charitable Trust and to raise funds for its initiatives. The audience was shown a short video about the work done by the trust and the smiles it has been able to bring to the faces of beneficiaries.
In her welcome speech, Shraddha Soparkar, Founder Trustee of Madhuram Charitable Trust, said, “Our efforts are to get people who have lost their legs or lower limbs to stand back on their feet. Instead of being seen as a burden on society or the economy, we want them to be looked up to as contributors to society and the economy. We have been able to change the lives of 107 beneficiaries until now and our target is to reach 500 this year. We are confident we will receive support from everyone for our work.”
A panel discussion, wherein experts shared their observations and reflections on the current health scenario and managing health and well-being was also organised as a part of the event.
“With the multitude of information around us, everyone, including little children, knows what health is. But unfortunately, as parents, we do not give enough time to children or pay attention to ensure they have a healthy diet. Moreover, earlier women handled only the home responsibilities but now they are also playing different roles in the outside world,” said Pratiksha Laheri, an advocate.
Senior pediatrician Dr Jayprakash Vyas, said, “For good health and well-being, we must keep away from FM, i.e. fast food and mobile phones. It is important to curative good food habits in the children and to keep them away from electronic gadgets.”
Entrepreneur Sagar Patel said that things such as stress management, working out regularly, drinking enough water, and avoiding junk food are some ways that we can maintain our health and ensure wellbeing.
Mihir Parikh, Founder and CEO of MP Financial Services, said, “We all know what is needed for good health. The problem is we do not implement it, and when we do it is only for brief periods before we are back to our original routines. We must jointly support health and wellbeing initiatives and motivate friends, family, and others to achieve good health. After Covid, mental health has also become extremely important.”
The journey from illness to wellness
Noted obstetrician and gynaecologist and internationally certified spiritual healer Dr Darshana Thakker, spoke about the journey from illness to wellness. She said genetics, environment, diet, thoughts, and belief systems are some of the reasons for illness, which she said, come from the mind but manifest in the body.
“Emotions have a strong influence on immune cells and it is important to manage emotions. Chronic suppressors are at risk of developing mental or physical alterations. It is important to manage emotions by releasing resistance, connecting with the heart, clearing stagnation, and making time to connect and know one’s self-worth,” Dr Thakker said in an insightful presentation.
Roshani Malek, one of the beneficiaries of Madhuram Charitable Trust, gave a dance performance at the event, which received thunderous applause from the audience.
Shailesh Patwari, past president of Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry, and the chief guest said, “I believe that not 18% but 100% GST should be levied on fast food. Parents are strict about drugs and alcohol, but why not fast food? There is a need to create greater awareness in society.” Patwari also appealed to everyone to support the activities of Madhuram Charitable Trust.
Bijal Patel, former mayor of Ahmedabad, Dr Shilpa Agarwal, Director of Medilink Hospital, and Dr Jayprakash Vyas were the guests of honour.
