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Amid nationwide lockdown, what can keep children healthy at home?

Staying cooped up indoors can be stressful for children. It's one of the reasons they look for a virtual escape

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The safest way to exercise indoors is by developing a habit to practice yoga

K Shanmugam
As the nationwide lockdown keeps over 260 million children home, it has become increasingly important for parents to monitor their screen time. From browsing and playing online games to spending more time on social media and watching videos online, children are constantly exposed to the harmful effects of screens. The pandemic has also left parents scrambling for alternatives. Most of them are worried that the new habits their children are likely to form could last much longer than the lockdown.

Can yoga help?

Staying cooped up indoors can be stressful for children. It's one of the reasons they look for a virtual