These 30 second tests can tell you if you're healthy

As far as your overall health is concerned, regular check ups and health tests are extremely crucial. They are the sure-shot ways to find out whether you have any underlying health condition. A medical diagnosis is extremely safe and accurate and one must go for health screenings at least once every year.

That said, some illnesses can be life-threatening, however, the signs only become visible when the damage is already done. But thanks to these short tests that you can conduct at home, which although lacking in some ways, could predict whether you're healthy or not.

Test 1: Hand to fist and then squeeze

In this exercise, curl your fingers to form a fist. Then squeeze your hand, holding the position for 30 seconds. After you release your hand, you'll notice that your palm has become slightly whiter than before. This is due to the reduced blood flow. Wait and observe your palm and check the duration it takes to go back to its usual colour. Given that you feel numb or it takes a while or more for the blood to rush back, then it can be a sign of arteriosclerosis, a condition wherein, the blood vessels that carry oxygen and nutrients from the heart to the rest of the body become thick and hard.

Test 2: Squeeze the roots of your nails

The next exercise involves squeezing the root of your fingernails for 5 seconds each. Similar to the previous exercise, in this case the fingernails are likely to turn whiter. However, in this exercise, it should take no more than 3 seconds for blood to rush back to normalcy. That said, if you feel pain and discomfort, here's what the pain in each finger can tell you:

- Pain in the thumb could signal respiratory problems.
- Index finger could indicate problems associated with the colon or the digestive system.
- The middle finger is a signifier of cardiovascular problems.
- The ring finger could also mean problems associated with the heart.
- Finally, the tiniest finger could be linked to issues with the small intestine.

Considering each finger is closely knit to different parts of the body, any irregularities can be identified through them.

Test 3: Leg up and hold

For this test, lie flat on the ground with your face facing the floor and your hands straight in line with your body. Slowly lift both your legs up together, while your body continues to rest on the ground. See if you can hold the position for 30 seconds. If you cannot or face issues keeping them stable or together, then there may be some issue with your abdomen or your lower spine. However, just to ace these exercises do not overstrain yourself.