Saturday, 27 April 2013
Monday, 22 April 2013
ADVANTAGES OF BREASTFEEDING
ADVANTAGES OF BREASTFEEDING
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FOR BABY1. Due to the anti-infective properties of breastmilk, breastfed babies tend to have less incidence of or less pronounced symptoms of ear infections, respiratory illness, allergies, diarrhea, and vomiting.
2. Due to the digestibility of breastmilk, breastfed babies are rarely constipated.
3. The stools of breastfed babies are mild-smelling.
4. SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) is less common in breastfed babies.
5. Breastmilk is constantly changing in its composition to meet the changing needs of the baby. It has the exact combination of protein, fats, vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and sugars needed for the human infant at various stages of his growth.
6. Breastfed babies are constantly exposed to a variety of tastes through their mother's milk.
7. Breastfed children are at less risk for chrohn's disease and juvenile diabetes.
8. Children who were breastfed are less likely to need orthodontic work such as braces due to the unique sucking action required with breastfeeding. They also seem to have better overall dental health than formula-fed children. Children who were breastfed need speech therapy less often than those who were bottle-fed.
9. IQ levels are an average of 8 points higher in children who were breastfed.
10. Adult daughters who were breastfed are at less risk for breast cancer.
11. Adults who were breastfed have a lower risk for high cholesterol and asthma.
12. The bond between mother and child seems to be enhanced with breastfeeding.
FOR MOTHER
1. Nursing immediately following delivery causes the uterus to contract lessening the risk of postpartum hemorrhage.
2. The uterus of a breastfeeding mother shrinks to its pre-pregnancy size more quickly.
3. Calories are burned while breastfeeding. It takes approximately 20 calories to produce an ounce of milk.
4. Women who nurse their babies for at least 6 months lessen their chances of pre-menopausal breast cancer.
5. Osteoporosis and cervical cancer are less common in women who breastfed.
6. The return of fertility is delayed with breastfeeding.
7. Breastfeeding is more economical than formula feeding. The cost of formula for 12 months is approximately $1000 - $1200.
8. Breastmilk is always available, clean, and the right temperature.
9. Many mothers feel a special satisfaction in knowing that they alone are meeting the nutritional needs of their babies.
ONIONS
ONIONS
PLEASE READ TO THE END: IMPORTANTIn 1919 when the flu killed 40 million people there was this Doctor that visited the many farmers to see if he could help them combat the flu...
Many of the farmers and their families had contracted it and many died.
The doctor came upon this one farmer and to his surprise, everyone was very healthy. When the doctor asked what the farmer was doing that was different the wife replied that she had placed an unpeeled onion in a dish in the rooms of the home, (probably only two rooms back then). The doctor couldn't believe it and asked if he could have one of the onions and place it under the microscope. She gave him one and when he did this, he did find the flu virus in the onion. It obviously absorbed the bacteria, therefore, keeping the family healthy.
Now, I heard this story from my hairdresser. She said that several years ago, many of her employees were coming down with the flu, and so were many of her customers. The next year she placed several bowls with onions around in her shop. To her surprise, none of her staff got sick. It must work. Try it and see what happens. We did it last year and we never got the flu.
Now there is a P. S. to this for I sent it to a friend in Oregon who regularly contributes material to me on health issues. She replied with this most interesting experience about onions:
Thanks for the reminder. I don't know about the farmer's story...but, I do know that I contacted pneumonia, and, needless to say, I was very ill... I came across an article that said to cut both ends off an onion put it into an empty jar, and place the jar next to the sick patient at night. It said the onion would be black in the morning from the germs...sure enough it happened just like that...the onion was a mess and I began to feel better.
Another thing I read in the article was that onions and garlic placed around the room saved many from the black plague years ago. They have powerful antibacterial, antiseptic properties.
This is the other note. Lots of times when we have stomach problems we don't know what to blame. Maybe it's the onions that are to blame. Onions absorb bacteria is the reason they are so good at preventing us from getting colds and flu and is the very reason we shouldn't eat an onion that has been sitting for a time after it has been cut open.
LEFT OVER ONIONS ARE POISONOUS
I had the wonderful privilege of touring Mullins Food Products, Makers of mayonnaise. Questions about food poisoning came up, and I wanted to share what I learned from a chemist.
Ed, who was our tour guide, is a food chemistry whiz. During the tour, someone asked if we really needed to worry about mayonnaise. People are always worried that mayonnaise will spoil. Ed's answer will surprise you. Ed said that all commercially-made mayo is completely safe.
"It doesn't even have to be refrigerated. No harm in refrigerating it, but it's not really necessary." He explained that the pH in mayonnaise is set at a point that bacteria could not survive in that environment. He then talked about the summer picnic, with the bowl of potato salad sitting on the table, and how everyone blames the mayonnaise when someone gets sick.
Ed says that, when food poisoning is reported, the first thing the officials look for is when the 'victim' last ate ONIONS and where those onions came from (in the potato salad?). Ed says it's not the mayonnaise (as long as it's not homemade mayo) that spoils in the outdoors. It's probably the ONIONS, and if not the onions, it's the POTATOES.
He explained onions are a huge magnet for bacteria, especially uncooked onions. You should never plan to keep a portion of a sliced onion.. He says it's not even safe if you put it in a zip-lock bag and put it in your refrigerator.
It's already contaminated enough just by being cut open and out for a bit, that it can be a danger to you (and doubly watch out for those onions you put in your hotdogs at the baseball park!). Ed says if you take the leftover onion and cook it like crazy you'll probably be okay, but if you slice that leftover onion and put on your sandwich, you're asking for trouble. Both the onions and the moist potato in a potato salad, will attract and grow bacteria faster than any commercial mayonnaise will even begin to break down.
Also, dogs should never eat onions. Their stomachs cannot metabolize onions.
Please remember it is dangerous to cut an onion and try to use it to cook the next day, it becomes highly poisonous for even a single night and creates toxic bacteria which may cause adverse stomach infections because of excess bile secretions and even food poisoning.
Sunday, 21 April 2013
TOP 10 BIGGEST BRAIN DAMAGING HABITS
2. Overeating - It causes hardening of the brain arteries, leading to a decrease in mental power
3. Smoking - It causes multiple brain shrinkage and may lead to Alzheimer disease
4. High Sugar consumption - Too much sugar will interrupt the absorption of proteins and nutrients causing malnutrition and may interfere with brain development
5. Air Pollution - The brain is the largest oxygen consumer in our body. Inhaling polluted air decreases the supply of oxygen to the brain, bringing about a decrease in brain efficiency
6. Sleep Deprivation - Sleep allows our brain to rest. Long term deprivation from sleep will accelerate the death of brain cells
7. Head covered while sleeping - Sleeping with the head covered increases the concentration of carbon dioxide and decrease concentration of oxygen that may lead to brain damaging effects
8. Working your brain during illness - Working hard or studying with sickness may lead to a decrease in effectiveness of the brain
9. Lacking in stimulating thoughts - Thinking is the best way to train our brain, lacking in brain stimulation thoughts may cause brain shrinkage
10. Talking Rarely - Intellectual conversations will promote the efficiency of the brain
Stroke And Heart Disease Increase In People Who Sleep Less Than Six Hours
Stroke And Heart Disease Increase In People Who Sleep Less Than Six Hours
Lemon a day keeps Cancer away
Just cut 2-3 thin slices of lemon in a cup/container and add drinking water which will become "alkaline water". Drink it for the whole day, just by adding drinking water.
Lemon (Citrus) is a miraculous product to kill cancer cells. It is 10,000 times stronger than chemotherapy.
Why do we not know about that? Because there are laboratories interested in making a synthetic version that will bring them huge profits. You can now help a friend in need by letting him/her know that lemon juice is beneficial in preventing the disease. Its taste is pleasant and it does not produce the horrific effects of chemotherapy. How many people will die while this closely guarded secret is kept, so as not to jeopardize the beneficial multimillionaires large corporations? As you know, the lemon tree is known for its varieties of lemons and limes.
You can eat the fruit in different ways: you can eat the pulp, juice press, prepare drinks, sorbets, pastries, etc... It is credited with many virtues, but the most interesting is the effect it produces on cysts and tumors. This plant is a proven remedy against cancers of all types. Some say it is very useful in all variants of cancer. It is considered also as an anti microbial spectrum against bacterial infections and fungi, effective against internal parasites and worms, it regulates blood pressure which is too high and an antidepressant, combats stress and nervous disorders.
The source of this information is fascinating: it comes from one of the largest drug manufacturers in the world, says that after more than 20 laboratory tests since 1970, the extracts revealed that: It destroys the malignant cells in 12 cancers
including colon, breast, prostate, lung and pancreas ... The compounds of this tree showed 10,000 times better than the product Adriamycin, a drug normally used chemotherapeutic in the world, slowing the growth of cancer cells. And what is even more astonishing: this type of therapy with lemon extract only destroys malignant cancer cells and it does not affect healthy cells.
Sunday, 14 April 2013
Intresting Fact About Banana
Intresting Fact About Banana
Acording to Japanese Scientific Research, full ripe banana with
dark patches on yellow skin produces a substance called TNF
(Tumor Necrosis Factor) which has the ability to combat
abnormal cells. The more darker patches it has the higher will be its immunity enhancement quality;
Hence, the riper the banana the better the anti-cancer quality.
Yellow skin banana with dark spots on it is 8x more effective in enhancing the property of white
blood cells than green skin version.
Eating 1-2 banana/s a day increases immunity.
Health Benefits of Watermelon
Health Benefits of Watermelon
# Watermelons are an excellent source of several vitamins: vitamin A, which helps maintain eye health and is an antioxidant. vitamin C, which helps strengthen immunity, heal wounds, prevent cell damage, promote healthy teeth and gums and vitamin B6, which helps brain function and helps convert protein to energy.
# Watermelon has the highest concentrations of lycopene of any fresh fruit or vegetable. lycopene a powerful antioxidant that helps fight heart disease and several types of cancer — prostate cancer in particular.
# A great source of potassium, which helps muscle and nerve function, helps maintain the body’s proper electrolyte and acid-base balance, and helps lower the risk of high blood pressure.
12 Possible Heart Symptoms Never To Ignore Live Healthy
12 Possible Heart Symptoms Never To Ignore Live Healthy
1. Anxiety2. Chest Discomfort
3. Cough
4. Dizziness
5. Fatigue
6. Nausea or Lack of Appetite
7. Pain in other parts of body
8. Rapid or irregular pulse
9. Shortness of breath
10. Sweating
11. Swelling
12. Weakness
You should get a annual health checkup, Specially, if you are above 40 years of age. As body ages, it deteriorates much faster than you imagine due to lack of exercises, bad eating habits, stress etc.
Do not take your apparent good health for granted. You may be aware of the NIMBY (Not in my backyard) concept wherein people believe that bad things cannot happen to them. And hence, keep on ignoring the little pains assuming that nothing can go wrong. However do not take this risk.
Recent research indicates that increasingly, people in the early 40′s are grappling with heart diseases due to increased stress and inactive lifestyle & unhealthy diet.
So Take care. Stay alert. Have a healthy heart. Live Healthy. Live Happy
Cherries
Cherries can cause cancer
cells to commit suicide.......!
!!
Cherries are packed full of
substances that help fight
inflammation and cancer.
Two important compounds
found in cherries, quercetin
and ellagic acid, have been
found to inhibit tumor
growth and even cause the
cancer cells to commit
suicide without hurting
healthy cells.
Cherries also have antiviral
and antibacterial properties,
and are very nutritional
with a low calorie count.
cells to commit suicide.......!
!!
Cherries are packed full of
substances that help fight
inflammation and cancer.
Two important compounds
found in cherries, quercetin
and ellagic acid, have been
found to inhibit tumor
growth and even cause the
cancer cells to commit
suicide without hurting
healthy cells.
Cherries also have antiviral
and antibacterial properties,
and are very nutritional
with a low calorie count.
It is never too late to quit smoking
~It is never too late to
quit smoking~
Within the first 20
minutes of quitting, the
healing process begins.
By the end of the first day
after quitting smoking,
you've decreased your
chances of having a heart
attack.
The benefits will continue
to improve your health
and quality of life for
years.
Within 12 hours after you
have your last cigarette,
your body will begin to
heal itself. The levels of
carbon monoxide and
nicotine in your system
will decline rapidly, and
your heart and lungs will
begin to repair the
damage caused by
cigarette smoke.
As your body begins to
repair itself, instead of
feeling better right away,
you may feel worse for a
while. It's important to
understand that healing is
a process; it begins
immediately, but it
continues over time. These
"withdrawal pangs" are
really symptoms of the
recovery process.
Immediately after
quitting, many ex-smokers
experience "symptoms of
recovery" such as
temporary weight gain
caused by fluid retention,
irregularity, and dry, sore
gums or tongue. You may
feel edgy, hungry, more
tired, and more short-
tempered than usual and
have trouble sleeping and
notice that you are
coughing a lot. These
symptoms are the result
of your body clearing itself
of nicotine, a powerful
addictive chemical. Most
nicotine is gone from the
body in 2-3 days.
Please spread awareness
among smokers to quit
smoking.
Hari Loss: What are the causes?...
HAIR LOSS: FACTS, CAUSES, PREVENTIVE MEASURES, FOOD TO EAT & NOT TO EAT, NATURAL REMEDIES
FACT: Specialists say we normally loose in a day up to 100 hairs.
CAUSES OF HAIR LOSS:
- Genetics
- Hormonal Imbalance (Thyroid gland is overactive or under active, Just gave birth)
- Stress
- Chemicals in Shampoos, Conditioners
- Part of an underlying disease such as Lupus and Diabetes
- Have gone major surgery
- Taking Medicines such as blood thinners (also called anticoagulants), medicines used for gout, high blood pressure or heart problems, vitamin A (if too much is taken), birth control pills and antidepressants.
- Hairstyles that puts too much tension on your hair like Pigtails, ponytails (secured by elastic bands), cornrows or winding too tightly onto rollers (especially heated rollers)
- Chemicals used in permanents (also called "perms") may cause inflammation (swelling) of the hair follicle, which can result in scarring and hair loss.
- Scalp conditions such as Fungal infections or Psoriasis
PREVENTION OF HAIR LOSS:
Hair loss in women and men can be prevented or stopped if you take care of your hair and scalp.
- Do not wash your hair with too much hot water.
- If you use any shampoo, use only an ORGANIC shampoo or conditioner.
- Do not comb the hair backwards. Use a good quality brush or comb. Avoid excessive brushing.
- Massage the scalp vigorously for 10 to 15 minutes (until you start to feel hot there) after bathing it with water. This stimulates the blood circulation and strengthens the hair follicles in the scalp and prevent hair loss.
- Coconut oil and castor are very good for hair.
- Boil dry pieces of amla (Indian goose berry) in coconut oil and apply on hair for hair loss prevention.
WHAT/WHAT NOT TO EAT FOR HAIR LOSS:
1. Protein Grows Hair
Because the hair is made of protein, a protein deficiency can cause hair loss. Add protein to the diet by including chick peas, soy beans, almonds, nuts, pumpkin seeds. (Hey, You may eat foods which are not only from animal products.)
2. Vitamin C is Needed for Healthy Hair
Vitamin C is also a component of healthy hair. Citrus fruits, such as oranges and lemons, are especially high in vitamin C, as are green peppers. Suggested dosage is 1,000 to 3,000 mg a day.
3. B Vitamins Increase Hair Growth
Biotin and the complex B vitamins are needed to grow hair. B3 helps increase circulation to the scalp, thereby encouraging hair growth. It is best to take a supplement that includes all of the B vitamins, called a B complex supplement, as the nutrients work synergistically.
Suggestions: legumes, eggs, mushrooms, yeast, nuts and salmon.
4. Iron Reduces Hair Loss
The mineral iron helps increase circulation in the scalp as well, which then fuels hair growth. Foods that are high in iron include liver, apricots and raisins.
5. Drink Water to Grow Hair
The hair shaft is comprised of one quarter water. Drink at least 10 cups of water a day to stay hydrated and grow healthy hair.
6. Reduce Alcoholic Beverages to Reduce Hair Loss
Drinking alcohol reduces hair growth. Reduce or eliminate alcohol from the diet and you will see an increase in hair growth.
7. Vitamin E Grows Hair
Vitamin E is another nutrient needed to grow hair. It stimulates the circulation in the scalp and can be taken internally or applied to the scalp.
8. Vitamin A Feeds Healthy Hair
Vitamin A helps create vibrant shiny hair because it works with the fat synthesis in the hair follicles and spurs hair growth. Foods that contain vitamin A include eggs, kale, squash, and carrots.
NATURAL REMEDIES FOR HAIR LOSS:
1. Coconut Milk
Applying coconut milk to the scalp is a popular folk remedy for hair growth, particularly in countries where people consume and use a large amount of coconut milk in cooking, such as Thailand and the Philippines. To use coconut milk on the scalp, apply approximately one-half cup to the scalp and wrap your head in a towel. Leave the coconut milk in your hair for about 30 minutes before shampooing your hair with a gentle shampoo to remove the coconut milk.
2. Rosemary Essential Oil
Rosemary essential oil is a common Ayurvedic remedy that is applied to the scalp for hair loss, according to Melanie A. Sachs, author of "Ayurvedic Beauty Care." To use rosemary essential oil, mix three teaspoons with six teaspoons of a carrier oil such as olive oil, vitamin E oil or avocado oil. Apply the mixture to the scalp and cover your hair with a towel. Leave the mixture on for 20 to 25 minutes before washing your hair with a gentle shampoo.
3. Black Pepper and Lime Juice
Black pepper and lime juice is a common folk remedy to help hair grow, and lime juice is regularly used in Ayurvedic medicine according to Melanie A. Sachs, author of "Ayurvedic Beauty Care." To apply black pepper and lime juice to the hair, blend two tablespoons whole black peppercorns with one-quarter cup of freshly squeezed or natural lime juice in a blender or food processor until the ingredients form a smooth, thin paste. Apply the paste to the scalp and wrap a towel around your head for 45 minutes before rinsing the hair with cool water and shampooing with gentle shampoo.
4. Honey
- Make a paste by mixing olive oil, 1 tablespoon of Manuka honey and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Apply and massage on the scalp and leave it for 15-20 minutes. Wash off and repeat it for 3-4 times a week.
- Mix one tablespoon honey with one small glass of brandy or vodka and onion juice; rub mixture into the scalp every night, cover with a cap and shampoo in the morning.
- Combine 1/4 cup of onion juice with one tablespoon of raw honey, and then massage the scalp with the mixture every night.
- Massage into the scalp and hair honey with egg yolk. Leave for a 1/2 hour, then wash. This is a common natural cure for dull and dry hair.
5. Wheatgrass juice is one of the most effective remedies against hair fall. It is known to decrease the shedding tendency of hair within a few weeks of regular intake. Aloe vera juice has a similar effect. However, aloe gel can be applied to the scalp too. This is helpful for preventing hair loss due to irritated, dry or infected scalp. After massaging the head with aloe gel, wash the hair with lukewarm water. This can be done twice, every week.
Disclaimer:
Natural remedies are not effective for everyone. In some cases of hair loss, there may be no cure or medical treatment may be the only option. Consult your dermatologist or physician to discuss the best option for you.
Saturday, 13 April 2013
PLEASE PLAY A WATERLESS HOLY THIS WEDNESDAY.
PLEASE PLAY A WATERLESS HOLY THIS WEDNESDAY.
HERE ARE A FEW FACTS EVERY INDIAN MUST KNOW:
More than 50 Lakh families from the WEST ZONE have travelled to places like Bengal and UP due to lack of water, in 2013.
Average water level in an Indian lake is 70% lower than last year.
There are 4 Crore bore wells that have dried up due to overuse.
The strawberry crop failed so badly that it never reached Mumbai and Pune in white. (It was imported and sold at high prizes)
Everyday you can find 1 dead child if you spend time on any 1 RAILWAY STATION in Mumbai. This is due to lack of nutrition.
If you visit the largest slums of India in Delhi and Mumbai, you will see people fighting every morning for 1 bucket of water.
SO PLEASE SPARE INDIA. SAVE WATER, SAVE LIVE
Sunday, 7 April 2013
Aloe Vera for Skin and Hair Health
Aloe Vera for Skin and Hair Health
Aloe vera has an
astringent property that
tightens skin. Drinking the
juice can boost production
of and repair elastin and
collagen, slowing the
aging of skin. As a
moisturizer, aloe vera
removes dead cells and
helps the entrance of
healthy substances. The
cosmetics industry has
been exploring its
potential for reducing
blemishes and lightening
dark spots on the face.
Drinking aloe vera juice
can also help psoriasis
sufferers as it reduces
itching, and it can be
applied directly to the skin
of psoriasis and acne
rosacea patients causing
notable improvement in
the severity of lesions.
Containing as many as 75
nutrients, aloe vera juice is
a popular remedy for
burns and wounds. Cuts,
bruises and scrapes heal
quickly on application of
aloe. Aloe vera juice is also
a useful aid against
shingles, providing relief
from itching, and helping
to heal the blisters and
sores.
The main causes of liver damage are..
The main causes of liver damage are..
1. Sleeping too late and waking up too late are main cause.
2. Not urinating in the morning.
3. Too much eating.
4. Skipping breakfast.
5. Consuming too much medication.
6. Consuming too much preservatives, additives, food coloring, and artificial sweetener.
7. Consuming alcohol.
8. Consuming unhealthy cooking oil. As much as possible reduce cooking oil use when frying, which includes even the best cooking oils like olive oil. Do not consume fried foods when you are tired, except if the body is very fit.
9. Consuming raw (overly done) foods also add to the burden of liver. Fried veggies should be finished in one sitting, do not store. We should prevent this without necessarily spending more. We just have to adopt a good daily lifestyle and eating habits. Maintaining good eating habits and time condition are very important for our bodies to absorb and get rid of unnecessary chemicals according to 'schedule.'
Reflexology Chart
Keep Walking . . . . .!
Just Check This Out!!!
The organs of your body have their sensory of touches at the bottom of your foot. If you massage these points you will find relief from aches and pain as you can see the heart ♥ is on the left foot. Typically they are shown as points and arrows to show which organ it connects to.
It is indeed correct since the nerves connected to these organs terminate here. This is covered in great details in Acupressure studies or textbook.
God created our body so well that He thought of even this. He made us walk so that we will always be pressing those pressure points and thus keeping these organs activated at all times.
HOW TO SURVIVE A HEART ATTACK WHEN ALONE
HOW TO SURVIVE A HEART ATTACK WHEN ALONE
Since many people are alone when they suffer a heart
attack, without help,the person whose heart is beating
improperly and who begins to feel faint, has only
about 10 seconds left before losing consciousness.
However,these victims can help themselves by coughing
repeatedly and very vigorously. A deep breath should
be taken before each cough, and the cough must be deep
and prolonged, as when producing sputum from deep
inside the chest.
A breath and a cough must be repeated about every two
seconds without let-up until help arrives, or until
the heart is felt to be beating normally again.
Deep breaths get oxygen into the lungs and coughing
movements squeeze the heart and keep the blood
circulating. The squeezing pressure on the heart also
helps it regain normal rhythm. In this way, heart
attack victims can get to a hospital. Tell as many
other people as possible about this. It could save
their lives!!
A cardiologist says If everyone who gets this mail
sends it to 10 people, you can bet that we'll save at
least one life.
Rather sending jokes pls contribute by forwarding this info
which can save a person's life...
Saturday, 6 April 2013
Say no to water between meals
Say no to water between meals
Glugging water during meals severely hampers your stomach's digestive powers and causes insulin levels to fluctuate significantly, warns Microboitic counsellor Shonali Sabherwal
To know if you're drinking enough water, it is often said, just check if you are feeling thirsty. If you aren't, your fluid intake is likely to be just about right. But downingglasses of water along with your meals may not be the best time to quench your thirst.
Macrobiotic counsellor Shonali Sabherwal explains why you should not drink water during your meal. "Most Indians have water along with their meals. The usual theory is washing down the food while eating. People have no idea how wrong this practice is and how difficult this can be for their digestion. For those suffering with digestion problems, the ramifications are manifold. Our stomachs have a knack of knowing when you will eat and starts releasing digestive juices immediately. If you start drinking water at the same time, what you are actually doing is diluting the digestive juices being released to digest your food, thereby hindering them from breaking down food."
Research shows that sipping a little water during meals isn't a cause for concern but drinking a glass or two may interfere with digestion. It is best to drink fluids before and two hours after meals as this helps in absorption of nutrients, researchers have found.
Elaborating on what exactly happens inside you when you glug water during meals, Sabherwal says that it gets absorbed by the intestinal walls of the stomach. "This absorption continues till it becomes concentrated enough for the digestive juices to begin digesting your food. However, due to it getting mixed with water, this concentrated substance is now thicker than the food contents present in your stomach. So less gastric juice will be secreted to digest your food. The result is, undigested food leaks into your system as it gets absorbed through the stomach walls. This will also lead to acid reflux and heart burn." Drinking water with meals can also cause a surge in your insulin levels, almost like the way high glycemic food would affect you, Sabherwal cautions. "The more insulin is released in to your blood stream, the higher the chances of you storing fat in your body."
To avoid watering down your meals, Sabherwal suggests a few don'ts. "Make sure your food is not too salty as that would aggravate your thirst and trigger your need to down more water. Besides, eating in a hurry will cause you to gulp your food down. Most likely, you would feel the need to wash it down with water while you are at it. Instead, chew, chew and then chew some more. We secrete a lot of digestive juices (enzymes) while chewing, which makes our stomach's job easier."
Health benefits of capsicum
Health benefits of capsicum
Capsicum has been cultivated for thousands of years now. Available in a variety of colours like red, yellow and green, it's also known as bell pepper, jalapeno and chilli. Rich in vitamins, it's an effective cure for many diseases. Along with the various medicinal properties, capsicum is also a great ingredient for some yummy recipes. Here are some of its health benefits:
Eyes and skin
Eating capsicum helps in keeping the skin clear, prevents rashes and pimples. It contains vitamin A, which is good for eyes and helps prevent eye diseases.
Cancer prevention
Capsicum contains compounds known as capsaicins that prevent carcinogen from binding with DNA and provide some protection from cancer.
Pain relief
Capsaicins also block the transmission of pain from the skin to the spinal cord and prevents the sensation of pain. It's helpful in treating pain-related diseases.
Burns calories
Eating capsicum speeds up the metabolism and helps burn more calories. It reduces weight gained due to a high fat diet. It also leads to the secretion of digestive juices and prevents indigestion. As a cardiovascular stimulant, it regulates blood pressure. and lowers cholesterol and triglyceride in the body.
Hair
Capsicum extract is one of the best hair growth boosting product. It prevents hairfall and helps you maintain thicker and fuller hair. But it's burning in nature, so be careful while using it.
Carrots are delicious, steeped in health
Carrots are delicious, steeped in health
There's something about the carrot. Eat it raw, and it gives you refreshing energy. You can also cook it. Full of Vitamin A, they are easily available. On a winter afternoon, it's blissful to curl up with a book and a piece of carrot cake. And if you love your share of Indian sweets then nothing can beat a plate of gajar ki halwa. You would be surprised to know the number of dishes and desserts that you could make with this vegetable. Saute carrots, cauliflower, spinach in olive oil and enjoy your share of vegetables.
Carrots are considered a goldmine of natural vitamins and nutrients. Among other raw vegetable juices, carrot juice is a sure shot winner. Carrot juice is known for its excellent cleansing effects and, in addition, it was considered a good remedy for constipation and fatigue.
As we all know, no other vegetable contains as much beta-carotene as carrots. In our body, beta-carotene is converted into Vitamin A, which assists in improving our eyesight and the functioning of our immune system, strengthening our bones and teeth, preventing possible problems with the functioning of the thyroid glad.
Carrot juice has very good anti-inflammatory, anti-cancerous and anti-aging properties. Carotene is a known anti-oxidant, which can prevent degenerative processes in the cells and has great anti-aging effects. Also, drinking raw carrot juice can be helpful for lowering the symptoms of stresses and normalizing the function of your digestive system.
You can mix carrot juice with beetroot juice and spinach. Wake up in the morning to this tonic and it will be a joyful health ride for you.
Eat oranges to stay fit in winter
Eat oranges to stay fit in winter
Have your share of oranges this winter and stay healthy.
Winter is here and this is the time to savour oranges. You can have it just like that or as dessert. Ever enjoyed that chocolate orange cake which just melts in mouth leaving a lingering taste? If you want to avoid all the extra calorie, it's better to have oranges just like that. So, now you can carry an orange in your bag. Rich in Betacarotene, oranges can protect our cells. Orange peels are very good for skin too. The health benefits of oranges are as follows:
Fibre funda: The fibres in oranges are good for the digestive system and relieving constipation. Fibres also reduce cholesterol which is helpful in keeping you in good health. Fibres are also good in keeping the blood sugar levels in control.
Rich in calcium: Oranges are also rich in calcium, associated with a healthy bone structure and teeth.
Strong immunity: Vitamin C stimulates the production of white cells in our body, thus improving the immune system. So, eating oranges regularly will keep you away from viral infections.
Kidney health: Regular consumption of oranges significantly reduce the risk of developing kidney
Pomegranate juice beats office stress
Pomegranate juice beats office stress
Scientists studied a group of volunteers who drank 500ml of the juice every day for two weeks. At the beginning and end of the study their pulse rate was measured and they filled in a questionnaire describing their mood and feelings about their job.
The research, funded by the Pomegranate juice company, showed almost all of the workers reported being more enthusiastic, inspired, proud and active.
They were less likely to describe their feelings as distressed, nervous, guilty and ashamed compared with the beginning of the fortnight and most had lower pulse rates. "On the basis of these findings there is a justified argument for busy workers to drink pomegranate juice to help alleviate chronic stress and maintain good health," the Daily Mail quoted lead researcher Dr Emad Al-Dujaili, of Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh, as saying.
There is growing evidence that pomegranate juice delivers wide-ranging health benefits that merit further research. "It is very rare indeed for an all-natural juice to offer the range of health benefits that we are seeing in pomegranate juice," the researcher added.
