Posts for the ‘Body Care/ Fitness’ Category
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Health Benefits of Almond:
Thursday, July 29th, 2010
Health Benefits of Almond:
Almonds – a dry fruits -are commonly called as badam. It has more nutritious value. Almonds are high in protein; healthy fats- rich source of vitamins and minerals. It reduces bad cholesterol and triglyceride.
Ayurveda recommended almond is good for over all -health. The health benefits are wide and varied.
It can beaten raw, or can be soaked in plain simple water and eat. The Oil can also be sips with milk; can be used as massage for body and Hair.
Keep the heart healthy:
A study showed those who consumed almonds five times a week regularly, had a 40-50% reduction in risk of heart attack because a large amount of vitamin E is found in almonds that act as an anti oxidant and reduces...... »
Vitamins and Minerals equally good for health
Thursday, July 15th, 2010
Vitamins and Minerals: - Vitamins and minerals are equally important for our body to work properly and that can be obtained from the foods, we eat every day.
Eating a variety of foods is the best way to get all the vitamins and minerals, required for our body every day, as well as the right balance of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and calories. Whole or unprocessed foods like fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy products, lean meats, fish, and poultry are the best source for providing the nutrients to our body, needs to stay healthy and grow properly.
Vitamins fall into two categories. One is fat soluble and other is water soluble.
The fat soluble vitamins are vitamins -A, D, E, and K that easily dissolved...... »
AROMA THERAPY: Treating the number of Ailments
Monday, July 5th, 2010
Aroma therapy is the best way to treat the several ailments. This therapy is not new but time and immoral it is being used by Ayurvedic practitioner. In Aroma therapy oil is being processed with the help of lots of plants and herbs. The medicated oil is then used for massage of the entire body. The massage centers are operating in most of the part of country, well popular or known as Kerala massage centers.
- It cures the skin problems as the medicated oil is mixture of several herbs and plants and carrying antibacterial substance which cure the skin problems.
- With the help of this therapy, the toxic substance can be expelled out during the massage.
- It improves the blood circulation.
- This is very effective in...... »
Tips to control diabetes
Saturday, July 3rd, 2010
If, you are diabetic or pro, in both the circumstances, need not to worry. Just, you have to change your food habits, foods, lifestyle and with in a month, you will see a dramatic change in your health.You will feel much better. Your sugar level will be under control. If, you are taking any hypoglycaemic medicine,the doses may be reduced. By adopting regular changed- life style, foods, food habits will almost cure diabetes in case of type II.
Tips for the day:
Every morning - wake up by 6 at any cost and take one ounce Aloe Vera Juice empty stomach after brushing your teeth.
Go for walk at least 5 Km every day without break. Don't use your vehicle for short distances. Walk as much as you can find the opportunity to walk in a day.
Do some yoga and exercise in the morning....... »
Health benefit of Grapes
Wednesday, June 16th, 2010
Health benefit of Grapes<br/>
From time immemorial grapes have been used both for medicinal and nourishment purposes. In ayurveda is has been well recognized and used to treat certain ailments.
In Sanskrit word grape is called as Draksha. Drakshasav syrup is being sold in the market as a health tonic by a number of ayurvedic manufacturers. Grape’s constituents are one of the main detoxifying food.
Grapes are excellent sources of vitamins (Vitamin-B6, B1, C) and minerals. The grapes contain high antioxidant compound. Dark grape are high in iron. The grapes are excellent for promoting of action of bowel, cleansing the liver and aiding the kidney function, help in elimination the causes of prostrate and lung cancer and good for nervous system.
Grapes regulate LDL-Low...... »
Health is Wealth
Friday, May 28th, 2010
Health is Wealth.
Prevention is better than cure, the phrase is quite appropriate even, today.
ICRIER has reported that theme of “Preventive Healthcare” has grown in India by 25% in the past five years. Though, majority of the younger generations, even today, talking more on the lines of “Wealth is Health”, the mantra of the day and prevention has no meaning for them.
Case Study; Mr. Harsh Swaroop, Executive Vice President of one of the MNC, a few months back, he turned to age of 38. A very hard worker-better to say –workaholic, 14-16 hours hectic work schedule, suddenly one day, it was discovered that he was suffering from acute problems of spondalities, Blood Pressure and Diabetes. The laboratory report disclosed as an unpleasant shock...... »
ICRIER has reported that theme of “Preventive Healthcare” has grown in India by 25% in the past five years. Though, majority of the younger generations, even today, talking more on the lines of “Wealth is Health”, the mantra of the day and prevention has no meaning for them.
Case Study; Mr. Harsh Swaroop, Executive Vice President of one of the MNC, a few months back, he turned to age of 38. A very hard worker-better to say –workaholic, 14-16 hours hectic work schedule, suddenly one day, it was discovered that he was suffering from acute problems of spondalities, Blood Pressure and Diabetes. The laboratory report disclosed as an unpleasant shock...... »
The secret behind six pack abs
Tuesday, May 25th, 2010
Today everybody wants to have a healthy, well sculpted body. Health which has not seriously taken care of by people before has picked up again. Being healthy and fit is the only alternative. They want a well sculpted body, wherein six or eight pack abs has become the norm now. People believe it makes them look smarter, healthy and fit. The situation has come wherein everybody wants to flaunt six pack abs now. Gymnasiums are cashing on the situation and many people are joining to get their dream of getting a “Six pack/eight pack abs”.
The norm among people to stay fit and remain young is increasing day by day. Youngsters feel that physical fitness can be determined, only if they have a well sculpted...... » How to keep away the physical and mental fatigue
Sunday, May 16th, 2010
• Be cheerful. Complete all your work with joy and happiness as it not only keeps you away from the burden of work but also offers aloofness from tension.
• If you are fed of fatigue, keep the body loose, close your eyes and lie on the bed. The process would reduce the tension of muscles.
• You may feel pain in your toes, if you are standing for long hours. Put a little amount of salt in hot water. Now keep your feet in the water for some time as it lessens the pain.
• Go for tea, coffee, milk, sharbat (a sweet drink, which is being made of water, sugar and few more things) or shikanji (a drink which is quite similar to sharbat, but essentially it incorporates...... »
Omega 3fatty acids (polyunsaturated fatty acids)
Sunday, May 16th, 2010
Omega-3 fatty acids are considered essential fatty acids for human health but it is outsourced only, none of the human body organ produces the omega 3 fatty acids within the body. The deficiency of Omega3 fatty acids leads to poor memory, dry skin, heart and coronary problem, mood swings, depression, fatigue and nerve problems. It has been reported by the scientist that Omega 3 Fatty Acids reduces the inflammation, prevent from the coronary and heart diseases, risk of cancer lower down and it also work in arthritis and many more diseases.
The rich source of Omega 3fatty acid are fish, such as salmon, tuna, and halibut, other seafood including algae and krill, a few plants, and nut oils such as flaxseed, walnuts, soya nuts, soya...... »
Obesity in Children – an overview
Sunday, May 16th, 2010
Obesity means an excess amount fat deposition in the body. Children are more affected as it does adults. It is defined that obesity in children as body weight at least 20% higher than a healthy weight for a child of that height, or a body fat percentage above 25% in boys or above 32% in girls.
Although rare in the past, obesity is now among the most widespread medical problems affecting children and adolescents living in the developed countries. About 15% of adolescents (aged 12-19 years) and children (aged 6-11 years) are obese. The numbers are expected to continue increasing. Childhood obesity represents one of our greatest health challenges.
Obesity has a profound effect on a child's life. Obesity increases the child's risk of numerous...... » 
