Tips for good living

Foods are good source of energy. Prevent from ill health/diseases. Preference to be given to organic food.

Apple; An apple a day keeps Doctor away. This is true that Apple is full with all dietary requirements. It is full with Iron, Calcium, and Vitamins. It lowers the cholesterol and prevent from the risk of cancer. Eat one apple every morning empty stomach and have a glass of milk. With a month or two you will feel quite healthy and your skin will also glow fast. If you are having any positive notion of diabetes, please avoid the apple.

Amla: Alma has been considered the best tonic. Alma is supposed to rejuvenate all the organ systems of the body, provide strength and wellness. Alma is rich natural resources of Vitamin C. Alma keeps us away from all the diseases by boosting our immune system.Amla Juices every day empty stomach is good for entire day. Take out the seed of Alma and crush the pulp of fresh alma in mixer with fresh water, mix some salt or sugar better mix with honey and take the

Banana: Banana in real sense is not fruit but it is the complete food. With your breakfast two bananas with lukewarm milk give a lot of energy. It is also a good sex tonic. High potassium content benefits the muscular system and lower the high blood pressure. It strengthens the lining of stomach against acid and ulcers and feed the acidophilus bacteria of the bowel. It is full with Vitamins and minerals. Two bananas with lukewarm milk give a lot of energy. It must be taken in the morning with breakfast.

Orange: An orange is one of the most common citrus fruits liked by all. The best part about an orange is that it is a predigested food and thus is readily absorbed in the blood and give energy.

The orange is full of protective food ingredients like vitamins A, B, C and calcium. It also contains sodium, potassium, magnesium, copper, sulphur and chlorine. Its vitamin C content helps the body tissues to use the Calcium. Rejuvenate all the body organs

Pineapple is a healthy fruits. It’s full of vitamins and minerals. Manganese and Vitamin C is available insufficient quantity. Pineapple helps to detox the poisonous substance of foods. The main constituent of pineapple is bromelain that is anti inflammatory. Bromelain has the great power of digestion of protein and other foods, stop blood clot formation and has anti-viral properties. It has blood thinning properties. If you are taking any medicine for thinning the blood, please take care of taking pineapple in your day to day foods substance.

Grapes: 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 strengthen the heart muscles and also eliminate free radicals. Raw and fresh black grapes are advised for a healthier heart. It regulates the bad cholesterol-LDL. Even, once a week, grape works good for maintaining the body metabolism

Chuknder / Sal gum: Beetroot Rich in iron and other minerals. Best food to relieve constipation. Good for obeysity. Beets aid lymphatic, gall bladder and liver function. Also aids digestion, anemia and help to build red blood cells.

Carrot; Carrots are an excellent source of antioxidant compounds, immune boosting and the richest vegetable source of the beta carotenes. Carrots’ antioxidant compounds protect against cardiovascular disease and cancer and also promote good vision, especially night vision

Tomato is an excellent food substance around us.  A major source of lycopene, and antioxidant and anti cancer agent. Tomato is full of nutrition and best health healer. It contains a multitude of vitamins and minerals that support the better health. One raw tomato empty stomach generates enough energy in the body equal to an egg.

Lycopene found in tomato reduces the risk of prostate and breast cancer. It has also been disclosed by researcher that Lycopene have a favorable effect in treating many other cancers such as: lung, stomach, colorectal, oral, esophageal, pancreatic, bladder and cervical cancer.Lycopene lowers the oxidation of LDL cholesterol and reduce heart disease, as well as increase the resistance to lung cancer and exercise induced asthma. There is even some evidence that lycopene in tomatoes may help to prevent cataracts age-related macular degeneration and sunburns.More and more research appears to show that lycopene assists the immune system in protecting the body. Thus, tomato is the best food substance that takes care of the entire organs.

Diabetes and Karela-Bitter Melon-Bitter Gourd

Karela is very familiar name of Bitter Gourd. Some people called it bitter melon also because of its bitter taste. It is green in colour and  looks like cucumber, as it has bumps on all over the outer surface, giving little ugly look otherwise it is one of the best vegetable that helps to control the diabetes and toxemia. Recipes of Karela are very tasty a large number of people eat it quite regularly.

Diabetes mellitus or diabetes is best known to be a condition when body organ does not produce enough or not properly responding to insulin, a hormone produced in Pancreas. In urban individual, rise in sugar level, is the major cause due to food habits as well. Since time immoral our Ayurvedic physicians diagnose and treat diabetes through bitter melon or you can say bitter gourd commonly known as Karela in Hindi. It is scientifically proven that bitter gourd controls the sugar in an individual because it contains hypoglycemic compound e.g. natural insulin.

Bitter Gourd (Karela) generally grown in summer and humid conditions but now a days it is available throughout the year. Regular consumption of bitter gourd juice showed the best results in improving the energy level and stamina in the individual. Even it has also been noticed that regular consumption of bitter gourd, improve in the condition of sleeping disorder, in individual.

Nutritional Value of Karela (Bitter Gourd)

Bitter Gourds (Karela) are very low in calories but dense with precious nutrients. It is good source of vitamins B1, B2, B3, C, magnesium, folic acid, zinc, phosphorus, manganese, and has high dietary fiber. It is rich source of Iron, beta- carotene (double strength as of broccoli), twice the calcium of spinach, and twice the potassium of Banana. It contains a unique phyto-constituent that has been confirmed to have a hypoglycemic effect called charantin. It has also insulin like compound known as polypeptide P which has been suggested as insulin replacement in some diabetic patients.

Health Benefit of Karela-Bitter Gourd

Diabetes mellitus: Karela-bitter melon-bitter gourd contains hypoglycemic compound natural insulin) that works to control the sugar level in blood and urine. Bitter Gourd-Karela juice has shown the significant role to improve the glucose tolerance without increasing blood insulin levels in the body.

It also cures the blood disorder. It’s highly beneficial for treating like blood boils and itching due to toxemia. Take two ounces of fresh bitter gourd juice and mix with lime juice and sip it slowly in the morning empty stomach for six month regularly and see the improvement. It will control the diabetes also.

Cholera: It works in the early stage of cholera; two spoons of bitter gourd juice mix with two spoons of onion juice and lime juice, take it regularly till when you get well. It works and give fast relief

Karela (Bitter Gourd) Eye tonic: The high beta carotene and other medicinal properties, it alleviate eye problems and improve the eye sight.

It works in Hangover condition: Bitter melon is best to treat the hangover condition for its alcohol intoxication properties

Bitter Melon-Gourd-Karela -the best immune booster: The bitter melon juice can also help to build your immune system and increase your body’s resistance against infection.

Treat the Piles with Bitter Melon: Mix three spoonfuls juice of bitter gourd leaves mix with a glass of butter milk and take this every morning, empty stomach, daily for about a month for faster relief and better improvement. A paste made from the roots of Karela can be applied on the effected part for faster relief.

It works in Psoriasis; regular consumption of bitter gourd juice improves the psoriasis condition and other fungal infections like ring worm etc.

Respiratory disorder: take two ounces juice of bitter melon (karela) mix with two table spoonful honey and diluted in water. Drink it daily in the morning empty stomach for better improvement in asthma, bronchitis and pharyngitis

Toxemia: It cleanses the toxins from the blood and liver. Good to cure Jaundice for the best known reasons.

Tips for Consumption: Choose the bitter gourds that are firm, green in colour. Avoid those that have turned orange or have soft spots. Always try to eat only fresh vegetable. It can be kept in refrigerator for a day or two.

Before consumption, it must be clean with fresh running water. Slice the Karela length- wise and scoop out the seeds. Soak it in salt water for half an hour to neutralize its bitter taste before consumption.

Bitter Gourd juice can be taken with honey, carrot or apple juice (Diabetics must avoid bitter juice with honey or sweet apple juice).

Bitter Gourd if taken with powder of Jamun’s seeds and leaves of Gurmar and Tulsi (Basil) it works fast relief in sugar control.

FOR DIABETICS, DRINK THE JUICE WITH or WITHOUT GREEN APPLE JUICE.

Cautions: Please note that more than consumption of two ounces of bitter melon juice or two melons a day may cause mild abdominal problems like pain or diarrhea.

Also, it can be cooked like normal veggie.  Eat at least,  twice or thrice  in a week to control the sugar level.

Diabetics taking hypoglycemic medicine will need to check their sugar level regularly by glucometer. The regular consumption of juices or vegetable of bitter gourd may need to alter the dosages of their drug. Also please be in touch in physician, too.

Pregnant women should avoid taking too much of bitter gourd or juices as it may stimulate the uterus that lead to preterm labour.

Diabetes and Stevia
Diabetes is one of the fastest growing diseases in this country, adult population is more affected. Surprisingly reports are quite shocking that now it is increasing in child, too. People with the disease often are prone to high blood pressure, vision changes and decreases in arterial blood flow, which can lead to heart disease or stroke.
There are many reasons for the increase of diabetes, among them obesity, sedentary lifestyles, hereditary/genetic and to some extend sugar consumption.
Stevia is natural sweetener; sources are from shrubs that contain no harmful chemicals and tastes just like real sugar.  In fact, Stevia is much sweeter than real sugar and artificial sweeteners. Most importantly, Stevia shows zero glycemic index and zero calories.
Stevia is derived from a South American shrub and is recommended to anyone with diabetes, or those looking for a natural, low-carb sweetener.  The most important benefit for diabetics is that Stevia stimulates the release of insulin and also normalizes the response to glucose, especially in type 2 diabetes.
Stevia is also used as a therapeutic treatment for hyperglycemia.
Studies have concluding that Stevia possesses anti-diabetic properties that help to reduce blood pressure; control blood sugar levels and even tone the heart muscle for a healthy heart.
Interestingly, nature has provided a sugar substitute called stevia.  Wild stevia is a perennial shrub native to the Amambay mountain region in Paraguay.  It has been used for centuries by the natives as a sweetener and in the 1800s was “re-discovered” and used throughout Latin America.  In 1931, stevioside was isolated as the active part of the stevia leaf.  The Japanese use it and today it accounts for about 41 percent of their total artificial sweetener market.
Medical publications have shown that it affects calcium transport in a way that is similar to a class of drugs called calcium channel blockers (like verapamil), which commonly are used to treat high blood pressure.  In laboratory animals, stevia also can induce diuresis or water release, similar to diuretics also used to treat high blood pressure.
One study even showed that stevia could prevent infection by the rotavirus, a common viral infection among school-age children.
It has been claimed that stevia can help skin conditions and stomach problems and enhance immunity but these have not been examined by the medical community. Raw leaves might be contaminated by bacteria and fungi and I do not recommend their use.
I am a proponent for the study, development and use of natural products for many chronic dieses would be interesting to directly compare stevia with currently used oral diabetic medications- Patrick B.  Massey, M.D., Ph.D., is medical director for alternative and complementary medicine for Alexian Brothers Hospital Ne
Note:
Since Stevia has been proven to lower blood sugar, diabetic patients taking insulin and other medications to treat and control their diabetes are advised to consult with their doctor before using Stevia.  The diabetic patient should also check their blood sugar levels often while on Stevia.  Stevia is considered a “herbal” product, even then ,it is not recommended for pregnant or breast feeding women. Individuals on certain other medications should also use caution in terms of treatment interactions and establishing is Stevia is safe to mix with their current medications.
Stevia can be found in popular health medical or food stores as a dietary supplement.

They are the elements that attribute any dish with a special flavor making it deliciously exquisite to our taste organs. Although the functions of the herbs and spices are somehow same to a great extent but they differ in meaning. An herb is usually referred as the leaves of some particular plants known for enhancing the tang of a specialized dish and for garnishing and adorning it. The herbs and spices on one hand are use to attribute flavor to both vegetarian and non vegetarian delicacies. The herbs are the leaves of the various plants and shrubs; on the other hand the spices constitute various parts of a plant, such as, the barks, the buds and the fruits. The herbs and spices have several good attributes, the most important among them happens to be their capability of enhancing the taste of the delicacies which are low in their calorie content. The different types of herbs also play an important part in our sustenance. Many herbs and spices comprise medicinal properties and therefore act as effective elements to prevent various ailments and in turn keep us healthy. This is indeed a great factor, as the herbs and spices are performing two fold roles. On one hand they are taking the initiative of making our food tasty, on the other they are ensuring a healthy living. Here is a brief overview on the various Indian Herbs and spices, the tips on storing and using the herbs and spices.

List of popular herbs and spices and their Indian name:

• Carom seed (Ajwain)
• Dried Mango Powder (Amchur)
• Celery (Amjud)
• Cinnamon (Dalchini)
• Cardamom(Elaichi)
Peppercorn (Goal Mirch)
Coriander (Dhania)Turmeric (Haldi)
• Star Anise (Chakra Phool)
• Aniseed or Fennel (Saunf)
• Lemon (Nimbu)
• Bay leaves (Tez patta)
• Asafoetida (Heeng)
• Cumin (Jeera)
• Mace (Javitri)
• Nutmeg (Jaiphal)
• Nigelle or Onion seeds (Kalonji)
• Curry leaves (Kari patta)
• Clove (Laung)
• Khus-Khus (poppy seeds)
• Fenugreek (Methi)
• Paprika (Degi Mirch)
• Basil leaves (Tulsi patta)
• Mint (Poodina)
• Mustard (Sarson)
• Black Mustard (Rai)
• Saffron (Kesar)
• Sesame ( Til)

Apart from these some of the important herbs and spices happen to be , Rosemary, Lemon Grass, Thyme, Oregano, Sage, Angelica are some of the important herbs that are widely used in kitchens across the world.

Tips on storing and using herbs and spices:

• It is always advisable to get the spices in whole form and the herbs in dry forms, as this practice make it easier to preserve them to a great extent. The spices in their whole form can be kept for a long period of time and they can be effectively used in time of need by grinding them into powdered form or paste using the manual or the automatic grinders.
• The spices kept in ground form lose their flavor and freshness.
• The spices and herbs should always be stored in airtight containers and in a cool dry place. The moment an herb or a spice comes under long exposure to air, they are prone to get decayed and their ability to spice up a dish gets lost.
• It is not proper to store the herbs and spices in the refrigerator as the moisture will ruin their true quality. One can only keep the spices and herbs in the refrigerator by keeping them in containers which are absolutely air sealed.

Medicinal herbs:

The list of herbs having healing elements is ever ending. Here are the names of the few popular ones. They are,

• Chicory: It is one of the herbs eaten in salads. It is very rich in Vitamin A and hence very much useful to offer nourishment to the eyes. The flower, roots and leaves of these herbs are used in treating disorder of liver.
• Clove: This is a spice, which is very much useful to ease the throat irritations and stop coughing. It also helps in digestive functions.
• Cumin: It is used to treat various digestive disorders, piles and many other ailments.
• Curry leaves: The fresh juice of curry leaves can treat morning sickness, nausea and vomiting tendency.
• Fenugreek: It is an herb which has extensive power to reduce fevers and therefore a tea made of fenugreek can be used in treating, influenza, bronchitis and several other illnesses.
• Holy Basil: This can be very well called a versatile herb used in treatment of a great range of ailments. It cures bronchitis, soars and ulcers in the mouth, headache, kidney disorders and even ringworm and other skin infections.
• Celery: This herb is used in treating illnesses such as, bronchitis, asthma, pleurisy, tuberculosis and various kinds of blood disorders such as, leukemia, anemia and several others.
• Turmeric: It is another spice of great medicinal value. It is used as an essential antiseptic agent. It is also used in treating chronic cough, bronchial asthma, measles, intestinal problems and a multitude of illnesses.

Apart from these there are scores of other spices and herbs that can be efficaciously used for fighting critical health hazards, such as, heart problems, diabetes and many others. Many of the spices also perform the role of antioxidants and help in purifying your body. One can also replace the different seasonings, like, sugar, salt and fat by using herbs. Some of the herbs that can be very well used in place of salt are oregano, garlic and thyme.

Some of the individuals also suffer from allergies and irritations due to some herbs and spices. The herbs and spices that are considered safe to some extent are, Bay leaves, Basil, Cumin, Coriander, Oregano, Paprika, Rosemary, Parsley, Thyme and Turmeric. Some of the herbs and spices that are prone to give rise to various allergic conditions are Clove, Pepper, Cinnamon, Cayenne, and Chili pepper, Mace, Nutmeg and Mustard

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.

Mr. Harsh Swaroop, Executive Vice President of one of the MNC, a few months back turned to age of 38. A very hard worker-better to say –workaholic, 14-16 hours hectic work schedule, suddenly one day discovered that he had Blood Pressure and Diabetes. The laboratory report disclosed as an unpleasant shock to him and his family. Doctor has advised him for proper treatment and rest for few days but he was not ready to take leave because of his responsibilities of day to day work schedule. I would say if he would have been taken care of his daily routine, diet and exercise, he would not have been come in to the grip of such problems. This all can be prevented if one can manage properly his daily routine and proper and control diet and regular light exercise.

This is not only one simple case study but when you look around, you will find that the  most of the people, men or women, no gender differentiation, when reach to age of 38-40 are diagnosed, with so called diseases like blood pressure, diabetes, arthritis, stress, strokes, spondalities, heart attack, etc.This is all because of hectic- hap-hazards life style, wrong food habits, no proper work schedule, late night parties, no sound sleep, avoiding morning walk and exercise, preferences and priorities are to earn more money and live lavish life style but all in stressful environment. When they discover all these problems, their growths in all respect are checked. MNCs and even most of the Indian companies also, have made the thumb rule that regular health check-up is compulsory. The career growth is also affected.

Thus, no way but to prevent yourself from so called illness and it is very clear that “Prevention is better than cure” and more appropriate rather than treating the –diseases. The growing consciousness about the health issues among people is very positive.

Qualitative food is the base of healthy life. A lot of health problems-illness can be prevented with day to day foods which we intake regularly.

The empty stomach can not help to take the right decision. It has been disclosed by the scientist that if your stomach is full with tasty and healthy food the hormones-SEROTONIN level in the brain will go up and in result of that brain works- properly and fast. Therefore in most of the cases; your decision will be quite correct. The high levels of SEROTONIN always stimulate the brain to work properly. This has been clearly disclosed by the scientist and even doctors that “Breakfast is very important rather than lunch.” Thus,”Break fast” can not be skipped but lunch can be avoided if you want your right decision through out the day. This will help you in your career growth.

Triptofan-aminoacids found in Seed food, dry fruits, banana, curd, chocolate which generate the SEROTONIN hormones in brain are good if you include every day in your diet. If you avoid your food or skip the meals, the sufficient quantity of SEROTONIN will not be produced in the brain and in result of that you will feel week and unhealthy and your decision may be wrong or may not be very appropriate in certain cases which may affect your career or profession.

But this is also equally important that over eating is harmful. Only required calories are to be taken. Calories can be decided depending on your work and life styles. A wrestler always required more calories while a person sitting on the table would prefer less than the usual diet. One should be very particular about the food and digestion. If your digestion is not in order then you will suffer with a number of diseases. Avoid over eating and give preference to veggies. Between two meals, at least 3 hours gap is advisable for good health. Neither keeps your stomach full nor should it be empty.

World health organization has reported that in India around 6 crore people are suffering from heart problems only. The number is increasing day by day. Thus, again we should say prevention is better than cure and there is no option but to change your life style and food habits, if you want to live long and healthy life.

To keep fit you check your intake everyday, what you are taking and what to be taken.

In our day to day food, 50-60% intake should be Carbohydrates-the rich source of our energy. The sources of Carbohydrates are milk, fruits, grains, rice, pasta; starch based green vegetables-all fiber based food substance. Importance of fibers: fiber help in our digestive systems. At least 30-50 grms fiber must be taken. Fiber based food substance are Oatmeal, Seeds, dry peas, pulses, strawberry, blueberry. These all food substance is good to lower down the cholesterol in blood and thus can prevent from heart stroke or any other heart problems.

Protein: Out of total calories, scheduled for a day, 15-20 % protein should be taken every day. World health organization has disclosed that at least 50 grms protein must be taken every day. Protein rich diet is milk, paneer, curds, meat and fish. But give preference to veggie proteins. It has also been detected that non vegetarian are more pro to heart problems as compared to Vegetarians. Protein is required to maintain the body cells.

If you are taking good and qualitative food and your stomach is full your body resistance will increase and you can easily avoid even the seasonal affect. Think, when season changes, some people are affected not the all; it is all because of power of body resistance-immunity, already developed with in the body itself with good, qualitative food. Empty stomachs will always create the problems

Our kitchen is the best place for treatment of several diseases. In Indian kitchen a lot of spices are available through which one can take be prevented from certain causes of ill-health. For example, TURMERIC is a very effective spice in Indian kitchen, through which a number of illnesses can be controlled. One tea spoon of Turmeric powder with milk can prevent the clotting in the veins. Because of its medicinal properties, Turmeric has been patented by the American Government. For more information you can refer the column of “A perfect health guide “Heal and health”.

Just take care of your food items, avoid all junk foods, soft drinks, alcohols, smokings and add more veggies, do morning walk, jogging, light exercise, yoga and meditation, you can recover yourself from all your disease and illnesses.

Regular health checkup is very important. It should not be avoided under any circumstances.

Live long life; keep always in mind “prevention is better than cure”

Fitness Tips to live healthy:

It is general saying by many mores that no time for exercise. Instead of making excuse expert become health fit expert. Do you want to live your life with pleasure or you want to live your life only? The decision will be taken by you only.  Your body is a God gift, so cherish it, respect it and keep it fit.  You can be a loving man in your nearest and dearest relationships if you love yourself, first. Regular exercise, walking, jogging can energize you and your mind and of course reduce depression and fatigue.  It can develop confidence and make you the best man, you can be.

Aerobic Exercise in the morning if possible:

It has been observed that fat is burned up to 300 percent faster when you exercise in the morning rather than afternoon. To further enhance fat burning effects, do them before dinner in the evening.

Four Hours of Exercise a week is sufficient:

If you don’t find time due to busy work schedule try to work out four hours a week. It means, whenever you find time, prefer to exercise first. It will keep fit for the week and helps to relieve stress to enable us to focus on the day’s goal. Intense and highly effective workouts are best.

Weight and Aerobics:

Your first fitness tip is to include weight training and aerobic in your exercise program. You can lose weight through aerobic exercise.  This increases the metabolic rate-the rate to burn the fat. Fat will go and body will be reshaped beautifully.

For a fitness of healthy man, your diet should be balanced and include all food group (Fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low fat dairy, beans and legumes). You should avoid saturated fats, Tran’s fat. Avoid fried foods, burgers, fatty meats, bacon, ribs, and sausage). Stock your frig with fitness health snacks (carrots, nuts, pumpkins seeds, fruits low fat dip and raw vegetables, pretzels, pop corn, etc.) Nuts and seeds are good source of protein although watch the fat content. The weight loss tip is to combine good food choices with appropriate exercise.  Exercises with a nutrient deficient food, your body may get harm rather than fit health. This may leads feeling tired, weak and irritable.

No fatty foods. No junk foods. No aerated drinks.

Eat foods in smaller portion

NUTRICIANS

NUTRICIANS

Eat six smaller nutritious meals a day rather than three heavy meals. You should not go more than a few hours without eating. Eating convinces your body that there is not a famine around the corner. Eating helps accelerate the metabolism. Eating every few hours allows the food to be absorbed more efficiently.

Prefer Natural source of Vitamins rather than supplements: fruits n vegetables.

Studies show that fresh fruits and vegetables are rich source of vitamins and minerals.

Gradual Change Eating habits Work best;

Don’t try to radically change your eating habits in an attempt to lose weight, rather, try to have balance, variety and moderation in your fitness health man diet. Start to focus on more healthy eating choices around your current eating habits. Then gradually reduce or eliminate unhealthy food choices.

Drink Water

Water transport nutrients, helps you from feeling sluggish and helps control your appetite. Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day.

Try to achieve a higher and higher level of performance

The level of achievement is different for every individual. Walking up a hill may be level of 10 for some people. The goal is to always achieve a higher and higher level of performance. Otherwise you will get in a comfort zone and you won’t see results. You need to push yourself in your exercise programme but this doesn’t mean exercise more.

Fitness Tips to live healthy:(prevention for obesity,diabetes n arthritis)

General saying by many mores that no time for exercise. Instead of making excuse expert become health fit expert. Do you want to live your life with pleasure or you want to live your life only? The decision will be taken by you only.  Your body is a God gift, so cherish it, respect it and keep it fit.  You can be a loving man in your nearest and dearest relationships if you love yourself, first. Regular exercise, walking, jogging can energize you and your mind and of course reduce depression and fatigue.  It can develop confidence and make you the best man, you can be.

Aerobic Exercise in the morning if possible:

It has been observed that fat is burned up to 300 percent faster when you exercise in the morning rather than afternoon. To further enhance fat burning effects, do them before dinner in the evening.

Four Hours of Exercise a week is sufficient:

If you don’t find time due to busy work schedule try to work out four hours a week. It means, whenever you find time, prefer to exercise first. It will keep fit for the week and helps to relieve stress to enable us to focus on the day’s goal. Intense and highly effective workouts are best.

Weight and Aerobics:

Your first fitness tip is to include weight training and aerobic in your exercise program. You can lose weight through aerobic exercise.  This increases the metabolic rate-the rate to burn the fat. Fat will go and body will be reshaped beautifully.

Right diet is even more important with exercise

For a fitness of healthy man, your diet should be balanced and include all food group (Fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low fat dairy, beans and legumes). You should avoid saturated fats, Tran’s fat. Avoid fried foods, burgers, fatty meats, bacon, ribs, and sausage). Stock your frig with fitness health snacks (carrots, nuts, pumpkins seeds, fruits low fat dip and raw vegetables, pretzels, pop corn, etc.) Nuts and seeds are good source of protein although watch the fat content. The weight loss tip is to combine good food choices with appropriate exercise.  Exercises with a nutrient deficient food, your body may get harm rather than fit health. This may leads feeling tired, weak and irritable.

No fatty foods. No junk foods. No aerated drinks.

Eat foods in smaller portions:

Eat six smaller nutritious meals a day rather than three heavy meals. You should not go more than a few hours without eating. Eating convinces your body that there is not a famine around the corner. Eating helps accelerate the metabolism. Eating every few hours allows the food to be absorbed more efficiently.

Prefer Natural source of Vitamins rather than supplements:

Studies show that fresh fruits and vegetables are rich source of vitamins and minerals.

Gradual Change Eating habits Work best;

Don’t try to radically change your eating habits in an attempt to lose weight, rather, try to have balance, variety and moderation in your fitness health man diet. Start to focus on more healthy eating choices around your current eating habits. Then gradually reduce or eliminate unhealthy food choices.

Drink Water

Water transport nutrients, helps you from feeling sluggish and helps control your appetite. Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day.

Try to achieve a higher and higher level of performance

The level of achievement is different for every individual. Walking up a hill may be level of 10 for some people. The goal is to always achieve a higher and higher level of performance. Otherwise you will get in a comfort zone and you won’t see results. You need to push yourself in your exercise programme but this doesn’t mean exercise more.

Health Benefit of Almonds:

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 the risk of heart diseases. It reduces the C-reactive protein that causes artery damaging inflammation.

Almond reduces the bad Cholesterol (LDL):(Diabetes)

Almonds are a good source of monosaturated fats and some polyunsaturated fats that help to lower the low density lipoprotein (LDL or bad Cholesterol). 5 nuts of almond daily in the morning with breakfast help to reduce the bad cholesterol level 8-10%. Soak 5-6 nuts in the night and eat it in the morning before your breakfast.

Improve- Blood Circulations

Almonds are high in potassium and low in sodium, both are important to regulate the blood pressure. High level of magnesium in almonds prevent the arteries and vein and improve over all  blood flow to provides the nutrients to all part the our body .Almond is rich source of Iron which help to carry oxygen to all of the body’s cells and organs.

Strengthen the bones:

Almonds are rich source of calcium that prevent osteoporosis and strengthens the bones, teeth and muscles.

Almonds help to lose the-  Weight:

It has enough fiber content, protein and good cholesterol (HDL) that fulfils the body’s requirements and satisfies the appetite therefore you are less likely to have cravings and overeat. Studies have revealed that almonds are rich in low calorie diet is good for obese people to assist in shedding their weight.

Almonds are good for- DIABETICS:

Almonds are always good for diabetic patients as it is low glycemic index food. It helps in reducing the sugar and maintains the insulin level in the blood after the meals.

Almond reduces the risk of-  Cancer: As almonds are rich in natural fiber, it improves the movement of food through the colon, thereby preventing colon cancer. It also suppresses the growth of breast cancer as it is full with vitamin E, phytochemicals and flavonoids.

It prevents- Gallstone:

5-6 nuts of almond daily, will reduce the 20-25% risk of formation of stone in Gall bladders. Almonds oil also possesses laxative properties and helps to produce soft stools and avoid constipation.

Almonds are good for-Hair:

A massage of almonds oil mixed with gooseberry juice can prevent hair loss. It also prevents graying and thinning of hair. Regular massage will helps to prevent from dandruff.

Good for- Skin:

Almond face pack prevents dry skin, pimples and blackheads and also good for long term cure of acne.

It also improves the skin complexion and premature aging.

Energy Booster and Best- Brain Tonic:

Rich in protein, manganese, copper and riboflavin are good enough to generate the energy in the body. Almond is a source of many nutrients which helps in development of the brain development. Ayurveda recommends that 5 soaked almonds every day morning nourished the brain in right way.

It’s good for every age group and individuals.

Thus make it convenient to have 5-6 nuts of almonds (badam) every day in the morning. Soak in water in the night and nd eat it in the morning. After having almond take a glass of toned pasteurized milk.

Health Benefit of Almonds:

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 the risk of heart diseases. It reduces the C-reactive protein that causes artery damaging inflammation.

Almond reduces the bad Cholesterol (LDL):

Almonds are a good source of monosaturated fats and some polyunsaturated fats that help to lower the low density lipoprotein (LDL or bad Cholesterol). 5 nuts of almond daily in the morning with breakfast help to reduce the bad cholesterol level 8-10%. Soak 5-6 nuts in the night and eat it in the morning before your breakfast.

Improve Blood Circulations

Almonds are high in potassium and low in sodium, both are important to regulate the blood pressure. High level of magnesium in almonds prevent the arteries and vein and improve over all  blood flow to provides the nutrients to all part the our body .Almond is rich source of Iron which help to carry oxygen to all of the body’s cells and organs.

Strengthen the bones:

Almonds are rich source of calcium that prevent osteoporosis and strengthens the bones, teeth and muscles.

Almonds help to lose the weight:

It has enough fiber content, protein and good cholesterol (HDL) that fulfils the body’s requirements and satisfies the appetite therefore you are less likely to have cravings and overeat. Studies have revealed that almonds are rich in low calorie diet is good for obese people to assist in shedding their weight.

Almonds are good for DIABETICS:

Almonds are always good for diabetic patients as it is low glycemic index food. It helps in reducing the sugar and maintains the insulin level in the blood after the meals.

Almond reduces the risk of cancer: As almonds are rich in natural fiber, it improves the movement of food through the colon, thereby preventing colon cancer. It also suppresses the growth of breast cancer as it is full with vitamin E, phytochemicals and flavonoids.

It prevents Gallstone:

5-6 nuts of almond daily, will reduce the 20-25% risk of formation of stone in Gall bladders. Almonds oil also possesses laxative properties and helps to produce soft stools and avoid constipation.

Almonds are good for Hair:

A massage of almonds oil mixed with gooseberry juice can prevent hair loss. It also prevents graying and thinning of hair. Regular massage will helps to prevent from dandruff.

Good for Skin:

Almond face pack prevents dry skin, pimples and blackheads and also good for long term cure of acne.

It also improves the skin complexion and premature aging.

Energy Booster and Best Brain Tonic:

Rich in protein, manganese, copper and riboflavin are good enough to generate the energy in the body. Almond is a source of many nutrients which helps in development of the brain development. Ayurveda recommends that 5 soaked almonds every day morning nourished the brain in right way.

It’s good for every age group and individuals.

Thus make it convenient to have 5-6 nuts of almonds (badam) every day in the morning. Soak in water in the night and nd eat it in the morning. After having almond take a glass of toned pasteurized milk.

Health Benefit of Almonds:

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 the risk of heart diseases. It reduces the C-reactive protein that causes artery damaging inflammation.

Almond reduces the bad Cholesterol (LDL):

Almonds are a good source of monosaturated fats and some polyunsaturated fats that help to lower the low density lipoprotein (LDL or bad Cholesterol). 5 nuts of almond daily in the morning with breakfast help to reduce the bad cholesterol level 8-10%. Soak 5-6 nuts in the night and eat it in the morning before your breakfast.

Improve Blood Circulations

Almonds are high in potassium and low in sodium, both are important to regulate the blood pressure. High level of magnesium in almonds prevent the arteries and vein and improve over all  blood flow to provides the nutrients to all part the our body .Almond is rich source of Iron which help to carry oxygen to all of the body’s cells and organs.

Strengthen the bones:

Almonds are rich source of calcium that prevent osteoporosis and strengthens the bones, teeth and muscles.

Almonds help to lose the weight:

It has enough fiber content, protein and good cholesterol (HDL) that fulfils the body’s requirements and satisfies the appetite therefore you are less likely to have cravings and overeat. Studies have revealed that almonds are rich in low calorie diet is good for obese people to assist in shedding their weight.

Almonds are good for DIABETICS:

Almonds are always good for diabetic patients as it is low glycemic index food. It helps in reducing the sugar and maintains the insulin level in the blood after the meals.

Almond reduces the risk of cancer: As almonds are rich in natural fiber, it improves the movement of food through the colon, thereby preventing colon cancer. It also suppresses the growth of breast cancer as it is full with vitamin E, phytochemicals and flavonoids.

It prevents Gallstone:

5-6 nuts of almond daily, will reduce the 20-25% risk of formation of stone in Gall bladders. Almonds oil also possesses laxative properties and helps to produce soft stools and avoid constipation.

Almonds are good for Hair:

A massage of almonds oil mixed with gooseberry juice can prevent hair loss. It also prevents graying and thinning of hair. Regular massage will helps to prevent from dandruff.

Good for Skin:

Almond face pack prevents dry skin, pimples and blackheads and also good for long term cure of acne.

It also improves the skin complexion and premature aging.

Energy Booster and Best Brain Tonic:

Rich in protein, manganese, copper and riboflavin are good enough to generate the energy in the body. Almond is a source of many nutrients which helps in development of the brain development. Ayurveda recommends that 5 soaked almonds every day morning nourished the brain in right way.

It’s good for every age group and individuals.

Thus make it convenient to have 5-6 nuts of almonds (badam) every day in the morning. Soak in water in the night and nd eat it in the morning. After having almond take a glass of toned pasteurized milk.

Health Benefit of Almonds:

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 the risk of heart diseases. It reduces the C-reactive protein that causes artery damaging inflammation.

Almond reduces the bad Cholesterol (LDL):

Almonds are a good source of monosaturated fats and some polyunsaturated fats that help to lower the low density lipoprotein (LDL or bad Cholesterol). 5 nuts of almond daily in the morning with breakfast help to reduce the bad cholesterol level 8-10%. Soak 5-6 nuts in the night and eat it in the morning before your breakfast.

Improve Blood Circulations

Almonds are high in potassium and low in sodium, both are important to regulate the blood pressure. High level of magnesium in almonds prevent the arteries and vein and improve over all  blood flow to provides the nutrients to all part the our body .Almond is rich source of Iron which help to carry oxygen to all of the body’s cells and organs.

Strengthen the bones:

Almonds are rich source of calcium that prevent osteoporosis and strengthens the bones, teeth and muscles.

Almonds help to lose the weight:

It has enough fiber content, protein and good cholesterol (HDL) that fulfils the body’s requirements and satisfies the appetite therefore you are less likely to have cravings and overeat. Studies have revealed that almonds are rich in low calorie diet is good for obese people to assist in shedding their weight.

Almonds are good for DIABETICS:

Almonds are always good for diabetic patients as it is low glycemic index food. It helps in reducing the sugar and maintains the insulin level in the blood after the meals.

Almond reduces the risk of cancer: As almonds are rich in natural fiber, it improves the movement of food through the colon, thereby preventing colon cancer. It also suppresses the growth of breast cancer as it is full with vitamin E, phytochemicals and flavonoids.

It prevents Gallstone:

5-6 nuts of almond daily, will reduce the 20-25% risk of formation of stone in Gall bladders. Almonds oil also possesses laxative properties and helps to produce soft stools and avoid constipation.

Almonds are good for Hair:

A massage of almonds oil mixed with gooseberry juice can prevent hair loss. It also prevents graying and thinning of hair. Regular massage will helps to prevent from dandruff.

Good for Skin:

Almond face pack prevents dry skin, pimples and blackheads and also good for long term cure of acne.

It also improves the skin complexion and premature aging.

Energy Booster and Best Brain Tonic:

Rich in protein, manganese, copper and riboflavin are good enough to generate the energy in the body. Almond is a source of many nutrients which helps in development of the brain development. Ayurveda recommends that 5 soaked almonds every day morning nourished the brain in right way.

It’s good for every age group and individuals.

Thus make it convenient to have 5-6 nuts of almonds (badam) every day in the morning. Soak in water in the night and nd eat it in the morning. After having almond take a glass of toned pasteurized milk.

Health Benefit of Almonds:

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 the risk of heart diseases. It reduces the C-reactive protein that causes artery damaging inflammation.

Almond reduces the bad Cholesterol (LDL):

Almonds are a good source of monosaturated fats and some polyunsaturated fats that help to lower the low density lipoprotein (LDL or bad Cholesterol). 5 nuts of almond daily in the morning with breakfast help to reduce the bad cholesterol level 8-10%. Soak 5-6 nuts in the night and eat it in the morning before your breakfast.

Improve Blood Circulations

Almonds are high in potassium and low in sodium, both are important to regulate the blood pressure. High level of magnesium in almonds prevent the arteries and vein and improve over all  blood flow to provides the nutrients to all part the our body .Almond is rich source of Iron which help to carry oxygen to all of the body’s cells and organs.

Strengthen the bones:

Almonds are rich source of calcium that prevent osteoporosis and strengthens the bones, teeth and muscles.

Almonds help to lose the weight:

It has enough fiber content, protein and good cholesterol (HDL) that fulfils the body’s requirements and satisfies the appetite therefore you are less likely to have cravings and overeat. Studies have revealed that almonds are rich in low calorie diet is good for obese people to assist in shedding their weight.

Almonds are good for DIABETICS:

Almonds are always good for diabetic patients as it is low glycemic index food. It helps in reducing the sugar and maintains the insulin level in the blood after the meals.

Almond reduces the risk of cancer: As almonds are rich in natural fiber, it improves the movement of food through the colon, thereby preventing colon cancer. It also suppresses the growth of breast cancer as it is full with vitamin E, phytochemicals and flavonoids.

It prevents Gallstone:

5-6 nuts of almond daily, will reduce the 20-25% risk of formation of stone in Gall bladders. Almonds oil also possesses laxative properties and helps to produce soft stools and avoid constipation.

Almonds are good for Hair:

A massage of almonds oil mixed with gooseberry juice can prevent hair loss. It also prevents graying and thinning of hair. Regular massage will helps to prevent from dandruff.

Good for Skin:

Almond face pack prevents dry skin, pimples and blackheads and also good for long term cure of acne.

It also improves the skin complexion and premature aging.

Energy Booster and Best Brain Tonic:

Rich in protein, manganese, copper and riboflavin are good enough to generate the energy in the body. Almond is a source of many nutrients which helps in development of the brain development. Ayurveda recommends that 5 soaked almonds every day morning nourished the brain in right way.

It’s good for every age group and individuals.

Thus make it convenient to have 5-6 nuts of almonds (badam) every day in the morning. Soak in water in the night and nd eat it in the morning. After having almond take a glass of toned pasteurized milk.

Pumpkins are good  for…….

God is great. When he made the universe he has managed every thing to keep us healthy. It is, only we, who don’t care. And do not follow the natural way of life. We prefer only junk foods.

Recently, the Chinese researcher led by Tao Xia of China Normal University has disclosed that Pumpkin extract can reduce the amount of insulin you need to take from out sources.

Pumpkin also acts as an anti- rheumatic, a demulcent, a diuretic, a nervine, and a taenifuge. It was used in folk medicine to treat kidney inflammation and intestinal parasites.

In ayurveda, it is used to treat irritable bladder and prostate problems. Its seeds is said to help relieve dizziness.  Pumpkin is also used to treat boils, carbuncles, fever, measles, skin ailments, smallpox, sprains, tumor, urinary ailments, warts, and women’s ailments.

Its antioxidant rich-Research shows that people who eat a diet rich in beta-carotene are less likely to develop certain cancers than those who fail to include beta-carotene rich foods in their diet.

Pumpkins are loaded with potassium-studies show that have a potassium rich diet lower the risk for hypertension and heart problem.

It’s also rich in Zinc- a major boost for your immune system. It also aids in bone density support at risk for osteoporosis.

High fiber diet- rich in fiber may prevent cancer, heart disease and other serious ailments.

• Pumpkin may prevent- Prostate enlargement:(related with sex)

Eating a handful (about 1 ounce) of shelled pumpkin seeds three times a week is recommended to prevent prostate enlargement.

Benign prostatic hypertrophy ( BPH), is a condition that commonly affects men 50 years and older. BPH involves enlargement of the prostate gland. One of the factors that contribute to BPH is overstimulation of the prostate cells by testosterone and its conversion product, DHT (dihydrotestosterone). Components in pumpkin seed oil appear able to interrupt this triggering of prostate cell multiplication by testosterone and DHT.  The carotenoids found in pumpkin seeds, and the omega-3 fats found in pumpkin seeds are also being studied for their potential prostate benefits. Men with higher amounts of carotenoids in their diet have less risk for BPH.

• Pumpkins help to protect the degeneration of Bones;

Pumpkins -a best diet supplement, regularly eating with seeds, improve the bone mineral density and can prevent old age bone related diseases like osteoporosis that is often thought to be a disease for which postmenopausal women are at highest risk, it is also a potential problem for older men. Study shows that out of 10, one man after the age from 45-92 suffer from osteoporosis that was published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, found a clear correlation between low dietary intake of zinc, low blood levels of the trace mineral, and osteoporosis at the hip and spine.

• Anti-Inflammatory Benefits in Arthritis

The healing properties of pumpkin seeds have also been recently investigated with respect to arthritis. Pumpkin seeds to the diet has compared favorably with use of the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug indomethacin in reducing inflammatory symptoms. Importantly, though, pumpkin seeds did not have one extremely unwanted effect of indomethacin: unlike the drug, pumpkin seeds do not increase the level of damaged fats (lipid peroxides) in the linings of the joints, a side-effect that actually contributes to the progression of arthritis.

• Pumpkins  Phytosterols Lower Cholesterol

Phytosterols are compounds found in plants that have a chemical structure very similar to cholesterol, and when present in the diet in sufficient amounts, are believed to reduce blood levels of cholesterol, enhance the immune response and decrease risk of certain cancers and Pumpkins are the best known to it.

Phytosterols beneficial effects are so dramatic that they have been extracted from soybean, corn, and pine tree oil and added to processed foods, such as “butter”-replacement spreads, which are then touted as cholesterol-lowering “foods.”

History

Pumpkins, and their seeds, were a celebrated food of the Native American Indians who treasured them both for their dietary and medicinal properties. The cultivation of pumpkins spread throughout the world when the European explorers, returning from their journeys, brought back many of the agricultural treasures of the New World. While pumpkin seeds are featured in the recipes of many cultures, they are a special hallmark of traditional Mexican cuisine. Pumpkin seeds have recently become more popular as research suggests that they have unique nutritional and health benefits.

Pumpkin seeds should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. While they may stay edible for several months, they seem to lose their peak freshness after about one to two months.

Advise ; cook pumpkins like all other vegetable with seed itself..