The coconut doubles up as food plus medicine, besides being an auspicious and compulsory part of every religious event in Indian culture. Rightfully called the “Tree of Life” the coconut is a powerhouse of nutrition with its juice, its milk, oil and kernel. Here is a common sight in street…
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We have all grown up hearing the adage “health is wealth” and I am realizing its value now, more than ever. For most of us, it is easy to laugh at health insurance and take good health and energy for granted when we are young, in our 20’s, in our…
All those shakes and bars you can drink and eat to substitute a regular meal. Do you wonder whether they could be a good option for weight loss? I, for one, would always prefer to choose healthy foods and and follow a proper diet (as far as possible) instead of…
Adding natural color to your diet is a great way to add health, especially in the form of a super fruit such as blueberries Berries of all kinds are healthy, but blueberries literally head the bunch when considering nutritional benefits. Here is why. Nutritional benefits of blueberries good source of…
Sinus pain is usually triggered by colds, flu, allergens, and pollutants. While some people suffer seasonal allergies others have a bad time throughout the year. Studies show that allergies top the list when it comes to listing the causes for sinus infections and congestion, closely followed by the common cold…
Yes. But why are beans ideal for weight loss? Because they are rich in soluble and insoluble fiber. While the soluble fiber gives you that feeling of fullness and slows down glucose absorption, maintaining stable sugar levels, the insoluble fiber ensure that you are “regular” with bowel movements. Two good…
Yes – beat PMS with diet! Any woman who suffers from pre-menstrual stress – and the people around her – should be happy to hear that diet can make a huge difference to these monthly woes. Here are some main pointers: Never skip meals. To maintain your blood sugar levels,…