Home remedies
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Monday 28 September 2015
29 Remedies You Should Know to Make
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Friday 25 September 2015
This is bad: Scientist shows how Coke messes up our bodies
ANI, Melbourne Jul
31, 2015 08:51 IST
On his blog Truth Theory, Niraj Naik has outlined the health
issues and alarming findings of drinking.
While the fizzy cola drink is loved by most people in the
world, an Indian scientist has now shown what Coca-Cola does to your body up to
an after you gulp it down, and it is not good.
On his blog Truth Theory, Niraj Naik has outlined the health
issues and alarming findings, News.com.au reported.
In the first 10 minutes, a person consumes around 10
teaspoons of sugar (100 per cent of your recommended daily intake), and though
the level of sweetness should make one vomit, the phosphoric acid cuts the
flavour allowing one to keep it down.
After 20 minutes, the body's blood sugar spikes giving an
insulin burst and the liver responds by turning sugar into fat. Caffeine
absorption is complete by 40 minutes after which pupils dilate, blood pressure
rises, and as a response liver dumps more sugar into bloodstream.
The adenosine receptors in the brain get blocked preventing
drowsiness.
After 45 minutes, the body ups a person's dopamine
production stimulating the pleasure centres of the brain, which is physically
the same way heroin works, and after an hour the caffeine's diuretic properties
come into play. The buzz dies down and person starts to have a sugar crash.
Seeing how people following strict low fat diet were gaining
weight was what pushed Naik to investigate Coke, and wrote that fructose was
the form of high fructose corn syrup, found in most processed foods and most
people are totally unaware of its danger.
"Many fruits also contain fructose, but nature has
provided the antidote, as these fruits are also packed with fibre which
prevents your body from absorbing too much of it."
He added that there were 1.6 billion servings of Coke
everyday all over the word, and if people cared about their heart, health and
mind then they shouldn't reach for that bottle of Coke.
Monday 21 September 2015
Helpful Reminders of the Power of Fruit
We all know that fruit offer many helpful health benefits,
but who remembers all the myriad reasons why it's good to eat them, and which
does what. Here are some great 'print-and-hang-on-fridge" information that
will remind you why you are eating an avocado, other than the delicious taste!
Bananas are an incredible source of healthy nutrients!
Health Benefits of Consuming Dates
1) Dates are free from cholesterol and contain very low fat.
Dates are rich in vitamins and minerals.
2) They are rich source of protein, dietary fiber and rich
in vitamin B1, B2, B3 and B5 along with vitamin A1 and C.
3)It helps improve the digestive system as it contains
soluble and insoluble fibers and different kinds of amino acids.
4) Dates are great energy boosters as they contain natural
sugars glucose, sucrose and fructose. To
get a bigger advantage add dates to milk and make it a very nutritious snack.
5)Dates are very low in calories and are extremely suitable
for health conscious people.
6) Dates are rich in potassium and reduced in sodium. This
helps regulate a healthy nervous system. Researchers have revealed the fact
that potassium intake, up to a certain extent, can reduce the risk of stroke.
7) Dates also help in lowering of the LDL cholesterol.
8) Dates have high iron content and are very useful in
treating anemia. The patients can eat many dates for better advantages.
9) Dates also have fluorine that slows down the process of
tooth decay.
10) It helps people suffering from constipation. Soak dates
overnight and take it along with water to have an added
advantage.
11) Dates help in weight gain and are beneficial for those
who suffer from over slimming problem.
12) Dates are excellent for alcoholic intoxication.Cures
abdominal cancer.
13) It also helps in improving eye sight and helps in curing
night blindness as well.
14) It may improve the sperm count when taken with mil
Friday 18 September 2015
Old Chinese Secret: The Ice Cube and the Feng Fu Spot
We all want to live longer. But we also want to look and
feel young while we do it. To achieve this, we of course must eat right, stay
active and keep our minds sharp. However, it turns out that a few moments with an
ice cube on the back of your neck can also help. The point in the middle of the
back of your neck, close to the hairline, is called in Chinese medicine
"Feng Fu", and it is the pressure point found at the base of the
skull.
If you put an ice cube on that spot, beyond the momentary
relief from this summer heat, you'll awaken your body's balancing force and
even discover your joy and energy levels increasing. Keep reading and learn the
advantages of this method and the way to apply it.
Lie on your stomach and put an ice cube on the feng fu
pressure point. Leave it there for 20 minutes (you may need a towel to keep it
in place). Do this on an empty stomach, regularly, with a 2-3 day breaks,
morning and night before going to bed. Within a few days you should feel:
An elevation in your mood
Relief from headaches
Better breathing
A higher quality of sleep
Improved digestion
Relief from cold symptoms
Relief from tooth pain
More energy and alertness
Fight problems with your parathyroid gland
According to Chinese medicine, the Feng Fu point is not a
healing pressure point, it is, in fact, a pressure point that returns the body
to its natural physiological state, so external factors that influence your
health and your bodily processes may be neutralized by treating this point.
Modern medicine explains these effects by pointing out that
the Feng Fu point is very close to our brain stem, and that is why it is not
recommended for pregnant women, people with Schizophrenia or people with
pacemakers.
Try it yourselves when you are suffering from pain, feeling
very tired or are just feeling out of sorts and out of balance with your body.
It's also a good way to stay cool this summer!
Monday 14 September 2015
The Healing Fingers
We all use touch for therapy – when we think, we put our
chin on our fist, and when we’re uncomfortable, we rub our hands together as if
we’re cold. Even babies suck on their thumbs when they go to sleep. We don’t do
all of these things for nothing, as each part of our body is connected to a
whole system. If we know where to apply pressure in the system, we can overcome
various physical and mental symptoms.
Finger Touch Therapy originates from an ancient Chinese
technique, in which every finger relates to different organs and emotions. In a
study conducted by the Mercy Cancer Center in theU.S.,all of the participants experienced beneficial sensations,including reduced stress and nausea during
chemotherapy. Additionally, many patients that reported difficulties sleeping
found that by holding their thumb and taking deep breaths, they were able to
fall asleep much faster. It is assumed that thumb holding is related to the way
babies suck on their thumbs, but either way, both patients and doctors strongly
recommend this method.
To use this technique, all you have to do is make a fist
around the finger that’s connected to the sensation or body-part you wish to
soothe, and slowly apply pressure to it for 3-5 minutes while breathing deeply.
If you want to balance your whole body, simply do it for each finger on both
hands.
Thumb
Sensations: Anxiety, worry, and depression
Organs: Stomach and spleen
Physical Symptoms: Stomachaches, headaches, skin problems,
and stress
Index Finger
Sensations: Fear, frustration, uncertainty, and confusion
Organs: Kidneys and bladder
Physical Symptoms: Indigestion, discomfort in the arms,
elbows and wrists, muscle pains, backaches, teeth related problems, and any
type of addiction.
Middle Finger
Sensations: Anger, restlessness, and indecisiveness
Organs: Liver and gallbladder
Physical Symptoms: Eye and vision problems, lethargy,
migraines, frontal headaches, period pains, and circulatory system issues.
Ring Finger
Sensations: Sadness, grief, fear of abandonment and
rejection, negativity
Organs: Lungs and large intestine
Physical Symptoms: Indigestion, respiratory problems,
tinnitus, deep-layer skin problems
Pinky
Sensations: Low self-esteem, judgmental behavior, and stress
Organs: Heart and small intestine
Physical Symptoms: Stomachaches, headaches, skin problems,
and stress
Friday 11 September 2015
8 Diabetic Diet Myths Dispelled
Diabetes is fast becoming one of the most common illnesses
in the world. As such, there is a treasure trove of rumors and misinformation
regarding this disease. It's extremely important to separate fact from fiction,
and that is why we've brought you 8 of the most common myths about this disease
that we are going to bust right now.
Myth 1: Eating too much sugar causes diabetes
It is widely thought that eating too much sugar causes
diabetes. What does cause diabetes is an insulin malfunction . This means your
body struggles to turn the food you eat into energy. Usually food gets broken
down into glucose, a sugar that powers cells. The pancreas produces insulin, a
hormone which helps cells use glucose for energy.
There are 3 common forms of diabetes and none of them are
caused by sugar intake.
Type 1 diabetes usually starts in childhood or young
adulthood and is when the pancreas can’t produce insulin. These people need to
take insulin to help move the sugar into the cells and prevent it from amassing
in the blood.
Type 2 diabetes can affect any person, of any age and is
when the pancreas doesn’t produce sufficient insulin or the insulin stops
working, and sometimes both scenarios. Being overweight can make this form of
diabetes more ly.
Another common type is Gestational diabetes, a temporary
form of diabetes that occurs in pregnancy due to hormone changes that cause
insulin not to work properly.
Myth 2: You won’t be able to eat your favorite foods anymore
The idea that you are limited to uninteresting food when you
are diabetic is widespread and misleading. You don’t have to give up foods you
love; you just might need to think of how you eat them differently. You will
need to change the way you prepare these foods, and might need to change the foods
that you eat alongside them, and possibly reducing the portions.
Myth 3: You’ll have to prepare separate diabetic meals
You might be thinking that you won’t be able to eat what the
rest of the family is eating, and extra preparation would be required. This
isn’t necessarily true. A diabetic diet is a healthy diet, nutritious for the
whole family and doesn’t require separate preparation. The person with diabetes
just needs to pay more attention to the amount of calories she or he eats and
monitor the types of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in their diet.
Alternative sugars
Stevia
This is a plant extract that tastes much sweeter than sugar
and has no calories. It has the added benefit of lowering blood sugar and blood
pressure. Stevia has a distinct taste and it can take a while to adjust.
Erythritol
This sugar alcohol is low in calories and doesn’t affect
your blood sugar levels. It is safe to eat however eating too much can cause
digestion issues.
Xylitol
Another sugar alcohol that doesn’t raise blood sugar or
insulin levels. Similar to Erythritol, Xylitol causes digestive issues if eaten
in large quantities. This sugar alcohol is also been shown to have dental
benefits and improve bone density. It’s highly toxic to dogs.
Myth 4: Carbohydrates are bad for diabetics
Carbohydrates, commonly shortened to carbs, are the
foundation of any healthy diet and are not bad for diabetes. Why they are
important to monitor is because they have the greatest effect on blood sugar
levels. It’s best to discuss which ones you eat with a dietitian so that you
select nutrient rich ones.
Myth 5: You can replace carbohydrates with protein
Carbohydrates ability to affect blood sugar levels quickly
might tempt people with diabetes to lower their intake of carbs and compensate
with more protein. This is fine in principle, but in practice many proteins,
such as meat, are dense in saturated fats. Consuming too much fat can increase
the risk for heart disease.
Myth 6: You can take medicine and eat what you
It would be great if taking a pill would allow you to go
about eating what you usually do but adjusting your medication makes it less
effective as medicine works best taken consistently, as instructed by your
physician. For those who take insulin, it’s often the case that you learn to
adjust the amount of insulin to match the amount of food you eat, but this
doesn’t give you permission to eat as much as you want. You still have to stick
to a diabetic diet to stabilize your blood sugar levels.
Myth 7: You have to eat diet foods
A lot of ‘diet’ foods are smart marketing. They are often
more expensive and no healthier than regular foods. It’s important to read the
ingredients and consider the number of calories before deciding if it’s
suitable for your diabetic diet. As always when in doubt about what food is
beneficial its best to consult with a nutritionist or dietitian.
Myth 8: No more dessert
Similar to myth #2 you need to rethink how you look at
desserts. There are plenty sweet options available for eating at the end of a
meal. You can use artificial sweeteners, alternative sugars or try expanding
your food horizons to include fruit, and yogurts. You can even make your
recipes more nutritious by including whole grains, and vegetable oil when
preparing desserts. For many recipes you can skip or reduce the sugar without
changing the consistency or sacrificing the taste. Another option is to
practice portion control. Consider splitting dessert or opting for a single ice
cream scoop.
NOTE: Before making any changes to your diet check with your GP.
Manek Chowk <pothinudehlu@gmail.com>
NOTE: Before making any changes to your diet check with your GP.
Manek Chowk <pothinudehlu@gmail.com>
Monday 7 September 2015
Drink Pineapple Water In The Morning For A Year and These 9 Things Happen!
Do you drink 8 cups of water a day? Have you ever
considered the thought that staying hydrated may not be enough!
1. Fights inflammation
People who play sports or that have arthritis should really
consider doing this because bromelain helps the body get rid of toxins by
fighting off inflammation which impacts all the tissues and organs in the body.
It can help with mild pain from the sports or arthritis.
2. Helps with weight loss
Want to lose a few pounds? Drink the pineapple water! Due to
the fiber contained in pineapple, it takes more time to digest, thus causing a
prolonged feeling of satiety. By drinking the pineapples water in the morning,
you will not have sweet cravings. Thiamine helps boost your body metabolism by
converting carbohydrates into energy.
3. Flushes parasites from liver and intestines
No one wants to think they might have a parasite in their
body like a tapeworm but it is possible. The bromelain in pineapples can kill
tapeworms fast if you do a three day fast.
4. Regulates the thyroid
Pineapples contain iodine and bromelain that are effective
in improving various autoimmune disorders, which means it is also effective in
easing symptoms associated with thyroiditis.
5. Balances electrolytes
To prevent cramps or other injuries drink the pineapple
water. The potassium in pineapples helps maintain a proper balance of
electrolytes and keeps your body strong.
6. Gets rid of heavy metals and toxins
Pineapple is loaded with fiber, beneficial enzymes and a
host of antioxidants that help to detox your body from heavy metals and toxins.
7. Works as a digestive aid.
Bromelain in pineapple helps the body digest proteins more
efficiently.
8. Strengthens gums
Not only will it strengthen your gums, but it also helps
whiten and preserve your teeth. Dr. Frawley says pineapples act as a natural
stain remover also.
9. Improves vision
Pineapple contains beta-carotene and vitamin A which leads
to good eyesight. Data reported in a study published in the Archives of
Ophthalmology indicates that eating 3 or more servings of pineapple per day may
lower your risk of age-related macular degeneration (ARMD), the primary cause
of vision loss in older adults.
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