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« Reply #105 on: December 26, 2012, 12:48:11 PM »
Fitness secrets: expert exercise tips

In today’s fast moving lifestyle in becomes difficult for most of the people to do regular workouts. It is very important to maintain a balance of health and fitness for healthy living. Positive thinking plays an important role in staying healthy, check out some easy fitness tips to stay healthy even in a hectic lifestyle.

6 Easy fitness tips:



Stay regular
It is not important to choose hard workouts only rather you should be regular to your exercise schedules. According to many scientists it is necessary to stay regular regarding workouts in order to achieve fitness. If there are irregularity in workouts they are of no use.

Choose correct exercises
It is very important that your exercise routine must include those trainings that enhances physical robustness. Try to give just 20 minutes for 2 days a week to your workouts. It helps in not only strengthening the body but also tightens muscles and enhances body shape.

Decide the goal according to your efficiency
Set those goals which are possible to obtain, do not expect best results it the beginning only. Gradually increase your targets so that your body becomes habitual to the changes.

Make plans according to your daily routines

If you don’t have time for gym it not a big deal, heavy machines are not at all important to have a good health. Make sure you do every exercise 10-12 times and in regularity.

Be happy
Happiness is the secrets of good health. Do your favourite exercises or any workout like dancing, swimming anything according to your preference.

Take enough sleep and nutritive meals
According to the doctors for the reformation of muscles it is very important to take enough sleep. Inappropriate sleep not only causes stress but also creates tiredness while exercising. In addition consume protein rich food as it helps in forming the muscles.

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« Reply #106 on: December 26, 2012, 12:51:41 PM »
Have a healthy Christmas

Its festivities all around  as Christmas and New Year are round the corner. It is of-coarse a period of relaxation from work and attending lots and lots of parties but make sure you choose the best for your health. Go for low cholesterol and almost fat free food. It may be tempting or attract you but just be determined about your fitness.



According to various health experts, people should carefully examine their food before eating on this Christmas. The British Heart Foundation says that people frequently eat the same of half a set of fat in saturated lards and more than 50 packets of crisps worth of salt during the celebratory period.

The researchers carried out a study concerning more than 2,000 public and found that a distinctive breakfast during Christmas comprises over 1,500 calories whereas a bacon sandwich with brown sauce may equivalent to half of an adult’s daily-advised limit of salt.



Above 80 percent of the contestants also confessed that they eat a full Christmas turkey in dinner, which may amount to an extra 660 calories, while some of them will be following it up with Christmas pudding, and 25 percent admitted that they would be consuming it with cream.

Celebrating Christmas does not mean you forget about your health as when there is family get-together and celebrations it is possible that you may consume much more than advised. Its not that you should not have enjoyment during the festivities but little care must be taken of your health and eating habits. As at the end of the day its all about your healthy heart and perfect waistline.

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« Reply #107 on: December 26, 2012, 12:55:58 PM »
Mental illness: causes and remedies

Most of the individuals today have some or the other kind of mental health problem in their lives. It is essential to take care of your emotional and mental health problems and take immediate steps if there is any doubt about any mental illness.



Most of us are more concerned about our physical health than our emotional health, but ignoring the mental issues deeply harms our thinking and understanding power.

There can be various mental and emotional health issues like phobias, stress, tension, sectioning, depression, insomnia, dementia etc that also affects physical health largely. These issues are very sensitive and must be handled with full care.

There are various ways from which a mental health issue can be controlled or handled, Such persons who are going through any of these problems need care and love so that they can be brought out of their world of sadness and depression.

Check out some easy remedies which can help in overcoming mental or emotional illness but if any mental health situation does not abate or if the symptoms of distress are obstructing with other phases of life, aid from a mental health expert should be taken.

Mental /emotional illness remedies



Try to stay happy
Try to be happy in every situation in life as happiness brings positivity with it. Try to accept changes in life and be optimistic as far as possible.

Manage your stress
It is very important to manage your stress levels. We feels stressed when we are unable to cope up with the changes in our lives, its a normal respond to challenging situations which should be tackled calmly and peacefully.

Meditation
It is one of the best best method to fight with mental illness. When our inner self is calm and composed we can handle any situation easily.

Anger management

Anger is a mixture of emotions and everybody feels themselves to be correct when they are angry which makes them more confused and emotionally weak. It is very important to keep your anger in control and respond peacefully to any situation so that your mind can take correct decisions in any sphere of life.

Time management
It becomes easy to manage your energy when you manage your time according to your priority. Always set reasonable goals for yourself, avoid rushing for things which are impossible to attain rather go for those things which you can earn at your best possible manner.

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« Reply #108 on: January 07, 2013, 02:15:54 PM »
Coffee good for health

Coffee from a very long time held responsible for many harms towards health like it stops body growth or it is the major cause of heart disease and cancer. Take a look what is indicated by the recent research in favor of coffee consumption.

There is a good news for coffee lovers as according to a latest research coffee is not that bad for health at it is considered since a long time. Most of the people have benefited from coffee consumption and claimed it to be beneficial or health.

Even the study found no relationship between coffee and increased threat of cancer or any heart disease. The truth is that that those who are chain smokers or are associated with zero physical activities tends to get negatively affected with high coffee consumptions.

However, there are very little risks connected with coffee like consumption of unfiltered coffee can result in mild changes in cholesterol levels. This study also revealed that coffee also contain various health benefits also like protection from liver cancer, type 2 diabetes and many more have a look below-

Health benefits of coffee



Long life span
It is found that drinking three or more cups of coffee a day is beneficial for long life span as those who consume coffee daily had 10 percent chances of living longer compared to those who do not consume coffee.

Increases memory power
According to the research it is discovered that those people who regularly consumes coffee had 65 percent less chances of having Alzheimer or memory loss problem in the later stages of life.

Reduces heart problems
Coffee is one of the heart healthy beverage which is very beneficial to protect various heart problems. It is found that moderate coffee drinkers had 20 percent less  risk of having heart problems compared to non coffee drinkers.

Medicine for depression
According to the study coffee is one of the best cure of depression problems as well. It is connected with low rate of depression both in men and women. Coffee lovers are at the lowest risk of having depression (that is 20 percent). The caffeine present in coffee controls mood during depression.

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« Reply #109 on: January 07, 2013, 02:18:27 PM »
Spirituality leads to mental illness

Now being spiritual will not solve all your health problems rather it increases the risk of mental illness among people according to a recent research. Spirituality comes with mental illness and it can even result in other mental disorders.



Researchers say that people those who are religious but not spiritual are the ones who are at less risk of struggling from mental illnesses. Mental illness usually results in irregular eating habits, nervousness, fear and obsession among those who claims to be spiritual.

In actual those who are spiritual are the ones who are at strict medication for mental illness according to the study. Researchers claims that those individuals who carry a spiritual perception towards life are going through worse mental heath compared to those who are not religious as well a spiritual.

The study was conducted on a review that included around 7500 people from England who were judged upon their viewpoints related to spirituality, religiousness and psychological conditions.

The results showed that around 35% people claims to be religious where as 19% said that they believe in spirituality but do not follow any particular religion, 46% denied of being religious or spiritual.



From this analysis, it was found that those who believe in spirituality possess 50% chances of suffering from nervousness problem and 70% were having increased risk of phobia. Other problems surrounding these people were heavy drugs consumption and psychological disorder.

Therefore it is suggested by the researchers that being spiritual can be risky as it is the matter of one’s health. The truth is that spirituality can give a deeper meaning of life but it can also mess up your mind.

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« Reply #110 on: January 19, 2013, 08:20:53 PM »
Mood fluctuation ; Causes & remedies

According to psychologists now a days there are increase in the number of cases related to mood fluctuations among women. The major causes are irregularity of hormones followed by unhealthy lifestyle.

Causes and remedies of mood fluctuations



The degree of  mood fluctuations are different in different women, but if any individual is going through intense mood swing problem it is very important to take proper medication in addition try to be positive and practical towards life. Try to control your emotions and increase self confidence.

Dominance of negative thinking
Due to the fast moving hectic life and busy schedule our mind is going through lot of stress, gradually negative thoughts starts harming day to day life and the person is unable to stop himself from negativity. Most of the people are unaware or are less concern about the impact their thinking has on their life. Ultimately this negativity affects mood and self confidence of a person. Try to stay positive and practical towards life.

Uncontrolled emotions
Women are usually very sensitive and most of the times they take things personally. This sensitivity damages your emotions very easily, it also results in various phobias or a fear to loose something. Gradually it affects your thinking and is surrounded by negativity. It is very important to have a good command upon emotions in order to take correct decisions.

Lack of self confidence

According to doctors those who lacks self confidence easily becomes the victims of inferiority. These kinds of people connect even small matters with their personality and self confidence. Due to this problem they do not succeed in most of the work which results in anxiety. Such people must increase their self confidence and reduces unnecessary stress.

Irregularity of hormones
Around the age of 40 in women there is a intense change of hormones. During this time lack of family support or other related issues results in depression problems. Similarly, some of the girls during their per-menstrual period becomes upset or irritated. Therefore special care should be taken at this period of life.

Absence of nutritive food
Those women who lacks proper nutrition or are unable to take care of their eating habits because of irregular routine are very much affected with mood swings. Lack of nutrients affects both mental and physical health. It is very important to take proper nutrition in order to escape mood fluctuations.

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« Reply #111 on: January 19, 2013, 08:29:02 PM »
Winter health benefits of honey

Honey is regarded as nectar in Ayurveda because of its various medicinal properties and numerous health benefits. It helps is keeping the body healthy, disease free and energetic if consumed regularly. Honey consumption is useful in all seasons but especially in winters, the use of honey is very beneficial.



Regular consumption of honey brings energy as well as power to the body. With the help of honey body remains healthy and beautiful with a perfect shape. Honey is one of the perfect ingredient which solves both the problem of reducing as well as increasing weight. The qualities present in sweet honey enables a quick recovery of a patient.
Honey is not only use to improve eyesight but it is also effective in curing cough problems, asthma, high blood pressure, blood purification as well as strengthening the heart.

Amazing health benefits of honey

Improves eyesight
Honey consumed with carrot juice helps in improving eyesight. This juice should be consumed an hour before breakfast. Because of the medicinal properties of honey, it is used for curing various diseases. Eye diseases like Glaucoma can be cure by regular intake of honey.

Cures constipation
Honey is also used for curing constipation problems, for this purpose all honey with tomato or orange juice and consume daily.

Reliefs toothache
Honey is also effective in curing cold soars, just add it with a glass of water and gargle daily. It also reduces toothache by applying cotton swabs dipped in honey on the affected area. For maintaining energy in the body mix a teaspoon of honey in lukewarm milk and consume regularly.

Beneficial for skin
Honey has amazing characteristics as it is used in many cosmetics for moisturizing skin tone.  It enhances the glow of the skin and keeps it soft and beautiful. It even protects the skin from tanning and fights skin cancer. It is also used in various suncream for protection against ultraviolet rays.

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« Reply #112 on: January 19, 2013, 08:47:15 PM »
Brain health ; diet and exercise tips

Brain health is one of the hottest health topic now a days. Increasing number of memory disorders or Alzheimer diseases are the major cause of deteriorating brain health. Check out some smart eating tips and brain exercises for healthy and sharp brain.

Healthy diet for sharp brain



Include omega 3 fatty acid in your diet, it is rich in fishes line tuna and salmon. Omega is also present in some dry nuts and oil.

One of the important nutrient for boosting memory is Choline which is present in fishes, egg, dry nuts and soybean. It helps in the creation of a chemical which helps in increasing memory power.

Vitamin A and C plays an important role in the development of brain. Including vitamin B in your daily diet will help in increasing IQ level.

Pyroglutamate is one of the essential amino acid which not only increases memory but also enhances concentration power. It is found in dairy products, fishes, fruits and green vegetables.

 Green vegetables are rich in chemicals which helps in getting rid of stress or depression problems.

Another chemical essential for brain development is Glutamine, it is a type of amino acid which helps in the proper brain functioning. Apart from this it provides energy to mind as well as body.

You must have heard that for a healthy body it is very important to consume maximum quantity of water in the same way for brain health water is equally important for proper functioning. Try to drink at-least 8 glasses of water per day.

Exercise important for brain

Exercise is not only important for body but for brain also. It increases your heart beats with in turn enables blood to circulate properly in the body. In this way brain gets the proper energy and oxygen which is important for good memory power. It is very important to keep three things in mind in order to keep your brain healthy and fit. Take correct diet, take proper rest and do regular exercises. As healthy body is a sign of sharp brain. Here are some of the tips which can help in enhancing brain power take a look-



1.Crossword puzzle, this will help in boosting your memory power. Playing memory games or puzzles can be a good source of brain enhancement.

2.Number puzzle, you can find them on various websites, newspapers or magazines. In not only increases memory but reasoning skills to.

3.Try to learn something new, new and interesting thinks increases concentration.

4.Vocabulary, try to learn a new word every day to make your vocabulary strong. Test your memory daily by revising these words.

5.Speed dial, try to remember important telephone numbers to increase your memory.

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« Reply #113 on: January 19, 2013, 08:57:01 PM »
Essential diet for cancer patients

Cancer is a disease that affects the general health of a person. Not only this, cancer treatment negatively affects the patient’s diet. For a effective caner treatment it is very important to take a healthy diet with full precautions.



Cancer in many ways affects the patient’s diet. It reduces appetite as a result the amount of food items and essential nutrients, such as carbohydrates, proteins, fats and mineral salts etc get reduced in the body.

Usually the diet get reduced because this disease affects various organs of digestive system like stomach, small or large intestine, liver, gall bladder or pancreas. With the result the patient gets tired very soon because of weakness and the physical working capacity decreases.

Essential diet for cancer patients

Protein
It is very important for gaining energy for muscle development and function. In addition, protein helps in healing wounds, fight diseases and blood clotting. Good sources of protein are egg, meat, lentils, peas, beans and nuts.

Vitamin and minerals
The lack of vitamins and minerals is a common problem in cancer patient as the supply of these two elements is less than the demand. Better nutrition, vitamin and mineral supplements are essential for proper diet. These can be taken with the consultation of a doctor.

Fluid
A cancer patient must drink plenty of water daily. By consuming proper amount of fluid urine is exerted which removes toxins from the body. It is also important as the diet taken is easier to digest. Fried, grilled or very spicy food should be avoided.



For Chemotherapy patients

Chemotherapy for cancer patients is a common treatment, which lasts for 4-6 months. Mainly these patients do not feel any taste in the food this problem can be solved by changing the aroma or giving alternative meals.

Chemotherapy can decrease the number of white blood cells within the body which increases the risk of infections. The cancer patient should take a healthy diet and should avoid outside food.

Fresh cooked food at home is best where as raw, stale and stored food is like poison for a cancer patient as they are more vulnerable to infection.

At this stage of treatment, fresh fruit juices should also be avoided and fruits and vegetables must be washed thoroughly. Try to consume boiled milk.

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« Reply #114 on: January 19, 2013, 09:19:32 PM »
AloeVera cures kidney failure

The hidden medicinal properties of plants are giving various health benefits to human life from thousands of years. Today also, the medical world is standing in the shelter of Ayurveda by preferring natural medicines over English drugs.



In the resent research done by a medical college it has been found that Aloe-Vera is highly beneficial in kidney diseases. Aloe-Vera is considered as a boon for health in a textbook of Ayurveda known as “Charaka Samhita” but it lacks the confirmation because of scientific research.

When a research was conducted on mice, it was found that intake of Aloe-Vera for a month completely cured their kidney.

Classifying the rats in two groups first consisted of healthy mice and the other group of mice who were kidney patients. Healthy mice were given continuous dose of Aloe-Vera after which they never got the infection of kidney diseases.

The other group of mice dealing with kidney failure provided Aloe-Vera supplements for a month fully recovered from the disease. In addition, the Aloe-Vera supplement has also increased the working capacity of the liver.

Now get rid of expensive kidney dialysis
The growing number of kidney patients is a difficult challenge for medical science. Allopathic kidney dialysis is not only expensive for patients but is also carries the threat of side effects. For the convenience of patients and with the wondrous signs of improvement form Aloe Vera in kidney diseases the research department will start the second phase of trial. Aloe Vera consumption definitely promises a healthy future for humans.

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« Reply #115 on: January 19, 2013, 09:47:07 PM »
Anxiety disorder in women, its causes and treatment

Everybody feels anxiety at one time or the other in their life.It is very normal and obvious to be nervous during certain situations such as-while giving interviews, presentations in front of large audience,blind date, a difficult exam or while conversing with the unknown or high authority person.According to the published report 25 percent of the adults in America feels intensive anxiety from time to time in their life.



Life has become more stressful then it was many years ago.Now a days men and women both suffers from anxiety disorders in their life.Anxiety disorders affects women more as compared to men because they have to create a balance both between home and work simultaneously.Worry and stress about little things which are not properly solved takes form of anxiety disorder in women.

Common symptoms of anxiety disorder includes-

Indigestion
Abdominal pain
Headache and dizziness
Increase in blood pressure and heartbeat
Shortness of breath and fatigue
Increase perspiration and shivering
Sleepless night or insomnia

There are some psychological symptoms too which can cause anxiety disorder in women such as development of negative feelings,detachment from relations and oneself, intense aggressive,irritation,difficulty in concentrating on one thing, continuous worry and stress.

Causes of anxiety disorders:

Anxiety disorder is generated from mental condition, physical condition or combination of both.Few things which are responsible for anxiety disorder in women are- asthma attack, drug intoxication, anemia or various heart conditions.

While handling the professional and personal life any women might find different difficulties which can cause stress and can make them anxious at times.Hormonal imbalance or hormonal change can cause anxiety disorder in women.Hormonal changes may be due to any reason such as menopause, child birth,or menses.

Excessive intake of beverages like tea and coffee also causes anxiety shoot up.Alcohol and regular use of certain drugs  may cause anxiety disorder in women.

A compound called serotonin is released by the brain which regulates the emotions and mood of the person.It helps person to be calm and relaxed .But at times when serotonin is not released in appropriate amount it causes chemical imbalance in the body and the person feels anxiety automatically.



Treatment for anxiety disorder in women:

In certain situations anxiety disorder can be self treated successfully if the person really wants to get out of it.There are anxiety attacks which are of short duration which goes off by itself after some time.Such as if you are preparing yourself for any public performance, job interview or final exam.You can try following actions to make yourself relaxed and calm:

Meditate for sometime, relax your mind.
Watch TV or any of your favorite movie
Talk and discuss to any supportive person.
Take a warm bath.
Deep breath exercise.

Certain herbs such as kava kava, lemon balm,valerian and passion flower are very helpful in reducing the anxiety as it calms the nerves and cure insomnia as well. Pranayam and breathing exercises provide relief to mind and body.

If you find that symptoms are not coming under your control and getting worse then you must consult your doctor or undergo Cognitive Behavioral therapy which helps in identifying the real cause behind your anxiety and psychotherapist then can suggest you with remedies which help you overcome your feelings.

You should also maintain a positive attitude towards life, eat well balanced diet and exercise regularly to keep your body and mind fit and relaxed all the time.

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« Reply #116 on: January 19, 2013, 09:57:59 PM »
Pregnancy diet ; food that should be avoided

It is very important to take proper diet during pregnancy. Right diet is not only good for mother but also beneficial for the mental and physical development of infants since pregnancy period.



It is more important to know what not to eat in pregnancy rather than what to eat. Check out which vegetables and fruits should be avoided in pregnancy.

Fruits and vegetables not to eat during pregnancy

Papaya
Avoid eating papaya during pregnancy. Consuming papaya increases the chance of early delivery. It is suggested to eat ripe papaya during the third and final stage of pregnancy. Ripe papaya is rich in vitamin C and other nutrients, which helps in preventing constipation during pregnancy. If you wish to consume papaya then mix it with honey and milk.

Pineapple
Consuming pineapple during pregnancy can be harmful to women’s health. Bromelin is abundantly found in pineapple that can cause softening of cervix that can result in early deliveries. However, pineapple juice can be taken in small amounts to cure diarrhea. Do not take pineapple during the first quarter to avoid any kind of hysterectomy during pregnancy.

Grapes
Doctors refuse to eat grapes during the last trimester of pregnancy. Continuously consuming grapes leads to premature delivery so try to avoid grapefruit during pregnancy.

Vegetables

It is very important advice for pregnant women not to eat any non-pasteurized or raw vegetable and fruits. Try to eat only those vegetables that are well washed and cleaned. Clean and washed food items prevent you from any infection during pregnancy.

Fruits and vegetables are considered an integral part of pregnancy diet. So eat healthy and keep few things in mind to prevent from pregnancy problems.

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« Reply #117 on: January 19, 2013, 10:02:48 PM »
Fitness mistakes and solutions

Now a days people are very much aware about fitness but due to the lack of complete information they often do some mistakes which makes it impossible to achieve the fitness plan.



If you are not feeling perfectly fit even after regular exercising then you need to check your lifestyle, there can be some wrong habits which  are blocking your way to perfect fitness.

Fitness blunders & solutions

Improper sleep
According to a study it has been found that an individual must take 7-8 hours sleep on an average. Taking just 4-5 hours sleep is the reason for occasional naps that occurs during the whole day and this makes you tired at the time of your workout. If your are not getting enough sleep then metabolism process in the body slows down and it become difficult to loose weight in spite of regular workouts.

Avoiding dinner
Some people tend to escape dinner with the fear of gaining weight. This habit is detrimental for health. Body needs sufficient energy to exercise in the morning, but an empty stomach causes certain problems like acidity or stomach pain during jogging exercises.

Workout with T.V
Walking on the treadmill or lifting weights while you watch TV it not at all good for your health. It might hurt you or can grab all your attention on the TV rather than on workouts. It often loosen the grip of the treadmill handle and the body is not at all benefited from this type of techniques.



Avoiding warm ups
In order to save time some people escape warm-ups and straight away starts workouts. It is very harmful to health. Avoiding warm up can cause muscle pain and other harms to the body.

Footwear
Some people wear basket ball shoes during treadmill exercises and walking shoes during aerobics. This not only causes foot pain but also negatively affects knee and back.

Boring fitness plan
If you do not diversify your fitness plan and do not make it interesting then your mind will get bored of it and in few days you will give up your hope. Try to keep on changing your workout schedules as well as exercises. You can alternatively change your exercises to jogging, aerobics and cardiovascular exercises including skipping.

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« Reply #118 on: January 19, 2013, 10:09:28 PM »
Beetroot and its advantages to health

Beetroot is very beneficial for health. It is rich in carbohydrates, protein and fat in fewer amounts. Its vegetable juice is considered good for health and is the best source of natural sugar. It consist of sodium, potassium, phosphorus, calcium, sulfur, chlorine, iodine, iron, vitamin B1, B2 and C. It is almost calorie free and beetroot juice is beneficial in the treatment of many diseases.

Healthy beetroot soups



Anemia
Beetroot juice is useful in process of making blood in human body. Because of its rich iron content it helps in building red blood cells in the body. It is especially beneficial in the treatment of anemia. Beetroot consumption increases the disease resistance strength of the body.

Digestion
Beetroot is beneficial in the treatment of jaundice, hepatitis, nausea and vomiting. Beetroot juice mixed with a teaspoon of lemon juice can be given as a liquid food during these diseases. For the treatment of gastric or ulcer related problems, a glass of beetroot juice mixed with a teaspoon of honey can be consumed in the morning before breakfast.

Constipation and hemorrhoids
Constipation can be avoided by regular consumption of beetroot. It is also beneficial for patients with hemorrhoids. For curing these health problems intakes of beetroot juice at night before bedtime is
useful as a medicine.

Useful for many other diseases
Beetroot juice is a best medium to store inorganic calcium. In this way it is very beneficial for controlling high blood pressure and heart diseases. Beetroot juice mixed with carrot or cucumber juice is useful in curing kidney and gall bladder disorders.

Beneficial to skin
Drain white beetroot in boiled water. This water is very helpful to get rid of pimples, acne or boils. It is also used to keep the skin free from measles and fever marks.

Dandruff
Add little amount of vinegar in beetroot juice and apply on head or you can also do a head massage by soaking a piece of ginger in water mixed with beet root juice. Take a hair wash next morning.

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« Reply #119 on: January 19, 2013, 10:15:36 PM »
Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids

Omega-3 fatty acids are always recommended by the doctors for a healthy life.Omega- 3 fatty acids are considered to be very important source of polyunsaturated acids which improves the heart health, cure diabetes-type 2, maintain the blood pressure, lowers the cholesterol level, prevents blood clotting, and reduces the joint pain and stiffness.



Omega 3 fatty acids are very effective when obtained from food instead of taken as omega-3 supplements.There are fats such as dietary fats which can let you gain weight and creates a lot of health issues for you but omega 3 fatty acids are the type of fats which maintains the normal functioning of your body as well as nourish and replenish your body time to time .

Foods rich in fatty acids are:

1) Flax seeds-
Flax seeds are very good source of omega- 3 fatty acids  which help fighting the cholesterol and heart diseases.Flax seeds as well as flax seeds oil helps in converting the ALA(Alpha Linolenic Acid) to EPA and DHA. 2 tablespoon of flax seeds should be taken daily.

2)Fish oil-
Fish oil can be obtained from variety sources.Fish oil is available in liquid form as well as in capsule form.One capsule of fish oil is sufficient in a day, also try to store the fish oil supplements in air -tight container to retain it for long time and preventing from damage.

3)Walnuts-
Walnuts are very tasty to eat and at the same time  rich in omega 3 fatty acids. Walnuts provide other benefits too to the body in form of   protein , iron and fiber.Handful of walnuts are sufficient for a day to maintain the cholesterol of your body at a healthy level.

4)Eggs-
Boiled egg a day during morning  is very nutritious for the health.People who have cholesterol level problem should consult their doctor before including egg in their diet.



5)Spinach-
Spinach has high content of omega 3 fatty acids.One cup of boiled spinach is sufficient for a day.Spinach is rich source of iron and contains very less or no calories.

6)Cauliflower-
Cauliflower contains lots of omega 3 fatty acids and is also rich in niacin, potassium and magnesium.All these supplements are very beneficial for healthy heart.

7)Soybeans-
Soy product such as soy beans and soy milk helps improving heart health and maintains the cholesterol level. One cup of soy milk is sufficient to provide the necessary amount of omega 3 fatty acids to the body.