Thursday, 19 March 2015

Health Benefits Of Carrots

March 19, 2015 0 Comments
Carrots belong to the umbelliferae family,others in that family include fennel, caraway, parsley and dill. Carrots can be found in a host of colors like white, yellow, red, purple and the most common orange. The nutrients in carrots may provide protection against heart disease, and cancer and also help you build strong bones and healthy nervous system.

Carrot are among the popular root vegetables, notably rich in heart benefiting compounds like beta-carotene, minerals,antioxidants,and falcarinol, a component that may stimulate cancer fighting mechanisms. Consuming carrots has been associated with a lower risk of heart attacks in women.Carrots is rich in beta-carotene which is converted into vitamin A and transformed in the retina to rhodopsin, a purple pigment necessary for night vision.

Carrots promotes healthier skin. it helps protect you from skin,lung,and oral cavity cancer.

Health Benefits of Carrots

  • Carrots can reduce the risk of lung cancer, breast cancer, and colon cancer
  • The beta-carotene acts as an antioxidants to cell damage done to the body through regular metabolism, this helps slows done the aging of cells.
  • The vitamin A and antioxidants in carrots helps protects the skin from sun damage
  • Carrots are known to prevent infection and boost immunity level
  • The fiber in carrots help clean out the colon and aid waste movement
  • Carrots helps clean the teeth and mouth . it stimulates the gums and trigger a lot of saliva which balance out the acid forming, cavity-forming bacteria.The minerals in carrots prevent tooth damage.
  • Studies have shown that people who eat more than six carrots a week, are less likely to suffer a stroke than those who ate only one carrot a month or less.
  • The antioxidants and phytochemical in carrots, can help with blood sugar regulation
  • Carrots contain high level of soluble fiber largely from pectin, which helps in lowering the cholesterol level
  • Regular eating of Carrots helps improve memory
  • Eating one carrot  per day reduce the risk of Stroke by 68%.

Cooking Carrots may help to boost their antioxidants levels and overall nutritional value.
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Friday, 13 March 2015

Health Benefits Of Lettuce

March 13, 2015 0 Comments

Lettuce (Lactuca Sativa) belong to the daisy family Asteraceae. it's a crispy and leafy green vegetables that is filled with lots of essential nutrients that is beneficial to your health. Lettuce is one of the very low calorie and zero fat green vegetables, but they are full of many phyto-nutrients that have health promoting,  and disease preventing properties.

Lettuce is also known as the perfect weight loss food because it fills you up easily and help promote weight loss. Lettuce is an excellent source of vitamin A and beta carotene, vitamin K, folates,calcium,iron,magnesium,and vitamin C,potassium. it is also rich in B-complex group of vitamins like thiamin,Vitamin B-6 and riboflavin.

Health Benefits

  • Lettuce contain chlorophyll and iron which is essential for the synthesis of hemoglobin in the red blood cell.
  • Lettuce contains unique nutrition that have sedative and pain killing properties, this make it an effective juice for sleep, anxiety, and nervous disorders.
  • Lettuce is a whole food eaten raw,providing you with many micronutrients not found in cooked or processed food.
  • Minerals in lettuce helps in removing toxins and keep your alkaline balance in order
  • Lettuce contain fiber which helps fill you up and improve your digestive system
  • Lettuce helps with insomnia. it contain Lactucarium which have relaxing and sleep inducing properties. Simply eat a few leaves or drink some lettuce juice to derive this benefits.
  • Lettuce contain vitamin C and beta-carotene which prevent oxidation of Cholesterol, this prevent plaque build up which can lead to heart attack.
  • Taking Lettuce Salad regularly is known to prevent Osteoporosis,anemia, cancer and Cardiovascular diseases,and iron-deficiency.
  • Lettuce juice contain anti-cough agents which helps relieve irritable cough and symptoms of Asthma and Bronchitis.
  • Lettuce juice is an excellent source of hydration .They are refreshing,thirst quenching, and help rehydrates the cells  and releasing toxins and harmful fats from your body.
Add Lettuce salad to your daily menu for maximum health Benefit.
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Saturday, 7 March 2015

Health Benefits Of Yogurt

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Yogurt is creamy,tasty,and full of health benefits.it is a cultured milk products made by adding good bacteria called probiotics to the milk. This are live cultures, which helps the digestive system. They help keep the balance between the good and bad bacteria, necessary for healthy digestive system.it is nutrients rich and an excellent source of vitamins and minerals like,riboflavin,phosphorus,vitamin B5, vitamin B12,Potassium, and iodine.

Yogurt is a calcium rich food ,which makes it very good for your Bones and it is also a good source of high quality protein. Yogurt contains lower amount of lactose than milk,this is because the lactose in the milk used to make yogurt,is converted to lactic acid by the bacteria cultures, so people who are moderately lactose intolerant can enjoy yogurt.

Studies has shown a line between diary intake and risk of high blood pressure. A 50% reduction in the risk of developing high blood pressure, has been observed among people eating 2-3 servings of low-fat dairy daily, compared with those without any intake.

Health Benefits Of Yogurt:

  • Yogurt helps with Colon health,reducing the risk of Colon Cancer
  • it boost your immunity level
  • it aids healing after intestinal infections
  • Help prevent Osteoporosis
  • Reduce the risk of high blood pressure
  • Yogurt with Active cultures may discourage vaginal infections
  • Helps you feel full,so helps with weight loss
  • Yogurt contain good bacteria which is good for digestion 
  • It is a rich source of calcium
  • Excellent source of protein
Add yogurt to your daily meal intake for optimal health benefits.
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Tuesday, 3 March 2015

Herbs and Spices: Health Benefits

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Herbs and Spices not only add taste and flavors to foods, but are full of loads of nutrients and health benefits. They are filled with loads of disease fighting antioxidants, that helps the body fight against some deadly and life threatening diseases like diabetes, cancer and heart disease.


  • Anise: Anise is a sweet and aromatic seed, which can be use to calm upset stomach, suppress cough and running nose, boost appetite. Anise is a good source of calcium and fiber.

  • Basil: Basil has strong antioxidants and anti inflammatory properties, and it can also help cardiovascular health. it can also help with respiratory infection,asthma, and diabetes. its also shown to lower blood sugar level and cholesterol level.it is a rich source of magnesium.

  • Ginger: Ginger contain  Gingerols which helps the body fight some cancer and also reduce arthritis pain. it is also used to help with menstrual cramps, sore muscle,upper respiratory tract infections. Ginger can also help with morning sickness, gas and diarrhea and it can be use to relieve upset stomach, and colds. it also destroy cancer cell and disrupt the metabolism of tumor cells.

  • Turmeric: Turmeric is one of the main ingredients use in indian cuisine , its one of the main ingredients in curry powder. Curcumin the most active ingredients in turmeric helps reduce inflammation and ease the pain of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

  • Sage: Sage is use for  gastrointestinal health and can also be use to treat depression,Alzheimer disease and memory loss. women use it to reduce menstrual pain and hot flashes during menopause. it can also be use to heal cold sores and gingivitis.

  • Cinnamon: Cinnamon is a sweet scent high power substance, that is full of health benefits. it is used in treating muscle spams, relieving vomiting, helps to lower blood sugar level,lower the risk of heart disease. Cinnamon antimicrobial substance has been shown to fight against strains of  E-coli  and candida yeast.

  • Rosemary: Rosemary is a fragrant evergreen herbs and it is full of fiber,calcium ,iron and vitamin B6. it helps to ease digestion and increase circulation. Rosemary was traditionally use for relieving muscle pain, improve memory, and boost the immune system.

  • Thyme: Thyme is a popular herbs from the mint family. it is primarily use for cooking but also full of health benefits.it has been use for a long time as medicine, for chest and respiratory related illness like cough,bronchitis, and chest congestion.Thyme is pack with Vitamin C, and it is also a good source of Vitamin A. Thyme  helps in boosting  your immunity, and helps in getting rid of common cold.

  • Coriander seeds: Coriander helps lower blood sugar level, lower cholesterol and get rid of free radicals in your body. it is also a good source of dietary fiber, regular in take of coriander helps your body fight against  food and water borne diseases like diarrhea, cholera, typhoid and food poisoning.
     So why don't you add Herbs and Spices to your daily meals and reap the reward of good health.
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Oatmeal for Breakfast

March 03, 2015 0 Comments
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and what a better way to start the day than with a bowl of hot steaming oatmeal. This is not one of the favorite meal for kids but its pack with loads of nutrients. Oatmeal helps to:

  • Lower cholesterol level
  • Reduce risk of high blood pressure
  • Boost  the immune system
  • Prevent weight gain
  • Reduce the risk of Type 2 Diabetes
  • Stabilize blood sugar
To make oatmeal healthy,delicious and inviting for kids and adult alike, you can add nuts, fresh fruits like banana,strawberries apples to it. You can also use brown sugar or honey instead of white sugar and also you can add spices to it.

                                    Easy Oatmeal Recipe

     Cook time: 5 minutes                        Total time: 5 minutes


ingredients:
2 cup water
1 cup quick cooking oat
1 tablespoon Honey
1 Banana or any fresh fruits(diced)
Salt to taste

Method:
  • in a pot over medium heat,put 2 cups of water, 1 cup of quick cooking oat and a pinch of salt.
  • Stir it frequently and bring it to a simmer
  • After the oat thickens add any flavours of your choice(sugar,honey)
  • Remove from heat after the oats have reach your desired texture
  • Allow to cool a little and add your toppings(fruits, nuts)
  • Serve warm
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