Friday 16 November 2012

FOODS THAT HELPS IN REDUCING FAT


The biggest concern in the people's all around the is to stay fit but the present working ability n the works are such that no one have the time to burn out their calories n hence they grow up extra fat. Therefore if we all concern on a certain diet we may have been able to burnout our fat  n be lead to a healthy life.

                                                            I hereby suggest you all some particular food for such reason.


Turmeric : Curcumin, the active component of turmeric, is an object of research owing to its properties that suggest they may help to turn off certain genes that cause scarring and enlargement of the heart. Regular intake may help reduce low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or bad cholesterol and high blood pressure, increase blood circulation and prevent blood clotting, helping to prevent heart attack.
Cardamom : This is a thermogenic herb that increases metabolism and helps burn body fat. Cardamom is considered one of the best digestive aids and is believed to soothe the digestive system and help the body process other foods more efficiently.
Chillies : Foods containing chillies are said to be as foods that burn fat. Chillies contain capsaicin that helps in increasing the metabolism. Capsaicin is a thermogenic food, so it causes the body to burn calories for 20 minutes after you eat the chillies.
Curry leaves : Incorporating curry leaves into your daily diet can help you lose weight. These leaves flush out fat and toxins, reducing fat deposits that are stored in the body, as well as reducing bad cholesterol levels. If you are overweight, incorporate eight to 10 curry leaves into your diet daily. Chop them finely and mix them into a drink, or sprinkle them over a meal.
Garlic : An effective fat-burning food, garlic contains the sulphur compound allicin which has anti-bacterial effects and helps reduce cholesterol and unhealthy fats.
Mustard oil : This has low saturated fat compared to other cooking oils. It has fatty acid, oleic acid, erucic acid and linoleic acid. It contains antioxidants, essential vitamins and reduces cholesterol, which is good for the heart.
Cabbage : Raw or cooked cabbage inhibits the conversion of sugar and other carbohydrates into fat. Hence, it is of great value in weight reduction.
Moong dal : The bean sprouts are rich in Vitamin A, B, C and E and many minerals, such as calcium, iron and potassium. It is recommended as a food replacement in many slimming programmes, as it has a very low fat content. It is a rich source of protein and fibre, which helps lower blood cholesterol level. The high fibre content yields complex carbohydrates, which aid digestion, are effective in stabilising blood sugar and prevent its rapid rise after meal consumption.
Honey : It is a home remedy for obesity. It mobilises the extra fat deposits in the body allowing it to be utilised as energy for normal functions. One should start with about 10 grams or a tablespoon, taken with hot water early in the morning.
Buttermilk : It is the somewhat sour, residual fluid that is left after butter is churned. The probiotic food contains just 2.2 grams of fat and about 99 calories, as compared to whole milk that contains 8.9 grams fat and 157 calories. Regular intake provides the body with all essential nutrients and does not add fats and calories to the body. It is thus helpful in weight loss.

Friday 15 June 2012

salubrious: ‎7 Dangerous acts after ameal.1. Don’t smoke ...

salubrious:
‎7 Dangerous acts after a
meal.


1. Don’t smoke ...
: ‎7 Dangerous acts after a meal. 1 . Don’t smoke :: Experiments from experts proves that smoking a cigarette after meal is comparable ...

‎7 Dangerous acts after a
meal.



1. Don’t smoke :: Experiments from
experts proves that smoking a
cigarette after meal is comparable to
smoking 10 cigarettes (chances of
cancer is higher)

2.
Don’t eat fruits immediately ::
Immediately eating fruits after meals
will cause stomach to be bloated with
air. Thre fore take fruits 1 -2 hours
after meal or 1 hour before meal.

3.
Don’t drink tea :: Because tea leaves
contain a high content of acid. This
substance will cause the protein
content in the food we consume to
be hundred thus difficult to digest.

4.
Don’t loosen your belt :: Loosening
the belt after meal will easily cause
the intestine to be twisted and
blocked.

5.
Don’t bathe :: Bathing after meal
will cause the increase of blood flow
to the hands, legs and body thus the
amount of blood around the stomach
will therefore decrease, this will
weaken the digestive system in our
stomach.

6.
Don’t walk about :: People always
say that after a meal walk a hundred
steps and you will live till 99. In
actual fact this is not true. Walking
will cause the digestive system to be
unable to absorb the nutrition from
the food we intake.

7.
Don’t sleep immediately :: The food
we intake will not be to digest
properly. Thus will lead to gastric and
infection in our intestine.

Tuesday 22 May 2012

‎10 HEALTH BENEFITS OF GINGER





1.OVARIAN CANCER TREATMENT

                                        Ginger may be powerful weapon in the treatment of ovarian cancer. A study conducted at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center found that ginger powder induces cell death in all ovarian cancer cells to which it was applied.

2.COLON CANCER PREVENTION
                                
                                               A study at the University of Minnesota found that ginger may slow the growth of colorectal cancer cells.

3.MORNING SICKNESS
          
                                            A review of several studies has concluded that ginger is just as effective as vitamin B6in the treatment of morning sickness.
4.MOTION SICKNESS REMEDY
 
                                           Ginger has been shown to be an effective remedy for the nausea associated with motion sickness.

5.REDUCES PAIN AND INFLAMMATION
                                           
                                           One study showed that ginger has anti-inflammato ry properties and is a powerful natural painkiller.

6.HEARTBURN RELIEF
                                         
                                         Ginger has long been used as a natural heartburn remedy. It is most often taken in the form of tea for this purpose.

7.COLD AND FLU PREVENTION AND TREATMENT
                                          
                                               Ginger has long been used as a naturaltreatmen t for colds and the flu. Manypeople also find ginger to be helpful in thecase of stomach flus or food poisoning, which is not surprising given the positive effects ginger has upon the digestive tract.

8.MIGRAINE RELIEF

                                               Research has shown that ginger may provide migraine relief due to its ability to stop prostaglandins from causing pain and inflammation in blood vessels.

9.MENSTRUAL CRAMP RELIEF

                                                In Chinese medicine, ginger tea with brown sugar is used in the treatment of menstrual cramps.

10.PREVENTION OF DIABETIC NEPHROPATHY

                                   A study done on diabetic rats found that those rats given ginger had a reduced incidence of diabetic nephropathy (kidney damage) 

  

Sunday 20 May 2012

BRAIN DAMAGING HABITS



10 little habits that destruct your brain



It’s good if you re-examine the little habits that you think is simple but have negative impact on your brain, those habits are:
1. Do Not Want Breakfast

Many people underestimate the breakfast. And do not consume anything in the morning and caused the decline in blood sugar levels. This resulted in a lack of input of nutrients to the brain which finally ended in the decline of the brain. The best breakfast in the morning is not a heavy foods such as special burger, but a glass of water and a glass of fresh fruit juice is enough. Compact and useful for the body!

2. Most Eat

Too much to eat harden the blood vessel of the brain that usually leads to the decline of mental powers. So eat a normal portion. Familiarize yourself with how to help stop eating before you’re stuffed.
3. Smoking
If the cigarette has a lot of bad effects, everyone would already know. And there’s one more bad effects of cigarettes that were uncovered here. Smoking was very frightening effect on the brain! Imagine, the human brain can gradually shrink and eventually loses its functions as diligent suck it smoky. No doubt the old time when even young ones, we are prone to Alzheimer (Alzheimer is a dementia disease).
4. Consuming Too Much Sugar
Too much sugar intake will prevent the absorption of protein and nutrients that makes the body get malnutrition and disrupted brain development. Therefore, reduce the consumption of your favorite sweets.

5. Air Pollution


The brain is part of the body absorbs the most air. Too long in the environment by polluting the air makes the brain works inefficiently.
6. Sleep Deprivation

Sleep gives the brain a chance to rest. Often neglect to sleep makes the brain cells to die from exhaustion. But do not get too much sleep because it can make you become lazy and slow. Should sleep 6-8 hours a day for healthy and fit.
7. Covering one’s head during sleep

Sleeping with the head covered is a bad habit that is very dangerous because the carbon dioxide produced during sleep makes the brain concentrated with pollutant. Do not be surprised if over time the brain becomes damaged.
8. Thinking Too Hard When sick
Working hard or studying when the body condition is not fit also makes the ineffectiveness of the brain. Already know You are not healthy, you should rest and not impose your brain.
9. Lack of Brain Stimulation

Thinking is the best way to train the brain works. Less thought would make the brain shrink and ultimately does not work optimally. Diligent reading, listening to music and playing (chess, Scrabble, etc.) will make your brain used to think actively and creatively.
10. Rarely Talk

Intellectual conversations usually take a good effect on the brain. So do not be too proud to be quiet. Quality Chat is very good for your health.

Wednesday 25 April 2012

KNOW ABOT UR DARK CIRCLE AROUND EYE


There are a number of factors that could lead to the causes of dark circles under eyes. Some of the very common causes are fatigue, lack of sleep, some deficiency, aging etc. It is also recommended that creams should not be left on the skin for longer period as it could lead to the formation of theseblemishes. There are many other factors apart from the mentioned above that could lead to the development of these unwanted marks.
Following are some of the factors:

1. Heredity: Dark circles are also an inherited trait. The risk of getting these blemishes under the eyes is higher if other members of your family have it. The skin under the eyes is very thin so when blood passes through it, a bluish tint is produced. Depending on the transparency of the skin, the appearance of the circle varies.
2. Allergiesasthma and eczema: Itchiness around the eyes and constant rubbing, scratching of the eyes can also greatly contribute to dark circles. Those suffering from hay fever will, in particular, notice blotch around the eyes when the allergy season is in its peak. Food allergies can also result to the darkening of the areas around the eye.
3. Medications: Certain medications, especially those that widen the blood vessels, can also aggravate the dark circles under eyes. Since the skin under the eye is very delicate, the increase of blood flow around the eyes will appear through the skin thereby darkening the skin.
4. Pregnancy and menstruation: Women usually become pale during pregnancy and menstruation which makes the veins visible through the skin. And this makes the area around the eyes appear darker.
5. Nutrition: Lack of proper diet is another major cause of dark circles under eyes.
6. Exposure to the sun: Exposure to sunlight especially during the summer seasons increases skin pigmentation around the eyes.

Saturday 7 April 2012


April 7th of Every Year is celebrated as World Health Day :)

It's World Health Day - stay fit, stay healthy :)

Tips to be healthy


1. Drink lots of water. Take a 1.5-litre (50oz) bottle of water to work with you, and try to finish it all by home time.

2. Eat five portions of fruit and vegetables every day. If you find this difficult, then remember that smoothies, juices and dried fruit all go toward your five-a-day quota.

3. Never skip breakfast, as it’s the most important meal of the day! Opt for something that will release energy slowly — porridge and a handful of blueberries are a great option!

4. Plan your meals for the week ahead. Write a shopping list and stick to it — and never shop when you're hungry, as this is a fatal error that inevitably leads you to stuffing your shopping trolley full of junk!

5. Keep a supply of healthy snacks to hand. Snacks can include fresh and dried fruit, wholesome cereal bars, rice cakes, low-fat fruit yoghurts and wholemeal pitta and hummus.

6. Remove all visible fat from food before you cook it. Take the skin off chicken and trim the white fat off any meat. Also, try to avoid eating too many sausages (the fat's not visible from the outside, but it's certainly there!).

7. Limit your intake of stimulants such as caffeine, alcohol and refined sugar.

8. Limit the number of times you eat out to once a week. Take your own packed lunch to work or choose (non-creamy) soup in the canteen.

9. Eat properly. Don't cut out food groups — such as carbohydrates — altogether in a bid to lose weight quickly. Your body needs balance, so make sure you eat properly. And don't do denial — you'll only end up cracking!

10. Only eat things you like the taste of. Find what works for you, and don't force yourself to eat things just because they're good for you.

Friday 6 April 2012

Carbonated Drinks " Slow poison"

The summer begins means the heat is on .................... and we feel thirsty n demand " thandha (cold)" and then we all say get the cold drink........ Do u know how harmful is this? Just read it out





Carbonated soft drinks are the single biggest source of calories in the American n most of country including Indian (the fastest growing market) diet, providing about 7 percent of calories; adding in noncarbonated drinks brings the figure to 9 percent. Teenagers get 13 percent of their calories from carbonated and noncarbonated soft drinks.
While many different categories make up the American beverage product picture, carbonated soft drinks (CSDs) paint the broadest strokes. As the “granddaddy of them all,” carbonated soft drinks (CSD)s occupy a unique place in the hearts, minds and palates of the American consumer.
Still and carbonated soft drinks will also contain trace elements of minerals from their main ingredient, water, and other ingredients e.g. juices. Some are also fortified with vitamins, details of which will appear on the label.
History of Carbonated Soft Drinks
Soft drinks have been an anchor in American culture since the beginning of the twentieth century, but the roots of these beverages extend much further back in time.
The first carbonated soft drinks, which were named as such in order to clearly differentiate them from hard, alcoholic beverages, and the technology to make them were imported from the Europeans, who had discovered how to force carbon dioxide gas into water back in the sixteenth century.
The original bubbly drinks were carbonated mineral waters mimicking those found in therapeutic natural springs and the first of these were patented in the United States in 1810. Less than a decade later, the soda fountain was patented as well. By the mid-1800s, American chemists and pharmacists were concocting sweetened, flavored carbonated beverages.
Soft drinks now can be found most anywhere in the world, but nowhere are they as ubiquitous as in the United States, where 450 different types are sold and more than 2.5 million vending machines dispense them around the clock, including in our schools. The American Beverage Association says that, in 2004, 28 percent of all beverages consumed in the U.S. were carbonated soft drinks.
Why are Carbonated Soft Drinks a Concern for Health?
Excessive use of carbonated beverages, sports drinks and fruit drinks can impact bone health, oral health and lead to obesity in young people. The typical 12-ounce can of non-diet pop provides approximately 150 calories, nine teaspoons of sugar, and no minerals or vitamins.
Sports drinks and fruit drinks have similar amounts of sugar and calories but often have
some vitamins and minerals.
Because many carbonated soft drinks are high in caffeine, they are also mildly addictive, leading to increased consumption. Girls ages 12 to 19 years consume an average of 59 mg of caffeine per day and boys consume an average of 86 mg of caffeine per day. One can of cola contains 40 to 45 mg of caffeine.
The high acid and sugar content of pop provide a rich environment for dental decay. The high calorie content of pop may add to the increasing rate of obesity in youth. Overweight adolescents are more likely to become overweight adults.
As carbonated soft drinks tend to contain high amounts of both sugars and acids, they’re the worst possible combination for dental health.
A new study on the risk factors associated with nighttime heartburn found drinking carbonated soft drinks and the use of benzodiazepines, a commonly-prescribed class of sleeping pill, are among the strongest predictors of that painful burning sensation.
School-age girls who drink a lot of carbonated soft drinks are increasing their risk of osteoporosis.
Carbonated Soft drinks and bones health men crush a can with carbonated drink
There has been a theory that the phosphoric acid contained in some soft drinks (colas) displaces calcium from the bones, lowering bone density of the skeleton and leading to conditions such as osteoporosis and very weak bones. However, calcium metabolism studies by leading calcium and bone expert Dr. Robert Heaney determined that the net effect of carbonated soft drinks, (including colas, which use phosphoric acid as the acidulant) on calcium retention was negligible. He concluded that it is likely that colas prominence in observational studies is due to their prominence in the marketplace, and that the real issue is that people who drink a lot of soft drinks also tend to have an overall diet that is low in calcium.
Reducing consumption of carbonated soft drinks, replacing benzodiazepines with other types of sleeping pills, and losing weight can all help reduce nighttime heartburn.






Tuesday 20 March 2012

How to switch off stress



How can you use relaxation's healing powers? Harvard researchers found that yoga, meditation and even repetitive prayer and mantras all induced the relaxation effect. ''The more regularly these techniques are practised, the more deeply rooted the benefits will be,'' Jake Toby says. Try one or more of these techniques for 15 minutes once or twice a day.

Body Scan: Starting with your head and working down to your arms and feet, notice how you feel in your body. Taking in your head and neck, simply notice if you feel tense, relaxed, calm or anxious. See how much you can spread any sensations of softness and relaxation to areas of your body that feel tense. Once your reach your feet, work back up your body.

Breath Focus: Sit comfortably. Tune into your breath, follow the sensation of inhaling from your nose to abdomen and out again. Let tension go with each exhalation. When you notice your mind wandering, return to your breath.

Mantra Repetition: The relaxation response can be evoked by sitting quietly with eyes closed for 15 minutes twice a day, and mentally repeating a simple word or sound such as ''Om''.

Guided Imagery: Imagine a wonderfully relaxing light or a soothing waterfall washing away tension from your body and mind. Make your image vivid, imagining texture, colour and any fragrance as the image washes over you.

Sunday 19 February 2012

Pilonidal sinus/cyst


The disease develops from penetration of the skin by hair. An inflammatory, granulomatous reaction of pilosebaceous glands and hair follicles results in a granulomatous cyst. The diagnosis of pilonidal diseases is made by finding a painful, fluctuant area in the presacral region. Pilonidal abscesses may be treated with incision and drainage.
These lesions lack an epithelial cyst wall and therefore are more appropriately indentified as a pilonidal sinus. They arise as an acquired lesion wherein hairs, trapped in folded areas of tissue, forcibly penetrate the skin and create a foreign body inflammatory reaction.
Pilonidal sinus is most commonly located in the sacrococcygeal area in men but locations in other sites such as the axillae, web spaces of the hands, and genitalia have been reported.
It appears that only about a dozen cases have reported to have involved the vulva and penis. Most of the vulvar cases have been located in periclitoral site where they may develop into a clitoral or periclitoral abscess. In uncircumcised men, penile lesions have been located in the coronal sulcus.
Pilonidal sinus first develops as an asymptomatic, soft, skin colored nodule that becomes red and very painful when as inflammation ensues. Hairs can sometimes be seen extruding from the surface of the lesion when the folds of skin around the lesion are separated. Accumulated pus within the lesion may drain from the sinus tract. Treatment is more difficult than might be expected. All of the inflamed tissue and the entire sinus tract must be completely excised. Even with careful, extensive surgery, the recurrence rate is fairly high.
Pathophysiology of pilonidal sinus
Pilonidal cysts are granulomatous reactions to small nests of hair in the midline sacrococcygeal area that progress into abscesses and tracts of infection.
Pilonidal disease is most likely an acquired disease, although a congenital origin has been argued.The disease develops from penetration of the skin by hair. An inflammatory, granulomatous reaction of pilosebaceous glands and hair follicles results in a granulomatous cyst.
Epithelialized sinuses from entrapped hairs that accumulate in the original tract and start a foreign body reaction, Bacteria may enter the sterile follicle and produce inflammation and edema, as well as occluding the follicle. The contents may expand until the follicle ruptures and the infection extends into the subcutaneous tissue, leading to abscess formation. Ninety percent of the tracts extend cephalad from the inciting follicle; they may track to the midline or laterally.
Risk factors of pilonidal sinus
·         Obesity
·         Men more than women
·         Family history of pilonidal disease
·         Sedentary lifestyle (lack of exercise)
·         Repeated trauma (injury) to the tailbone area.
·         Work that requires a lot of sitting
·         Activities such as biking or motorcycle riding that can cause sweating and friction to the tailbone area.
·         Heavy growth of body hair.
Patient presentation with pilonidal sinus
·         Sinus tract or “pit” sacrococcygeal region
·         Tenderness to palpation
·         Back pain
·         fluctuance
·         warmth
·         purulent discharge
·         localized or extensive cellulitis

Can be primarily treated by homoeopathic medication.

Friday 17 February 2012

water makes you healthy & fair



Water is a natural body cleanser and can do wonders for your complexion, but it is also an important element in keeping your skin young and beautiful. Be one of the few people to drink the recommended 8 glasses of water per day and you will notice your skin looking rejuvenated and younger. Carry a bottle around with you or always have one in your car. Keep a bottle on your desk.
                                                                           When your skin dries out it becomes less elastic and more prone to wrinkles. It also makes it more susceptible to damage from the sun or from smoke. All this means that it is extremely important to keep your skin hydrated all the time, so that it can protect itself against the world. Juice, soups, and smoothies are other great ways to keep up with your water intake