More and more people these days are suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS which has become a household word. IBS is a group of intestinal symptoms that typically occur together. The symptoms vary in severity and duration from person to person. The symptoms of IBS include Cramping, Abdominal pain, Bloating, Gas, Constipation and Diarrhoea. […]
Bappi Lahiri, recently passed away after complications from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), so a lot of attention has been given to OSA in the last few days. In fact, several doctors in Delhi have reported an increase in queries regarding the condition. May his soul rest in peace. Lungs are a pair of organs within […]
Kiwifruit, or Kiwi, as it is popularly called, is the edible berry native to north-central and eastern China. It is also known as Chinese Gooseberry. Cultivation of Kiwifruit spread from China to New Zealand in 1910. One now thinks of Kiwi as native to New Zealand as the locals are referred in slang as […]
Radish or mooli is an annual or biennial plant in the mustard or cabbage family ( Brassicacea ) grown for its large succulent taproot. Radish was domesticated in Asia prior to Roman times. Radishes ( including the leaves ) have innumerable health benefits. Radish is also known as Daikon in Japan. Nutritional Content: (Values […]
The Spleen is an organ in the upper far left part of the abdomen, to the left of the stomach. The Spleen plays multiple supporting roles in the body. It acts as a filter for blood as part of the Immune system. Old red blood cells are recycled in the Spleen, and platelets and white […]
Karela or Bitter Gourd Or Bitter Melon is a great source of several key Nutrients. 1- Nutritional Content : As per recommended daily allowance Vitamin A(48%), Vitamin C (92%), Calcium (4%), Iron (5%), Vitamin B6(40%) Magnesium, Sodium and Potassium. 2- Respiratory Disorders: Excellent for Curing respiratory problems like Asthma, Cold and Coughs. The paste of […]
Moringa oleifera is a fast growing, drought resistant tree of the family Moringaceae, native to the Indian subcontinent. Common names include drumstick or moringa. Almost all parts of the tree are eaten or used as ingredients in traditional herbal medicines, both by Indian and Africans. This especially applies to the leaves, pod ( drumstick vegetable […]
The immune system is one of the most remarkable and complex systems within the human body. The main ‘ gates ‘ are the digestive system and the lungs. The lungs let in air, while the nasal passages help to prevent unwanted agents from entering the lungs. Healthy, strong mucous membranes in the respiratory and digestive tract, […]