Guava ———— 1. Powerful Nutrients : Guava is a good source of Energy, Dietary fibre, Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Potassium, Phosphorous, Magnesium and Calcium. Also contains Iron, Sodium, Zinc, Niacin, Vitamin E, Vitamin B6, Foliate, Thiamine and Riboflavin. 2. Immunity Booster : Ripe guavas are very high in Vitamin C content, so help in boosting […]
Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid) occurs when your Thyroid gland produces too much of the hormone Thyroxine. Hyperthyroidism can accelerate your body’s metabolism, causing unintentional weight loss and a rapid or irregular heartbeat. This is opposed to Hypothyroidism where the gland is underactive. (see blog of last week). Symptoms of hyperthyroidism include increased appetite but unintentional weight […]
As we all know 25th May was World Thyroid Day The Thyroid gland is a small butterfly shaped gland, located below the Adam’s Apple, in the base of the neck. Although it is small in size, the gland plays a huge role in our body, regulating our metabolism, and influences the function of the Heart, […]
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Sweet, Juicy, Colorful stone fruits herald our summer. Peaches,Plums, Cherries and Apricots- all these are mouth waterig, delicious and uber nutritious. A Stone fruit is named from the fact that they all have a Pit (or Stone), in the centre. The stone itself is not a seed. The Fruits seed (or Kernel) is inside the […]
” Saffron, or Kesar, is a spice which is derived from the flower of Crocus Sativus, commonly known as the ” saffron crocus “. The vivid crimson stigma and stylis, called threads, are collected and dried for use mainly as a seasoning and colouring agent in food. Saffron has been the world’s costliest spice by […]
Hypertension, or High Blood Pressure (High BP), means elevation of Blood Pressure above the normal range i. e. 120 mmHg (systolic) by 80 mmHg (diastolic) for an adult. High BP depends upon a person’s Age, Physical and Mental Activities, Diet, Family History, and Gender. It is known as a ‘Silent Killer’ as it […]
Tori or Ridge Gourd is a vegetable which is considered a boring, bland vegetable but it is actually extremely healthy and nourishing. 1- Nutrient Content: Tori contains Vitamin A,B6,C,Iron,Calcium, Dietary Fibre, Potassium,Manganese,Copper and Zinc. 2- Weight Loss: It is also Low in Calories with High water and Fibre Content. 3- Diabetes : Tori Contains Anti-Oxidants […]
Tinda Native to India, is a cross between a green apple and a pumpkin. It is also known as Indian Apple Gourd or Round Gourd. 1- Nutritional Content : Tinda is a Nutritional powerhouse filled with Vitamin A, B12, C, Calcium,Carotene, Copper,Iron, Niacin, Omega-3 Fatty acids, Potassium, Riboflavin and Sodium. 2-Heart Health: High […]
Today’s focus is Neem or Margosa – a very common tree in India. It has played a key role in Ayurvedic medicine in India, and has been a part of traditional remedies in South Asia, for ages. All parts of the tree possess medicinal properties. 1. Skin Disorders : Neem leaves are very useful in […]