“This Post is very Personal to me and is dedicated to my Father. Who had a Banana every morning for 70 Years of his 97 years of life. I am convinced that this habit contributed to his long, healthy life. Fortunately most of the wider family also follow his habit- GOD BLESS” 1. Nutrients : […]
Tulsi or holy basil is known as the ” Queen of Herbs” and in Sanskrit means the incomparable one. Hinduism links the Tulsi plant to the figure of a Goddess. Nutrient Content: Tulsi is rich in phytonutrients and contains Vitamin A, beta-carotene, potassium, iron, copper, manganese, and magnesium. Anti- inflammatory: COX-2 is a molecule commonly […]
Psoriasis is a “Chronic Autoimmune Condition” that causes the build up of skin cells. The buildup of cells, caused scaling on the skin’s surface. Inflammation and redness around the scales is fairly common. Typical Psoriasis scales are whitish silver and develop in thick, red patches. Sometimes, these patches will crack and bleed. Scales typically develop […]
Celery contains a huge variety of nutrients consisting of Vitamin A, B2, B6, C and K, Molybdenum, Folate, Potassium, Manganese, Copper, Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Pantothenic Acid. It is also Fibre rich. Hypertension : Celery was used to treat hypertension in traditional Oriental medicines. Being a good source of Potassium, celery helps to maintain blood […]
Sadly, India is now known as the diabetes capital of the world. Diabetes is a condition that affects the way in which the body uses carbohydrates for energy. Our main source of energy comes from carbohydrates. This is turned into glucose in the body. The glucose in the bloodstream then has to enter the body […]
Zucchini (also known as Summer Squash or Courgette) are a type of small, young marrow with a tender, edible skin, which is where most of the nutrients are found. They can be eaten raw provided their bitter stems are removed, but are usually steamed, boiled or sautéed. Zucchini can also be cooked whole Nutritional Content […]
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 […]