Tag: Immunity

5 Reasons you should turn to Desi Ghee for weight loss

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Here are 5 reasons you should turn to ghee while trying to reduce weight. You must have heard people shunning out desi ghee from their diet because they are trying to lose weight. Some feel that consuming this Indian version of clarified butter would make their belly fat, while others keep away from it because it makes one lazy and unhealthy. But contrary to this popular belief, desi ghee is one ingredient which helps in the process of losing weight. What is ghee? It is nothing but saturated fats which…

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Do you know why we fall sick during monsoons?

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Cold, flu, throat infection, viral fever and what not; A number of diseases tag along monsoons. Do you know why? Monsoons in India aren’t a cakewalk. It is followed by a myriad of problems including water-logged streets, frequent power cuts and not to forget, frequent breakouts. But apart from this, there’s one negative aspect of monsoons we cannot ignore. Have you observed the pattern that people often fall sick during monsoons? Look around yourself, you will find everyone either struggling with their runny nose or calling sick due to viral…

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6 Incredible Benefits of Asparagus, the Nutrient Powerhouse

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A popular ingredient in gourmet dishes across the world, asparagus scores high for its delicate flavour and appealing form. When in season, it comes packed with health boosting goodness that adding it to your daily diet can help you in numerous ways. Asparagus or garden asparagus, scientifically called Asparagus officinalis, is a member of the Lily family. It is very labour intensive to grow, and perhaps is the reason why it comes with a high price tag. Garden asparagus was first cultivated in Greece about 2500 years ago and was believed to be…

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THE INCREDIBLE HEALTH BENEFITS OF HONEY

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“My son, eat thou honey, for it is good,” King Solomon, Book of Proverbs The oldest sweetener known to mankind, honey has been a part of the human diet for millennia. In fact, several rock paintings made by our cave-dwelling ancestors depict honey harvesting thousands of years ago. The earliest known medical prescriptions dating back 4000 years, discovered in Sumerian clay tablets mention honey. In the land of the Pharaohs, honey was used for treating eye and skin infections as well as a natural bandage for burns and wounds. In…

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World No tobacco day: UP to target heart health & Superfoods to deal with withdrawal symptoms

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By: Shailvee Sharda To discourage the use of tobacco among youths, state health department has decided to focus impact of tobacco consumption on health of heart in its IEC campaigns. This is significant considering that one in three adults in the state consume tobacco as per data from health ministry. Citing data from world health organisation on the eve of world no tobacco day, health minister Siddharth Nath Singh said over two million persons die of cardiovascular disease caused by tobacco consumption. “Since, tobacco is a dual killer, we have decided to launch a targeted…

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जरूर खाए कच्चा प्याज (Raw Onion), होंगे ये बड़े फायदे

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जरूर खाए कच्चा प्याज, होंगे ये बड़े फायदे – भोजन के साथ सलाद के रूप में खाया जाने वाला कच्चा प्याज हमारे स्वास्थ्य के लिए बहुत अच्छा होता है। सैंडविच, सलाद या फिर चाट, प्याज सभी के स्वाद को दोगुना कर देता है। यदि आपको डर है कि प्याज खाने से दुर्गंध आएगी तो खाने के बाद माउथ फ्रेशनर खाइए या ब्रश कर लीजिए, लेकिन प्याज जरूर खाइए। आहार विशेषज्ञों की मानें तो यह यौन दुर्बलता को दूर करने में भी बहुत उपयोगी है। यौन शक्ति के संवर्धन एवं संरक्षण के…

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DISCOVER THE HEALING POWER OF SLEEP

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Sleep Well, Heal Well Staying up late at night, fiddling with your phone, while scrolling through pages of your newsfeed? Does that sound like your daily night-time ritual? Are you a night owl who loves partying up till the wee hours of the night? You aren’t just robbing your body of rest. In fact, you’re hindering its ability to heal, repair and rejuvenate? Yes, sleep means much more to your body than just rest. Sleep isn’t like Parking your Car in the Garage for the Night For years, scientists and…

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Tips For Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle In Winter

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Make sure you are getting right nutrition this chilly season. The onset of winters can prove to be a health hazard if you are not following a nutritious diet, and a balanced lifestyle. So make sure you are getting right nutrition this chilly season. Noorul Ameen, Naturopathy Physician at Organic India, lists down some tips to stay fit and enjoy the chilly season: * Turning to organic honey to boost immunity: Organic honey is nature’s nectar that not just tickles your taste buds but also contains several vitamins, minerals and…

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How to make Giloy juice at home using Giloy sticks

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Watch attached videos to know simple steps to make Giloy juice at home using Giloy sticks to cure various ailments    Source: Awesome Garden Source: Pawan Lahoti Source: KalaaChandrika Disclaimer: All information, data and material has been sourced from multiple authors and is for general information and educational purposes only and are not intended to replace the advice of your treating doctor. The views and nutritional advice expressed are not intended to be a substitute for conventional medical service. If you have a severe medical condition or health concern, see your physician.

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10 Amazing Benefits of Giloy: The Ayurvedic Root of Immortality

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Here are 10 incredible Giloy benefits, from treating chronic fever to boosting digestion and immunity. “Giloy (Tinospora Cordifolia) is an Ayurvedic herb that has been used and advocated in Indian medicine for ages”, says Delhi-based Nutritionist Anshul Jaibharat. In Sanskrit, Giloy is known as ‘Amrita’, which literally translates to ‘the root of immortality’, because of its abundant medicinal properties. “The stem of Giloy is of maximum utility, but the root can also be used. Its benefits and uses have even been approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration)”, adds…

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