Human heart is always busy working to protect us. Hence, ensuring its optimal functioning is of utmost importance. Here are 11 simple tips to strengthen your heart health. Whole grain cereals are vital Include whole grain cereals such as whole wheat, brown rice, jowar, bajra, and nachni in your diet, since they are good for your heart. Drink a glass of ‘green juice’ regularly It could be wheatgrass, mint or coriander juice but drinking one of these daily helps detoxify your body, aids in weight loss, and makes your heart healthier. According to Chinese medicine, green juices are highly beneficial to the liver. The liver is the main organ involved in metabolism of fats. A toxin-free liver is your passport to better heart health. Apart from being heart friendly, green juices enrich the blood, treat anemia, eliminate bad breadth and body odour, remove drug deposits, counteract toxins, and thin and purify the blood. Your diet should contain 1/4th vegetables At least 25% of your diet should comprise of vegetables other than potatoes. Vegetables are rich in soluble fiber and help lower blood cholesterol. Fruits are helpful Eat at least 2-3 fruits daily. Fruits contain vital nutrients and antioxidants that not only … Continue reading 11 tips to strengthen your heart health →

Almost all of us would agree that it is not an easy task to lose weight. In fact, repeated failures can make one anxious. And even if you are fortunate in losing that extra weight, you might gain them back. It is possible to lose weight steadily and maintain it for a long time, however, certain lifestyle changes are needed to achieve it. 9 Ways to Lose Weight in 1 Week! So if you have an important function to attend or simply want to lose weight quickly, don’t opt for crash dieting or dangerous diet pills. All you have to do is follow these simple tips and you can easily lose up to 2 kgs, or more in just a weeks’ time! Dodge The Sugar Sugar is another carbohydrate, and once consumed, after performing its role of providing the body with energy, it eventually turns into fat. Sugar also causes spikes in blood sugar levels and increases hunger, which leads to overeating. So try and avoid foods which are high in sugar content as much as you can. They include the following: White sugar Sodas Fruit juices Canned foods Cakes & pastries Sauces Candies, sweets, & jellies Cut Down on Carbohydrates A … Continue reading How to Lose Weight In Just 1 Week! →

Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate are compounds that promote joint cartilage repair and alleviate the symptoms of arthritis. You can go for Marine lipids such as cod liver oil or salmon oil since they contain Omega-3 fatty acids. They possess anti-inflammatory properties and provide substantial amounts of vitamin D (required for bone growth and vitamin A). They also decrease the pain and swelling significantly. You must add vitamin E supplements when taking fish oils. Studies show that consumption of Gamma Linolenic Acid or GLA provides as much as a 30% improvement in treating arthritic symptoms. You can take supplements in the form of Evening Primrose Oil, about 2gm a day in a divided dose. Grapeseed extract, also known as pcynogenol, contains proanthocyanidins, which give relief from inflammation. Bromelain and proteolytic enzymes help counteract the inflammation and also reduce the swelling. Boron is yet another mineral highly important in treating osteo-arthritis. Supplementing with boron has proved to be effective in producing a remission of arthritic symptoms. Take a lot of antioxidants such as vitamin E, C and beta carotene. These help prevent the breakdown of cartilage and are vital for the synthesis of collagen. Vitamin C along with bioflavonoids helps strengthen capillary … Continue reading Nutrients that help during arthritis →

The liver plays a crucial role in keeping the body and the bloodstream free of all toxins besides performing a host of other important functions. It supplies glucose to the blood whenever one has low blood sugar or hypoglycaemia. It stores glucose in the form of glycogen, vitamins A, D, and B, and minerals such as iron and copper. It acts like a ‘washing machine’ and is the main organ involved in the natural detoxification process. A healthy liver eliminates toxins efficiently by either deactivating them or by adding a chemical substance to the toxin to get rid of it. Unless the liver functions properly, we cannot lose excess weight and gain health. Here are a few things that tell you that your liver needs a wash: Feeling of bloatedness after a heavy meal Feeling bloated after heavy meals is one of the first indications that your liver needs cleaning. Indigestion Suffering from indigestion, mood swings, bad breath, a coated tongue, and memory loss are signs of mild liver dysfunction and may occur even though all your liver function tests are normal. Raised liver enzymes These are found only when the liver cells are damaged. Don’t wait for that stage … Continue reading 3 things that indicate your liver needs a wash →

There is no specific diet that can prevent or treat PCOD.