People who suffer from PCOD should pay special attention to the food that they eat since it can bring about a great deal of change in one’s health. Here are 4 types of foods suggested by the health experts at Health Total that you need to avoid if you are suffering from PCOD/PCOS: Speak to our Nutritionist for actionable advice on health foods and PCOD by filling this form. High GI (Glycaemic Index) foods Foods that have a high GI result in a quick rise in blood sugar levels. High GI foods that you need to avoid include white rice, mashed potatoes, rice cakes, muffins, and cakes. Dairy Milk leads to a rise in testosterone levels. It contains a protein that limits normal testosterone processing in the body. With testosterone not being managed, testosterone levels just keep rising. As testosterone levels are already prone to being high in PCOD, dairy just makes the problem worse. Soy products It is found that soy has been implicated in delayed ovulation. Thus avoid soy products especially to those women that are trying to conceive. Bad fats Cut down on red meat and get rid of the dairy. Also, avoid those processed, fatty foods. Though … Continue reading 4 foods to avoid during PCOD →

We humans have very little control over the problems that surround us. However, we can definitely rev up our machinery to tackle these problems better. We cannot re-locate to the Himalayas to get away from these toxins but we can definitely detoxify our body. The most effective way to clean your body of all those unwanted toxins is to detoxify your system. Detoxification helps in deep cleansing and aids in effective weight loss. Here are 4 simple ways to detoxify your body and enjoy a healthy future: Foods that Detox Your Body Massaging the body Exercise helps in detox De-stress and remove negative emotions Foods that Detox Your Body Foods are one of the best ways to detoxify your body in order to help you lose weight, boost energy, and gain health. There are a lot of commonly available foods that can help to detoxify the liver. a) Chlorophyll Rich Foods b) Cleansing Foods & Herbs a) Chlorophyll Rich Foods: Cholera, Spirulina & Wheatgrass Chlorella is a round shaped, single cell organism which is extremely rich in chlorophyll. They have a strong green colored pigment which reflects the fact that they are loaded with chlorophyll. It has many vitamins and … Continue reading 4 Simple Ways To Detoxify Your Body With Foods, Drinks, & Vegetables →

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We can begin by eliminating milk and milk products from our diet. Usually, people with IBS are found to be deficient in lactose, the enzyme that digests the sugar present in milk. Undigested lactose in the body gets fermented by the bacteria present in the gut, which causes bloating, pain, and cramps. We can gradually increase the fiber content in our diet. Fiber helps in making the stools bulky and waterlogged, enabling them to pass easily. If diarrhea is the main symptom, we must eat ripe banana, apples, curd, and pureed vegetables. These contain soluble fiber that proves useful, especially to manage diarrhea. For instance, the pectin present in apples and carrots is known to possess stool binding properties. If constipation is the main symptom, we need to increase our intake of insoluble fiber. This is present in whole grains such as oats (jav), bajri, jowar, makai atta, ragi, and wheat bran. We must never rush through our meals. Eat slowly and chew our food thoroughly. Not only does this help in digestion, but it also helps ease any discomfort we might be experiencing in the digestion process. We must eat smaller and more frequent meals rather than have two … Continue reading Managing IBS through diet →

Take vitamin supplements One of the most important nutrients to build the immune system is vitamin A. Taking vitamin A in supplemental form as well as natural form (carrot juice) helps by building up immune function. Moreover, one can get rid of most of the warts effectively. Cooked turnip greens and mustard greens, spinach, fresh parsley, carrots, milk, eggs, liver, fortified cereals, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, and fruits such as apricots, peaches, papayas, and mangos are all good sources of vitamin A. Consume fiber-rich foods Foods high in fiber such as fresh fruits and vegetables are known to promote a healthy immune system. Base your diet on whole grains and fresh produce and minimize your intake of sugary and refined foods. Many vital nutrients are necessary for the optimal maintenance and function of the immune system. This would help get rid of most of the warts effectively. Increase vitamin C intake A lack of Vitamin C and Zinc are often related to the increase in viral infections, which are the infections that bring on warts. Eat citrus fruits Rich in vitamin C, citrus fruits are excellent antioxidants and help the immune system by accelerating the production of antibodies. Citrus fruits are … Continue reading 6 ways to beat warts →