If you have weak digestion, you need to watch the types of food you eat and also take liver tonics to detoxify your liver. Fennel (saunf) is an excellent natural treatment for flatulence. It absorbs excess gas and reduces the feeling of pressure thus, prevents belching or passing of gas. Fennel Seeds Fennel can be used to flavour food for added nutritional and health benefits. It is good for children because of its gentle effect. It benefits colic in small babies and reduces stomach aches in people of all ages (as it contains aspartic acid which helps expel gas from stomach). When to eat fennel seeds Fennel seeds are mostly eaten after meals. It is an excellent mouth freshener and can simply be chewed to get most of its benefits. Fennel can be used in a dose of 1 tsp three times a day. While black pepper (powdered) and white pepper powder can be used as 1.5 grams (quarter tsp) twice a day. Best way to eat fennel seeds Fennel seeds, can be added to meat dishes to give an authentic Italian flavour. It is used to marinate fish, chicken and to flavour eggs.  It can be sprinkled on soups, … Continue reading Kitchen spices for gas problems →

Those of you who are overweight and cannot walk due to knee joint pain, the best way to overcome it, is to lose weight. The obvious reason is that extra weight puts chronic stress on your knee joints and causes further wear and tear of the knee joints. However, as you age, the effect of wear and tear could happen to any of your joints namely your hands, wrists, hips, knees, feet, spine, shoulders. Hence, it’s logical to stop the problem right at its start by shedding some kilos. Maintaining a perfect weight has a lot of benefits. It includes freedom from heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and your knee pain.   Listed below are 4 important ways in which weight loss proves to be a blessing for your knees: Reduced inflammation   Due to excess weight gain, there is an increased pressure on your knees, which leads to inflammation. This inflammation causes unbearable knee pain which can be cured effectively only by getting your weight under control.   Reduced pressure   In case you are suffering from weight-induced joint pain, losing a few kilos and taking stress off your joints may ease your symptoms. Controlled weight means that there will … Continue reading 4 ways weight loss relieves you from knee pain →

If you suffer from diabetes or even high blood sugar, here are 5 proven ways to treat this health disorder. Goodness of Exercise Every diabetic patient should be aware of the benefits of exercise. No matter how tedious your day is, don’t forget to indulge in some physical activities. Monitor Your Blood Sugar It is very important for every diabetic person to keep a track of his blood sugar levels. Your blood sugar levels tend to fluctuate on and off, so in order to stay safe just keep a track of it and test your sugar levels often. Health is God This should be a mantra not only for diabetic patients but for each and everyone. Your health should be your priority and nothing should stop you from planning a life that leads to a healthy future. Eye Check-Up Your vision gets affected to a great extent especially when you are prone or suffering from diabetes. A regular eye check-up is a must so that you can take necessary steps, if needed, at the right time. No Walking Barefoot People who suffer from diabetes develop neuropathy gradually. If you are someone who often walks barefoot or compromises on quality of footwear, … Continue reading 5 things every diabetic person should know →

Lets face it, most of us struggle with our weight. And we all know that in order to achieve it, we need to cut down on some of your favorite junk food items. But letting go of those french fries and cheese pizzas and eating healthy and clean, is not as easy as it looks. Why? Because most of us perceive healthy food to be boring and bland, and lacking the flavour and the pleasure junk food gives us. But we can help change the way you think! Tasty can be healthy! The tastier the meal plan the more chances of you sticking to our weight loss regime. That’s why our Health Total experts will formulate a personalized weight loss plan for you, based on your individual weight loss and health needs. Here are some simple examples of the diet changes that you can include into your daily routine. Brown bread You can make your own sandwiches by replacing refined flour breads with whole grain bread. So if you want a cheese sandwich, instead of using white bread, try a brown bread vegetable and cheese toasted sandwich instead. Oats While having oats is important for good health, some can find it extremely boring. Try having … Continue reading EAT to lose weight! →

Do you wish for the perfect glowing skin? Look around you may be surrounded with things that may help you attain a glowing skin. There are a number of things in our kitchen that can be used for getting the perfect glow. Home remedies for glowing skin are not only effective but safe too. The best thing about using home remedies for getting a glowing skin is you don’t have to invest in expensive products. Cleansing For the perfect glow on your face, it is important to clean your skin regularly. Cleansing removes the dirt that has settled on the skin. You can use a good face wash or cleanser for cleaning. There are also various home remedies for cleaning the face to obtain a glowing skin. You can use cold water or rose water to do so. Simply dip a cotton ball in rose water or cold water and clean your face and neck with it. This is one of the most effective home remedies for glowing skin and one of the best skin care tips. Breathing It is important to open up the pores of your skin so that it can breathe. This makes way for proper nourishment. … Continue reading Home remedies for glowing skin →