Showing posts with label Health. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Health. Show all posts

December 16, 2013

Are you not doing enough Walking??…..Start it Now.


1. If you walk at least 1 hour per week, it will reduce the risk of coronary heart disease.

2. If you want to reduce weight, walking is best option. Even slow walking will be helpful in burning calories.

3. An additional 15-30 minutes a day of walking (brisk) increase your health benefits which add upto three years to your life expectancy.

4. Regular Walking helps reduce pain which cause due to arthritis in older peoples by 24-32 percent.

5. Walking helps in lowering Blood Pressure.

6. It also helps in reducing +stress problems. One walking session everyday helps redirect your focus and concentration away from stressful environments.

7. Study shows that walking and exercise helps in reducing breast cancer and colon cancers. It is also good for peoples who are undergoing +cancer treatment, improves their chances of recovery and survival.

8. For peoples suffering from +Diabetes, at least 30- minutes walking maintain blood sugar balance.

9. Walking also boosts your brain power.

10. A simple walking plan can help reduce LDL cholesterol -- the damaging kind, associated with heart disease – and increase HDL cholesterol, which is associated with heart health.

December 6, 2013

Are you playing Sports on Empty Stomach...Early Morning?

Those who wake up to do early morning sports should also prepare their bodies so that the morning sweat is also effective. About 20 minutes before starting, individuals should drink a large glass of lukewarm water. Professor the Centre for Health Germany Sport University in Cologne also said a banana helps the body as it does not strain the body much and supplies energy. Early morning activity can be effective in losing weight but only if carbs are present. "Many believe early morning sports goes right at the local fat deposits because the sugar reserves are used overnight and the replenishment is not there," said Froboese. "Fats are only burned in the presence of carbohydrates.

In addition, untrained beginners cannot immediately burn off their fats. The fat burning process has to built up." That's why it's important to have enough carbohydrates in your body before you run. The experts said you should never run on an empty stomach. Not only could the energy supply be too low but the inner organs could also become irritated through the unusual strain, which is only intensified with the lack of nourishment. Dizziness and perception disorders are also possible. That mainly happens when the fluid reserves are empty. Froboese said it's best to plan two to two-and-a-half hours for the morning sports and subsequent rest and breakfast. 

December 5, 2013

10 Common Foods that be Poisonous

10. Mushrooms

Usually fine providing the correct ones are picked. Around 5% of Mushrooms varites are toxic. Symptoms can vary from slight gastrointestinal discomfort to death. Mushroom poisoning is usually the result of ingestion of wild mushrooms after misidentification of a toxic mushroom as an edible species.






9. Rhubarb

They have large leaves that are somewhat triangular, with long fleshy petioles. They have small flowers grouped in large compound leafy greenish-white to rose-red inflorescences. The green leaves contains oxalic acid. This can give you kidney stones & if enough is eaten, kill you.



8. Kidney Beans

Harbor large quantites of toxin lectin. Just three uncooked beans could cause severe diarrhea and vomitting. Especially red and kidney beans, contain a harmful toxin (lectin phytohaemagglutinin) that must be removed by cooking. A recommended method is to boil the beans for at least ten minutes; undercooked beans may be more toxic than raw beans.



7. Apples

Apples pips contain cynaide can lead to vomiting providing enough are eaten. Apple seeds do contain a small amount of cyanide, which is a lethal poison, but you are protected from the toxin by the hard seed coating. If you eat whole apple seeds, they pass through your digestive system relatively untouched. If you chew the seeds thoroughly, you will be exposed to the chemicals inside the seeds, but the dose of toxins in an apple is small enough that your body can easily detoxify it.



6. Tomatoes

The are near stem and leaves contains the toxin tomatine. Can be used in pest control. Tomatine is found in the green parts of the plant, such as the leaves, stems, and unripe fruit. The ripe red tomato has only very minimal levels of tomatine and is generally safe for human consumption.





5. Potatoes

Green Potatoes have extremely high levels of the glycoalkaloid poison. Death by potatoes is rare but not unknown. Glycoalkaloids are toxic to humans if consumed in high concentrations.

Following these steps to Minimize the risk
Store potatoes in a cool, dry, dark environment to minimize glycoalkaloid formation. Cut away any parts of a potato that show signs of greening, physical damage (cuts or bruises), rotting, or sprouting. In severe cases, discard the entire potato. Peel the skin from potatoes to reduce glycoalkaloid levels. Do not assume that the concentration of glycoalkaloids in a potato have decreased if the green colour diminishes after storage in a dark environment.

4. Cherries

The pips contain the chemical Cynaide. This can cause vomiting, breathing difficulties and kidney failure. Cyanide is a compound that disables the ability of the blood in the body to transport oxygen around. Large doses of cyanide in one’s body can result to them unfortunately passing away due to asphyxiation. Some of the symptoms of cyanide poisoning include: confusion, excessive sleepiness, seizure, general weakness and even strange behavior.

3. Brazil Nuts

The world's most radioactive food. has concentration of radium 1000-times higher than that of average foods. Most of it is not retained by the body, this is 1,000 times higher than in other foods. This is not because of elevated levels of radium in the soil, but due to "the very extensive root system of the tree. Brazil nut oil is also used as a lubricant in clocks, for making artists' paints, and in the cosmetics industry.

2. Nutmeg

A Known Hallucinogen. Eating four to eight teaspoons of ground nutmeg causes mild hallucinations, warmth in the limbs. Can cause nutmeg psychosis which apparently leads to sense of impending doom.






1. Pufferfish
Also called Fugu. Fugu can be lethally poisonous due to its tetrodotoxin. This Japanese delicacy can lead to paralysis and death. Chefs train for 2-3 years so they can prepare it correctly. It must be carefully prepared to remove toxic parts and to avoid contaminating the meat. Fugu is served as sashimi and chirinabe

December 4, 2013

5 REASONS TO EAT PLUMS.......

Plums are related to peach and cherry family and are known for their red and purple fruits, and interestingly there are over 2,000 varieties of plum. Plum in dried form, known as prunes, helps to restore bone mass and prevent osteoporosis. Native to China, Europe and America, plums are rich in dietary fibres and
vitamins C, K, A and B. Among minerals it has calcium, iron, Potassium, Magnesium, Manganese, Copper and Phosphorus. Here are more reasons to gorge on these delicious fruits:

1. Improving digestive system: Plum, mainly its skin, is rich source of dietary fibres which aids bowel movements and proves effective in improving digestive system. It acts as mild laxative.

2. Reduce cholesterol: Phenolic substances found in plum function inhibit LDL oxidation in humans. Hence it reduces the cholesterol from the human body.

3. Cardiovascular diseases: Plum is rich in potassium (745 mg/100 g), which is very beneficial to heart health. It’s a substance that maintains your body’s fluid levels, hence this reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease.

4. Cancer preventing properties: Consuming plums which are high in fibre and vitamin A is beneficial for protection against gastrointestinal and respiratory tract cancers and cancers caused by chemicals. And content of phytonutrients in plum proved capable of inhibiting the growth of breast cancer with no negative effects on normal cells.

5. Antioxidant properties: Contains various phenols and Vitamin C which exhibits good antioxidant properties. Plums help in reduction of free radicals responsible for deterioration of eyesight. High vitamin C content also helps iron absorption.

6 Symptoms shows You are Under Stress

Stomach troubles: During stress, we tend to swallow large amounts of air. This results in gas formation, bloating and discomfort. But that is not all. Unchecked, stress can be bad for digestive system, causing anything from restricted blood flow to stomach spasms, ulcers and celiac disease.

Jaw pain: Those under stress often gnash and grind their teeth during sleep. Many of us clench our teeth all day long without realizing it. If your jaw feels tight and your facial muscles feel tense, it could be more than a dental problem–stress is sometimes an underlying reason.

Canker sores: Stress can cause the area around the lips to swell and flare up. This happens because stress compromises your ability to fight inflammation and infection.

Frequent colds: Stress lowers immunity and triggers the production of cortisol, a hormone that inhibits your ability to fight infection. And the dangers of stress stretch beyond frequent colds. Several inflammatory  diseases such as asthma, autoimmune disease, cardiovascular disease have been linked to high stress levels.

Skin problems: Tension causes skin to produce more oil, thus clogging pores. The result is breakouts and pimples. But that’s not the whole story. A whole list of skin problems, such as dry skin, itchiness,  cracks, eczema and psoriasis have been linked to stress. A Johns Hopkins study even found a link between stressful life events and deadly skin cancer.

Weight gain: If you eat high calorie food in a happy frame of mind, it isn’t as bad as when you indulge in stress-triggered overeating. That’s because stress causes the body to produce cortisol, which turns the extra food into belly fat.

All of this means two things:

The relationship between stress and physical ailment is proof of the intimate link between body and mind. You need to address the stress factors in your life, and deal with them. Good diet, sound sleep and a happy heart—work toward strengthening these three pillars of health, and wave a firm goodbye to stress and all that comes with it! 

December 3, 2013

STRESS can indirectly raise your risk for Heart Diseases

The feeling of acute stress is linked with a 27 percent greater risk for coronary heart disease (CHD), say findings from a new meta-analysis of six studies involving nearly 120,000 people. Participants, asked about their perceived stress (how stressed do you feel or how often are you stressed), scored either high or low. Researchers then followed them for an average of 14 years to compare the number of heart attacks and CHD deaths between the two groups. 

CHD is a narrowing of the small blood vessels that supply blood and oxygen to the heart. It is caused by a build-up of plaque in the arteries, which can lead to their hardening, or atherosclerosis. CHD is the leading cause of death in the US for men and women, killing more than 385,000 people every year, the Journal of Cardiology reported. While it is generally accepted that stress is related to heart disease, this is the first metaanalytic review of the association of perceived stress and CHD. 


Stress can trigger your arteries to narrow. This can raise your blood pressure and your risk for a heart attack. Getting upset or angry also can trigger a heart attack. Stress also may indirectly raise your risk for CHD if it makes you more likely to smoke or overeat foods high in fat and sugar. People who are depressed are two to three times more likely to develop CHD than people who are not. Depression is twice as common in women as in men.

November 30, 2013

All about Hair Care

1. The best care of hair is done with the help of home remedies.

2. Rinsing hair with sour curd brings shine to hair and avoids hair falling

3. Eat those food which are rich in protein, carotenes, have essential iron, silica, zinc, vitamin B, C, E and fatty acids.

4. Do not take excessive cold drinks (carbonated). These acidity then blood and starve hair of minerals.

5. A cold bath stimulates the circulation of blood and aids in the in the head strengths the hair. Water is a valuable health promoter.

6. Do not tie hair bunches too tight as done in making ponytails. Extreme tightening of hair may result in hair loss.

7. Good sleep, gentle brushing and gentle combing make the hair live longer.

8. Keep the hair brush and combs clean. Wash them with warm water and clean them with small steel brushes available in the market.

9. Do not use combs and brushes of others and do not allow others to use your combs and brushes.

10. Massing of hairs with oil should be done regularly after or before washing the hair. It should not be with full palm-pressure but by tips of the fingers, separating the hairs at places turn-by-turn and applying oil.

11. Tension makes the scalp muscless tense and prevents sufficient nutrient-blood to reach hair follicles. Straved hair roots shrink and fall out.

12. Oils. shamppos, hair colors/dyes and conditioners should be selected after verifying their results from colleagues.

13. Select matching products for your hair from colleagues.

14. After washing the hair, allow them dry up naturally. Too long use of hair dryer and blowing hot air near your hair is harmful for health of hair.

15. Better not to try bleaching, perm, curling, waving, use of heated rollers and winding etc. at home. Help of expert professionals should be taken for these jobs.

16. In case of hair-coloring at home, follow the instructions given by manufactures. In case of dying/coloring of hairs at parlors, choose herbal products with contents like henna and other vegetable dyes.

17. Dandruff or hair loss may be due to body illness, harsh cosmetics, stress, incorrect nutrition and effects of some medicines.

18. Temporary hair thinning may be due to stress, shocks, childbirth, illness and ill effects of medicines.

19. Hair loss at patches may be due to fungual infection like ringworm etc.

20. Excessive greasyness of hair can be removed easily by rinsing hair with distilled water and lemon juice.

21. Head lice can be easily removed by using wet 'nit-comb' (lice comb)

22. A long with hair problems, if you have symptoms like weight loss or wearness or fatigue, better consult the doctor.

November 28, 2013

Want To Increase Height After 18 Years ? Follow these Simple Things.


As per polygenic mode of inhertience, a person’s height is determined by genes to a significant extent. Apart from the genetic factors, height is also related to growth factor. It is a common belief that height gain stops when a person enters adulthood as the human body loses its natural ability to grow and develop.

The age of 18 is the transition stage between childhood and adulthood. During this period, several hormonal changes take place within the human body. It indeed is good news that an individual can grow 2 to 6 inches taller even after turning 18. Scientists have discovered that the human body is capable to further grow and develop. Therefore, there is a possibility to increase height with some external help.

How to Increase Height after 18 Years?

Though, it is possible to increase height after the age of 18 years, extra effort is required in order to get positive results as the development of the body slows down gradually. It’s a well known fact that diet and nutrition is imperative for further growth and development, most importantly natural height gain. In addition to this, a number of other factors should also be taken into consideration to trigger height growth after attaining the age of 18.

1. Healthy Breakfast:

It is recommended to have a healthy breakfast. Skipping breakfast is not at all a healthy option for your growth and hence your height. Having proper breakfast boosts your metabolism and thus has a positive effect on your height.

2. Proper Nutrition:

Proper nutrition is absolutely vital for a healthy body. Most people fail to reach their maximum height due to inadequate nutrition. To get proper nutrition, it is necessary to follow a balanced diet. Consumption of essential nutrients provides the required stimulus for increasing the body height both naturally and medically. Apart from these points, including food items rich in calcium, Protein, iron, copper zinc, manganese and phosphorus also contributes to your growth.

3. Have Adequate Sleep and Rest:

Proper sleep and rest plays a vital role in overall growth and development. Teenagers require at least 8.5 to 11 hours of sleep every night. This is because the body grows and regenerates tissues during sleep. Moreover, human growth hormone, which is responsible for increasing height, is produced while sleeping. Hence, proper sleep and rest are mandatory for height gain.

4. Frequent, Smaller Meals:

Have six small meals in a day instead of three in order to boost your metabolism. The results of your height gain regime and the amount of human growth hormone produced depends on what you eat. 

5. Exercise and Yoga Regime:

Exercise is a vital factor in increasing your height. Simple exercises like skipping, hanging from an overhead bar and stretching the body by standing on your toes should be part of your daily workout routine. Additionally, sporting activities like basketball and swimming are also beneficial for increasing height. Yoga is also very effective.

6. Maintain Ideal Body Weight: 

Obesity can have an adverse effect on your height. Obesity can cause several health problems too. Hence, it is important to maintain an ideal body weight by following a balanced diet and proper exercise regime. 

7. Drink Plenty of Water: 

Water flushes out toxins from your body and aids in digestion. Therefore, at least drinking 8 glasses of water every day is recommended for a better health. Take 2-3 glasses of warm water in early in morning after wakeup helps in burning fat.

8. Avoid Growth Inhibitors:

Teenagers often adopt the habit of smoking and drinking without realizing the adverse effects on their growth. Antibiotics, drugs, cigarettes and alcohol act as growth inhibitors; therefore, avoid them to grow taller naturally.

9. Practice Good Posture:

A good posture plays a vital role in the development of your height. Always try to keep your head and neck aligned in a straight posture. Bending and slouching causes your spinal cord to suppress normal height.

10. Avoid Smoking and Drinking:

Indulging in smoking and drinking suppresses your primary growth. It initiates your secondary growth which adversely affects your height. Hence, it is better to refrain from immoral activities.