ஆகாச கருடன் கிழங்கு

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Image result for ஆகாச கருடன் கிழங்கு" src="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bbWrwulfl7Y/mqdefault.jpg" /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> அதிசய மூலிகை ஆகாச கருடன் கிழங்கு.. பேய் சீந்தில், கருடன் கிழங்கு, கொல்லன் கோவை..!</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> கோவைக் கொடி இனத்தைச் சேர்ந்த இந்த மூலிகைக்கு பொதுவாக </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> பேய் சீந்தில், கருடன் கிழங்கு, கொல்லன் கோவை,என்ற வேறு </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> பெயர்களும் உண்டு. இருந்தாலும் "ஆகாச கருடன் கிழங்கு" என்ற </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> பெயர் தான் முன்பு அனைவருக்கும் தெரிந்த பெயராக இருந்து வந்துள்ளது.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> இம் மூலிகை காடுகள்,வனங்களில், மலை சார்ந்த பகுதிகளில் தன்னிச் </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> சையாக வளரும் கொடி இனமாகும்.சுமார் 40 - 50 வருடங்க ளுக்கு </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> முன்பு குருவிக்காரர்கள் காடு, மலைகளுக்குச் சென்று இக் கிழங்கை </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> சேகரித்து கொண்டு வந்து நாடு , நகரங்களில் கூவி கூவி விற்பார்கள்.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> நிலத்தில் பூமியின் அடியில் விளையும் கிழங்கு வகையான இம் </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> மூலிகை கிழங்கிற்கு ஏன் ஆகாயத்தில் பறக்கும் கருடனின் பெயரை </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> நம் முன்னோர்கள் சூட்டினார்கள்.?</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Image result for ஆகாச கருடன் கிழங்கு" src="https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQXu-ShiUnSM73Drh_JvWRq7m8slsAPUzhc6NIbsANUa1x8eQhX" /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> பொதுவாக பூமியில் ஊர்ந்து செல்லும் பாம்பு வகைகள் ஆகாயத்தில் </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> கருடன் பறந்து செல்வதைப் பார்த்தால் ஓடி ஒளிந்து கொள்ளும். அதே </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> போல் இக் கிழங்கின் வாசனை அறிந்தாலும் அந்த இடத்தை விட்டு </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> உடனே அகன்று விடும், ஓடி விடும்.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> இம் மூலிகைக் கிழங்கை கயிற்றில் கட்டி வீட்டில் தொங்க விட்டால் </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> ஆகாயத்தில் பறக்கும் கருடனைப் போலவே தோற்றம் அளிக்கும்.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> உண்மையில் ஆகாச கருடன் என்ற இம்மூலிகைக்கு மாபெரும் சக்தி </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> இருக்கின்றது. "சாகா மூலி" என்ற பெயரும் இதற்கு உண்டு. ஆம் இம் </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> மூலிகைக் கிழங்கு சாகாது . இக் கிழங்கை ஒரு கயிற்றில் கட்டி </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> தொங்க விட்டால் காற்றில் உள்ள ஈரத்தை மட்டும் ஈர்த்து வாங்கி உயிர் வாழும் சக்தி கொண்டது.முளை விட்டு கொடியாகப் படர்ந்து விடும்.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Image result for ஆகாச கருடன் கிழங்கு" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUW-FovQxypgxWg0Xjq-KCRketpzvPmytpAcbb6b9ao4JU6JoZu6Rk1fYqsTDCUVU7Kbwi0nWhMf2xLb_DGDDjsU6qNIDbq9Lh84p47xeh-C1pN1q_QB9qjfdROM_odAjFl52m9Z-c-_Q/s400/newkarudan.jpg" width="400" /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> இம் மூலிகைக் கிழங்கிற்கு சில அமானுஷ்ய சக்திகள் உண்டு. அதாவது </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> வீட்டிற்கு ஏற்படும் திருஷ்டி, தோஷங்களை போக்கும் தன்மை </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> கொண்டது. மேலும் எதிரிகளால் ஏவப்படும் பில்லி, சூன்யம், போன்ற </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> மாந்திரீக எதிர் வினைகளை ஈர்த்து தன்னைத் தானே அழித்துக் </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> கொள்ளும் தன்மை கொண்டது.இதனால் வீட்டில் உள்ளவர்கள் </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> மாந்திரீக தீய விளைவுகளில் இருந்து காக்கப் படுவர்.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <iframe allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/GtydIaUSD5o" width="560"></iframe></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <b>ஆகாச கருடன் கிழங்கின் மருத்துவப் பயன்கள் :-</b></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> இதன் முக்கிய குணம் விஷத்தை முறிக்கும் ஆற்றல் கொண்டது. </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> அத்துடன் இளைத்த உடலைத் தேற்றவும்,உடலை உரமாக்கி சூட்டை </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> தணிக்கும் குணம் கொண்டது. ஆனால் சித்த மருத்துவரின் மேற் </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> பார்வையில் உண்ணுதல் வேண்டும். இது அதிக கசப்பு சுவை </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> கொண்டது.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> சிறப்பாக பாம்பு விஷங்கள், தேள், பூரான் விஷங்கள் எளிதில் </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> முறியும்.பாம்பு கடித்தவருக்கு இந்த ஆகாச கருடன் கிழங்கை ஒரு </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> எலுமிச்சை காயளவு தின்ன கொடுக்க இரண்டு தடவை வாந்தியும், </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> மலம் கழியும் உடனே விஷமும் முறிந்து விடும்.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <iframe allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/iohQRW6l8Ig" width="560"></iframe></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> இக்கிழங்கின் இலைகளைக் கொண்டு வந்து மை போல் அரைத்து இரத்தக் கட்டிகள், சிறு கட்டிகள் இவற்றின் மேல் கனமாகப் போட்டு வந்தால் கட்டி பழுத்து உடைந்து இரத்தம், சீழ் வெளியேறி ஆறி விடும்.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> ஆகாச கருடன் கிழங்கு ஒரு எலுமிச்சம் பழ அளவு, அதே அளவு அதன் இலை, அதே அளவு கொடியின் தண்டு இ வைகளைப் பொடியாக நறுக்கி ஒரு சட்டியில் போட்டு சீரகம் தேக் கரண்டியளவு, அதே அளவு மிளகு இவைகளை அம்மியில் வைத்து அரைத்து அத்துடன் சேர்த்து அடுப்பில் வைத்து, லேசாக வதக்கி ஒரு டம்ளர் தண்ணீர் விட்டு, நன்றாகக் கொதிக்க வைத்து இறக்கி வடிகட்டி, காலை மாலை அரை டம்ளர் வீதம் கொடுத்து விட வேண்டும்.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> இந்த விதமாக 21 நாட்கள் கொடுத்து வந்தால் ஓயாத வயிற்று வலி, வாதப்பிடப்பு, குலை நோய், பாண்டு ரோகம் இவைகள் யாவும் குணமாகும். ஆனால் காரம், புளி, நல்லெண்ணை யை தவிர்க்கவேண்டும்</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> -</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <iframe allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/sJJpf_2jxX4" width="560"></iframe></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <b>மருத்துவப் பயன்கள்</b></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> பாம்பு கடித்தவுடன் ஆகாசகருடன் கிழங்கில் எலுமிச்சம் பழம் அளவு நறுக்கி வெறும் வாயில் தின்னும் படி செய்ய வேண்டும். சில நிமிடங்களில் வாந்தியும், பேதியும் இருக்கும். விடம் முறிந்து நோயாளி குணமடைவான். விடம் முறிந்து உயிர் பிழைத்த பின் அவனை 24 மணி நேரம் வரை தூங்கவிடக்கூடாது. பசிக்கு அரிசியைக் குழைய வேக வைத்துக் கஞ்சியாகக் கொடுக்க வேண்டும்.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> மண்ணுளிப் பாம்பு மனிதனை நக்கி விட்டால் குஷ்டம் என்ற பெருவியாதி வெண்குட்டம் கருமேக இரணங்களை உண்டு பண்ணும். இந்தப் பாம்பின் விடம் நக்கியவுடன் உடலில் பாய்ந்து தன் குணத்தைக் காட்டாது. நாளாவட்டத்தில் கொஞ்சம் கொஞ்சமாக உடலில் பரவி மேற்கண்ட வியாதிகளை உண்டு பண்ணும். இதற்கு முற்றிய ஆகச கருடன் கிழங்கின் மேல் தோலை சீவி எடுத்து விட்டு, கிழங்கை பொடியாக நறுக்கி வெய்யிலில் காயவைத்துச் சுக்கு போல காய்ந்த பின் உரிலில் போட்டு நன்றாக இடித்து மாச்சல்லடையில் சலித்து எடுத்து ஒரு வாயகன்ற சீசாவில் போட்டு வைத்துக் கொண்டு தினசரி காலை மாலை 10 கிராம் தூளை எடுத்து வாயில் போட்டு, சிறிதளவு வெந்நீர் குடித்து விட வேண்டும். இந்த விதமாக நாற்பது நாட்கள் கொடுத்து வந்தால் மண்ணுளிப் பாம்பின் விடம் முறிந்து விடும். உடலில் தோன்றிய கோளாறு யாவும் மறையும்.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> இதே தூளைக் கொடுத்து வந்தால் லிங்கப்புற்று, கொருக்குப்புண், நாட்பட்ட வெள்ளை ஒழுக்கு இவைகள் குணமாகும். மேக ரோக கிரந்திப் புண் யாவும் குணமாகும். மற்ற விடப்பூச்சிகளின் விடத்தையும் முறிக்கும். இந்த மருந்தைச் சாப்பிடும் பொழுது புளி, எண்ணெய், மிளகாய் ஆகாது. பத்தியம் காக்க வேண்டும்.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> இந்தக் கிழங்கின் இலைகளைக் கொண்டு வந்து மை போல் அரைத்து கண்டமாலை, தொடைவாளை, இராஜபிளவை, கழலைகட்டிகள் அரையாப்பு, இரத்தக் கட்டிகள், சிறு கட்டிகள் இவற்றின் மேல் கனமாகப் போட்டு வந்தால் கட்டி பழுத்து உடைந்து இரத்தம், சீழ் வெளியேறி ஆறிவிடும்.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> ஆகாச கருடன் கிழங்கு ஒரு எலுமிச்சம் பழ அளவு, அதே அளவு அதன் இலை, அதே அளவு கொடியின் தண்டு இவைகளைப் பொடியாக நறுக்கி ஒரு சட்டியில் போட்டு சீரகம் தேக்கரண்டியளவு, அதே அளவு மிளகு இவைகளை அம்மியில் வைத்து அரைத்து அத்துடன் சேர்த்து அடுப்பில் வைத்து, லேசாக வதக்கி ஒரு டம்ளர் தண்ணீர் விட்டு, நன்றாகக் கொதிக்க வைத்து இறக்கி வடிகட்டி, காலை மாலை அரை டம்ளர் வீதம் கொடுத்து விட வேண்டும். இந்த விதமாக 21 நாட்கள் கொடுத்து வந்தால் ஓயாத வயிற்று வலி, வாதப்பிடப்பு, குலைநோய், பாண்டு ரோகம் இவைகள் யாவும் குணமாகும். ஆனால் காரம், புளி, நல்லெண்ணையை விலக்க வேண்டும்.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> ஆகாச கருடன் கிழங்கு இலையைக் கொண்டு வந்து பொடியாக நறுக்கு வைத்துக் கொண்டு, ஒரு சட்டியை அடுப்பில் வைத்துத் தேக்கரண்டியளவு விளக்கெண்ணையை விட்டு, எண்ணெய் காய்தவுடன், மூன்று கைப்பிடியளவு இலையைப் போட்டு, இலை பதமாக வதக்கியவுடன் அதை சுத்தமாக துணியில் சிறிய முட்டை போலக் கட்டி, தாங்குமளவு சூட்டுடன் வேதனையுள்ள இடத்தில் ஒத்தடம் கொடுத்து வந்தால் கை, கால் மூட்டுகளில் ஏற்படும் வலி வீக்கங்கள் குணமாகும்.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> ஆகாய கருடன் கிழங்கின் இலையைக் கொண்டு வந்து வெய்யிலில் சறுகு போல உலர்த்தி எடுத்து, உரலில் போட்டு இடித்து, மாச்சல்லடையில் சலித்து ஒரு வாயகன்ற சீசாவில் போட்டு வைத்துக் கொண்டு, சொறி, சிரங்கு, ஆறாத புண், குழந்தைகளுக்குத் தோன்றும் அக்கி, கரப்பான் புண், சிரங்கு இவைகளுக்கு இந்தத் தூளுடன் தேங்காயெண்ணைய் சேர்த்து, குறிப்பிட்ட புண்களைக் கழுவி விட்டு மேலே தடவி வந்தால் மூன்றே நாட்களில் மறைந்து விடும்.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> ஆகாச கருடன் கிழங்கு 100 கிராம், வெங்காயம் 50 கிராம், சீரகம் 20 கிராம் எல்லாம் சேர்த்து விளக்கெண்ணெயில் வதக்கி, அரைத்து இளஞ்சூட்டில் வாதத்திற்குப் பற்றுப் போட்டால் வாத வலி குறையும் என்பது பாட்டி வைத்தியம்.</div> </div>

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Learn to say 'No' - 4 Simple steps that can help you!

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__body ly-health-story__ellipses"> <div style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Simple Steps To Help You Say No!" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="267" src="https://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/546ff82c96a5fc7e8757c53822e4b306/5ec23e.jpg" width="400" /> </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Humans are social animals who thrive on reciprocality. It is in our basic nature to be socially courteous, and the word 'No' feels like a conflict that warns a potential relationship. Many of us tend to comply with every single request that is put forward to us by our peers, family, or at the workplace by our superiors. We choose to take up more jobs than we can efficiently handle and put unnecessary stress on ourselves even at the cost of our time and well-being. Must we always do that? </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <strong>Why is it so hard to say 'No'?</strong></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> People have the notion that saying 'No' can come across as rude or uncaring. You may feel that you are letting someone down by turning down their request or risking a relationship. But, it has mostly to do with your self-confidence than your relationships with people. It may branch from overbearing parents, high expectations set by your peers and mentors or experiencing parenthood yourself and setting unreasonable standards for yourself. Childhood influences are usually the biggest cause of people always saying ‘yes’ all the time.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> People who have low self-confidence tend to value their own needs less than the needs of others. Saying 'No' feels rude, and no one wants to be impolite.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Well... saying 'No' does not mean you are being rude or disagreeable.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> At the end of the day, it is more about how you say 'no', rather than just saying the word 'No'. Saying 'No' is about valuing and respecting your own time and priorities. </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <strong>How to start saying say 'No'?</strong><br /> If you want to take a step back and start saying 'No' to make sure your own needs are valued, here’s what you need to do.</div> <ol style="text-align: justify;"> <li><strong>Refuse politely, when it seems not possible: </strong>Do not overcomplicate responses and try to be as simple in your responses as you can be. If you are asked to do something, and you want to say 'no', try to be polite in your body language and state that it is not convenient for you at the moment and that you would rather get back to it later. </li> <li><strong>Seek time before committing: </strong>The transition from saying ‘yes’ all the time to saying no does take time! Start to give yourself more time and ask people to get back to you later. This way you can begin to build more self-confidence and learn to say no over time. This also allows you to evaluate your response instead of immediately saying yes or no to the person asking the favor or task.</li> <li><strong>Do not feel guilty: </strong>Deep down if you want to do a favor, you can go ahead with it, but you should also understand that it is okay to say no, and there is no need to associate guilt with it. You should set boundaries and allow people around you to understand how much favors they can ask you for instead of presenting you with an endless amount of favors from you.</li> <li><strong>Set your boundaries: </strong>Refusal does not amount to rejection as you have just as much right to say ‘no’ as the person who is asking the favor from you. You are simply turning down a request, and in most situations, there is a middle ground for compromises where both you and the requester can be satisfied. If you have limited time to fulfill a request, let the person know and help out only as much as you can without overstepping your boundaries.</li> </ol> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Bringing in these changes can help you be more self-confident, and at the same time enable you to say no when you need to without weighing yourself down with expectations and fear or rejection.</div> </div> </div>

Learn to say 'No' - 4 Simple steps that can help you!

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Digestive biscuits - How to choose the right one?

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Digestive Biscuits - How To Pick The Right One?" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="214" src="https://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/2205d15fe15d38f26e2fd5a86aae7697/43f57d.jpg" width="320" /> </div> </div> There is nothing like dunking a crisp, feather-light biscuit in a hot cup of tea or coffee. It is one of the simplest pleasures life has to offer. In recent days, we are all becoming health conscious and this has given rise to a new breed of digestive biscuits. So, are digestive biscuits really all that healthy? Which one is right for you? Read on and find out.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <img alt="Dt. Kavita Agarwal | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/fc2aec3384d3fbeb30eeef783b1c97b4/crop_100x100/Dietitian-Nutritionist-KavitaAgarwal-new-delhi-3d5835.jpg" /> <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"> </svg> </div> Dt. Kavita Agarwal <div class="person__info__degrees"> M.Sc - Dietitics / Nutrition, Diploma in Food & Nutrition & Diabetic Educator , B.Sc. - Home Science</div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar"> <span>Dietitian/Nutritionist, Delhi</span>  •  <span>8 years experience</span> </div> <br /> <strong>What’s in a name?</strong><br /> <br /> As implied by the name, do digestive biscuits really aid our digestion? Well, these biscuits originated in the 1890’s with a prime motive to help the process of digestion with the use of sodium bicarbonate. They were prepared from course brown bread, sugar, wholemeal, salt, oatmeal, skimmed milk, raising agents and emulsifiers.<br /> <br /> You might be eating these biscuits, thinking that they provide you health benefits, but is that true? <strong>Here are the factors you should consider in order to pick the right digestive biscuit:</strong><br /> <ol> <li><strong>Nutritional profile: </strong>Take a look at the ingredients of the digestive biscuit to see whether they have valuable contents that will indeed be healthy. Typically, these biscuits don't fare well when it comes to their nutritional content. They do not have any vitamins or minerals, but they do have proteins and fiber content that can be beneficial. The reduced fat and whole wheat variants can help with weight management and lower the risk of heart diseases. So, it is ideal for whole-wheat flour to be listed as its first ingredient.</li> <li><strong>Type of biscuit: </strong>From the plain old, humble wheat digestives to chocolate, reduced fat and more, digestive biscuits are available in a lot of varieties. Regular digestive biscuits consist of coarse wholemeal wheat flour with added sugar and salt. These qualify as good snacks that can keep the hunger pangs at bay and aid to keep you feeling full. However, if you opt for chocolate digestives, you will be adding more calories.</li> <li><strong>Watch the sodium content:</strong> When chosen right, digestive biscuits with whole wheat are beneficial. They are also good in natural fibers that can help to combat constipation. Another ingredient to watch out for is the sodium or salt content. Typically a serving of two of these biscuits has 160 milligrams of sodium. So, people with high blood pressure must watch out for this and choose right.</li> <li><strong>Taste and texture:</strong> Semi-sweet biscuits with a hint of salt taste the best when it comes to digestive biscuits. Also, a crispy texture is desired without being too dry, crumbly or plastic-like. Always read the back panel to understand its calorie content, fiber, sugar and salt contents as well.</li> </ol> </div>

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Body swelling (soojna) - 7 Foods that can help reduce it!

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div style="text-align: center;"> <img height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/proxy/AVvXsEhdiK7nPb0hruJSp5Z1DNUqz7fizIJwrDQSfi_pvHWUYM9qc8jguBNY0tpVc4Tzwutv_Qgyg8vJefA-hK83iIJ1FMMMy2RxP9OPT2M5TcIw5oOjalX4iWhCn8k-Wxs1Uf5MuWt0_a1YMYNJwV38odwJQyq7vUOKQsczOMi8zbUF64hCdt3dz2dzUuO3Py9zjODpV6IQ=s0-d-e1-ft" width="320" /> </div> Inflammation or soojan in the body can make it difficult for you to follow your daily routine. According to Ayurveda, this is caused by an imbalance of the pitta dosha. As the pitta dosha increases, the heat in the body also increases leading to inflammation and other issues. To reduce the pitta dosha, one must consume foods that are not hot or warm in nature and increase the consumption of foods that have a cooling effect.<br /> <br /> <div class="person__info__degrees"> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <img alt=" Auraveda Wellness New Delhi | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/488a3c5a60d58da2edcccc7054531f96/crop_100x100/Ayurveda-AuravedaWellnessNewDelhi-Delhi-e38829" /> <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"> <path d="M20.976,15.64a5.541,5.541,0,0,0-.725-1.31,4.971,4.971,0,0,0-4-2.025H15.278l-0.062.149a3.563,3.563,0,0,1-2.887,1.952v4.739a2.625,2.625,0,0,1-2.634,2.6,2.042,2.042,0,0,1-1.507-.624A2.656,2.656,0,0,1,7.541,19.4a1.829,1.829,0,1,1,.487.013,2.163,2.163,0,0,0,.513,1.378,1.551,1.551,0,0,0,1.153.472,2.165,2.165,0,0,0,2.149-2.118V14.419a3.711,3.711,0,0,1-3.164-1.965L8.616,12.3H7.745A4.942,4.942,0,0,0,2.8,17.233V23.8H21.2V17.233A4.9,4.9,0,0,0,20.976,15.64ZM7.812,7.918A1.729,1.729,0,0,0,8.3,9.2,4.225,4.225,0,0,0,9.3,11.95c0.232,0.267,1.428,1.579,2.6,1.579h0.065a4.162,4.162,0,0,0,2.48-1.389,4.512,4.512,0,0,0,1.116-2.963,1.771,1.771,0,0,0,.395-1.2,0.917,0.917,0,0,0-.231-0.483c0.176-.487,1.423-4.13-0.138-5.2A4.15,4.15,0,0,0,11.41.36,2.843,2.843,0,0,0,8.849,1.933c-0.425.255-1.822,1.424-.786,5.4A1.1,1.1,0,0,0,7.812,7.918Zm0.022,8.344A1.338,1.338,0,1,0,9.177,17.6,1.342,1.342,0,0,0,7.834,16.262Z" fill="#bfbfbf"></path> </svg> </div> Auraveda Wellness New Delhi  </div> <div class="person__info__degrees"> Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS), C.R.A.V</div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar"> <span>Ayurveda, Delhi</span>  •  <span>7 years experience</span> </div> <br /> <strong>7 amazing foods that can really help:</strong><br /> <ol> <li><strong>Turmeric: </strong>Turmeric contains an important anti-inflammatory compound known as curcumin. This can help reduce inflammation associated with arthritis, arteriosclerosis, asthma, and cancer. It also reduces the effects of inflammatory oxidants such as nitric oxide. Turmeric can be used to flavor foods or steeped into a tea.</li> <li><strong>Flax: </strong>Nuts such as flax and pumpkin seeds are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids. They also help cool the body. Some other nuts and seeds that you could include in your diet are almonds that have been soaked in water overnight and peeled, sunflower seeds, coconut and popcorn without salt. Avoid nuts such as brazilian nuts, chia seeds, cashew nuts, walnuts and sesame seeds as they can increase body temperature.</li> <li><strong>Garlic: </strong>Garlic is a wonder food that is very important in a pitta pacifying diet. Along with other nutrients, garlic contains allicin that has strong anti-inflammatory properties. Consuming garlic on a regular basis can also help protect a person against heart diseases by reducing inflammation in the veins and arteries.</li> <li><strong>Ginger: </strong>According to Ayurveda, ginger is considered as an universal medicine. This herb has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce inflammation. It also aids in digestion and promotes healthy blood circulation. The best way to consume ginger to fight inflammation is to steep it in a tea.</li> <li><strong>Whole grains: </strong>To reduce the pitta dosha, you should include plenty of dry, sweet whole grains in your diet. This includes barley, oats, quinoa, wheat and rice. These foods are good sources of fiber and proteins. They also have a low glycemic index and help maintain body temperature.</li> <li><strong>Leafy vegetables: </strong>Vegetables that reduce the pitta dosha are usually sweet and astringent. These vegetables are best eaten raw at mid-day when the digestive system is functioning at its peak. Lettuce, kale, leeks, collard greens and wheat grass are some of the vegetables that you must include in your diet. On the other hand, avoid spicy vegetables like green chillies, onions, and radishes.</li> <li><strong>Tomatoes: </strong>Tomatoes contain lycopene that helps reduce inflammation in the lungs. This vegetable can be consumed raw or juiced but when cooked, the lycopene amount increases. However, avoid raw tomatoes as they can irritate the digestive system.</li> </ol> </div>

Body swelling (soojna) - 7 Foods that can help reduce it!

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Triphala - 4 Amazing reasons you must eat it everyday!

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Triphala - 4 Reasons Why It Is So Good For You!" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="214" src="https://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/cca97c80d89ae5468547088748abbee7/67db45.jpg" width="320" /> </div> </div> If you are not new to Ayurveda and its treatments, then you are sure to know about Triphala; for the concoction has been used in Ayurveda since a very long time. Widely known for its laxative abilities, Triphala offers highly effective remedies and have several medical benefits. If you are curious to know about them, read on for a few facts.<br /> <br /> <br /> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <img alt="Dr. Devang Patel | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/95f0c2bc30c058cc8db4a731bd5bf9c9/crop_100x100/Ayurveda-DevangPatel-Vansda-5a0b8f" /> <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"> </svg> </div> Dr. Devang Patel<br /> <div class="person__info__degrees"> Bachelor of Ayurveda Medicine and Surgery (BAMS), M.D (Ayu)</div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar"> <span>Ayurveda, Vansda</span>  •  <span>5 years experience</span> </div> <br /> <strong>What is Triphala?</strong><br /> The name is etymologically derived from two Sanskrit words 'tri' meaning three and 'phala' signifying fruits. Thus, Triphala is a combination of three fruits which are powdered and ground together. These three fruits are:<br /> <ul> <li>Embellica officinalis, more commonly referred to as Indian gooseberry or amla.</li> <li>Terminalia chebula or haritaki in Sanskrit is a fruit with nut-like appearance. It is also known as harad.</li> <li>Terminalia bellirica is known as bibhitaki in various languages and vibhidaka in Sanskrit. Many people also refer to the fruit as baheda.</li> </ul> <strong>What are its uses?</strong><br /> The powder of Triphala is used for the treatment of many health issues which may range from high blood sugar to weight loss. Moreover, its anti-inflammatory properties help in the treatment of arthritis. It is also endowed with antioxidants which can delay aging. The good news is that the long list of benefits of Triphala doesn't end right here. Some of the commendable advantages of using Triphala include:<br /> <ol> <li><strong>Get rid of dark circles: </strong>Our daily lifestyle has left us with panda eyes which deteriorates our appearance. You can use Triphala powder as an eyewash and bid farewell to your dark circles as well as puffiness under the eyes. For this purpose, all you have to do is add a little amount of this powder into some water and wash the eyes thoroughly with it.</li> <li><strong>A brilliant ingredient for rejuvenating skin: </strong>If you are looking to have baby soft and supple skin, then you can use Triphala powder which helps in softening, moisturizing and smoothening the skin. This is due to the presence of various antioxidant compounds that fights not only pigmentation but also acne-causing bacteria.</li> <li><strong>A great stimulator of hair growth: </strong>If you have been suffering from thinning of hair or hair fall, then Triphala can help you as well. You may apply Triphala water directly on the hair directly. The emollient properties of Triphala water help in locking the moisture and offer relief, if you are suffering from alopecia.</li> <li><strong>Effective in reducing digestive issues: </strong>Triphala works as a brilliant laxative which can be used in stimulating bowel movements. If you have been suffering from bowel or digestive problems, then you can have a teaspoon of Triphala early morning. It will help in treating bloating, diarrhea and other issues of the stomach.</li> </ol> So, if you are suffering from any of the issues, you can purchase this simple yet effective medicine from your local Ayurveda store.<br /> <br /></div>

Triphala - 4 Amazing reasons you must eat it everyday!

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Black salt (kala namak) - 12 Reasons why you must consume it!

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From general health to skin and hair problems, this unprocessed and also the purest salt form is an ingredient used in many Ayurvedic medicines. Many people prefer rock salt over common salt for its nutritional significance. 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font-size: 13px; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 16px; margin: 0px; overflow: hidden; padding: 0px 0px 5px 10px; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;"> Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)</div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 13px; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 16px; margin: 0px; overflow: hidden; padding-bottom: 4px !important; padding-left: 10px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;"> <span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Ayurveda, </span> •  <span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">12 years experience</span></div> <div style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 29.124px; -webkit-margin-before: 29.124px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"> <span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">The following health advantages of rock salt makes it a must have ingredient in your diet.</span></div> <ol style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-before: 1em; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: initial; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;">The black salt comes as a much needed relief for people with <span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">digestive problems, heartburn, or gas</span>. It helps in better digestion of food in addition to making the food more palatable. People suffering fromconstipation can also benefit immensely from black salt.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;">If you are into fitness and importantly into <span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">losing weight</span>, then black salt is what you need. The black salt is known to be helpful in dealing with the hunger pangs (reduces food cravings) better.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Fluctuations in the blood pressure</span> can be quite risky for the health. Black salt goes a long way in stabilizing the blood pressure. In fact, people with high blood pressure are often advised to use black salt.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">If you are a night owl by compulsion (insomniac</span>), then black salt is sure to make your life a lot easier. Sleep disorder often results from an imbalance in the melatonin level. Black salt normalizes the healthy sleeping cycle by regulating the melatonin level in the affected person.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;">Black salt comes as a real savior for people with a <span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">skin problems</span>. Black salt helps to not only cleanse, but also exfoliate (rock salt makes for an excellent natural body scrub) the skin. It removes the dead skin cells, opens the closed skin pores, thus giving the skin a natural glow. To improve the overall circulation, many people soak their body in water containing black salt.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;">Rock salt is known to be an excellent immune booster.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;">Yellow nails or cracked heels can be embarrassing. Worry no more! Just soak your hands and feet in rock salt water and watch the magic.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;">Taking a bath in rock salt water after a long and tiring day will leave you refreshed and rejuvenated like never before.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;">Rock salt is a rich source of almost all the essential trace elements. Thus, it acts as a catalyst enhancing the metabolic activities of the body.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;">People with cold, tonsil or other respiratory problems (sinus, dry cough, to name a few) can benefit by gargling with lukewarm water with a pinch of rock salt in it.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;">Drinking rock salt water (brine, preferably spring water) is helpful in the case of kidney stones, arthritis, gallbladder stones.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;">Rock salt is equally beneficial for the hair. When mixed with shampoo, it helps to cleanse the hair (also removes the dead skin) naturally.</li> </ol> </div> </div>

Black salt (kala namak) - 12 Reasons why you must consume it!

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Rock salt, also known as black salt, is packed with health benefits. From general health to skin and hair problems, this unprocessed and also the purest salt form is an ingredient used in many Ayurvedic medicines. Many people prefer rock salt over c… மேலும் படிக்க »

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High fiber diet - 5 Reasons you must have it!

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-webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">7 years experience</span></div> <div style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 29.124px; -webkit-margin-before: 29.124px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"> <span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">There are two classifications of fibers</span></div> <ol style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-before: 1em; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: initial; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;">Dietary</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;">Functional </li> </ol> <div style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 29.124px; -webkit-margin-before: 29.124px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"> Dietary is found in diet products and functional is added fiber through various food supplements. Soluble and insoluble fiber, based on their solubility in water. Most foods contain some amounts of both. The insoluble one has more digestive benefits, as it adds to the roughage and both types have cardiac benefits.</div> <div style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 29.124px; -webkit-margin-before: 29.124px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"> <span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Read on to know some of the cardiac benefits of fibers.</span></div> <ol style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-before: 1em; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: initial; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Reduces cholesterol: </span>There is good cholesterol which is essential for the body, and there is bad cholesterol that causes heart disease. Fibers reduce the amount of bad cholesterol in circulation, as it can bind to the cholesterol, in order to, remove it from the body, which otherwise would get into circulation and lead to plaque formation and heart diseases.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Reduces blood pressure: </span>Because the cholesterol does not circulate in the bloodstream, the blood is not as vicious and therefore the vessels do not have to exert much pressure and allows free flow. A diet changed to whole grains can show a marked difference in people withhypertension.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Weight management:</span> Eating fiber means more bulk and fewer calories so that a person feels full after eating smaller amounts. This is a great way to lose weight and bring pre-existing heart disease under control.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Stroke prevention:</span> The circulating cholesterol usually gets sluggish and settles down along the walls of the blood vessels. This attracts more cholesterol, which eventually forms, what is knowns as plaque. When this plaque attains a considerable size, it gets dislodged, circulates in the bloodstream, and can reach any of the vital organs. When it reaches the heart or brain, it can lead to <a href="https://www.lybrate.com/treatment-for-heart-attack" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: #c82506; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">heart attack</a> or stroke. By removing the cholesterol which leads to all these complications, fiber reduces the incidence of stroke and heart attacks.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 14.562px; -webkit-margin-before: 14.562px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Management of diabetes:</span> Blood pressure, increased weight and heart diseases all are predisposing factors and have common contributing factors as does diabetes. Controlling all these helps in prolonging the onset of diabetes and reducing its severity too.</li> </ol> <div style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 29.124px; -webkit-margin-before: 29.124px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"> High-fiber diet mainly reduces cholesterol which helps in multiple ways to maintain not just a healthy body but also improves the overall quality of life. </div> </div> </div>

High fiber diet - 5 Reasons you must have it!

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Tomato ketchup - Is it good or bad for your health?

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media " style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; height: auto; margin: 0px; overflow: hidden; padding: 0px; width: 777.188px;"> <div class="tipImg " ng-click="ctrl.showOrignalImage()" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: center;"> <img alt="Tomato Ketchup - Is It Good Or Bad For You?" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="214" ng-src="https://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/2205d15fe15d38f26e2fd5a86aae7697/0d7932.jpg" src="https://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/2205d15fe15d38f26e2fd5a86aae7697/0d7932.jpg" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" width="320" /></div> </div> <div class="ly-health-story__body ly-health-story__ellipses" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 58.248px; vertical-align: top;"> <div style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 29.124px; -webkit-margin-before: 29.124px; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; padding: 0px;"> </div> <div style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: 18px; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618; text-align: justify;"> <span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618;">Be it french fries, burgers, hash browns or simple omelet, the taste of ketchup can complement everything. This popular and inexpensive red colored condiment is regarded as healthy by some even though that does not indicate you can consume copious amount of it.</span></div> <br /> <div style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: 18px; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618; text-align: justify;"> <div class="person__info grid__col-auto" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: #6c6a6a; display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex: 1 0 0px; float: left; font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 16px; margin: 0px; max-width: 100%; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align-last: initial; text-align: start; vertical-align: top; width: 491.813px; zoom: 1;"> <div class="person__info__name lybText--ellipsis" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: black; display: inline-block; font-family: inherit; font-size: 15px; margin: 0px; overflow: hidden; padding: 0px 0px 7px 10px; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;"> <img alt="Dt. 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Compared to other notable rivals like mayonnaise, ketchup contains no fat and has lesser calories. But for some people, the </span><a href="https://www.lybrate.com/topic/sugar" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: #c82506; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">sugar</a><span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618;"> and salt content of ketchup is a matter of concern. Moreover, it tends to contain natural flavoring, tomato concentrate and most importantly, high fructose corn syrup which may not be desirable. So, the key here is not to abandon ketchup on the whole but to reduce the consumption.</span></div> </span><div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618;">Ketchup and its list of benefits:</span></div> </span><span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: 18px; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618;"><div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618;">The lycopene content of the tomato, which is the prime ingredient of ketchup, cuts down the risk of </span><a href="https://www.lybrate.com/topic/cancer" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: #c82506; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">cancer</a><span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618;"> in bladder, lungs, stomach, and cervix by several degrees. So, eating about two or more servings of tomato ketchup in a week can do you more good than harm. Lycopene, an important antioxidant can shield the body from free radical damage.</span></div> </span><div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: 18px; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618;"><div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618;">Moreover, ketchup is a low-fat condiment that can make bland foods taste great. It has low carbohydrate content, good levels of vitamins and is thought to help </span>fertility<span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618;"> in men. But there is a trick to this, most of us use commercially produced ketchup which is easily available in the market.</span></div> </span><div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618;">Is it really good for you?</span></div> </span><span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: 18px; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618;"><div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618;">When you use commercially prepared ketchup on the food, you could be consuming high fructose corn syrup or HFCS since this is what glugs out of the jar. In most cases, you will find that the ketchup contains overcooked tomatoes, a huge amount of sugar which is genetically engineered corn syrup and of course, water. Some brands may also use natural flavoring which is nothing but flavor-boosting chemicals.</span></div> </span><div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: 18px; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618;"><div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618;">Just a teaspoonful of ketchup contains about 4 grams of sugar and needless to say, some people take more than one teaspoon at a time which builds up the daily sugar load. HFCS is added to almost all preserved foods along with a lot of flavor enhancers, and together they don’t take much time to overload you with the maximum daily fructose limit.</span></div> </span><div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: 18px; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618;"><div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618;">Ketchup can be an excellent addition to your main </span><a href="https://www.lybrate.com/treatment-for-healthy-diet" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-user-select: auto !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: #c82506; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">diet</a><span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.01em; line-height: 1.618;"> when taken in moderation, of course. But with regular consumption, you are sure to head towards a host of unwanted diseases and complications. If you are not able to trust any of the easily available brands, you may consider making your own tomato ketchup and savor the taste.</span></div> </span></div> </div>

Tomato ketchup - Is it good or bad for your health?

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Too much salt in diet - Why it is dangerous for your body?

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Too Much Salt In Diet - How It Can Damage Your Body?" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="214" src="https://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/cca97c80d89ae5468547088748abbee7/302d45.jpg" width="320" /> </div> </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Around 40% of adults all over the world suffer from hypertension, and many may not know that too much of salt in the diet is the leading cause of developing high blood pressure. Recent studies from the Dietary Approaches to stop hypertension have shown the advantages of taking a lower amount of salt. But the real problem is that most people find salt to be tasteful just like sugar, and this tends to cast its harmful effects on overall health.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <img alt="Dr. Nash Kamdin | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/9ecbaebaec36d421cca0a3ce4305d761/crop_100x100/General-Physician-NashKamdin-mumbai-5ad5c9.jpg" /> <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"> </svg> </div> Dr. Nash Kamdin<div class="person__info__degrees"> MBBS</div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar"> <span>General Physician, Mumbai</span>  •  <span>27 years experience</span> </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <strong>What happens to the body when you take too much of salt?</strong><br /> Salt contains sodium, and the kidneys find it difficult to maintain their optimum function when there is an excessive amount of sodium in the bloodstream. When sodium starts to accumulate, the body holds back water for diluting the sodium which enters the blood vessels thereby, increasing the volume of blood in the stream. When this happens, the heart has to overwork, and more pressure will be exerted in the blood vessels. With the passage of time, the excess amount of pressure would stiffen the blood vessels which would pave the way for stroke, heart attack or even heart failure.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <strong>What are the signs and symptoms of taking too much sodium?</strong><br /> Most people are generally unaware that there is an excessive salt intake and hence could be dangerous. Therefore, it is important to look for signs that your body is pleading to reduce the consumption of salt.</div> <ol style="text-align: justify;"> <li><strong>You start feeling very thirsty: </strong>When you eat foods with high amount of sodium such as chips, pepperoni pizza, and ketchup, you are likely to feel dry. This is because of the high amount of sodium that troubles the balance of fluid in the body which makes you crave for water so that it can restore the salt balance.</li> <li><strong>Your body starts to swell at strange places: </strong>You may feel bloated in the morning when you take too much of salt. This phenomenon is termed as edema which means swelling of extra fluid in the tissues of the body.</li> <li><strong>You may develop stomach ulcers: </strong>Taking too much sodium is associated with stomach ulcers as well as cancers in mammals according to the recent journal Infection and Immunity. Even though more research is required, there is no harm in reducing the amount of salt in the diet and enjoy a healthy life.</li> </ol> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Research also indicates that reducing the amounts of sodium can lower death rate over the long term. Hence, it is advisable to stick to the recommended amount of 2300mg which is equivalent to one teaspoon of salt per day to lead a healthy life.</div> </div>

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Drinking tea right after meals - Is it good or bad?

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Drinking Tea Right After Meals - Is It Good Or Bad?" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="213" src="https://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/2205d15fe15d38f26e2fd5a86aae7697/f68446.jpg" width="320" /> </div> </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> For a tea lover, nothing in the world can be more gratifying than a cup of tea. Happiness or sadness, stress or celebration, the answer to everything is a cup of heavenly delight. In addition to the hard core tea addicts, many people, in general, have the habit of drinking tea after meals. While many see this as a harmless addiction, some experts consider the habit anything but healthy. What is the truth then? Is it harmless to drink tea after meals or is the truth different from what is apprehended? In this article, we try to find an answer to this baffling question.</div> <br /> <br /> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <img alt="Dr. Namadhar Sharma | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/30b2f34d357d18f9ac12199bccf5123a/crop_100x100/Ayurveda-NamadharSharma-New-Delhi-14d615.jpg" /> <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"> </svg> </div> Dr. Namadhar Sharma <div class="person__info__degrees"> BAMS, MD - Ayurveda</div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar"> <span>Ayurveda, Delhi</span>  •  <span>33 years experience</span> </div> <br /> <strong>Some reports suggest that drinking tea, particularly the green tea or any other herbal tea after meals may be a good practice. The green tea is known for its high antioxidant and polyphenol content.</strong><br /> <ol> <li>When consumed after a meal, the green or herbal tea acts as a catalyst, accelerating the production as well as the stimulation of many digestive enzymes including gastric juice, saliva, and bile to aid in the digestion process.</li> <li>The catechins (polyphenolic compounds), an active compound present in green tea enhances the pepsin activity to a great extent. An increased pepsin activity indicates a better breakdown of the dietary proteins.</li> <li>The antioxidants in the green are known to deal with many complications associated with digestion with elan. In fact, green tea is considered an effective digestive stimulant. It is known to provide relief from intestinal gas as well as conditions of Irregular Bowel Syndrome (namely Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s disease).</li> <li>Green tea or herbal tea also helps in better absorption of the dietary nutrients.</li> </ol> While these points reflect the benefits of having tea (mainly green or herbal tea) after meals, there is the other side to it. Not all people enjoy having green tea. Thus, when we discuss the merits or the demerits, we should consider tea in general and not just herbal or green tea.<br /> <ol> <li><strong>The Tannin present in tea comes with many side effects.</strong> <ul> <li>Tannin interferes with absorption of many minerals including iron, zinc, and calcium (slows down the absorption). As a result, there may be a deficiency of these minerals, triggering a myriad of health complications.</li> <li>In some people, tannin may also trigger constipation.</li> <li>Thus, people already suffering from the deficiency of these minerals should refrain from drinking tea between meals.</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Another ingredient present in tea is the caffeine.</strong> <ul> <li>It is a well-known fact that increased consumption of caffeine can result in insomnia.</li> <li>For people with a stomach ulcer, caffeine may be harmful as it is known to aggravate the condition further.</li> <li>It can also trigger a shoot in blood pressure and heart rate.</li> </ul> </li> </ol> Taking all the points (both merits and demerits) into consideration, it is best to avoid drinking tea between meals on a regular basis.</div>

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World Food Day - Eat a perfect & healthy diet to stay fit!

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="World Food Day - How To Make The Best Of What You Eat?" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="214" src="https://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/546ff82c96a5fc7e8757c53822e4b306/ce1465.jpg" width="320" /> </div> </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> You will seldom come across a person who does not like to eat. Nothing can be more satisfying than binging on your favorite cuisine. Though the choice of food may differ from individuals to individuals, most of us live to eat. It is not without reason that food is considered a fuel that gets the body going, enabling us to carry on with our daily chores. While hot, spicy and fast foods are what most of us crave for, one cannot ignore the health benefits of a balanced and nutritious diet. A diet enriched with the essential nutrients can play a significant role to keep the vital organs of the body fit and healthy.</div> <br /> <br /> <div class="person__info__degrees"> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <img alt="Dt. Ms. Luna Jaiswal | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/001f54c9101a4f1e3bed6240b03e01f8/crop_100x100/Dietitian-Nutritionist-MsLunaJaiswal-Lucknow-17a015" /> <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"> </svg> </div> Dt. Ms. Luna Jaiswal  </div> <div class="person__info__degrees"> Diploma in Diet and Nutrition, Fellowship in Sports Science</div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar"> <span>Dietitian/Nutritionist, Lucknow</span>  •  <span>12 years experience</span> </div> <br /> <strong>Importance of a healthy and nutritious diet</strong><br /> A nutritious diet plays a pivotal role in maintaining the well-being of the body. From eyes to heart, it takes care of almost everything. Mentioned below are some of the food items that should be a part of your diet.<br /> <ol> <li><strong>Fruits:</strong> The health benefits of fruits deserve no special mention. Apple, banana, citrus fruits, berries, kiwi, guava, most of the fruits are laden with vitamins and minerals and go a long way to build the immunity and resistance of the body against various diseases and infections.</li> <li><strong>Vegetables:</strong> A diet without vegetables is anything but healthy. From antioxidants (mostly dark green vegetables) to omega-3 fatty acids, minerals to dietary fibers, incorporating vegetables in the diet takes care of most of the nutritional requirements of the body.</li> <li><strong>Meat:</strong> Equally important are animal products which include meat (chicken, lamb, crab, goat, duck, to name a few), fish (salmon, mackerel, tuna, tilapia, sardine, basa, to name a few), fish oil. Most of these are a rich source of proteins, vitamins, and minerals necessary for the overall growth of the body.</li> <li><strong>Milk and dairy products:</strong> Milk, cheese, butter, curd, ghee, being an excellent source of calcium, vitamin, minerals, fats, proteins, should be included in the diet.</li> <li><strong>Oils: One cannot miss out on the various benefits of ghee, especially of cow, mustard oil, coconut oil & olive oil and other healthy vegetable oils, such as sesame oil, rice bran oil, flaxseed oil to name a few, that are rich in nutrients including Omega-3 fatty acids.</strong></li> <li><strong>Cereals: </strong>The nutritive value of cereals (oats, rye, wheat, quinoa, rice) and pulses (black gram, lentils, chickpea, groundnuts) are also immense.</li> <li><strong>Herbs & spices: </strong>The herbs and spices that make food more palatable are known for their anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-carcinogenic properties.</li> </ol> <strong>Unhealthy habits to avoid after eating food</strong><br /> There are certain unhealthy habits which when done immediately after eating food will do the body more harm than good. Some of these include:<br /> <ol> <li>For a proper digestion of food, never take a nap soon after the meal.</li> <li>Taking a shower immediately after having food will also affect the digestion process.</li> <li>Many of us have a habit of drinking tea after a meal. However, it is an unhealthy practice that can interfere with both the digestion of food as well as with the absorption of iron.</li> <li>Eating fruits immediately after a meal will also affect the digestion of food.</li> <li>Smoking after a meal is an extremely unhealthy practice.</li> </ol> </div>

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Warning! 7 Foods you must never reheat!

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="7 Foods You Should Never Reheat!" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="214" src="https://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/2205d15fe15d38f26e2fd5a86aae7697/7ac4b9.jpg" width="320" /> </div> </div> There is no denying the fact that most foods taste the best when served hot. Most of us consider it a healthy practice to reheat the food before eating. But what if we tell you that you have been getting the facts all wrong? Certain foods when reheated can do more harm than good.<strong> </strong><br /> <br /> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <img alt="Dr. Swapnil Prabhakar | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/787f6c14289a0a6884b36f05f9e95ff5/crop_100x100/Ayurveda-SwapnilPrabhakarShinde-Jalgaon-eecd4a.png" /> <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"> </svg> </div> Dr. Swapnil Prabhakar<div class="person__info__degrees"> Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS), MD - Ayurveda</div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar"> <span>Ayurveda, Chalisgaon</span>  •  <span>8 years experience</span> </div> <br /> <strong>Mentioned below are some of the foods that should never be reheated.</strong><br /> <ol> <li><strong>Mushrooms:</strong> Mushrooms can enhance the taste of any food dish. We often keep some of the preparations aside to be savored the next day, an unknown mistake that can cost you dearly. Mushrooms are a rich source of protein. On reheating, the proteins tend to deteriorate, causing stomach upset and digestive problems. Using reheated mushroom repeatedly can even result in cardiac problems.</li> <li><strong>Chicken:</strong> Having chicken in this list can be quite a heartbreak. Many people use the cooked chicken for 2-3 days. Again, chicken is also an excellent source of protein, reheating which can result in health complications such as digestive problems. If you want to stay healthy, avoid reheating the cooked chicken.</li> <li><strong>Celery and spinach:</strong> Spinach and celery are both commonly used in soups. Nobody wants to have their soup cold. Spinach and celery are rich in nitrates. So when we reheat the soup to make it more palatable, the nitrates present in the ingredients get converted to nitrites. Nitrite is carcinogenic and can be extremely toxic to the body. For the same reason, do not reheat any food dish containing turnips, beet, and carrots.</li> <li><strong>Eggs:</strong> Seldom will you find a person who does not like eggs. Be it breakfast, lunch or dinner, boiled, scrambled or in a curry, you can never get bored of eating eggs. Like chicken meat and mushrooms, eggs are an excellent source of proteins, reason enough to include them in your diet. However, reheating egg preparations destroy all the associated health benefits as the protein in the egg deteriorates resulting in digestive problems. The best idea would be to prepare the dish and have it immediately.</li> <li><strong>Rice: </strong>Almost everyone reheats the rice before eating with the belief that having cold rice can cause health problems, This is a misconception that will do you no good. Rice cooked should be eaten immediately. It is believed that uncooked rice contains bacterial spores that often causes food poisoning. When you keep the cooked rice unrefrigerated at room temperature, these spores undergo rapid multiplication. Reheating will do the spores no harm. If you want to store cooked rice, always refrigerate it.</li> <li><strong>Potatoes: </strong> Storing the cooked potatoes at room temperature can act as a catalyst enhancing the growth of Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium responsible for botulism (a type of food poisoning that can result in flaccid paralysis of muscles).</li> <li><strong>Oil: </strong>Certain oils such as those of walnut, avocado, grape seeds, and hazelnut can become smelly with an unpleasant taste when reheated (as these oils have a low smoke point).</li> </ol> </div>

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Leftover food - 3 Reasons why you must never eat it!

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Reasons Why You Should Not Eat Leftover Food!" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="214" src="https://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/cca97c80d89ae5468547088748abbee7/073079.jpg" width="320" /> </div> </div> According to Unani, the act of eating is considered as life-giving which is essential for both physical and mental health. Hence, Unani recommends a particular set of guidelines as to how, when and what foods should you eat to achieve a balance in the body. And this includes eating freshly cooked foods for every meal because leftover foods are devoid of “Prana” which is the vital energy, so it restricts digestion and disturbs well-being.<br /> <div class="person__info__degrees"> <img alt="Dr. The Herbals | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/13cfbe2c73ba5c0e343f6de8f0b97652/crop_100x100/Unani-TheHerbals-9a9624.jpg" /> <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"> </svg> Dr. The Herbals</div> <div class="person__info__degrees"> BHMS, MD - Psychiatry, MD - Homeopathy</div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar"> <span>Unani Specialist, Delhi</span>  •  <span>16 years experience</span> </div> <br /> <br /> But we all often tend to store leftovers in the fridge and eat it either because it is easier than cooking every meal or because we end up making more than required and thus have to store it to avoid food waste. But it is an unhealthy practice. Read on to know more in this regard.<br /> <ul> <li><strong>Leftover food is the breeding ground for numerous microbes: </strong>None of us refrigerate the foods immediately after cooking. The food is left to be consumed first, and then the leftover is brought down to room temperature and is then refrigerated. This creates an ideal environment for the micro-organisms to multiply at a fast pace and spoil the food. This is the reason why leftover food sometimes doesn’t taste good enough. The classic example of this is cooked rice. The issues with leftover rice primarily arise from the way in which it is stored. According to the reports of the Foods Standard Agency, uncooked rice tends to contain spores of harmful bacteria which are sturdy enough to survive through the initial process of cooking. When the excess amount of rice is not stored at the right temperature, the spores will start spreading and multiplying leading to various digestion problems when consumed.</li> <li><strong>Storing contaminated foods leads to cross-contamination: </strong>When you are storing foods rich in high bacterial load in your fridge, other foods can also get contaminated with these bacteria. Therefore, the chance of spoiling the foods increases at a fast pace while growing kids are likely to fall ill due to the different doshas occurring in the body.</li> <li><strong>Leftover food doesn’t contain any nutrients: </strong>Most of us cook foods in high flames which causes a total loss of nutrients. Then we refrigerate it for long hours which worsens the condition of the foods thereby making the foods lack in most of the essential nutrients. Especially, Vata individuals with weak digestion should avoid leftovers altogether as it might cause stomach upset.</li> </ul> Though there are such compelling reasons for not eating leftovers, it cannot be avoided as well in our busy lives. So, in such circumstances, it is advisable to finish the leftovers within 48 hours at the latest. But in general, Unani recommends eating freshly prepared meals with fresh produce as much as possible to maintain overall well-being.</div>

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Empty stomach - 5 Things you must never consume!

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="5 Things You Must Never Consume Empty Stomach!" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="214" src="https://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/cca97c80d89ae5468547088748abbee7/659d95.jpg" width="320" /> </div> </div> From our early memories, we would have been drilleed down with the importance of food and the benefits of eating certain foods. We naturally tend to assume that foods make us grow and sometimes we end up gobbling tons of food with a childhood innocence that they are going to make us taller and smarter in a jiffy. Looking back, we tend to smile at those memories nostalgically. However, in some cases, we grow up or we simply ignore one basic rule of eating the right food at the right time.<br /> <br /> <div class="person__info__degrees"> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <img alt="Dt. Sangeeta Malik | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/8bf4e41842c98b68a86325f470d8609f/crop_100x100/Dietitian-Nutritionist-SangeetaMalik-new-delhi-dcf31a.jpg" /> <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"> <path d="M20.976,15.64a5.541,5.541,0,0,0-.725-1.31,4.971,4.971,0,0,0-4-2.025H15.278l-0.062.149a3.563,3.563,0,0,1-2.887,1.952v4.739a2.625,2.625,0,0,1-2.634,2.6,2.042,2.042,0,0,1-1.507-.624A2.656,2.656,0,0,1,7.541,19.4a1.829,1.829,0,1,1,.487.013,2.163,2.163,0,0,0,.513,1.378,1.551,1.551,0,0,0,1.153.472,2.165,2.165,0,0,0,2.149-2.118V14.419a3.711,3.711,0,0,1-3.164-1.965L8.616,12.3H7.745A4.942,4.942,0,0,0,2.8,17.233V23.8H21.2V17.233A4.9,4.9,0,0,0,20.976,15.64ZM7.812,7.918A1.729,1.729,0,0,0,8.3,9.2,4.225,4.225,0,0,0,9.3,11.95c0.232,0.267,1.428,1.579,2.6,1.579h0.065a4.162,4.162,0,0,0,2.48-1.389,4.512,4.512,0,0,0,1.116-2.963,1.771,1.771,0,0,0,.395-1.2,0.917,0.917,0,0,0-.231-0.483c0.176-.487,1.423-4.13-0.138-5.2A4.15,4.15,0,0,0,11.41.36,2.843,2.843,0,0,0,8.849,1.933c-0.425.255-1.822,1.424-.786,5.4A1.1,1.1,0,0,0,7.812,7.918Zm0.022,8.344A1.338,1.338,0,1,0,9.177,17.6,1.342,1.342,0,0,0,7.834,16.262Z" fill="#bfbfbf"></path> </svg> </div> Dt. Sangeeta Malik </div> <div class="person__info__degrees"> Masters in Nutritional Therapy, Lifestyle & Weight Management, Sport Nutritions, graduation in Nutrition & Dietics</div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar"> <span>Dietitian/Nutritionist, New delhi</span>  •  <span>30 years experience</span> </div> <br /> Foods are very much related to time and the physics of our body can agree with them only if they are taken for a certain period. For instance, there are some foods that are beneficial to us, but can actually work in a negative way, if taken at a wrong time. <strong>For example, there are some foods that should never be taken on an empty stomach. Here are some such foods that you may want to know:</strong><br /> <ol> <li><strong>Tomatoes: </strong>Tomatoes are no doubt full of vitamins and antioxidants. However, when eaten on an empty stomach, these ingredients combine with acidic nature of our stomach and can result in stomach block. They put unnecessary pressure on the stomach and can cause stomach ache. This can be dangerous for people who are already suffering from ulcers.</li> <li><strong>Citrus Fruits: </strong>Though citrus fruits like oranges, grapefruits, and lemons are high in vitamin C, fiber and antioxidants, they may irritate your stomach when taken first thing in the morning. The oesophagus lining of your stomach gets enlarged when there is no food to digest and taking these fruits can directly enlarge them even more, causing more friction to your stomach.</li> <li><strong>Short Crust/Puff Pastry: </strong>Pastries can be a good combination for breakfast but it is a strict no on an empty stomach. Pastries and crusts have yeast in them and they simply will not go well for an empty stomach.</li> <li><strong>Carbonated Drinks: </strong>Carbonated drinks are basically bad for health and imagine having them on an early morning. Nothing can be more troublesome for your stomach than having these carbonated drinks first thing in the morning. They up the risk of cancer and heart diseases and can also lead to many other complications. Strictly avoid them on an empty stomach.</li> <li><strong>Coffee or Tea: </strong>Is having coffee the first thing that you do in the morning? You may be unaware but you are actually causing a lot of harm to your body. Drinking coffee on an empty stomach can increase the levels of hydrochloric acid and can lead to constipation vomiting. They also slow the digestion process. Try having a glass of water on an empty stomach; give it some time to settle and then intake caffeine.</li> </ol> </div>

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