6 Spices & Herbs That You Must Eat!

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="6 Spices & Herbs That You Must Eat!" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="267" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/32d9699bc65e483234643dfbc6315da9/6cd5f8.jpg" width="400" /> </div> </div> The use of herbs and spices has been important through the course of history. Modern scientific research has shown that many herbs and spices offer various health benefits and are known for their medicinal properties even before they were used for cooking.<br /> <br /> <div class="person__info__degrees"> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <img alt="Dr. P.K. Srivastava | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/b22bfc63a64e911ad73e5c83d24ac6ee/crop_100x100/Ayurveda-PkSrivastava-Noida-77f1ea.JPG" />  </div> <b>Dr. P.K. Srivastava  </b></div> <div class="person__info__degrees"> Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)</div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar"> <span>Ayurveda, Noida</span>  •  <span>40 years experience</span> </div> <br /> <ol> <li><strong>Cinnamon: </strong>Helps in regulating blood sugar levels. Cinnamon is widely used in various types of <strong>culinary creations, particularly baked goods</strong>. Cinnamon is rich in a compound called <strong>cinnamaldehyde, which endows the herb with its medicinal properties.</strong> This spice contains the highest level of antioxidants than other spices, which helps in fighting inflammation and has been proved to lower down levels of triglycerides and cholesterol in the blood. Many studies have also shown that cinnamon can lower down your blood sugar level by slowing down the breakdown of carbohydrates as well as improving insulin sensitivity.</li> <li><strong>Sage:</strong> Helps in improving memory and brain functions. The name “sage” is derived from the Latin word Salvere, meaning “to save.” In recent times, several researches have been conducted that show the efficacy of sage in improving functions of the brain and memory, particularly in individuals who are suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. Other studies have indicated that sage can improve the function of the brain, both in young and old.</li> <li><strong>Peppermint:</strong> Aids in reducing nausea. Peppermint is well known for its medicinal usage, which makes it a critical <strong>component of aromatherapy.</strong> Many studies have shown that use of peppermint oil helps in alleviating the pain caused by irritable bowel syndrome. There are some studies that indicate peppermint can also help in fighting the problem of nausea among women in labour.</li> <li><strong>Turmeric: </strong>Endowed with anti-inflammatory properties. Turmeric is a popular spice that is used for giving the yellow colour to the curry, but it also contains several medicinal properties. Turmeric is rich in curcumin content, which is an anti-oxidant that not only helps in preventing damage from oxidation, but also boosts the body’s own antioxidant enzymes. It also has strong anti-inflammatory properties, which can match to that of many anti-inflammatory drugs.</li> <li><strong>Holy basil:</strong> Helps in fighting infection. Basil, one of the sacred herbs in India, is known for inhibiting the growth of numerous bacteria, molds and yeasts. It can also reduce the blood sugar levels, both before and after meals. Holy basil also aids in fighting anxiety and depression.</li> <li><strong>Cayenne pepper:</strong> Aids in controlling appetite. Those individuals who are looking to lose weight can use the cayenne pepper as it not only helps in controlling appetite, but also increases the amount of fat burned. This is the primary reason why it has been included in many commercial weight loss supplements. Some animal studies have indicated that the capsaicin content in cayenne pepper also helps in fighting liver, lung and even prostate cancer.</li> </ol> All the herbs and spices come from different parts of the plants such as flowers, fruits, barks, seeds, leaves, and roots as well. These essential parts of the plant not only make the dishes taste better, but also aid in preserving them for a longer span of time.</div>

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Ajwain Water - 15 Surprising Health Benefits!

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Ajwain Water - 15 Surprising Health Benefits!" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="267" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/32d9699bc65e483234643dfbc6315da9/d05696.jpg" width="400" /> </div> </div> Ajwain or carom seeds are the best thing to have ever happened to mankind, especially to those of us who suffer from digestive problems on a regular basis. They have a slew of benefits apart from just curing an upset stomach.<br /> <br /> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <img alt="Dr. Robin Anand | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/efe2c37147ebf237d41c6fcab6ec34ab/crop_100x100/Ayurveda-RobinAnand-Ambala-City-58f1e4.jpg" />  </div> Dr. Robin Anand<br /> <div class="person__info__degrees"> BAMS</div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar"> <span>Ayurveda, Ambala</span>  •  <span>6 years experience</span> </div> <br /> <strong>Let’s take you through the benefits of ajwain water or carom seeds boiled in water.</strong><br /> <ol> <li><strong>Acidity: </strong>Carom seeds are the best bulwark against acidity, especially when taken along with ginger powder and cumin seeds. For curing flatulence, carom seeds work best when they are soaked in lime juice, dried and then consumed with warm water daily. This works as a miracle against flatulence.</li> <li><strong>Asthma: </strong>Ajwain water cleans mucus from the body and provides relief from cold and cough. Apart from this, it also helps in treating bronchitis and asthma. The effects are even better if you take ajwain with jaggery twice a day. For best relief from cold, inhale the steam of carom seeds infused in hot water.</li> <li><strong>Irregular menses: </strong>Ajwain water is an excellent remedy for getting regular periods.</li> <li><strong>Liver and kidney malfunction: </strong>Ajwain water treats intestinal pains caused due to indigestion and also gets rid of liver and kidney malfunctions.</li> <li><strong>Weight loss:</strong> Ajwain water taken on an empty stomach every day helps dissolve body fat and helps to reduce weight. You can also consume 1tsp of carom seeds on an empty stomach every morning to reap its weight loss benefits.</li> <li><strong>Tooth pain: </strong>Ajwain seeds have been proven to cure tooth pain. Ajwain oil mixed with olive oil and water is an excellent panacea for tooth ache and bad mouth odour. This mixture also maintains oral hygiene.</li> <li><strong>Itching, boils, and eczema: </strong>Ajwain seeds ground into a paste with lukewarm water and applied on the affected parts of the body can get rid of boils and itching.</li> <li><strong>Arthritis: </strong>A massage with carom seeds oil on joints affected with arthritis is an excellent way to get rid of pain.</li> <li><strong>Trembles:</strong> Ajwain soaked in water in the night and consumed the next morning on a daily basis is useful in treating trembling and shaking of limbs.</li> <li><strong>Eye cleanser: </strong>Cold ajwain water can be used to wash itchy eyes for cleaning them.</li> <li><strong>Flu: </strong>Carom seeds boiled with cinnamon powder in water is one of the best natural remedies for flu.</li> <li><strong>Diarrhea: </strong>Ajwain water taken twice daily is an excellent cure for diarrhea.</li> <li><strong>Menstrual cramps: </strong>Carom seeds work as a nerve tonic and are used to relax nerves during menses, decreasing menstrual cramps. You can also apply carom seed oil on the lower abdomen to get relief.</li> <li><strong>Heart: </strong>Ajwain water can cure chest pains. You can add jaggery to get instant relief.</li> <li><strong>Lactation: </strong>Ajwain water is excellent for lactating women as it increases milk flow. </li> </ol> </div>

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7 Foods That Never Expire!

<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 That Never Expire!" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="267" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/32d9699bc65e483234643dfbc6315da9/663a01.jpg" width="400" /> </div> </div> There are many food items which would become stale after a few hours, but there are certain foods which may last forever without the need to can them or freeze or dehydrate. If an individual is new to the field of food storage, these staples can be an excellent way to begin.<br /> <br /> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <img alt="Dt. Divya Gandhi | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/ff05af9e3813eb1cbffb7bee8eb350ee/crop_100x100/Dietitian-Nutritionist-DivyaGandhi-New-Delhi-ca2544.jpg" /> <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"> </svg> </div> <b>Dt. Divya Gandhi</b><br /> <div class="person__info__degrees"> Diploma in Diet and Nutrition -, Diploma in Dietitics , Health & Nutrition</div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar"> Dietitian/Nutritionist, New Delhi  •  5 years experience </div> <br /> <ol> <li><b>White rice: </b>There are numerous researchers who have found that polished or white rice keeps up their nutrient content and flavour for almost 30 years if it can be stored in oxygen-free containers in temperatures that range below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Brown rice, on the other hand, doesn’t last more than six months owing to the availability of natural oils in the bran layer. </li> <li><b>Honey: </b>Honey is preferably the only food that would last forever due to the perfect chemistry and the handiwork of the bees. The nectar extracted from the flower gets mixed with the enzymes present in the bees’ bodies which alter the composition of the nectar. The nectar is further broken down into simple sugars and is accumulated in the honeycombs. The processing, as well as sealing of the honey, is primarily responsible for the incredible shelf life.</li> <li><b>Salt: </b>Since sodium chloride is a mineral which is taken from the natural components of the earth, its shelf-life should come as a natural consequence. It is used for centuries as a means of preserving other food products as it can extract out all the moisture. But this doesn’t indicate that the table salt would last forever. Experts say that the addition of the iodine to the table salt reduces the shelf life of the salt which means that if the label says that it is an iodized salt, it will not last over five years.</li> <li><b>Soy sauce: </b>When left unopened, a container filled with soya sauce would last for a significantly long period. But it is also dependent on the type of soy sauce and the additives used. Even if the soy sauce has been opened, this salty condiment will last for many years if stored in the refrigerator.</li> <li><b>Sugar: </b>Quite similar to many items, the storage process of the sugar determines whether the sugar is going to last for long or not. Granulated and powdered sugar must be kept under an airtight condition to steer clear of moisture. Although retailers are needed to provide the manufacturing dates of the sugar, manufacturers say that the sugar remains edible even if it has hardened and become brown.</li> <li><b>Pure maple syrup: </b>Pure maple syrup, as well as commercial sugars such as granular sugars and honey, has an irresistible life owing to its shield against any kinds of microbial growth. Unopened maple syrup shall last forever, and in case there is the formation of mould, boiling it to a certain degree and skimming the surface and ultimately pouring it to a clean and air-tight container would eliminate all the problems.</li> <li><b>Clarified butter: </b>This kind of butter is boiled unless the total moisture is extracted, which is the reason that it doesn’t go bad. As long as the clarified butter or ghee is stored in sealed container under cool temperature, it would last for about 100 years.</li> </ol> </div>

7 Foods That Never Expire!

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Is eating Yogurt good for you?

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Is eating Yogurt good for you?" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="267" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/32d9699bc65e483234643dfbc6315da9/15eff9.jpg" width="400" /> </div> </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> ‘Probiotic’ is one of the most popular word in health food industry today. The health food and grocery stores today are full of options on probiotic food and drinks. The literal meaning of probiotic is ‘for life’. Probiotics in scientific terms are microorganisms who provide enormous health benefits when consumed. In normal terms, they are friendly bacteria needed for our body to maintain a healthy gut.  </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div class="person__info__degrees"> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <img alt="Dr. Arya G R | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/f505ad8ef06514af34836051d12ec5c2/crop_100x100/Ayurveda-AryaGR-Bangalore-f566d0.jpg" /> <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"> </svg> </div> <b>Dr. Arya G R</b> </div> <div class="person__info__degrees"> BSc, BSAM, Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)</div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar"> <span>Ayurveda, Bangalore</span>  •  <span>48 years experience</span></div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar"> <span> </span> </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Yogurt is one such super healthy food made by adding friendly bacteria to the milk. Doctors recommend eating a bowl of yogurt (400 gms) every day. Being a dairy product, Yogurt is not only packed with Calcium and Protein, it is also a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, B2, B12, Riboflavin, Potassium, Phosphorous and Magnesium.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <strong>Let’s now look at some well researched health benefits of yogurt:</strong></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Yoghurt is effective in the prevention of Osteoporosis. This calcium rich food serves great benefits when fortified with Vitamin D. Look for yogurt with a boost of vitamin D as consumption of Calcium and vitamin D on a regular basis can aid in the prevention of Osteoporosis.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <strong>In cases of gastrointestinal conditions like diarrhea, inflammatory bowel disease and constipation, eating yogurt ensures that our digestive system regains its balance with good bacteria.</strong></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Many of us need to consume antibiotics in sickness to eliminate the infection. However, antibiotics not only kill disease causing, but good bacteria as well. Thus, it is very beneficial to consume yogurt especially when on antibiotics to help our body replenish lost nutrients and good bacteria.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Yogurt has now emerged as a beauty ingredient. A lot has been said about yogurt and weight management as well as its skin care benefits. A lot of beauty products now boost of yogurt goodness. Eat Yogurt and apply a yogurt mask for a spotless glowing skin!</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Yogurt can leave you feeling full for long as it has high-quality protein. Thus, it can be a great snacking option. These days, yogurt occupy a big place in the food industry. We have many options over the counter from frozen yogurt, sweetened or flavored ones, smoothies to thick Greek yogurts. Though they are all great options to have, it is important to go for trusted brands and read the ingredients before you buy. Nutritionists, however, recommend fresh homemade yogurt over the ready-made ones to reap their maximum benefits.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> There are many ways to add variety to your yogurt bowl every day. Whip it up with some fresh fruits; add ground flax seeds or nuts for a boost of Omega-3. Blend it with some natural honey and muesli for a perfect healthy smoothie.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Say cheers to good health with a bowl of yogurt every day!</div> </div>

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Fruits Vs Vegetables - What is More Healthy?

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Fruits Vs Vegetables - What is More Healthy?" class="ly-health-story__media__img" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/af6adc78786f5296fd61a27d094c3ede/923971.jpg" /> </div> </div> It is common knowledge that fruits as well as vegetables provide you with a natural combination of large number of nutrients, which help in the overall nourishment of your body. However, there are differences that are quite noticeable. Both the categories can be further divided into subcategories:<br /> <br /> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <img alt="Dt. Asha | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/1d4cca527300049ba67e76b55d688826/crop_100x100/Dietitian-Nutritionist-Asha-Bangalore-a32305.jpg" />  </div> <b>Dt. Asha</b><br /> <div class="person__info__degrees"> Master of Science - Clinical Nutrition & dietetics</div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar"> <span>Dietitian/Nutritionist, Bangalore</span>  •  <span>10 years experience</span> </div> <br /> <ol> <li><strong>Fruits consist of</strong> <ul> <li>Fruits such as apple, mango</li> <li>Nuts such as almonds and peanuts</li> <li>Legumes such as garbanzo beans</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Vegetables consist of</strong> <ul> <li>Leaves such as lettuce and cabbage</li> <li>Stems such as asparagus and celery</li> <li>Buds such as broccoli</li> <li>Roots such as carrot, radish</li> </ul> </li> </ol> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Even though fruits as well as vegetables contain some similar nutrients, <strong>the number of micronutrients (chemical substances which are needed for the overall development and growth of the body) are generally higher in vegetables than fruits.</strong> On the other hand, <strong>fruits tend to have more macronutrients (types of foods required ion adequate amounts in one’s diet) as compared to vegetables.</strong></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <strong>Vegetables</strong><br /> Micronutrients are a class of <strong>nutrients that include vitamins, minerals and some phytonutrients that are mandatory for proper health.</strong> The right concentration of micronutrients plays a major role in supporting the healthy functioning of the organs. Leafy vegetables have an abundance of micronutrients such as the various vitamins as well as iron, calcium and magnesium; they play a major role in the proper functioning of the nervous system, bones, eyes, teeth, skin, muscles, blood cells, nails as well as the immune system. Root vegetables, along with being powerhouses of minerals and vitamins like the leafy vegetables, <strong>also additionally supply carbohydrates, especially complex-carbohydrates (carbohydrates which gradually supply constant energy to the body).</strong></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <strong>Fruits</strong><br /> The main difference between vegetable and fruits is that fruits contain substantially higher amounts of macronutrients than vegetables. These are the <strong>energy giving and caloric components of foods. These include proteins, carbohydrates and fats. Apples, bananas, oranges and other common fruits have higher concentrations of simple carbohydrates or sugars, like fructose</strong>. Vegetables tend to have lesser levels of fructose.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <strong>Fruits vs. Vegetables</strong><br /> Giving preference to vegetables over other foods would help in increasing the intake of nutrients that aid good health. At the same time, it helps in reducing intake of foods with high calories. On the other hand, fruits have low levels of fat and high level of fiber and water. This is required by the body for maintaining its digestive health. <strong>Fruits also have low sodium-content and high levels of natural sugars.</strong> This makes them an adequate substitute for processed foods that contain empty calories. Fruits contain calories that are densely packed with nutrients that supply vitamins and minerals along with energy.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> All in all a balanced mix of both of them is highly recommended as one cannot substitute the requirement another fulfills.</div> </div>

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Kidney Problems - 4 Signs to Watch For!

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Kidney Problems - 4 Signs to Watch For!" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="267" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/32d9699bc65e483234643dfbc6315da9/a836f0.jpg" width="400" /> </div> </div> The kidneys are small organs that filter about 200 liters of water each day, removing out about 2 liters of toxins and wastes in a water medium as urine. In addition to maintaining the fluid levels in the body, they also produce hormones that regulate blood pressure, produce red blood cells, and play a vital role in maintaining bone health. Any problem with the kidney, infection or otherwise, can lead to its improper functioning, causing damaging results on the rest of the body organs.<br /> <br /> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <img alt="Dr. N Nagarajaiah | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/9016ecf9cdfd890943fdc4ceff8426b9/crop_100x100/Urology-NNagarajaiah-Bangalore-1c32f1.jpg" /> <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"> </svg> </div> Dr. N Nagarajaiah<br /> <br /> <div class="person__info__degrees"> MCh - Urology, MS - General Surgery , MBBS</div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar"> <span>Urologist, Bangalore</span>  •  <span>29 years experience</span> </div> <br /> While the bad news is that most diseases from infections to diabetes to hypertension and cancer have an adverse effect on the kidneys, there are signs that can be watched out for, which can indicate a problem with the kidneys and so further damage prevented. Read on to know some of the most common symptoms of kidney disease and how further progression can be prevented.<br /> <ol> <li><strong>Change in urination process: </strong>Any change in the process of urination should be a warning for a test. It could be change in color or the appearance of the urine, painful urination, burning on urination, difficulty to start and stop a stream, or too frequent or infrequent urinations. These are usually the first symptoms of kidney disease and should be an alarm to get a kidney function test done. If you have hypertension or a strong family history of kidney disease, then getting a simple urine test to check optimal kidney function is definitely mandated. These could indicate conditions like infection, diabetes, kidney failure, or other conditions which can all be identified with further testing and then treated accordingly. The progress of the disease can be halted, which can help improve overall quality of life.</li> <li><strong>Fatigue, loss of energy:</strong> As noted above, impaired kidney function leads to other organs being affected and buildup of toxins in the body. There is also anemia which sets in due to decrease in red blood cells and therefore reduced overall energy levels, loss of sleep, and fatigue.</li> <li><strong>Swollen eyes, feet, and ankles:</strong> Reduced kidney function leads to fluid accumulation, sodium retention, loss of protein, which all lead to swollen eyes and ankles and feet. These are easy to identify and should ring a bell to get checked for kidney functions.</li> <li><strong>Muscle cramps:</strong> Improper electrolyte levels can affect muscle functioning, leading to painful cramps. Along with changes in the process of urination, this should be an indication of underlying kidney disease.</li> </ol> Keep a track of any above mentioned problems as they can help in saving not just the kidneys but all the vital organs.</div>

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Cinnamon (Daalchinni) - 6 Amazing Health Benefits of 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="Cinnamon (Daalchinni) - 6 Amazing Health Benefits of it!" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="267" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/cca97c80d89ae5468547088748abbee7/b57ae2.jpg" width="400" /> </div> </div> <br /> Cinnamon is usually seen as a condiment added to almost any kind of dish to make it flavourful. But no dish in this world has ingredients which do not benefit the eater nutritionally. Cinnamon has been used for a long time in Ayurvedic medicines. It is a natural ingredient which keeps people healthy and nourished.<br /> <br />  <img alt="Dr. Richa Sharma Khare | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/1ac7ddfb183e605caafacf9e22d5b26b/crop_100x100/Ayurveda-RichaSharmaKhare-Faridabad-fa4462.jpg" /><br /> Dr. Richa Sharma Khare <br /> <div class="person__info__degrees"> Panchkarma Course, Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)</div> <div class="person__info__stats lybPad-btm--quar"> <span>Ayurveda, Faridabad</span>  •  <span>24 years experience</span> </div> <br /> <strong>There are several benefits of consuming cinnamon some of them are explained below.</strong><br /> <ol> <li><strong>Antioxidants:</strong> Polyphenol is one such antioxidant that is present in cinnamon. In fact, a study has shown that out of twenty-six natural ingredients which contain this property, cinnamon has emerged as a clear winner, even leaving behind garlic. <strong>It is also the antioxidant-rich property of cinnamon which makes it a well-known preservative</strong>. Thus apart from adding flavour, and having anti oxidant properties, cinnamon also preserves the food for a longer time.</li> <li><strong>Anti-inflammatory:</strong> This is one of the most important properties of cinnamon. This helps in fighting diseases and keeps infections and diseases causing germs at bay.</li> <li><strong>Helps in controlling heart diseases:</strong> Diabetes is one of the main causes of heart disease. However, it can be kept in control by controlling cholesterol levels and triglyceride levels. This can be effectively done by cinnamon. Thus by controlling diabetes and increasing good cholesterol in the body, cinnamon actually reduces the risk of getting heart diseases.</li> <li><strong>Reduces insulin resistance:</strong> Insulin is an important element in the body. It controls hormonal and even blood sugar levels in the body. However, there are many people who have resistance to insulin. This actually is a serious issue which can give rise to diabetes and various other problems. However, a minimal intake of cinnamon everyday reduces the risk of being insulin resistant and helps the body to accept insulin more readily.</li> <li><strong>Lowers blood sugar level:</strong> After mentioning how cinnamon makes insulin more acceptable in the body, it is important to highlight the other factors which are controlled by this ingredient which helps in maintaining a balanced sugar level in the body. First, it regulates the glucose entering the body. Second, cinnamon is made of a particular type of compound which can act as a substitute for insulin.</li> <li><strong>Cancer:</strong> Till date, even after heavy research and tests, cancer has no definite cure. But theory has it that there are many natural preventive measures which can be taken against this deadly disease- consumption of cinnamon being one of them.</li> </ol> </div>

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Nuts - Reasons Why You Must Eat Them!

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Nuts - Reasons Why You Must Eat Them!" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="267" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/32d9699bc65e483234643dfbc6315da9/7b938e.jpg" width="400" /> </div> </div> Nuts were rediculed till a few years back by the diet-conscious population because they are high in fats. However, now they are being embraced by the very same people because of their heart healthy, anti diabetes and weight loss properties.<br /> <br />   <br /> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <img alt="Dr. Mahendra B Mehta | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/3402cec1fdc42253b07148f70dfe940f/crop_100x100/General-Physician-MahendraBMehta-Mumbai-934c47.jpg" /> <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"> </svg> </div> Dr. Mahendra B Mehta<div class="person__info__degrees"> PG Diploma in Clinical Research, Diploma in Acupuncture, MBBS, College Of Physicians & Surgeons</div> <div class="person__info__stats"> <span>General Physician, Mulund</span>  •  <span>42 years experience</span> </div> <br /> <strong>Recent research has transformed mindsets</strong>. Extensive studies published in reputed journals prove that nuts not only promote heart health and fight diabetes, but they also aid in weight-loss. Nuts are nutritional nuggets containing phytochemicals and unsaturated fats, which are a type of fat that promotes heart-health. <strong>They also contain high levels of Vitamin E, folic acid, magnesium, copper and antioxidants.</strong><br /> <strong>Promoters of weight loss</strong><br /> <strong> </strong><br /> Nuts are some of the<strong> most filling food items available in your kitchen cabinets.</strong> The high fibre and protein in nuts makes you feel full faster. This means you will never binge eat on nuts, you will not reach for the pizza in the fridge and therefore, not pile on the kilos. Because of this, nuts are a dieter’s dream.<br /> <br /> The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition says that dieters stick with their diet plan longer if nuts are included in it. In fact they don’t feel they are on a diet, if they’re allowed to eat nuts while dieting. Other prestigious studies suggest that women who eat nuts tend to be slimmer than women who don’t. Nuts like<strong> peanuts can increase your metabolic rate</strong>. So you burn up more calories and lose weight.<br /> <br /> Nuts <strong>also stabilize your blood sugar as they are low glycemic index foods</strong>. This means they are digested more slowly and release sugar gradually into the bloodstream, as compared to food items such as rice that is a high glycemic index food. Low glycemic index food products also provide long-term energy and decrease cravings.<br /> <br /> <strong>Nuts contain calories, but these calories come along with awesome health benefits. </strong>Since, one ounce of nuts contains 160- 200 calories, it’s important to remember<strong> not to binge on other fatty foods like ghee </strong>along with nuts. Balance is important while having these nutrient-dense foods. If you don’t do this, you will end up putting on weight instead of losing it.<br /> <br /> <strong>Apart from portion control, nutritionists suggest that you do the following:</strong><br /> <ol> <li>Eat nuts along with other food items, like mix and match nuts with fruits, sprinkle nuts on soups, cheese or breads and eat them with salads.</li> <li>Eat small portions and avoid eating handful of nuts at a go.</li> <li>The nuts that are really good are walnuts, almonds, Macadamia nuts, pecans and cashews. So try to include more of these. Also, if you are allergic to peanuts, stay away from them.</li> <li>Avoid sweet or flavoured varieties of nuts. These contain extra doses of salt and sugar and can end up making you fat. </li> </ol> </div>

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Pickle vs chutney - Which has more health benefits?

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div style="text-align: center;">  <img alt="Pickle vs Chutney - Which Is Healthier?" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="267" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/32d9699bc65e483234643dfbc6315da9/4f1603.jpg" width="400" /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> The primary difference between pickle and chutney lies in the fact that pickles are meant to be preserved for months together while chutneys are devoid of preservatives and are required to be consumed very soon. Both of these food items proffer a host of health benefits including an optimum supply of all the needful minerals and vitamins along with the antioxidants. <strong>Some of the ingredients present in the pickle and chutney help in controlling high blood pressure, diabetes, improves digestion and immunity.</strong></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <strong>Pickles and the process of preparing the pickles</strong></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <strong> </strong> </div> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <img alt="Dr. Vijay Prakash | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/32bb222c478fbca455077360df9d65be/crop_100x100/Ayurveda-VijayPrakash-Kanpur-9b1878.jpg" /> <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"> </svg> </div> Dr. Vijay Prakash<div class="person__info__degrees"> Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)</div> <div class="person__info__stats"> <span>Ayurveda, Kanpur</span>  •  <span>17 years experience</span> </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <strong> </strong><br /> The process of making pickles is known to have originated in India, and it was the most viable way of preserving food items so that it can be stored for future usage. The process started as a means of preserving those food items, which are not available all through the year. The conventional means of <strong>preparing pickles in oriental style incorporates the usage of ingredients like oil, salt, chilli powder along with other condiments</strong>. The<strong> ingredients are mixed as per the set proportions</strong>, and there are many health benefits of eating pickles on a regular basis.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> As per the reports of <strong>NSDA, pickles contain moisture, energy, fat, protein, carbohydrates, fibres, vitamins and sugar</strong>. The long list of vitamins includes Vitamin A, Vitamin B, Vitamin B-12, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, riboflavin, niacin, thiamin, and folate. Indian pickles abound in phosphorus, iron, magnesium, sodium and potassium. <strong>The health benefits of pickles include the supply of necessary antioxidants, probiotics which are the gut-friendly antibiotics, helps in digestion, improve haemoglobin levels in anaemic people</strong>. There are some pickles which aid in controlling blood pressure levels and have hepatoprotective properties.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <strong>Chutney and their health benefits</strong><br /> Chutneys are a ubiquitous component of Indian cuisine, and some of the most common<strong> flavours added to the chutneys include ginger, garlic, onion salt, sugar and tamarind among others.</strong> Homemade chutneys prepared in almost all Indian households <strong>can be preserved for about a week in the refrigerator.</strong> Chutneys are <strong>filled with vitamins along with other nutrients, and less usage of oil makes it fat-free</strong>. They are rich in antioxidants, and sometimes fresh leaves are added to ensure inclusion of chlorophyll.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Just like pickles, chutneys also offer a wide range of advantages for one’s health. It provides the <strong>body with the needful amount of antioxidants which are the micronutrients that aid in protecting the body from the free radicals. These free radicals are a type of unstable chemicals being generated at the time of cellular metabolism and react with the cells and cause damage to the DNA</strong>. The DNA then becomes unstable and gives way to the production of more free radicals which can be controlled by the consumption of antioxidants. The chutneys also supply the body with all the vitamins, minerals and other micronutrients which are necessary for sustaining healthy living.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <strong>To conclude, both pickles, as well as chutneys, are a significant part of the Indian food habits. Both of these items have a great taste and offer a wide variety of health aids which testifies to their consumption on a regular basis.</strong></div> </div>

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Quinoa - 10 Reasons why you must 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=" Quinoa - 10 Reasons Why You Must Have it!" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="267" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/32d9699bc65e483234643dfbc6315da9/40e54d.jpg" width="400" /> </div> </div> Gluten free, super foods are lining the shelves of supermarkets and taking over our lives as we endeavour to become more responsible about what we eat the impact on our body. One such food includes the nutrient and mineral rich Quinoa, a grain that originated in South America, and is now available worldwide. Here are the ten health benefits of Quinoa, as proven and backed by scientific research.<br /> <br /> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <img alt="Dt. Geeta Shenoy | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/08e45f7698664803e9a3396a7d5cb99d/crop_100x100/Dietitian-Nutritionist-GeetaShenoy-59852b.png" /> <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"> </svg> </div> Dt. Geeta Shenoy<br /> <div class="person__info__degrees"> Registered Dietician, Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics</div> <div class="person__info__stats"> <span>Dietitian/Nutritionist, mumbai</span>  •  <span>28 years experience</span> </div> <br /> <ol> <li><strong>Nutrient heavy:</strong> Quinoa is a nutrient rich, whole grain, non-glutinous super food with plenty of fibre as well as magnesium, Vitamin B, calcium, potassium, phosphorous, copper, iron, zinc and various important antioxidants that can flush out toxins easily and effectively from the system.</li> <li><strong>Plant compounds:</strong> This grain also contains plant compounds like quercetin and kaempferol which have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties as well as anti-viral qualities.</li> <li><strong>High fibre content:</strong> The high fibre content of this grain helps in reduction of high cholesterol, high blood pressure and other such issues even as it aids weight loss in the long run.</li> <li><strong>Gluten free:</strong> This grain is perfect for people who are suffering from gluten intolerance. It also offers refined starch without adding on the gluten value that most grains have.</li> <li><strong>Essential proteins:</strong> The amino acids content in this grain makes it a healthy high protein ingredient. The protein content here is “complete” due to the high amino acid formulation.</li> <li><strong>Blood sugar control:</strong> Quinoa will also help in controlling the blood sugar level and is especially beneficial for patients of diabetes because it has a low glycemic index which does not stimulate hunger and obesity very easily.</li> <li><strong>Oxalates and other minerals:</strong> With its high oxalate content, Quinoa reduces the excess calcium absorption which can prevent recurring stones in the kidney. It is also rich in the four essential minerals including magnesium, potassium, zinc and iron. Zinc, especially has a lot of benefits for women.</li> <li><strong>Metabolic rate:</strong> The metabolic rate gets a definite push thanks to the health benefits of Quinoa. This grain can be added to a high fructose diet to negate the otherwise harmful effects of fructose.</li> <li><strong>Anti oxidants:</strong> Quinoa has been proven to contain more anti-oxidants than all the five most popular grains and cereals which help in fighting various diseases and signs of aging. Letting these grain sprout makes them even healthier.</li> <li><strong>Weight loss:</strong> If you are looking for a weight loss partner, then look no further. Quinoa can hasten the metabolism rate thanks to its high fibre content which also ensures that you end up feeling full early on with smaller portions.</li> </ol> </div>

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Expired medicines - Do they actually expire?

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Expired Medicines - What to Check Before Throwing Them Away?" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="267" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/32d9699bc65e483234643dfbc6315da9/8598bc.jpg" width="400" /> </div> </div> When it comes to health, there is no taking a chance. Most of us are in the habit of storing some medicines at home, which could come in handy, say for a headache or an acidity attack. However, these often remain in the medicine kit for a long time before they are actually used. So, finally when the day arrives when there is an actual need for it, we are not sure if it is still usable. The one thing we dread is the use of a medicine, which is past its expiry date.<br /> <br /> <br /> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult"> <a class="c_red" href="https://www.lybrate.com/kolkata/doctor/dr-atindra-nath-bagchi-general-physician?lpt=PS-TDP" target="_self" title="Dr. Atindra Nath Bagchi | Lybrate.com"> <img alt="Dr. Atindra Nath Bagchi | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/3af92a8b1f9cc5dd44ee5f56a308848a/crop_100x100/Cardiology-AtindraNathBagchi-Kolkata-a5048f.jpg" /> <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"> </svg> </a> </div> Dr. Atindra Nath Bagchi<div class="person__info__degrees"> Diploma in Cardiology</div> <div class="person__info__stats"> <span>General Physician, Kolkata</span>  •  <span>25 years experience</span> </div> <br /> <strong>What if there is an adverse event? What if there is a complication or a side effect?</strong><br /> Then, if we are not in a position to get a fresh pill, we would rather endure the pain or acidity than pop that outdated pill. Is it really prudent to do so? I say otherwise. Most medicines have the expiry date to indicate the date or time, until when the drug would have the most potency and efficacy. Meaning to say, the drug may become weak (take longer to act or may require more of the drug to produce the same effect) when taken after the listed expiry date.<br /> <br /> The truth is that most pharma companies list a date, which could be months, if not years, ahead of the actual expiry date. In reality, a drug never really expires. Most medicines can be used up to a few months after this date. Some medicines may even be useful after years of their expiry date.<br /> <br /> <strong>It depends as to what the medicine is for:</strong><br /> <ol> <li><strong>Painkillers are usually harmless to take beyond the expiry date</strong>. If there is no effect (even prolonged), then try to get a fresh one. </li> <li>Chronic medications like anti-hypertensives and anti-diabetic medications can be used up to a few months at the most, not beyond. Make sure to monitor readings to check for the efficacy. Often times, a greater dose may be required to get the desired effect, but this should not be done without medical supervision.</li> <li><strong>Biologic products like EpiPen, eye drops</strong> or injectable substances should not be used, if they are cloudy. In fact, most of these should be kept for a very short period after opening.</li> <li>With any expired medicine, keep your doctor posted, especially your chronic meds to seek further advice and information.</li> </ol> The place and the way the drug is stored also may help in retaining its strength. A drug stored in the fridge is safer than something stashed away in a cupboard with a lot of other things. Keep these in mind, and take a call!</div>

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Burp A Lot? 8 Ways You Can Prevent It!

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Burp A Lot? 8 Ways You Can Prevent It!" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="267" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/cca97c80d89ae5468547088748abbee7/758d68.jpg" width="400" /> </div> After eating a meal to your heart’s content, it is very normal to burp or belch. However, it is normal only when it happens occasionally, or after a meal, for someone used to a contented meal every single time. On the other hand, excessive burping or belching can happen due to two reasons.<br /> <br /> <img alt="Dr. Hardik Thakker | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/82fa3b794b47b1229cbef6df650be455/crop_100x100/General-Physician-HardikThakker-Mumbai-321a3b.jpg" /> <br /> Dr. Hardik Thakker<br /> <div class="person__info__degrees"> MD</div> <div class="person__info__stats"> <span>General Physician, Mumbai</span>  •  <span>4 years experience</span> </div> <br /> <ol> <li><strong>Excessive air intake</strong>: There are multiple ways that excessive air can reach the food pipe. Sucking on straws, chewing gum constantly and ill-fitting dentures are some common reasons for burping.</li> <li><strong>Digestive problems:</strong> Ulcers in the stomach, prolonged gastric, gallstones and rarely, esophageal or stomach cancers can also cause burping.</li> </ol> <strong>When to see a doctor</strong><br /> Check with a doctor if you have persistent burping, followed by a meal or otherwise, and accompanied by the following symptoms.<br /> <ol> <li>Nausea</li> <li>Bloody stools</li> <li>Abdominal pain</li> <li>Vomiting</li> <li>Weight loss</li> <li>Fever</li> </ol> <strong>Preventing belching</strong><br /> <ol> <li><strong>Go slow when eating and/or drinking:</strong> Most of us are pressed for time and eating and/or drinking has now become a task that needs to be finished quickly. Eating fast causes air to be swallowed, and therefore one of the best ways to stop burping is to eat slowly. Sitting in a calm, relaxing environment when eating also allows one to enjoy the food and avoid or stop burping.</li> <li><strong>Avoid taliking while eating: </strong>There is always so much to catch up, whether at home or outside. So, talking while eating is a common practice. This is not just bad manners, but there is also a lot of air that is swallowed, which leads to burping. A solution is to chew the food properly, which not just helps stop burping, but also aids in better food digestion by mixing it adequately with saliva.</li> <li><strong>Substitute coke with water:</strong> Carbonated drinks are another reason for belching. Replacing them with water, tea, or anything noncarbonated is advisable, not just from burping perspective, but also from the excessive sugar consumption. Carbonated drinks are just sugar solutions, and are absolutely of no nutritive value.</li> <li><strong>Avoid straw: </strong>When possible, drink from a glass and avoid straws. This reduces the amount of gas taken in and helps stop burping</li> <li><strong>Quit smoking: </strong>Quitting it has multiple health benefits, and getting rid of smoking is just one of them.</li> <li><strong>Dentures: </strong>Ill-fitting dentures can be a reason for belching, and so they should be checked and corrected, if required, in a person who has persistent burping.</li> <li><strong>Chewing gum: </strong>Constantly chewing gum contributes to burping, and so avoiding chewing gum or sucking on hard candy is another way to control burping.</li> <li><strong>Avoid certain foods: </strong>Foodstuffs like broccoli, cauliflower, lettuce, sprouts, and lentils can produce excessive gas and should be avoided in people who have persistent burping.</li> </ol> </div>

Burp A Lot? 8 Ways You Can Prevent It!

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இனிப்பு உங்களுக்கு பிடிக்குமா.. Love Eating Sweets? 4 Warning Signs that Your Overdoing it

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Love Eating Sweets? 4 Warning Signs that Your Overdoing it" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="267" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/cca97c80d89ae5468547088748abbee7/e90c33.jpg" width="400" /> </div> </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Do you love eating sweets and sugary foods too much and end up overdosing on them? <br /> <br /> நீங்கள் அதிகமாக விரும்பி சாப்பிடும் இனிப்பு மற்றும் சீனி கலந்த உணநின்மூலமாக ஏற்படும் விளைவுகளைப் பற்றி அறிவீர்களா? </div> </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> </div> <div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Sweets may be delicious, but they contain an excess amount of sugar, which is harmful for your health. There are several ways in which excess sugar can negatively affect your body. <br /> <br />  இனிப்புகள் மிகவும் ருசியாக இருக்கலாம், ஆனால் அதிலுள்ள அதிகப்படியான சர்க்கரையின் அளவு காரணமாக அதுவே உங்கள் ஆரோக்கியத்திற்கு கேடு விளைவிக்கும்.  இதன் மூலமாக பலவழிகளில் உங்கள் உடல் பாதிபடையலாம்.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Dt. Shwetaa Shahii | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/bef4e05d0721854c4ebd5f15618f5a3d/crop_100x100/Dietitian-Nutritionist-ShwetaShahi-New-delhi-15825e.jpg" /> </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-size: large;"><b>Dt. Shwetaa Shahii</b></span> </div> <div class="person__info__degrees"> Diploma in Dietetics and Nutrition, Diploma in Diet and Nutrition, Diploma in Paediatric Nutrition, Diploma in Total Nutrition Therapy course, Diploma in Nutrition and Health Education, Role of Nutrition in Diabetes, ICU & Gastroenterology , Nutrition Counselor Course in Bariatric Surgery</div> <div class="person__info__stats"> Dietitian/Nutritionist, New Delhi  •  12 years experience </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> You may not realize that you are overdosing on your sugar intake, and hence you should consider certain warning signs which indicate that you are consuming sweets abnormally. They are as follows:<br /> <br /> தாங்கள் உட்கொள்ளும் அதிகப்படியான சர்க்கரை அளவைப் பற்றி அறியாமல் இருக்கலாம். ஆனால்  அதிகபடியான சர்க்கரை உணவுகளை உட்கொள்கிறீர்கள் என்பதை உணர்த்த சில எச்சரிக்கை அறிகுறிகளின்  மூலம்  கண்டுபிடிக்கலாம். அவைகள் பின்வருமாறு </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 1. You crave for sweets and sugary foods constantly: The more sugar you consume, the more you will end up consuming. Having more sugar craving becomes an addictive cycle. This is not just because of the fact that your taste buds have adapted and make you get more of the sugary taste. Sugar gives you a high which is followed by a crash, similar to an actual drug. A high sugar diet causes a hormonal response in the body, like a wave. It brings you up and then you come crashing down. The body is triggered to crave for more sugar.<br /> <br /> 1. நீங்கள் தொடர்ந்து இனிப்புகள் மற்றும் சர்க்கரை சார்ந்த உணவுப் பொருட்களை உட்கொள்ளுதல் : நீங்கள் அதிகமாக எடுத்துக்கொள்ளும் சக்கரையின் அளவு, உங்களை மென்மேலும் சர்க்கரையை எடுத்துக்கொள்ள தூண்டும். இதன் மூலம் இனிப்பு மற்றும் சக்கரை கலந்த உணவுப் பொருட்களுக்கு நீங்கள் அடிமையாக நேரிடும். உங்கள் நாக்கில் உள்ள சுவையரும்புகளை சக்கரையின் சுவைக்கு ஏற்றவாறு பழக்கப்பட்டுவிடும்.<br /> இறுதியில் அதனை கட்டாயமாக உட்கொள்ளும் நிலைக்கு நீங்கள் தள்ளப்படுவீர். அதிதமாக சர்க்கரையை உட்கொள்ளும்பழக்கத்தின் காரணமாக தங்கள் உடலிலுள்ள ஹார்மோன் சுரப்பிகளிள் ஒரு அலை போல் ஏற்றத்தாழ்வை உண்டாக்கும். ஆதலால் தாங்கள் உடல்நிலையில் தளர்ச்சி ஏற்படும். அதன்படி தங்களது உடல் மற்றும் எண்ணம் ஆகியவை சர்க்கரை உட்கொள்வதை தூண்டும்.</div> <br /> Your skin breaks: Some people are very sensitive to a spike in their insulin levels because of sugar intake. This can lead to a hormonal cascade, resulting in acne or rosacea. A sugar binge is indicated on your face within some day<br /> <br /> உங்கள் தோல் சேதமடைதல் : அதிகப்படியான சர்க்கரை உட்கொள்ளும் பழக்கத்தின் விளைவாக இன்ஸுலின் நிலையானது முரண்படுவதால் சிலர் மிகவும் உணர்சிவசப்பட்டே காணப்படுவர்.  ஹார்மோன்கள் ஒரு நிலையில்லாமல் பலநிலைகளுக்கு மாற்றப்படும், விளைவாக உடல் பகுதிகளில் பருக்கள் அல்லது  ரோசாசியா தோன்றும். அதிகப்படியான சர்க்கரையளவின் அறிகுறிகள் சிலநாட்களில் உங்கள் முகத்தில் காணப்படலாம். <br /> <div style="text-align: left;"> </div> <div style="text-align: left;"> </div> <div style="text-align: left;"> <br /> <b>You feel sluggish all day: </b>After sugar causes a high feeling and an initial insulin spike, a crash occurs. Your energy is most stable and when you consume too much of sweets, the highs and lows of the blood sugar cause fluctuation in your energy levels. When you eat a lot of sugary sweets, it is likely that you do not consume sufficient amounts of fiber and protein. As a result, your energy levels stay low.</div> <div style="text-align: left;"> </div> <div style="text-align: left;"> நீங்கள் நாள் முழுவதும்  மந்தமாக உணர்வீர் : சக்கரையின் விளைவாக  அழுத்த உணர்வு மற்றும் ஆரம்ப இன்சுலின் ஸ்பைக் ஏற்படுத்துகிறது, பிறகு இன்சுலின் சேதமும்  ஏற்படுகிறது. அதிகப்படியான சர்க்கரை உங்கள் சீரான ஆற்றலை மிகவும் நிலையில்லாமல் மாற்றிவிடும். நீங்கள் சர்க்கரை இனிப்பு நிறைய சாப்பிடும்  போது நீங்கள் ஃபைபர் மற்றும் புரத சத்து உணவுகள் போதுமான அளவு சாப்பிட வேண்டும். இல்லை என்றால் இதன் விளைவாக உங்கள் ஆற்றல் குறைந்துவிடும். </div> <div style="text-align: left;"> <br /> <b>You become very moody: </b>You may experience mood swings, which leave you feeling sad and grumpy at times. This is because of the blood sugar crash which occurs when you are coming off a sugar high. Reduced energy, and sluggishness also add to your swaying moods.</div> <div style="text-align: left;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: left;"> நீங்கள் மிகவும் சோகமாக இருப்பீர்கள் : நீங்கள் அந்த நேரத்தில் சோகமாகவும் எரிச்சலாகவும் உணர்வீர்கள். அதிகப்படியான சர்க்கரை அளவு உங்கள் ரத்த சர்க்கரையளவை உயர்த்தி பாதிக்கும். உங்கள் குறைந்த ஆற்றல் மற்றும் மந்த தன்மை உங்களை சோர்வாக இருக்கும்படி மாற்றுகிறது.</div> <div style="text-align: left;"> <br /></div> <div> Excess sweets mean excess sugar, which indicates excess calories as well. The release of insulin is also triggered. Because of these factors, sudden weight gain is also an important sign that you are overdosing on sweets and foods which contain too much sugar. You need to make several dietary modifications, and change your lifestyle in order to save yourself from acquiring health conditions which are associated with high blood sugar, such as diabetes.</div> <div> </div> <div> அதிக இனிப்பு என்றால் அதிக சர்க்கரை இருக்கும். இது அதிக கலோரிகளை குறிக்கிறது, அதிகப்படியான சர்க்கரை இன்சுலின் வெளியீட்டை தூண்டப்படுகிறது. இதன் காரணமாக  திடீர் உடல் எடை கூடும் . நீங்கள் உங்கள்  உணவு பழக்கத்தில் மாற்றங்களை சரி செய்ய வேண்டும். வாழ்க்கை முறையை மாற்றியமைக்க வேண்டும்  இல்லை என்றால்  நீரிழிவு நோய் , உயர் இரத்த சர்க்கரை தொடர்புடைய நோய்கள் உண்டாகும். </div> </div>

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Why Falling in Love is Good For Your Health?

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Why Falling in Love is Good For Your Health?" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="267" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/cca97c80d89ae5468547088748abbee7/1ccbb6.jpg" width="400" /> </div> </div> Your health is affected by a number of physical, mental and emotional conditions. Falling in love is one of these factors. Being in love with someone does not only put a smile on your face, it can also boost your immunity and lower stress levels. Love can make you feel stronger both mentally and physically.<br /> <br />  <img alt="Dr. Sabyasachi Das | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/c88c3b06a6ebafbf286149b85109743a/crop_100x100/General-Physician-SabyasachiDas-Gurgaon-8f8890.jpg" /><br />  Dr. Sabyasachi Das<br /> <div class="person__info__degrees"> MBBS</div> <div class="person__info__stats"> General Physician, Gurgaon  •  20 years experience </div>   <br /> Here are a few reasons why love is beneficial to your health.<br /> <ol> <li><b>You may have a longer life: </b>Love helps fight stress and hence helps reduce the harmful effects of stress. Stress is a direct trigger for many fatal conditions such as heart attack and strokes and thus, being in love reduces your risk of such diseases. Studies have also shown that when in love, a person takes more care of themselves and hence has a lower risk of having an accident, violence etc. thus, being in love can give you a longer lifespan and can reduce chances of an early death.</li> <li><b>You may have a lower risk of lifestyle diseases: </b>Along with boosting your immunity love can also improve your lifestyle. Instead of microwaving a TV dinner, a person in love is likely to eat a healthier meal with their partner and be more conscious of their diet. Being in love also makes you want to look good thus, encourages exercising. By following a healthy diet and exercising regularly, you can reduce your chances of suffering from lifestyle diseases such as diabetes and obesity. Living with a person you love can also lower your alcohol and nicotine consumption and hence protect you from their ill effects.</li> <li><b>It protects you from depression: </b>Companionship and love are good for a person’s mental health. Love can help stabilise emotions and keep you from depression. By living with someone a person does not have the chance to withdraw into themselves and can always rely on having someone to talk to. By sharing your thoughts and emotions with another person, difficult situations can become easier to handle and hence cause less stress and depression.</li> <li><b>It can help you look younger: </b>As mentioned earlier, being in love can make you take better care of yourself. It is often said that a person in love ’glows’. In a nutshell, being in love makes you happy and this releases happy hormones that aid in the removal of toxins and prevent premature ageing. When you’re in love, you may also notice your hair looking healthier and shinier. </li> </ol> </div>

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Excellent Sources of Protein for Vegetarians

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Excellent Sources of Protein for Vegetarians" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="214" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/af6adc78786f5296fd61a27d094c3ede/7cf102.jpg" width="320" /> </div> </div> The most common dietary problem that every vegetarian comes across is protein deficiency. It was a widely acknowledged fact that animal products are the best protein sources. However, it is no longer so, and vegetarians everywhere can now rejoice!<br /> <br /> <div class="person__info__degrees"> <span style="font-size: large;"><b><img alt="Dt. Silky Mahajan | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/28fac7d555a2223388b27455f664776d/crop_100x100/Dietitian-Nutritionist-SilkyMahajan-Bangalore-bfaedf.png" /> </b></span></div> <div class="person__info__degrees"> <span style="font-size: large;"><b>Dt. Silky Mahaja</b><b>n</b></span> </div> <div class="person__info__degrees"> B.Sc. Food & Nutrition, M.Sc. Food & Nutrition</div> <div class="person__info__stats"> <span>Dietitian/Nutritionist, Bangalore</span>  •  <span>9 years experience</span> </div> <br /> <br /> Here are the 13 best sources of protein for vegetarians:<br /> <ol> <li><strong>Green peas</strong>: Green peas are legumes, which are a very good protein source. They contain 7.9 grams of protein per serving.</li> <li><strong>Quinoa</strong>: Grains usually contain very little protein, but quinoa is unique. It contains 8 grams of protein per serving; and contains all nine important amino acids that your body needs for repair and growth.</li> <li><strong>Nuts and nut butter</strong>: Nuts are a good source of proteins and healthy fats. However, eat them with caution, as they do contain 160 calories per serving. Butter made from nuts like peanut butter and almond butter is also a good source of protein.</li> <li><strong>Beans</strong>: Beans are available in a variety of colours and shapes, but all of them have one thing in common that is the high level of protein.</li> <li><strong>Chickpeas</strong>: Chickpeas are also from the legume family, so they also contain high amounts of protein; 7.3 grams of protein in only half of a serving.</li> <li><strong>Tofu and tempeh</strong>: Tempeh and tofu are both soy products and they have the highest amount of vegetarian proteins, about 15-20 grams per serving.</li> <li><strong>Edamame</strong>: Edamame or soybean is excellent for snacking. They contain 8.4 grams of protein in just half a cup.</li> <li><strong>Leafy greens</strong>: Vegetables usually do not contain much protein, but eating green vegetables will significantly add to your protein consumption. For example, you can eat one cup of cooked broccoli as that contains 8.1 grams of protein.</li> <li><strong>Hemp</strong>: Blend hemp seeds in smoothies or baked goods to get your daily dose of protein. Hemp contains 10 grams of protein per tablespoon.</li> <li><strong>Chia seeds</strong>: Chia seeds contain 4.7 grams of protein per two tablespoons, making them excellent sources of protein.</li> <li><strong>Seitan</strong>: This is a meat substitute made from wheat gluten and it contains 36 grams of protein per serving (about half a cup).</li> <li><strong>Non-dairy milk</strong>: Milk made from soy (best non-dairy protein source), almond, rice and hemp are good dairy substitutes.</li> <li><strong>Unsweetened cocoa powder</strong>: This will surprise you, but bitter cocoa contains nearly 1 gram of protein per serving (1 tablespoon)! </li> </ol> </div>

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Dietitics</div> <div class="person__info__stats" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #6c6a6a; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 14.6667px; margin: 0px; orphans: auto; overflow: hidden; padding: 0px 0px 0px 10px; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-overflow: ellipsis; text-transform: none; white-space: nowrap; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px;"> <span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Dietitian/Nutritionist, Mumbai</span><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> • <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">23 years experience</span></div> <div class="person__info__stats" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #6c6a6a; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 14.6667px; margin: 0px; orphans: auto; overflow: hidden; padding: 0px 0px 0px 10px; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-overflow: ellipsis; text-transform: none; white-space: nowrap; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px;"> <span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> </span></div> <div style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 1em; -webkit-margin-before: 1em; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> But hey! We’ve got ways to stop you getting swept off by that hungry tide churning in your belly. Below mentioned are just a few tips that could come in handy, if you decide to finally drop by that uber cool restaurant you were planning to go to!</div> <div style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 1em; -webkit-margin-before: 1em; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> <br /></div> <ol style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-margin-after: 1em; -webkit-margin-before: 1em; -webkit-padding-start: 40px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: inherit; list-style: initial; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><strong style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: 500; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Read the menu carefully: </strong>Go through the menu carefully before ordering your food. Look for dishes that are less oily and do not contain hidden sugars. If you are not sure about the calorific content of the dish, you could ask the person in charge about it. Or, go for options that you already are aware of; both the food and its supposed calorie content. </li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><strong style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: 500; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Eat a healthy snack before your meal: </strong>To reduce your portion size of the main course, you can eat a healthy snack to act as filler. Opt for healthy snacks such as chickpeas or a handful of almonds before eating out; it can make you eat less during the main course.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><strong style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: 500; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Drink water right before the meal: </strong>Drinking a glass or two of water right before the meal serves as a technique widely used by diligent weight watchers. Water contains no calories and acts as an internal cleanser for your body.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><strong style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: 500; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Skip the dessert: </strong>The dessert is one portion of the meal that is filled with empty calories. In this country, the dessert occupies a generous space in every foodie’s list and belly. However, remember that it is often the dessert that is responsible for the saggy abdominal fat you hate to look at. If you don’t want to skip the dessert, readily go for simpler alternatives like the humble plain curd topped with slices of fresh fruits or the ever gratifying Greek yogurt. Sweet indulgence at its healthiest best!</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><strong style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: 500; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Say vinegar: </strong>Might not sound very intelligent, but then try mixing a teaspoon of vinegar to a glass of water and then drink it. Vinegar is known to have properties that<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="http://www.lybrate.com/t/e369a34a745402816d7651fab91d4ed7" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #c82506; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">reduce your cravings</a>. It also lowers the blood sugar levels in the body. Surprised, you will be.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><strong style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: 500; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Control your portion sizes: </strong>The buffet spread could just be your undoing at the dinner table. Don’t get overboard looking at the variety and try to keep a check on the portion sizes. Keep the portions small and avoid taking any extra helping. If the hunger pangs do not subside, go for salads. Don’t get bored already. Salads can come in a delicious platter and amaze you with its health benefits. The Russian salad can never go wrong.</li> <li style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: inherit; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><strong style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: 500; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Avoid carbonated drinks: </strong>Carbonated beverages should not be brewing in your head if you are a weight watcher. Cold drinks and other carbonated beverages contain empty calories that should be absolutely got over with; irrespective of how health conscious you are</li> </ol> </div> </div>

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Dinner - 6 Healthy Options You Can Opt For!

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__media "> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Dinner - 6 Healthy Options You Can Opt For!" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="267" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/cca97c80d89ae5468547088748abbee7/c1f980.jpg" width="400" /> </div> </div> Ideally, dinner should be the lightest meal of the entire day, so it is important to consider only healthy food items when you are deciding on your dinner plate. Eating a diet where the majority of food is healthy, helps in reducing the risk of various lifestyle disorders such as diabetes and obesity.<br /> <div class="person__info__degrees">  </div> <div class="person__info__degrees">  <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult">   <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"></svg><img alt="Dt. Aysha Khadri Umraz | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/7f74a221e648798b13387628295330a1/crop_100x100/Dietitian-Nutritionist-AyshaKhadriUmraz-BANGALORE-3b3950.jpg" /> </div> </div> <div class="person__info__degrees"> Dt. Aysha Khadri Umraz</div> <div class="person__info__degrees"> DIABETES EDUCATOR, PGDND, RMP -ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE, MEDICAL TRANSCRITPTINIST, M.SC, Msc nutrition</div> <span>Dietitian/Nutritionist, Bangalore</span><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> If you are unable to decide, worry not. Here are 10 healthy food choices for dinner:<br /> <ol> <li><strong>Whole wheat bread: </strong>If you are the type of person who prefers white bread, then it is time to rethink your choice. Refined grains do not have high nutritional content when compared to whole grains. Refined grains also cause blood sugar spikes which may lead to obesity and diabetes.</li> <li><strong>Plain chicken soup: </strong>A very delicious treat for long nights in the winter season, chicken soup is one of the healthiest dinner choices you can come across. It is simple to prepare and is light on the digestive system. You may add seasoning such as coriander and parsley to add flavor.</li> <li><strong>Stir fried vegetables: </strong>Stir fried vegetables are healthy as they involve very little oil and time. Stir frying helps the food to retain its nutrients and keeps it calorie free. You may pair it with whole wheat bread or brown rice to add some complex carbohydrates to your diet.</li> <li><strong>Chicken pasta: </strong>Chicken pasta is another dish that is easy to prepare, it contains a healthy mix of protein and complex carbohydrates. Avoid adding butter or oil to keep it light, you may use herbs to add to the flavor.</li> <li><strong>Sweet potatoes: </strong>Sweet potatoes are a good source of carbohydrates that provide a steady stream of energy to the body. You may pair them with whole wheat pita bread and some scrambled eggs to make it more filling.</li> <li><strong>Brown rice: </strong>If you like rice, make sure it is of the brown variety. Brown rice contains complex carbohydrates that do not spike your blood sugar levels. Add some stir fried vegetables and chicken for protein and vitamins</li> </ol> </div>

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10 Fruits You Must Consume 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="10 Fruits You Must Consume Everyday " class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="214" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/af6adc78786f5296fd61a27d094c3ede/6461fb.jpg" width="320" /> </div> <div class="tipImg " style="text-align: center;">  </div> </div> Fruits are a superfood category of their own. They are the powerhouse of minerals, vitamins and antioxidants and an excellent contribution to your diet. Here are ten fruits you should be eating daily:<br />   <br /> <div class="person__img-wrapper" data-param="consult" style="text-align: center;">  <svg style="background: #eee; height: 50px; padding-top: 16px; width: 50px;" viewbox="0 0 24 24"> </svg><img alt="Dt. Shraddha Sahu | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/45209974d82778b2e12043c923900dba/crop_100x100/Dietitian-Nutritionist-ShraddhaSahu-6ba2fc.png" /> </div> Dt. Shraddha Sahu<div class="person__info__degrees"> M.sc dietitics and food service management, Diabetes educator</div> <div class="person__info__stats"> <span>Dietitian/Nutritionist, Bhopal</span>  •  <span>2 years experience</span> </div> <br /> <ol> <li><strong>Apples: </strong>There is a reason why an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Apples are filled with antioxidants, soluble and insoluble fibre and quercetin. Antioxidants boost your immunity and the fibre provides you with energy and maintains a healthy bowel, while quercetin has anti-allergy and antihistamine (compounds which curb the effects of histamine, primarily used to treat allergies) properties.</li> <li><strong>Grapes: </strong>Grapes contain an antioxidant named resveratrol, which prevents heart diseases and premature aging of your cells. In addition, they are also great sources of folate and vitamin B6, C and A which contribute to a healthier immune system.</li> <li><strong>Bananas: </strong>Bananas have low sodium and high potassium levels. Thus, they are extremely beneficial in maintaining blood pressure and preventing strokes. Bananas also contain protease inhibitors, which prevent stomach ulcers (protease is a digestive enzyme that produces acid).</li> <li><strong>Strawberries: </strong>Strawberries might be small, but they do pack a lot of nutrients! A handful of strawberries daily can prevent diabetes type 2, inflammations and heart disease. They are also rich in antioxidants and vitamin C.</li> <li><strong>Papaya: </strong>Papayas contain a substance called ‘papain’ which is an incredible digestive stimulant. They also contain large amounts of folate, which helps in proper DNA repair and synthesis.</li> <li><strong>Oranges: </strong>Oranges provide you with vitamin C and potassium, which are essential for enhanced muscle and digestive functions. The membrane between orange segments contains hesperidin, which has been proven to reduce cholesterol.</li> <li><strong>Kiwi: </strong>Kiwi contains more vitamin C than oranges which grants them the ability to prevent DNA damage and also helps reduce risks of developing cataracts.</li> <li><strong>Blueberries: </strong>Blueberries are a great source of antioxidants which aid in fighting cancer and macular degeneration (an eye disease which results in vision loss). They also contain compounds that protect you from urinary tract infections.</li> <li><strong>Lemon: </strong>Lemons contain citric acid, which effectively lowers cholesterol and cuts down on body fat. Citric acid is also an excellent digestive stimulant. Also, the refreshing scent of lemons reduces anxiety, nervousness and fatigue.</li> <li><strong>Grapefruit: </strong>Grapefruit is an excellent appetite suppressant, which cuts down on your cravings. It also contains a soluble fibre named ‘pectin’, which lessens the development of atherosclerosis (build-up of cholesterol and fats on the walls of the artery). However, refrain from consuming grapefruit if you are on prescription medications.</li> </ol> </div>

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Lemon (Neembu) - Reasons Why You Should Use it in Your Diet?

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="ly-health-story__body ly-health-story__ellipses"> <div class="person__info grid__col-auto"> <div class="person__info__name" style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Lemon (Neembu) - Reasons Why You Should Use it in Your Diet?" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="267" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/cca97c80d89ae5468547088748abbee7/9f41a9.jpg" width="400" /> </div> </div> A lime may be one of the smallest things when you go shopping for fruits and vegetable shopping, but it is one of the richest. The health benefits that a lime carries are just too many, and it packs in too much of goodness. While the vitamin C is what immediately comes to our mind, there is more to it. Read on to know some of the most common benefits of the small, powerful lemon.<br /> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;">  <img alt="Dr. Ashwani Kumar Khera Khera | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/34e9c39a24f83dae066486b141fc96bc/crop_100x100/Ayurveda-AshwaniKumarKheraKhera-Fazilka-367370.png" /></div> <div class="person__info__name"> Dr. Ashwani Kumar Khera Khera </div> <div class="person__info__degrees"> Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)</div> <div class="person__info__stats"> <span>Ayurveda, Fazilka</span>  •  <span>32 years experience</span> </div>   <br /> <ol> <li><strong>A powerhouse of essential vitamins and minerals:</strong> A lime is a source of various vitamins and minerals, including potassium which is essential for heart health, good nerve function, and maintaining blood pressure levels. It also reduces cancer as it contains antioxidants and bioflavonoids.</li> <li><strong>Fights infection:</strong> We all know lime to be very good at fighting cold and cough. Not just that. It even is useful in more severe infections like cholera and E.coli infections. As cholera is transmitted by food, adding lime to foods helps prevent this transmission.</li> <li><strong>Heart healthy:</strong> Lime is rich in antioxidants which keep the arteries healthy and improve blood circulation. They also reduce the buildup of plaque in the walls of the arteries. This also reduces hardening of the arteries, reduces the onset of blood pressure, and improves overall heart health. Including lime peel and lime oil in the diet can provide these benefits.</li> <li><strong>Drink to your health:</strong> Starting the morning with a glass of lime juice (with some honey added to taste) can be the best way to start the day. It provides energy and boosts you to begin the day like nothing else can.</li> <li><strong>Glowing skin and hair:</strong> After squeezing out the juice from the lime, rub the lime onto your face and see the skin glowing. If that sounds not feasible, apply lime oil to your face to keep the skin elastic and youthful. Applying lime to the hair is a natural way to keep the hair shiny and black.</li> <li><strong>Moving the joints:</strong> Uric acid can accumulate in the joints and cause bone pain and discomfort. Citric acid from the lime ensures this uric acid accumulation is reduced, thereby reducing gout and inflammation.</li> <li><strong>Weight loss:</strong> The citric acid is an excellent fat burner, and drinking two glasses of warm lime water per day can show obvious results in a week’s time.</li> <li><strong>Add fragrance to your food:</strong> Lemon oil which is made from the peel can be used as a good flavouring agent to many dishes including curries and pickles. While the tanginess is not considerable like using a full lime, it still gives the fragrance and flavour of a lime.</li> </ol> With these benefits, the next time you go vegetable shopping, don’t forget to throw in a couple of lemons.<br /> </div> </div>

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Vitamin B - Boosts your brain power!

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div style="text-align: center;"> <strong> </strong><img alt="Know How Brain Health Can be Improved With Vitamin B" class="ly-health-story__media__img" height="267" src="http://static.lybrate.com/eagle/uploads/32d9699bc65e483234643dfbc6315da9/f131de.jpg" width="400" /></div> <strong>A vitamin is an organic compound, which is required by the human body in appropriate amounts to ensure the proper and healthy functioning of the various body parts.</strong> These vitamins help you in being healthy and maintaining an optimum level of brain activity. The deficiency of the same can cause you to have various health issues and illnesses.<br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Dr. Prakhar Singh | Lybrate.com" class="person__img-wrapper__img" src="https://static.lybrate.com/img/documents/doctor/dp/a5cac383f57a83130272d6b188bf84f0/crop_100x100/General-Physician-PrakharSingh-Bangalore-1372d2.png" /> </div> <br /> Dr. Prakhar Singh<br />MBBS, Basic Life Support (B.L.S), Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Fellow of Academy of General Education (FAGE)<br />General Physician, Bangalore  •  3 years experience<br /><br /> B Vitamins are of various subtypes, and they are collectively known as B-Complex Vitamins. These vitamins are medically proven to relieve stress and boost up your energy levels. They also fight depression, restrict brain ageing and help you to live a longer life. <strong>Here's how B vitamins help in keeping your brain healthy.</strong><br /> <ul> <li><strong>Prevent mental decline:</strong> The three vitamin B types that help to avoid a mental decline are: B6, B12, and B9 (Folic Acid). Additionally, these 3 vitamins also prevent dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.</li> <li><strong>Act as dopamine boosters:</strong> Dopamine is a neurotransmitter inside the brain that that boosts productivity, motivation and focus among human beings. This helps to ensure your mental well-being keep you mentally happy. B vitamins enhance your brain health by facilitating an increase in dopamine levels.</li> <li><strong>Lets you avoid mental disorders:</strong> The lack of Vitamin B12 leads to certain mental disorders like- dementia, brain atrophy, brain shrinkage, depression, and schizophrenia. You can avoid this condition by taking Vitamin B12 supplements.</li> <li><strong>Sharpen memory: </strong>In case you have a short term memory or face other memory problems, various forms of B vitamins supplements will help you to regain the optimal state of mind.</li> </ul> </div>

Vitamin B - Boosts your brain power!

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