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DIET AND LIFESTYLE TIPS TO STAY HEALTHY IN WINTERS
Winters are not just about covering ourselves up with layers of woollen clothes, but equally about the foods that help us stay warm. When included in the diet, many foods, spices, herbs and drinks can generate natural heat in the body. They can benefit people who can't adjust well to...
ALL ABOUT DYSLIPIDEMIA AND HOW TO MANAGE A DISTURBED LIPID PROFILE
Dyslipidemia refers to the abnormal level of cholesterol and other lipids (fats) in the blood. Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in the blood which our liver makes to protect the nerves, make cell tissues and certain hormones. However, high levels of cholesterol can increase the chances of heart diseases....
CURCUMIN- INNOVATIVE WAYS TO INCLUDE AGE-OLD SPICE CURCUMIN IN YOUR DAILY DIET
Turmeric is a spice that has held a significant value in our lives from the ancient times till date. It contains a strong polyphenol, curcumin- the active compound which gives turmeric its yellow colour. Curcumin helps manage oxidative stress, inflammation, metabolic disorders, arthritis, anxiety, and cholesterol levels. It can also...
SODIUM ALGINATE: USES AND BENEFITS
Sodium Alginate is a non-digestible, edible carbohydrate derived from brown seaweed. It’s the most common type of alginate found in food and is used by food manufacturers as a thickener, stabiliser, and gelling agent. This component is often used to make heat-resistant gels and to give food viscosity. Sodium Alginate...
A GUIDE TO WEANING: WHY YOU SHOULD FEED YOUR BABY SOLIDS AFTER SIX MONTHS
Weaning is the process of switching an infant's diet from breast milk or formula to other foods or fluids. Experts recommend that infants should be fed only with breast milk for the first six months after birth. After that, you can use a combination of solid foods and breast milk...
ATHEROSCLEROSIS: CAUSES AND TIPS TO PREVENT CLOGGED ARTERIES
Atherosclerosis is the narrowing and hardening of arteries caused by a buildup of fats, cholesterol and other substances in or around their walls. This deposit is called plaque which can cause narrowing of the arteries, resulting in limited blood flow. Atherosclerosis can affect any artery in the body and consequently...
DIET AND LIFESTYLE TIPS TO CURE PCOS NATURALLY
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders in females. Female reproductive organs called ovaries produce hormones like estrogen and progesterone. These hormones not only help in regulating the menstrual cycle but also produce a low amount of male hormones called androgens. In PCOS, the body produces...
DISEASES OF LUNGS; WAYS TO KEEP THIS VITAL ORGAN HEALTHY
The lungs are a pair of organs in the chest, primarily responsible for respiration (inhalation and exhalation). Lungs take in oxygen from the atmosphere and pass it into the bloodstream so that it can reach other parts of the body. From the bloodstream, oxygen gets picked up by the haemoglobin...
SYMPTOMS OF LIVER DISEASE AND WAYS TO KEEP IT HEALTHY
The liver is both a gland and an organ. It is the largest gland in the body that helps you get rid of toxic substances. The liver is also responsible for producing certain chemicals crucial for digestion. It’s the only organ in the body which is capable of regenerating its...
REASONS YOU SHOULD INCLUDE FIBRE IN YOUR DIET
Adequate intake of fibre is essential for better digestion, weight loss, and heart health. Dietary fibre or roughage is the edible part of a plant that remains undigested and unabsorbed in the small intestine. Dietary fibres are non-digestible carbohydrates found in foods. Unlike other macronutrients like fats, proteins, and carbohydrates,...