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OBESITY AND METABOLIC SYNDROME: LIFESTYLE THERAPY

OBESITY AND METABOLIC SYNDROME: LIFESTYLE THERAPY

The developing countries are facing the burden of rising obesity and continue to be one of the major contributing factors for health complications.Obesity leads to the start of metabolic alterations and is associated with increased risk of insulin resistance, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, type-2 diabetes, dyslipidemia and others.Metabolic disorder or multifactorial disease impairs health is considered one of the leading causes of death globally. Asian Indians have a small body size, high-fat body percentage, and despite their thinness, they are centrally obese, with a higher waist-to-hip ratio (WHR). The long term factors associated with obesity are as follows:- • Obesity...

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POSTPARTUM DIET: HEALTHY EATING TIPS FOR MOTHERS

POSTPARTUM DIET: HEALTHY EATING TIPS FOR MOTHERS

The new chapter of life brings happiness along with responsibilities, love and care for your newborn. It is said that you can only care the most if you believe in self-care. Similarly, since the baby is totally dependent upon the mother’s milk for nutrition, in return mother’s health and nutrition needs become crucial. Many women start cursing on their diet in the wrong way and compromise more on their nutritional needs along with the calories too. Going low carb is not the best bet postpartum as carbohydrates are necessary for milk production, mental health, hormone regulation and more. Below given...

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EDIBLE FLOWERS WITH SURPRISING BENEFITS

EDIBLE FLOWERS WITH SURPRISING BENEFITS

There are a variety of edible flowers which not only spread aroma but also help provide various health benefits 1. Burans Flower - Juice Extract  Burans is an authentic welcome beverage most exclusively available in Uttarakhand and next in Himachal Pradesh. This juice is saccharine nectar extracted from beautiful bright red flowers, the scientific name is Rhododendron arboreum. Scientifically proven to cure heart diseases, sugar, liver & kidney problems. Also, a regular intake of the drink is proven to be helpful against mild seasonal diseases, diarrhoea, dysentery, hair loss, and skin acne. 2) Hibiscus Flower They are used in tea and as...

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ROSELLE LEAVES OR GONGURA: AMAZING BENEFITS

ROSELLE LEAVES OR GONGURA: AMAZING BENEFITS

In India, various foods have different names as per their availability in the local region. This blog will talk about the health benefits of Roselle leaves or Gongura in Telugu. Also, widely consumed in India especially in Orissa, Tamil Nadu, northern regions. Amazing Nutrition Facts: An excellent source of iron provides much more iron than spinach. It provides many important vitamins and folic acid as well, making it a great pick for everyone, especially anaemic women. It is great for heart patients as it is a great source of iron, vitamin B6 which are both needed to lower homocysteine levels...

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TOP 5 FOOD RESOURCES FOR HAIR HEALTH

TOP 5 FOOD RESOURCES FOR HAIR HEALTH

One of the most common issues heard these days is having hair related problems like hair fall, hair thinning, bad hair days and baldness in men. Everyone talks about their hair products, exchanging ideas, wasting a huge amount of money only to improve the texture of hair by use of chemical shampoos, etc. Internal nutrition plays a key role when it comes to having good hair. Why? No matter how many treatments you may undergo, eating well for your hair health and staying stress-free will give you better as well as long-lasting results. It is time to invest in real...

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