Health Benefits

Sweet Potato is an excellent root vegetable fully packed with antioxidants like Vitamin C,beta-carotene and  Vitamin  E.It is also a good source of dietary fiber,potassium,manganese and  Vitamin B6. 1. Sweet Potatoes and Vitamin C Vitamin C,a powerful antioxidant helps to boost immunity , vital for growth and repair of all body tissues, helps heal cuts and wounds,improves cardiovascular health, avoids degenerative diseases, keeps teeth and gums healthy. F lavonoids in Vitamin C protects eyes from cataract and macular degeneration. 2. Beta carotene rich in  Sweet Potatoes  are good for eye health ,improves vision,aids in preventing night blindness, dry eyes and also strengthens retina. 3 . Sweet Potatoes and Vitamin E         Vitamin E is very important for healthy skin,hair and eyes ,to boost the immunity function,   protects our body against diseases,keeps our cells and tissues healthy. 4. Sweet Potatoes  rich in ...

Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids commonly found in marine, plants and nut oils.OMEGA-3 cannot be synthesized by the human body and some common sources include fish oils, squid oils,other seafood including algae and krill, and some plant oils such as Sacha Inchi oil, echium oil, flaxseed oil and hemp oil.It is vital for normal metabolism and brain function. In other words,Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids, necessary for human health and for normal growth and development. It reduces inflammation and lowers the risk of of chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and arthritis. Top sources of Omega-3 fatty acids for vegetarians - linseeds,flaxseed oil and walnuts and kiwi fruit. It is considered important for cognitive and behavioral function . Symptoms of omega-3 fatty acid deficiency include fatigue, poor memory, dry skin, heart problems, depression, and poor circulation. “It helps to boost  memory,improve learning and increase br...

Nutrition is all about the nutrients and how the body uses those nutrients in foods.Nutrition otherwise called as nourishment or aliment.Nutrition  is the provision, to cells and organisms, of the materials necessary (in the form of food) to support life. Nutrition includes the process of ingestion, digestion, absorption, metabolism, transport, storage and excretion of those nutrients. It also includes the environmental, psychological and behavioral aspects of food and eating. Why is Nutrition Important? Nutrients are very essential for a balanced diet and it also plays a vital role in keeping our body healthier. The nutrients in our food includes:  carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals and water. 1.Carbohydrates  act as a fuel to provide us with energy and aids in building block for other nutrients. Carbohydrates occur as either starches or sugars. The most useful carbohydrates are those found in cereal foods, such as breads, rice, pasta, oats...

Capsicum is popularly available  in red,green and yellow color.It is also known as bell Pepper.It is the best vegetable for weight reduction. Health Benefits of Capsicum/Bell Pepper 1.Capsicum speeds up the metabolism and helps to burn calories.It lowers the fat stored in blood corpuscles, called triglycerides and helps in weight reduction. 2.Capsicum has blood clotting properties.Vitamin C is found to play a major role in dissolving blood clots. 3.Capsicum is an excellent source of vitamin A and vitamin C . These vitamins are powerful antioxidants.They helps in fighting against the free radicals in the body which may cause damage to nerves and blood vessels.And it also helps in treating cardiac diseases,chronic rhinitis,osteoarthritis, bronchial asthma and cataract.  4.Capsicum contains compounds known as capsaicins which is beneficial for treating pain-related diseases.It blocks the transmission of pain from the skin to the spinal cord and prevents the sensati...

Beans an excellant source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate and Manganese. It is a healthy vegetable for everyone and its regular consumption protects the body from various diseases.  Beans are good source of dietary fiber.Helps to promote a healthy digestive tract,keeps heart healthy by lowering the blood cholesterol levels and also reduces the risk of some types of cancer .It acts as a bulk laxative and aids in preventing constipation and other bowel problems. Beans are protien rich vegetables with a good amount of vitamins, minerals, and complex carbohydrates.Helps to regulate blood sugar level makes beans good for diabetics. Beans being rich in complex carbohydrates provides energy to our muscles and brain .It fills our stomach easily and satify the appetite. Beans contain good amounts of calcium, iron, magnesium and potassium.Responsible for bone health,body metabolism,control heart rate and blood pressure.It is also a good source of Thiam...

Apricot is a good source of vitamin C,vitamin A,dietary fiber and potassium. It contains phytochemicals called carotenoids which gives red, orange and yellow colors to fruits and vegetables. The  Lycopene is one of the carotenoids,a powerful antioxidant is found in apricots. Apricot is good for Eye sight and heart health The beta carotene in apricot protects LDL cholesterol from oxidation which may lead to heart diseases and strokes. The higher beta-carotene content in apricot contributes a good source of Vitamin A to our body and it also play a vital role in keeing our heart healthy.It is a powerful antioxidant and it plays a vital role in vision health, bone growth, reproduction,immune system and in cell functions .It protects our body cells against the effects of free radicals. The degenerative effect of free radicals may lead to cataracts,damage the blood supply to the eyes and cause macular degeneration. Apricot and Iron deficiency   Helps in treating a...

Jackfruit is very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. It is also a good source of  Carbohydrates, Vitamin C,  potassium, magnesium,   and    iron.   Health Benefits of Jack fruit 1 .  Being  rich in carbohydrates, fructose and sucrose,Jack fruits are energy boosters. 2.Jack fruit contain  powerful anti-oxidant, Vitamin C which helps to  heal cuts and wounds, keeps teeth and gums healthy.play vital role in  growth and repair of all body tissues.It is  effective against respiratory health problems such as shortness of breath, asthma and cough.It  helps to strengthen the immune system function by supporting the white blood cells function.   3. Potassium   helps to  maintain healthy blood pressure  and reduces the risk of strokes. 4.  Calcium and M agnesium   in jackfruit   protects and keeps our  bones  and teeth  healthy. 5.J ackfruits  h...

Vitamin B is a w ater-soluble vitamin . They dissolve in water and are not stored in the body. Excess amounts are eliminated in urine so must be replaced every day in our diet to provide a continuous supply. These vitamins helps the body to get energy from the food we eat and helps in appetite control, vision, healthy skin, healthy nervous system and in red blood cell formation . B-complex vitamins  are not harmful as the body excretes excess levels in urine. Benefits Sources Deficiency - gives energy  - healthy skin - healthy nervous   system - Red Blood cell   production - breads  - milk, eggs - cereals - meat - Vegetables,    beans and    peas,banana - Beriberi -  Anemia - Pellagra B-complex is a compound of  eight B vitamins,which includes  1.Vitamin B 1  (thiamine) is needed for carbohydrate metabolism(required to properly use carbohydrates), to release ene...

Guava and its health benefits 1.Guava is a rich souce of dietary fiber,Vitamin C,Vitamin A and Vitamin E.It also contains folic  acid,potassium,manganese and copper. 2.Guava is a laxative fruit.Being a rich souce of dietary fiber,it helps to cure constipation. 3.Guava being packed with vitamins and minerals helps to keep the skin healthy ,fresh and wrinkle free. 4.It contains powerful antioxidant Vitamin C to boost the immune system .It plays a vital role and helps in cancer prevention and anti-aging. 5.Magnesium  in guavas helps to relax the nerves and muscles in the body. 6.Potassium  in guavas helps to r egulate the blood pressure by reversing the role of sodium in unbalancing the normal blood pressure. 7.Guava being rich in Vitamin C helps to prevent the viral infections like cold and cough.It also effectively helps in treating scurvy. 8.Guava has very good astringent properties.It helps in treating ga...

Watermelon : Best Fruit to Beat the Summer 1.It is an excellant fruit especially for pregnant ladies as it helps in treating morning sickness .Another benefit,it greatly aids in the development of baby's brain, vision, nervous and immune system. 2.Watermelon has extremely high water content and therefore it helps to boost hydration .It helps to beat the summer by  cooling the body and it is good for skin. 3.Watermelon is a good source of Vitamin A,vitamin B1 and B6,vitamin C,pantothenic acid, biotin, magnesium, potassium and dietary fiber. 4.Being rich in Vitamin C, it helps to boost the immune system and fight against infections. it protects the body from cell damage by free radicals which cause chronic health problems,including cancer and heart disease. it helps to build healthy teeth and gums. 5.Watermelon rich in Vitamin B1 and B6 serve as a wonderful energy booster and thirst quencher.It refreshes body,mind and gives full of energy aft...

Benefits of doing Regular Exercise  1.Exercise helps to improve our health and it increases the longevity of our life. 2.Exercise strengthens muscles,bones,joints and makes our body flexible . 3.Exercise boost up our energy  and keeps us active all throughtout the day. 4.Exercise increases the metabolism and aids in weight reduction by burning fat.Good remedy for Obesity and over-weight problems. 5.Exercise reduces the risk of strokes and other heart disease .It helps to improve blood flow and aids in raising high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels (good cholesterol) and lowering low-density lipoprotein (LDL) levels (bad cholesterol). 6.Exercise improves blood sugar and cholesterol level,reduces blood pressure and body fat.so doing regular exercise reduces the risk of developing  Type II diabetes and high blood pressure . 7.Exercise rejuvenates body and mind.It is the best aid for treating depression,stress and anxiety. Exercise increases the longevi...

1. Green Tea has numerable health benefits because of its anti-oxidant properties .It is rich in amino acids and vitamins like vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, vitamin C and vitamin E.It contains a most powerful antioxidant called Epigallocatechin-3 gallate (EGCG) which helps in treating health disorders like Rheumatoid arthritis,High cholesterol levels,Cardiovascular disease,Infection,Impaired immune function and tooth decay. 2.Regular consumption of green tea reduces the risk of heart diseases and strokes .It helps to block the oxidation of LDL (bad) cholesterol, increase HDL (good) cholesterol and improve artery function.It is a good beverage to burn fat and reduce weight .It also prevents diabetes. 3.Regular consumption of green tea helps in the reduction of hypertension. 4.Green tea is a mind refresher and helps in treating headache and fatigue. Green Tea 5.Freshly brewed green tea when steeped for 5 minutes helps to get the  maximum ben...

1.Almonds,a healthy nutritious snack,rich in protein and fiber, boost up the energy level naturally.As a fiber rich content,helps in preventing constipation . 2.Almonds are low in calories and contains no cholesterol.It gives the feeling of fullness to the stomach and reduces our food intake.So daily consumption of almonds significantly helps in weight reduction. 3.Almonds reduces the total cholesterol in our body.It helps to  increase the amount of HDL cholesterol and reduces the LDL(bad) cholesterol levels in blood 4.Almonds stabilizes the blood sugar level and helps in treating diabetes . 5.Almonds,rich in Omega 3 fatty acids and are considered as brain food .It helps in sharp, intellectual and healthy brain development. 6.Regular consumption of almonds reduces the risk of cancer,diabetes,Alzheimer's disease and other chronic illness. 7.Almonds,being a storehouse of nutrients helps to improve cardiovascular health. Almonds/Badam 8.Almonds bein...

1. Yoga helps to improve our overall health .Yoga strengthens and makes our body flexible. 2.Yoga boosts up our energy and makes us feel relaxed.Yoga practice is a good remedy for stress reduction and mental calmness. 3.The functions of the respiratory system, the circulatory system,heart,liver,kidney,brain and other excretory functions can also be improved by practicing Yoga. 4.Yoga provides complete solution to rejuvenate our whole body system including bones,muscles and nerves. 5.Yoga refreshes both body and mind and keeps us active all throughout the day. 6.Yoga helps in weight reduction .A consistent yoga practice increases the stamina and makes you feel strong and light. 7.Yoga helps in treating diabetes,blood pressure and back pain. Yoga strengthens and makes our body  flexible 8.Yoga provides effective remedy for breathing problems . 9.Yoga gives supreme divine bliss with  innunume...

1. Beetroot helps to maintain a healthy lifestyle as it contains potassium, magnesium and iron and source of vitamins like vitamin A,B6,C and folic acid. Beetroot also contains carbohydrates, protein, powerful antioxidants and soluble fibre. 2. High content of nitrates in beetroot produces a gas called nitric oxide in the blood which widens the blood vessels and lowers the blood pressure. 3. Antioxidant like Betacyanin in beetroot helps to reduce the LDL cholesterol and reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke.It also helps in preventing colon cancer. 4. Beetroot contains folic acid which is essential for normal tissue growth.Being a rich source of iron,it is good for anaemia and fatigue.Beetroot is a must vegetable to be included by a pregnant woman in daily diet especially during the first three months of pregnancy.It also helps to boost up the stamina. 5. Beetroot contains the mineral silica. This helps the body to utilise calcium, which is important for musculo-ske...

Honey contains many vitamins(B1,B2,C,B6,B5,B3)and minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphate, potassium, sodium chlorine and sulphur.So using honey in our daily diet is good for our health . Like sugar,Honey also contains glucose and fructose.Both are considered as energy boosters. But we can consume honey and reduce the usage of white sugar. Because Sugar gives temporary energy and it has no nutritional value rather it harms and it is consdered as the main contributing factor for diabetes.Moreover in the process of manufacturing sugar,almost all its vitamins and mineral are destroyed. Honey,a natural sweetener and energy booster with plentiful of vitamins and minerals is subjected only to minimal heating. Honey is used for skin treatments.It helps in skin rejuvenation and effectively used for treating acne.It is a bleaching agent which makes skin shine and glow.With its antimicrobial properties in great way it also helps in treating burns,cuts and wounds. Hon...

1.Garlic as an antioxidant provides a natural remedy to  lower the high  blood pressure  and cholesterol . 2. Garlic has anti-fungal and anti-viral properties which helps the body fight against allergies.   3. Garlic contains antibacterial properties which helps in treating toothache,cold, cough and other throat irritations.  4.Garlic is considered to regulate the blood sugar level by increasing the release of insulin in diabetics.  5.Garlic helps to boost up the immune system .It is an antibiotic and it significantly helps in reducing the infections. 6.Garlic is good for health .Eating two garlic cloves a day helps to prevent common health problems like cold. 7. Garlic contains the compound allicin.It helps to suppress the appetite and aid in  weight reduction . Garlic - Natural Antibiotic 8.Garlic helps to reduce hypertension. It also helps in preventing heart diseases and cardiovascular problems. 9....

1. Aloe Vera helps to  moisturize and nourish the skin .It is greatly beneficial for treating acne and can be used for general skin problems,wounds,cuts,burns,scars and altogether for maintaining the healthy and beautiful skin. 2. Reduces Inflammation 3. Aloe vera is an antioxidant and it helps to fight against colon cancer. 4. Aloe vera heals internal digestive problems such as irritable bowel syndrome, constipation,  acid reflux  - cleanses the intestinal tract.It c leanses and supports our digestive system. 5. Aloe vera helps  to reduce the risks of strokes and heart attacks.   6. Aloe vera helps to boost up the immune system . 7. Aloe vera alk alizes the body and helps to balance the overly acidic dietary habits. 8. Aloe vera helps to s tabilize the blood pressure . 9. Aloe vera b oosts cardiovascular performance and physical endurance. 10. Aloe vera is extremely helpful for   mouth and gums . 11. Aloe vera c...

 Walnuts are considered as  brain boosters  as it is rich in  omega-3 fatty acids. They are also rich in proteins, B vitamins,fibers, antioxidants  like Vitamin E   and minerals like iron, magnesium, phosphorus, copper and manganese. 1.Walnut which resembles the shape of the brain is considered as an intellectual nut for  building healthy brain .Good to boost the brain and for cognitive development in children. 2.Walnuts contain  Antioxidant properties  and therefore helps to  lower the risk of cancer, heart disease and memory loss.  3. Walnuts  reduces the total cholesterol in our body .It helps to  increase the amount of HDL cholesterol and lower the LDL(bad) cholesterol levels in blood.It helps in treating diabetes . 4. Walnuts helps to  boost up the immune system. 5.Walnuts,i mproves bone health. 6.Walnuts are effective in preventing gallstones in women. Walnuts - Brain Foo...