November 20th, 2009 by vikas
Human body can absorb the nutrients from food they consume only in their presence. With birth, there is natural production of these protein molecules in infants. It gradually diminishes in growth as they grow and hence need to be replaced by consuming sprouted grams and cereals. Breast milk is in the raw, uncooked state which means it contains natural enzymes to aid in its digestion thus requiring little digestive effort on the part of the infant. It is also found in plenty in food products such as raw fruits and vegetables. Avoid canned, processed and packaged food which have no protein molecules present, it can only satiate your stomach but it does not fulfill the required amount of nutrient needed for your body.
Fast food habits and new cooking techniques kill the protein molecules or enzymes in food. Avoid cooking them as far as possible try eating them raw. You can have raw fruits as snacks. Vegetables can be eaten raw in the form of salads. Mix sprouted grams, vegetables together and add some salt and pepper to it, it definitely offers good taste and is rich in protein molecules required for the absorption of nutrients present in food. These are the interesting facts of life!
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November 20th, 2009 by vikas
The protein molecules in the body of human beings are known as enzymes. It is also prevalent in animals and plants. These act as change agents and make life processes happen. They play an important role in your body, out of which digestion is a vital role.
They are said to be actively present in sprouted grams and cereals rather than boiled grams. Canned and processed food kills these protein molecules present in them. Hence, eating it fresh is important in order to make them act. Sprouted or soaked grams make digestion easier. There is also deterioration of such protein molecules found when you consume too much food. Pancreas get exhausted when there is a greater pressure put on them to secrete more enzymes and at the same time impairs immune system. These molecules are present in every chemical reaction and process that takes place in your body. Right from the brain, nerve, muscle, glands to organs require them for their functioning. Unpasteurised milk, fresh fruits and vegetables, fermented foods, raw meat, sprouted seeds and nuts soaked in water are rich in such change agents. They not only promote digestion but also help absorption of essential nutrients in the food you consume.
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November 20th, 2009 by vikas
Salads with some salt added or fruits during your break time will make a good snack for you. Sprouted grams or cereals are also good for snacks. Soaking seeds overnight in water activates their inherent enzymes and makes them easier to digest. Do not avoid protein rich food such as milk, cheese and butter, you must have them in small amount. Eating excessively results in a depletion of enzymes in the body. As there is greater pressure on the pancreas to secrete greater amounts of enzymes than normal, enzymes get depleted in the process.
Did you know that exercise helps digestion? Yes, it promotes good health and enhances your digestive system functions. Drinking warm drinks such as herbal tea may help digestion better than ice cold drinks or aerated drinks. Psyllium or bran, grains and cereals also promote digestion. Avoid, peppermint or chamomile which is not good for your stomach. Lactobacillus acidophilus is a digestive aid, this is found in plenty in food products such as yoghurt(curds). Use this for your breakfast or snacks, you can even buy over the counter medications with lactobacillus acidophilus to correct your digestive system.
Fibre rich food provides individuals with that sense of fullness, based upon bulk and indigestible factors as to insoluble fiber, resulting in less volume of food consumption.
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November 20th, 2009 by vikas
Staying thin is not being healthy. People often have a misconception that thin is healthy. Even if you are of mediocre weight, you can still remain healthy. People often resort to unhealthy practices in order to stay thin. Instead of eating well, they resort to fasting which leads to further complication. Replace your heavy food products by having juice. Get your daily dose of minerals, vitamins, and enzymes by consuming juice. Strike a good balance between eating and exercise.
Boost your digestive system, by eating healthy. You can add fibre rich food such as vegetables and legumes and natural probiotic products found in curds, soya milk and other milk products. Fiber dissolves into the intestinal water, a gel like substance, much like glue, is biologically created. This brings about excellent digestion, it also reduces the speed at which the abdomen evacuates, this further promotes digestion by softening your stools. It is nature’s best laxative.
According to world health organisation, WHO, a person is considered healthy if he is physically, mentally and emotionally fit. In order to stay healthy you should avoid food which is high-fat, high-sugar, calorie-rich, highly refined processed foods as they are poor in nutrient value.
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November 2nd, 2009 by vikas
Two drops of black basil juice are put into the eyes daily at bedtime to allay soar eyes and night blindness. Similarly, insect bites, skin rashes and other skin related problems can be treated easily. It is likely to prove prophyllactic against the negative effects of environmental toxins, including cancer.
If you have too much phlegm accumulated, basil leaves also helps remove them from the bronchial tube. Boost your memory by eating basil leaves and brahmi. Children with poor memory can consume this in order to boost their memory. Basil juice is also given to infants to build up their immune system. Your intake of water in a day should be about 8 to 10 glasses and adding basil leaves to your boiled water is the best thing to do as your intake of these leaves will be in higher proportion and can cure soar throat.
Keep away from bronchitis, asthma, influenza, cough and cold by adding few herbs in your daily water intake. Gain instant relief from influenza by consuming a decoction of cloves, common salt and leaves. Such is the power of natural herbs in keeping infections, skin rashes and diseases away! Be it respiratory problems, digestive disorder, joint pain, skin problems, swelling, constipation, diarrhea, women related problems such as menstrual pain, weight loss, fever, malaria etc can be treated with simple herbs which are readily available.
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November 2nd, 2009 by vikas
Naturopathy promotes natural medicines which are found handy. It boosts your immune system and does not have any side effects. Be it respiratory problems, digestive disorder, joint pain, skin problems, swelling, constipation, diarrhea, women related problems such as menstrual pain, weight loss, mouth infection, bad breath, head aches, sore eyes and night-blindness, fever, malaria etc can be treated with simple herbs which are readily available.
If you are suffering from fever, malaria or dengue diseases you need not resort to over the counter medicines. Tulsi(holy basil leaves) can be grown easily at your home, plant them if you don’t have one and see how helpful it can be for all at home. Eating five tulsi leaves every day will enhance your immunity and make your immune system strong. If you are fond of tea, you can boil some tulsi leaves along with your tea decoction and drink them. This can be used as an alternative if you don’t like eating tulsi directly. Extract its juice and have it once in every 2 to 3 hours. See how your temperature drops down. Chewing these leaves drives away cold and flu. It also aids to mobilize mucus in bronchitis and asthma. You can add them to your drinking water and boil it.
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October 30th, 2009 by vikas
Consumption of a gooseberry every day or tulsi leaf (Holy Basil Supplements) has proved to boost your immune system. Tulsi is also helpful for skin burns and improves memory if it is eaten on a daily basis. It has been a main ingredient in ayurvedic medicine and has been in the top ranked medicinal herb list. Eating a Camphor every month, can also help build your immune system. Camphor can be consumed along with a plantain or can be swallowed directly. Your body releases chemicals known as histamine, just as it does when fighting a cold. This can cause swelling in your nasal passages, a runny nose, coughing and sneezing. When your immune system is exposed to an allergen for the first time, you may not always have a reaction. Soon after that initial exposure, your body may begin to produce histamines when you face the allergen again. These histamines are what cause the symptoms of allergies. If you build your immune system you can fight against all these problems.
Prevent substance to which you are allergic to known as allergens
Dust mites
Pollen
Cockroaches
Mold
Animal dander
In addition to the herbs, drinking purified water and washing your hands before eating anything is mandatory to keep your self away from bacterial infection. Develop good habits and see how things work out for you.
Avoid allergens and improve your immunity boosting bacteria and bacteria benefits.
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October 30th, 2009 by vikas
Cough, congestion, running nose, headache and phlegm accumulation is common in winter seasons. Some people suffer from these symptoms even during off winter season. Such symptoms may have been a result of some allergy caused by different viruses in the air. It is these virus which attacks the immune system leading to cold allergies. Best advice from the doctors would be to build your immune system strong. Keep those bad viruses at bay. This will not only keep you fit but also help you avoid unnecessary use of medications, such as antibiotics, decongestant and any unnecessary contact with hospitals and medical facilities.
Common symptoms that people experience during winter seasons:
Sneezing which is contagious
Cough which is contagious
Congestion
Headache
Running nose - may be clear, green, yellow or white
Herbal tea such as green tea is popularly used in China and among other western countries. It is not only good for your skin but also improves immunity and keeps allergies away from your life. Similarly inner bark of the purple lapacho tree, P’au D’Arco tea have properties which are anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal thus help fight infection and allergy causing bacteria.
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October 30th, 2009 by vikas
Protein rich food such as legumes, nuts, tofu, seeds, cereals must be added to your diet. At least one portion of your meal or breakfast should consist of any one of these fibre and protein rich food. Drink lot of water to keep your body well hydrated, drink 2 litres of water on a regular basis. Yoghurt is also a good idea, to treat digestive problems as they have probiotics which is a friendly bacteria used to treat IBS. In addition to this, Nux Vomica is used to treat heartburn, digestive spasms, and nausea; Your headache, bloating, heartburn and acid reflux can be treated with Lycopodium. Some people with indigestion problems suffer from nausea and belching which is well treated with Antimonium Crudum. Low risk of any side effects can be seen only with holistic treatment. Lifestyle, nutrition and stress levels play an important role along with complementary medicine treatments.
In a nutshell, your digestive problems can be treated with:
Eat plenty of fiber, fruits, and vegetable
Eat a yogurt with live probiotics daily
Don’t overeat
Eat slowly in a relaxed setting and chew thoroughly
Keep hydrated, drinking at least 2 liters of filtered water daily
Stop consuming caffeine, alcohol, sugars and tobacco
Eat protein rich food such as legumes, nuts, tofu and seeds.
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October 30th, 2009 by vikas
Does your stomach bloat after eating certain food products? Have you experienced an Irritable bowel syndrome, IBS or food allergies in the past? You must have seen a lot of gas formation and feel uneasy, read the article to find out what you can do in such a situation?
Bank on naturopathy to treat your digestive problems. Alter your diet and take moderately priced herbs or supplements geared toward your individual symptoms. As eating fast food and unhealthy diet will release toxins into the bloodstream, to the cells and organs of your body, this process leads to sickness and disease. Do not over eat or eat junk food. Eat nutritious diet and make sure that you eat smaller meals more frequently. Add plenty of fibre rich food such as vegetables and fruits. Vegetables such as ridge gourd, drum stick, spinach, green leafy vegetables are good for constipation and other digestive problems. Chew your food properly and make sure you eat slowly in a relaxed state. If you are too fond of chocolates, caffeine, alcohol, tobacco or sugar, it is highly recommended that you should cut down intake of these products. If you continue to eat them it may aggravate the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. Exercise regularly to keep your body relaxed and breathe in fresh air. Breathing exercises and yoga is said to treat most of your health problems.
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