acharya on November 21st, 2011

It is a known fact that fruits/fruit juices are excellent options not only for overall good health, but also for the skin. Earlier, spa treatments involved use of expensive imported creams, made of exotic ingredients. This trend is now changing, as the spa owners have now realized that fresh fruits can render an equally refreshing [...]

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acharya on October 15th, 2011

In Ayurveda, it is said that good food is the one that tastes best in its raw, natural form, and is easily digestible, without addition of any salt, spices or condiments. Seasonal fruits are therefore, the best. According to latest study, certain fruits and vegetables help in reversing Type II diabetes by improving the functioning [...]

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Eating strawberries and pomegranates regularly can keep aging at bay, while also preventing several deadly diseases including cancer, according to latest study. According to researchers, the fruits, being high in antioxidants, helps combat the effects of oxidative stress, lessening effects of aging, and the chances of contracting diseases such as diabetes, cancer and heart diseases. [...]

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Watermelon seeds, usually thrown unused, can be the best way to control high Blood Pressure, offering the potential to control several major ailments, according to new research. This latest research finding by AP Verma, former Head of Botany Department of AN College in Patna, has been further confirmed by the Indian Agriculture Research Institute, New [...]

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Anti-oxidants found in citrus fruits can help curb chronic inflammation, one of the leading factors in major health issues like cancer and heart diseases, says the latest study from Journal of Nutrition. According to researchers, women with diet packed with high anti-oxidant rich citrus fruits had lower levels of certain inflammation markers. For the study, [...]

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acharya on January 11th, 2011

Tomato, although technically a fruit, is used more as a vegetable by people. The juice of tomato is highly recommended for people with various ailments and even for healthy people. Lycopene, an antioxidant is a part of almost all vegetables and fruits, but is found in large quantities in tomato. Experts have long recommended tomatoes [...]

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acharya on December 21st, 2010

Watermelon has been found to be a natural weapon against pre-hypertension, a precursor to cardiovascular disease, revealed researchers at The Florida State University (FSU), following evidence from their pilot study. Watermelon, despite its sweetness, is a low calorie, high fiber, nutrient-rich fruit. The investigation, first of its kind in humans, was carried out by FSU [...]

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acharya on July 6th, 2010

The Jamun is a purple coloured tropical berry with a unique taste, colour and flavour. It is acidic and astringent in nature, with a sweet taste. The jamun also popularly known as jambolan, kala jamun, jambas, rajaman, neredu, naval, nerale, java plum, jamali, black plum and black berry. The anthocyanin a plant pigment present in [...]

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