Blood type diet and Ayurveda
Ayurveda groups people based on their body/mind type, and recommends specific lifestyle and diet recommendations based on this type. However, in the case of Blood Types, not all individuals are…
Month: February 2008
A cup of hot cocoa a day, keeps suntan at bay!
Drinking a cup of hot cocoa a day, apart from providing protection from sun, helps in maintaining a youthful skin. Researchers at the Heinrich Heine University, Dusseldorf, Germany, found that…
Genistein -a soya supplement, prevents on-set of heart disease
Genistein, a soya-based supplement, when consumed regularly, in combination with vitamin D and calcium helps in preventing heart diseases. Genistein, an isoflavone, found in low concentrations in soya beans and…
Soyabean effectively reduces hot flushes among menopausal women
About 75% of all menopausal women suffer hot flushes, which is marked by sudden, intense feeling of heat, caused due to low estrogen levels during menopause. Although hormonal therapy is…
Indian plant species found beneficial in ulcer treatment
A research team at the Central Food Technological Research Institute at Mysore in India, has demonstrated the effectiveness of a new multi-step ulcer preventive activity. A phenol-bound Pectic Polysaccharide, derived…
A fibre-rich diet may be a healthier option for the weight-conscious
Whole grains that are high in fibre, helps in weight loss and provides some healthy nutrients to those, who make it a regular part of their diet. The Researchers at…
Acupuncture, specific-exercises could relieve pregnancy pains
Expecting moms experiencing back pain and pelvic pain have before them a variety of pregnancy pain treatments to choose from. Although the effects of Acupuncture and pregnancy-specific exercises and physiotherapy…
Few ancient-day ‘natural’ make-up ingredients worth considering
Natural make-up products are any day, a safer, healthier alternative, than their synthetic counterparts. Chemicals made their entry into the make-up kit just a few generations ago, but, people have…
Healing power of the common Coriander
Coriander (Coriandrum Sativum) is an ancient herb, that has been in cultivation and use for more than 3500 years now. It is a native of South West Asia and North…
Holistic recommendations for body and mind revitalization
To look beautiful, one should feel beautiful from within. Here are a few sure-to-work distress treatments which are more like a luxurious spa experience, after which, one can emerge feeling…
Traditional remedies for treating recurring Urinary Tract Infections
The saddening aspect of the common urinary tract infections (UTI) are that, they keep recurring. Although, doctors prescribe antibiotics, the bacteria that cause the infection, can outsmart drugs, making them…
Herbs for combating Osteoarthritis and Osteoporosis
Most common ailments can be cured by nature. Here are a few herbs that could help you maintain healthy bones, by keeping osteoporosis and osteoarthritis at bay. Yucca: Is used…
Natural sources of healthy fats
Oils derived from plants, such as sunflower, peanut, walnut, almond and olive oil, are good sources of healthy fats, say experts. The mono-unsaturated fats in almonds, the omerga-3 fatty acids…
Tomatoes help in reducing cardiac risks
According to a recent study, conducted in Britain regular intake of tomatoes, could significantly reduce heart diseases. Scientists have advised that people with high cholesterol should begin taking tomatoes or…