To consume food high in antioxidants are important. Antioxidants contain compounds that fight diseases. It is believed by scientists that they help prevent and repair the stress that occurs from oxidation in a normal cell. Some small percentages of cells get damaged during oxidation and turn into free radicals. This can start a chain reaction…
Weight gain? Cortisol may be your real culprit for those extra kilos. Cortisol is also called the “Stress Hormone”. When life throws a lot of stress, the body reacts by producing cortisol/ stress hormones, which in turn increases the appetite. Stress generally leads to emotional eating and this, in turn, leads to an increase in…
1 large 8″ cucumber can have 34 calories and 0.45g of fat. It is very low in calories and is an excellent weight loss option for people watching weight. It is loaded with Vitamin K, Vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, and other essential minerals. It rehydrates the body. It is a refreshing snack that helps relieve…
White tea is made from the sun-dried leaves and the buds of Camellia sinensis. This is the same plant that also produces other kinds of tea like green or back tea. This tea is the least processed and is harvested when extremely young, and hence has a distinctive flavor and more properties. It is light…
Did you know that Cabbage has benefits for weight loss? 100 gms of cabbage has 1. 93% water 2. Calories 25 3. 2.5 g fiber 4. 0.1 g fat 5. Low / No Glycemic Index There are many kinds of diets for quick weight loss followed by people. Including cabbage in your diet plan is…
236 ml of iced tea with sweetener contains 15 calories, or 236 ml of carbonated fizzy drink contains approximately 100 calories. Health benefits of tea is widely known. For people who don’t like drinking plain water, iced tea is a great option. It keeps you hydrated, contains a lot of antioxidants & some research states…
Coronary Heart Diseases(CHD) are a major cause for deaths among adults across the world. In India, CHD is affecting an ever increasing number of the adult population year-on-year. Some of the reasons for this include obesity, poor nutrition, smoking and diabetes. CHD results in the narrowing of the coronary arteries – the blood vessels that…