Tag: Berries

Each and every one of us would want the occasional cheat from our strict diet regimens. And after all that hard-work taken to resist...

Superfoods have taken the health world by storm. Trendy, tasty, and usually easy – superfoods boost of nutrients, minerals, and have the potential to...

Antioxidant-rich cranberries are renowned for their effectiveness in treating UTIs and combating inflammatory diseases like cancer, heart disease, and even neurological dysfunctioning. To savor its natural flavors (without added sugars), blend 1 bag cranberries, 1/3c golden raisins, 20oz crushed pineapple packed in 100% juice, in a saucepan over med heat for about 20 mins.

Who doesn't love good old traditional Christmas dinner? Christmas in general is a very festive season and the food makes it more extravagant. However,...

Are you tired of finding your hair everywhere you go? Have you stopped brushing your hair in the fear of losing more in the...

Drink 7-10oz of water every 20 mins during your workout. Roll up for a quick, protein-rich post-workout meal that includes fish, lean meat, eggs, beans, tofu; pair it up with fast-digesting carbs like white bread or fruits. Supplement your diet with anti-inflammatory foods like salmon, cherries, blueberries to relieve muscle soreness and help speed up recovery time.

In a world that is slowly going back to nature and consuming its foods in all its raw glory, or if you're experimenting with...

Slim that wide waist and paunch pouring over your jeans with these natural fat-shedding food options, instead of those artificial weight loss supplements and...

Take 1t amla powder or 25ml fresh amla juice with 1t honey daily morning in an empty stomach. Equally beneficial will be 1t triphala in lukewarm water, 1/2t licorice powder in 1c hot milk, or a decoction of 10 black raisins and 10g fruit pulp of aragvadha (Casia Fistula). You can also try ayurvedic formulations like kumkumadi lepam or mukhadooshikari lepam.

Viagra has been studied for years now as a treatment for erectile dysfunction. Yet for those who prefer a more natural alternative, it may not be the top choice. If you’re worried about the side effects from taking drugs like the famous blue pill, why not explore a more holistic approach to sexual health? Blueberries can improve the underlying conditions that are causing your erectile dysfunction in the first place. But are they good enough to replace Viagra?

Amla or the Indian gooseberry offers more vitamin C than even an orange. It has the ability to fight off multiple cancers and prevent cardiovascular disease by balancing cholesterol levels and fighting free radicals. Amla is a fruit for diabetics as it naturally lowers blood glucose levels. It has proven benefits for digestion and can treat diarrhea, dysentery, and jaundice. This natural antibacterial fruit can even keep your teeth cavities at bay.

Blueberries are known to have various benefits such as being rich in vitamin C, being anti-inflammatory due to its rich anti-oxidant content, reducing blood...

Boil a few dried Indian gooseberry (amla) pieces in 500ml coconut oil until they become charred. Let the oil cool. Apply onto your hair, scalp overnight or an hour before wash. Equally beneficial can be topical application of kayyonyadi tailam, neelibhringadi tailam, herbs such as henna, aloe vera, hibiscus, or a fine paste of overnight soaked fenugreek seeds.

Amla or the Indian gooseberry is a popular herbal remedy that’s rich in antioxidants and can work a world of wonders on your system. But did you know that it could have some side effects too – for instance, if you are pregnant or a diabetic who is hoping to make the most of the blood sugar regulating properties of amla. Get on top of these side effects and possible drug interactions so this otherwise powerful remedy doesn't mess with your body.

If you have high cholesterol levels, it could accumulate as plaque in your arteries. Over time, the accumulation of fat, cholesterol, calcium, and other...