The health benefits of turmeric Overview. Turmeric is a natural anti-inflammatory. Turmeric is a powerful antioxidant. Turmeric has anti-cancer effects. Turmeric may help with skin conditions. Turmeric might be brain food. Getting the most from turmeric. Turmeric is a natural anti-inflammatory Inflammation is a necessary process in the body, as it fights off harmful invaders and repairs damage caused by bacteria, viruses and injuries. However, long-term inflammation has been implicated in most chronic conditions such as heart disease and cancer, so must be controlled. The curcumin in turmeric has proven, strong anti-inflammatory properties that block the action of inflammatory molecules in the body. Studies show positive effects of curcumin on people suffering from conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease, amongst others. Turmeric is a powerful antioxidant Curcumin has been shown to be a robust scavenger of oxygen free radicals, which are chemically active molecules that cause damage to the body’s cells. Free radical damage, along with inflammation, is a key driver of cardiovascular disease, so curcumin can play a part in preventing and managing heart disease. Turmeric has anti-cancer effects Numerous animal studies have explored turmeric’s influence on cancer, and many have found that it can affect cancer formation, growth and development at a molecular level. Research has shown that it can reduce the spread of cancer and can contribute to the death of cancerous cells. Turmeric and curcumin may also be able to counteract the effects of some carcinogens, such as certain additives used in processed food. Turmeric may help with skin conditions According to a study, turmeric has been shown to help reduce the symptoms of skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema. Turmeric might be brain food There is growing evidence that curcumin can cross the blood-brain barrier and may help to protect against Alzheimer’s disease. It works to reduce inflammation as well as the build-up of protein plaques in the brain that are characteristic of Alzheimer’s disease sufferers. Another study of 60 patients showed that curcumin was as effective as an anti-depressant in treating depression, by boosting levels of brain-derived neurotropic factor (reduced levels of this chemical are associated with depression). While most of the current research is being carried out in a lab or on animals, the results are encouraging, and this wonderful spice will continue to be investigated as a powerful tool in improving our health. And it’s a great excuse to make a curry! Getting the most from turmeric The key to tapping into the health benefits of Turmeric may lie in how you consume it. A recent study looked at various ways of consuming turmeric.* The results showed that cooking turmeric with oil could help your body absorb more curcumin. It’s thought that when curcumin binds with fat, like the fat in olive or coconut oil, it’s more easily absorbed by the gut. And it may be that even small daily amounts consumed in this way could be beneficial for your health. So while there have been many claims about the healing properties and health benefits of Turmeric, the jury is still out on just how true these are. Extravagant claims such as ‘Turmeric can cure Cancer’ should be taken with a pinch of salt. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. What we do know is that cooking turmeric with oil, as part of a balanced diet, could be the best way to get the most from this spice.

Here are few reasons why you should have garlic on an empty stomach 1. Stronger Lipid profile: Macrobiotic Nutritionist and Health Practitioner Shilpa Arora ND says, "Raw garlic in the morning, on an empty stomach may be very beneficial for your lipid profile. It's a natural blood thinner, which helps stabilise high blood pressure and cholesterol levels." Shilpa also adds, "Studies have also revealed how sulphur compounds found in garlic help destroy tumour cells. Garlic is a powerful antibiotic that may heal various lung diseases and strengthen the gut for better absorption of nutrients from food."   2. Powerful Natural Antibiotic: Raw garlic is one of the most effective natural antibiotics. The power raises significantly if garlic is consumed raw, on an empty stomach. Having a piece of raw garlic exposes the bacteria to the tough healing properties of garlic, which helps prevent the bacterial action in the gut. Garlic contains abundant antibiotic and antifungal sulphur compounds including allicin, allin and ajeone. The antibiotic components and its volatile oil helps treat cold and cough. 3. Digestion And Weight Loss Benefits: Eating raw garlic first thing in the morning stimulates digestion and appetite. A smoother digestion, amongst other things also aids effective weight loss. Eating raw garlic is also effective for tummy problems like diarrhoea. Eating raw garlic first thing in the morning stimulates digestion 4. Hypertension: The sulphur-containing compounds: allicin, diallyl disulfide, diallyl trisulfide, could help regulate your blood pressure levels too. 5. Detox: The sulfhydryl compound in the garlic helps remove toxic substances from the body. Therefore, if you have had a heavy dinner last night, it is always a good idea to start the next day on a detox mode. Eating Raw Garlic Raw garlic has a significantly better nutritive profile than cooked, which is why raw garlic is often one of the most common toppings and ingredients for salads and veggies. Here is how you can start your day with garlic. 1. Make sure the garlic is fresh. This is because, the allicin compounds degrade dramatically, if the garlic is made to sit out for too long. 2. Carefully, peel the skin off of one part of the clove and keep the rest half of the clove in the refrigerator.

Healthy Eating and Nutrition Healthy eating is essential to living a harmonious and balanced life. It prevents harm to your body’s cells, as well as keeps the skin soft and smooth. Should you consume a higher level of sweets, it’ll lower your defense mechanisms defenses. Therefore, it’s essential to consume those types of foods in moderation, or even better, just eliminate them out of your diet. On the opposite end from the food spectrum, proper nutrition should be followed. Eating a well-balanced diet gives enough nourishment to remain fit, so long as you combine it with physical exercise. When you practice healthy eating and nutrition, it’ll end nearly all your health problems, letting you live healthier. Within this age of rapid rising health care costs, staying healthy may have a positive impact on your family’s finances. An undesirable diet of fatty, processed foods results in obesity, which could rapidly become health problems, and additional medical expenses. Healthy eating is really a lifelong commitment that needs discipline and altering your eating patterns. Try consuming lots of leafy green vegetables which contain high amounts of vitamins and minerals. Consuming fast food, sweets and processed food doesn’t contribute to healthy eating patterns and it’ll erode your own body’s nutritional level, letting it fall to disease. An Apple every day Consuming enough fruits will ease the every single day load on your digestive tract. Fruits are highly full of vitamins and fiber. Fruit provides enough natural sugars to get rid of your cravings for other sweets. You can preserve your system neat and healthy by consuming lots of fruit every day.

HOW WILL YOU KNOW THAT WHAT EVER NEW YOU ARE DOING IS OR WHAT EVER YOU ARE PLANNING TO DO IS RIGHT AND PRODUCTIVE FOR YOU?RIGHT AND PRODUCTIVE ACTION -There are time in life when we caught in a situation that brings unclearity to act and confusion in determination of persuing the act . in will eloborate it here how to get decision clear. there are four criteria to get final decision of what ever you are doing. all you need to do is to ask your self 4 questions, if you get yes to all it means you should go for that 1-  what ever you are planning or doing is producing any harm to you? - if answer to this is no then add 25% and if answer to this yes then 00 point. 2- what ever you are planning or doing is producing any harm to others? - if answer to this is no then add 25% and if answer to this yes then 00 point. 3- what ever you are planning or doing is giving or going to give happiness to you? - if answer to this is yes then add 25% and if answer to this no then 00 point. 4- what ever you are planning or doing is giving or going to give happiness to others ? - if answer to this is yes then add 25% and if answer to this no then 00 point. this way you can ask yourself 4 question and evaluate percentage of rightness and productivity in your planning and action. I will give example here, If a person has evaluted his planning and come with scoring  then he/she should go with his planning that will definately result into right action. less than this will result into not upto mark satisfaction and productivity. this is the best way for evalution of rightness of planning and action done by us in our day to day life. 

Anything that has ability to cure disease is called medicine. Every  science has its own methodology. None of the medical science is complete, but every medical science always does their best in curing patients. There are following medical science exist in today’s world; allopathy, homeopathy, ayurveda, unani,  sidhdha etc. Homeopathy is one on them with its own methodology, rules, regulation, and benefits. Followings are benefits of homeopathy; It is energy based medical science so it cures holistically,It cures disease permanently from its root,It does not produce any side effect,It can be used in any age group of person including lactating mother and pregnant woman,It helps in building immunity of person,It can be useful in curing any disease from common cold to cancer,Homeopathy is the best for chronic diseases as well as acute diseases,it can be use for preventive and curative purpose

Especially during the holidays and this time of lockdown or whenever there is full time available, what is the best activities that can be done? Many people are unclear and they just pass time. If we understand human being, most people among us, they are always busy with finding activity and target outside say for example ; they will see movies,they will see others excellent in videos,what youtube and facebook and othe social media,they see the life style of celebrity,know  things which they don’t know,playing cards and other activities, and so on ,there are many activities we are dong everyday to pass time without knowing why we are doing so. In my understanding every person is individual and different so as their need from life and source of happiness are different. Every person is looking for the best part of within lying deep insight. Their effort is to experience that part and live life with that unique part and living with this essential part of us will give us highest happiness and satisfaction.Most people are unaware of this facts and what they do is that they see the others with that qualities living their life at the best and what we do is we just see those group of person and spend time watching them. We always try to find out this satisfaction and happiness from watching other person’s life, celebrities’ life, playing video games, watching time on social media, watching somebody who is like that person but successful. What I want to say that spending time outside will never lead to self-development, success, happiness and happiness.  So whenever there is time or you want to give time then the highest activities that can be done is to understand your own soul need and putting your energy in building your qualities. This will lead to development of yourselves. Instead of  looking outside -other person’s qualities which are similar to your qualities, focus within, look insight and see what is need to be done for your own self.The real source of self development, success, happiness and satisfaction is in finding self by developing our own qualities to the best, so spend your maximum time here with awareness.  

Homeopathy is the second most practiced medical science in the world; millions of people across the world are diverting themselves towards homeopathy. Homeopathy medicines have ability to increased the immunity power and cure from the root.Followings are the reason why homeopathy is the best for children;It increases immunity power of children,It enhances proper mental and physical development,It cures disease from its root,It do not contain any chemical substance,Its natural energy based medicines,It does not produce any side effect,If your child is on homeopathy since beginning from mild or profound any problems; your child will be stronger than other kids at immunity, psychological level and physical level.When you meet a proper homeopathic doctor, he will understand your child in depth in regards to his interest, hobby, like, dislike, fears, dreams, bad and good experience he has gone through along with personality of your child. In this way doctor and parent both understand kids very well that allows proper development of child.

Asthma is a very chronic condition that has to be taken care very well along with homeopathic medicines; we have to avoid all the triggering factors associates with asthma and excite the aggravation of this condition. That is why it becomes very important for asthmatic patient to understand exact triggering factors. Once we will understand all these factors then we can delay the episodes of attacks by our own selves.  Triggering factors are as below;Dust,Pollution,Perfumes,Cold drink, Cold and chilled items,Change of weather,Freeze items,Playing in dust,Pollens,Chemical exposure,Colour paint at house,Excessive exertion,Respiratory tract infection,Dogs and cats danger,Dust lying on old items,In some patients from banana and grapes,

In general, the diet for fatty liver disease includes:Take: - lots of fruits and vegetables - high-fiber plants like legumes and whole grains - very little added sugar, salt, trans fat, refined carbohydrates, and saturated fat no alcohol     Avoid - Alcohol. Alcohol is a major cause of fatty liver disease as well as other liver diseases. - Added sugar. Stay away from sugary foods such as candy, cookies, sodas, and fruit juices. High blood sugar increases the amount of fat buildup in the liver. - Fried foods. These are high in fat and calories. - Salt. Eating too much salt can make your body hold on to excess water. Limit sodium to less than 1,500 milligrams per day. - White bread, rice, and pasta. White usually means the flour is highly processed, which can raise your blood sugar more than whole grains due to a lack of fiber. - Red meat. Beef and deli meats are high in saturated fat.  

Varicose veins can be noticeable because of their dark blue or purple appearance, they also often bulge out from underneath the skin. Other symptoms of varicose veins include: - burning or throbbing sensation in the legs - uncomfortable legs that feel heavy or achy - muscle cramps that can be more noticeable at night - swelling of the feet and ankles - dry or itchy skin that appears thinner over the varicose vein   Exercise Regular exercise encourages better blood circulation in the legs, which helps to push along the blood that has collected in the veins. Exercise also helps to lower a person's blood pressure, which is another contributing factor to varicose veins. Low-impact exercises help to get the calf muscles working without excessive strain. Effective, low-impact exercises include: - swimming - walking - cycling - yoga   Compression stockings Compression stockings are available from most pharmacies and can help by applying pressure to the legs. This aids the muscles and veins to move blood toward the heart. - A study from 2018 found that people who used knee-high compression stockings with a pressure of 18 to 21 mmHg for one week, reported a reduction in the pain and aching associated with varicose veins.   Dietary changes: Salty or sodium-rich foods can cause the body to retain water, so cutting down on salty food can minimize water retention. Foods high in potassium can help to reduce water retention. Foods that are high in potassium include: - almonds and pistachio nuts - lentils and white beans - potatoes - leafy vegetables - some fish, such as salmon and tuna   Foods with fiber help to keep the bowels moving and prevent constipation. This may be important, as straining can aggravate damaged valves or make them worse. Foods that are high in fiber include: - nuts, seeds, and legumes - oats, wheat, and flaxseed - whole-grain foods   People who are overweight are more likely to experience varicose veins, therefore, shedding any excess pounds can reduce the pressure on the veins and alleviate swelling and discomfort.   Eat more flavonoids Adding foods that contain flavonoids may also help a person to shrink their varicose veins. Flavonoids improve blood circulation, which will keep the blood flowing, and make it less likely to pool in the veins. They also help to reduce blood pressure in the arteries and can relax blood vessels, all of which can reduce varicose veins. Foods that contain flavonoids include: - vegetables, including onions, bell peppers, spinach, and broccoli - citrus fruits and grapes, cherries, apples, and blueberries - cocoa - garlic   Choose non-restrictive clothing Wearing tight-fitting clothes can restrict blood flow. A person may find that their circulation is improved by wearing loose-fitting clothes that do not restrict the blood supply to the lower body. Wearing flat shoes instead of high heels may also help with varicose veins in the legs.  Keep the legs elevated Keeping the legs elevated, ideally at the same height as the heart or above it will help to improve circulation. This reduces the pressure in the leg veins and gravity will help the blood to flow smoothly back to the heart. A person should aim to keep their legs elevated if they are going to be sitting down for long periods of time, such as during work or rest. Massage Gently massaging the affected areas can help to keep the blood moving through the veins. A person can use gentle massage oils or moisturizer for optimal effects. It is crucial to avoid pressing directly onto the veins, however, as this may damage fragile tissues. Keep moving Avoid sitting for long periods of time. If a person has to sit for long periods of time for work, they should aim to get up and move around or change position frequently to keep the blood flowing smoothly. Avoid sitting with crossed legs, as this can further restrict blood flow to the legs and feet, which may add to circulation problems.

Meal plans Adding iron-rich foods to the diet can help to treat anemia. A doctor can advise about the kinds of foods to choose from and other ways to increase iron absorption. The best diet for a person with anemia includes plenty of foods rich in iron and other foods that help the body to absorb iron. A person should also be aware of foods that can inhibit iron absorption. The plan below was developed to show what healthful meals for a person with anemia might include: Breakfast Option 1 Iron-fortified cereal and a glass of iron-fortified orange juice. Option 2 Strawberries with low-fat yogurt and a handful of pumpkin and sunflower seeds.  Tea and coffee inhibit iron absorption, and people should not drink them with meals. Lunch Option 1  A sandwich with roast beef and watercress on iron-enriched bread. Option 2  A bagel with smoked salmon, cream cheese, and spinach. Dinner Option 1  Lamb chops with boiled potatoes, steamed broccoli, and curly kale. Option 2  A stew that includes kidney beans, chickpeas, black-eyed peas, tinned tomatoes, onions, red peppers, and garlic, topped with vegan or dairy-based cheese and a dollop of yogurt.   Foods rich in iron:  Many foods contain high levels of iron. A person may find it easy to combine them and make tasty, nutritious meals that help to boost the intake of iron. Fruits and vegetables - Watercress - curly kale and other varieties - spinach - collard greens - dandelion greens - Swiss chard - citrus fruits - red and yellow peppers - broccoli However, some dark, leafy greens also contain oxalates, which can inhibit iron absorption. Rather than relying solely on vegetables, a person should aim to get iron from a variety of sources.   Nuts and seeds - pumpkin seeds - cashews - pistachios - hemp seeds - pine nuts - sunflower seeds - Meat and Fish - Beef - Lamb - Venison - Liver - Shellfish - Oysters - Shrimp - Sardines - Tuna - Salmon - Halibut - Perch - haddock     Dairy products - raw milk - yogurt - cheese   Beans and pulses - kidney beans - chickpeas - soybeans - black-eyed peas - pinto beans - black beans - peas - lima beans Also, it may be a good idea to choose iron-fortified cereals, bread products, orange juice, rice, and pasta.   Foods to avoid The following foods can interfere with iron absorption: - tea and coffee - milk and some dairy products - whole-grain cereals - foods that contain tannins, such as grapes, corn, and sorghum - foods rich in gluten, such as pasta and other products made with wheat, barley, rye, or oats - foods that contain phytates or phytic acid, such as brown rice and whole-grain wheat products - foods that contain oxalic acid, such as peanuts, parsley, and chocolate   Tips for getting more iron in the diet The best way to add iron to the diet is to eat more foods that are rich in iron. However, the following strategies can maximize a person's iron intake: - refraining from drinking tea or coffee with meals - refraining from eating foods rich in calcium with those rich in iron - eating iron-rich foods alongside those rich in vitamin C - cooking with a cast-iron skillet - cooking foods for shorter periods.

What you should take? - Take more and more green vegetables, fruits and salad. - Drink milk every morning and evening. - Can eat egg, chicken, mutton, fish. - Exercise every morning and evening. - Drink juice of palak and beat daily. - Daily eat 1 apple. - Don’t starve more than 3 hours.

What you should take?  In morning take milk, fruits, salad, and juice.  In afternoon you have to take whatever you consume casually but eat fruits and salad more.  Eat house-made things like rice, dal, chapatti, milk, buttermilk, vegetable, etc.  Drink more and more water at least 20-25 glass per day.  Eat more papaya.  Eat/take green vegetable, fiber riched fruits salad more.  In evening you can consume snacks made at home.  In night you can take light food, milk, curd, fruits and salad. What you shouldn’t take/consume?  Don’t take oily, fried things and outside food.  Don’t take toast, khari, biscuit, meda, puri, besan items.  Don’t eat potato, spicy and salad things.  Don’t eat outside food like bhajiya, pakodi, chewda, pizza, dabeli, idli, dosa, etc.  Completely avoid non-veg.  The amount of oil and spicy in household food should be less.  If patient is diabetic then don’t eat fruits, rice and potato.  If diabetes is more than 400-500, then don’t take anything without the instruction of doctor.  If patient is suffering from HTN, then take less salt.

What you should take?       Take more fruits, green vegetables.       Drink more water.       In early morning and evening walk in open air.  What you should not take / avoid?      Take less amount of salt.       Eat less items like spicy, fried and outside junk food as much as possible.       For kidney failure and liver failure patients drink water as per prescribed / suggested by doctor.

What you should take?      Take more rice, dal, chapatti, vegetables and green vegetables.        Take more salad, curd, Milk and butter milk, drink more water. What you should not take / avoid?      Don’t eat non-veg, eggs, fish.       Don’t eat junk food items like bhajiya, Pakodi, toast, biscuit, khari, idli, dosa, pizza, dabeli, chewda, besan, meda etc.       In early morning, walk for half-an-hour atleat.

What you should take?      In morning take milk, fruits, salad and juice.     In afternoon you have to take whatever you consume normally but eat fruits salad also.      Simple household food like dal, chapatti, vegetable, buttermilk consumes it.      Drink water at least 20-25 glass per day.     Take green vegetable, fiber riched fruits, vegetables.      In evening eat household snacks.       In night eat milk, and salad and fruit. What you shouldn’t take/avoid?        Don’t take oily, fried items and outside food.        Don’t take toast, khari, biscuit, meda, puri, besan items.       Outside junk food like bhajiya, pakodi, chewda, pizza, dabeli, idli, dosa etc. don’t      take.        Don’t take potato, namkeen and spicy things.        Completely avoid non-veg.       In household food also, consume food having less oil and spicy.        If patient is diabetic, then don’t take fruits and rice, potato also.       If diabetes is more 400-500 then don’t take food without the instruction of doctor.       HTN, then consume less salt.

What you should take?      If suffering from allergy then drink hot water. What you shouldn’t take?       Don’t take cold drink, ice-cream, cold water, freezed items until and unless you are all well.       Don’t even take fruits kept in freeze.      Consume less amount of sweets and chocolate. If you consume then immediately  drink  water.      Don’t go to cold places.       Don’t take grapes and banana until and unless Doctor instructs.       Avoid going to sandy place, strong smell, perfumes.

What you should take?        In morning and evening drink one glass of skimmed milk ( without cream).        Sit at least half an hour in first rays of sunlight.        Walk for an hour in garden.        Consume white colored fruits like banana, apple etc.        Eat more green vegetables and salad.        Consume milk products like curd, buttermilk, paneer etc.        Take chicken, mutton, egg and fish.        Drink more and more water.        Do exercise as per instructed.        Keep TDS of water between 300 - 350. If you have RO, then check TDS because 40% minerals we get from water. What you should not take/ avoid?       If patient is diabetic, then don’t consume banana and other sweet fruits.        If patient is suffering from cholesterol, then don’t eat paneer, cheese etc.        If patient is obesied, then also he shouldn’t consume cheese, paneer.       If patient feel pain in bones by consuming sour things or curd then avoid it.     Good sources of calcium include:        milk, cheese and other dairy foods        green leafy vegetables, such as broccoli, cabbage and okra, but not spinach         soya beans         tofu         soya drinks with added calcium        nuts        bread and anything made with fortified flour       fish where you eat the bones, such as sardines and pilchards   Good sources of vitamin D:       Oily fish, such as salmon, sardines and mackerel        Eggs       Fortified fat spreads        Fortified breakfast cereals        Some powdered milks.

Left untreated, pancreatitis can cause serious complications and even death. Seeking emergency medical intervention is necessary when symptoms present. Pseudocysts accumulate fluid and debris in pockets. If they rupture, they cause infection and internal bleeding. Inflammation in the pancreas makes it vulnerable to bacteria and infection. Surgery may be required in some cases. Kidney failure may arise, requiring dialysis. Breathing problems may develop as chemical changes in the body can affect oxygen levels. Diabetes may occur as insulin-producing cells are damaged. Malnutrition is fairly common as the pancreas produces fewer enzymes, making it difficult to break down and process essential nutrients. Pancreatic cancer is associated with long-term inflammation of the pancreas often due to chronic pancreatitis. DO: If symptoms are severe, seek emergency medical attention immediately. If symptoms are mild or moderate, make an appointment with your physician. Eat small, light meals that are low in fat. DON’T: Discount the symptoms as just discomfort. Consume a high-fat meal. Drink alcohol or smoke. After a diagnosis of acute or chronic pancreatitis, nutrition must be the first priority. The goal with a pancreatitis diet is to prevent malnutrition, nutritional deficiencies and optimize blood sugar levels while protecting against kidney and liver problems, pancreatic cancer and worsening symptoms. Columbia University’s Pancreas Center recommends focusing on a nutrient-dense diet high in lean proteins, whole grains, fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy products while avoiding greasy fried foods and alcohol. Their program recommends annual blood tests to determine any nutrient deficiencies and recommends supplementation as necessary.

Breathlessness can be a difficult symptom to live with. But there are ways you can manage it. You should do below step for better health Sit in a chair with bent knees and relaxed shoulders, head, and neck. Place your hand on your belly. Breathe in slowly through your nose. As you exhale, tighten your muscles.  Put more emphasis on the exhale than the inhale.  Repeat for about five minutes. Breathing habits Unhelpful breathing habits can make you feel more out of breath. When you’re out of breath, you may feel like you need more air. So you may start to take more air into your lungs or breathe faster. You might then not take the time to fully empty your lungs as you breathe out. This means you use the top of your chest more to breathe, instead of using your whole lungs. Breathing like this is more work – your muscles will get tired more quickly, and you’ll feel even more out of breath. Talk to a phyiother@pist to find the best techniques for you. If you don’t already have one, ask your doctor to refer you.Breathing controlBreathing control means breathing gently, using the least effort. It will help when you’re short of breath or feeling anxious. This type of breathing is commonly used in yoga. To get used to breathing control, it helps to practise when you’re sitting, are relaxed and not out of breath. Breathing control is about the best use of your main breathing muscle, your diaphragm. The focus is on reducing tension, using your shoulder and neck muscles to get into the best position for you to breathe easily. Your diaphragm contracts when you breathe, so pulling the lungs down, stretching and expanding them. It relaxes back – into a dome position – when you breathe out, reducing the amount of air in your lungs.