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The Hidden Health Secrets of Eating Slowly and Quietly

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  In this era of fast-paced and hectic life, if someone is seen eating slowly, people around them not only look at them strangely but also call them very lazy. But they do not know that the real benefit lies with that person because, according to scientific research, eating slowly and thoughtfully has a big impact on your health. The speed at which you eat affects your life. These include everything from digestion and satiety to body weight management and overall health.   You must have also learned some principles of eating from your elders, which include chewing food thoroughly, eating with an appetite, eating with your mouth closed without making a sound, not talking at the table, and eating silently.   All of these have been verified in this article on scientific grounds.   Easy to Digest Food   Livia Hasegawa is a nutritionist at the University of Sao Paulo in Brazil.   “Eating slowly breaks down food into smaller pieces, which ma...

Hundred Benefits of Ginger

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We visit the nearest hospital for minor ailments or buy medicine from a drugstore. Still, we do not forget that there is no shortage of medicine in nature; they play an essential part in our daily lives. These days, when the practice of doctors was common, the spices and vegetables available in our kitchens used to be part of their treatment. These medical prescriptions were very effective and useful, i.e. 'Heng lage na alumkari aur rang chokha'. Let's talk about ginger, which was found in every kitchen of rich and poor and used in daily meals. Do you know that the small root of ginger is the guarantee of our health and the cure for many diseases? Ginger is digestive, strengthens the heart muscles, and relieves joint pain. It is a cure for colds, flu, and cough, and provides heat to the body. The ancient Indian Ayurveda and Greek medicine also believe in the numerous benefits of ginger. Ginger's benefits are praised and widely used in almost all countries worldw...

How Much Water Should We Drink in a Day and How Big a Health Risk is Drinking too Much Water?

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Water is most important because it is the source of life. But the how much water is necessary for us to drink daily? While drinking less water can be a health hazard, consuming too much water can also be fatal. Water  maintains about 60% of our total body weight. It is present in our cells, organs, blood, and various parts of our body. Dr. Nidia Rodriguez Sanchez, a hydration expert at the University of Stirling in Scotland, says that ‘Water is a nutrient in itself.’ We focus on protein,   vitamins,  carbohydrates, and fiber, but we don't consider water as an important nutrient in for lives. Water plays an important role in all of our bodily functions. According to Howard Medical School, some of the important functions of water in our body are as follows: ·         It carries nutrients and oxygen  to cells. ·         It flushes out harmful bacteria from the bladder. ·    ...

Better to Use Honey Instead of Sugar

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  Many elders have been heard saying that using honey instead of sugar  is beneficial for health, but how useful is its use, and whether it is safe for everyone? Important information is going to be placed in front of you. So, let's start with how honey is produced. Honey: Honey is the fruit of the labor of the bees who spend the whole day from one flower to another collecting their nectar and turning it into a golden liquid. The journey of honeybees to collect the sweet and tasty liquid from flowering plants and trees is not an easy one. After collecting the sap from the flowers, the bees take it to their home, the beehive, where this golden liquid is stored as winter food for the bees. If you look at the history of honey, in ancient Greece, honey was called “God's favorite food” while in China it was called “medicine”. Nutrients found in Honey Pure honey contains amino acids, antioxidants, vitamins , minerals, and sugar, but it is important to note that it is “p...

Five simple methods to improve the health of the contaminated indoor air

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Air pollution causes seven million deaths every year worldwide, and it seems impossible to get rid of this situation. Nine out of ten people can avoid a variety of illnesses, including strokes, lung cancer, and respiratory diseases, by taking simple steps to breathe healthy air. Microscopic particles of pollution are always around us and harm us especially if you are indoors. According to a study by the US Environmental Protection Agency, indoor pollution is often two to five times higher than outside. According to Matthew S. Johnson, chief science officer at Air Labs, indoor air contains just as much air pollution as outdoors, still, other pollutants are also added to the home, including building materials, including items used for cooking and cleaning. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to make your indoor air healthier . The following are five methods to help you do that. 1. Air Ducts I mproper routes for fresh air to enter the house result in polluted air be...

Does It Make Sense to Clear Your Arteries?

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  With proper diet, exercise, and stress reduction, blocked arteries may be reversed. Medication and lifestyle adjustments may potentially lessen the accumulation of plaque.   One important part of your circulatory system is your arteries. Your body uses these tubes to pump blood that contains oxygen  to all parts of your body. Blood can flow easily when blood arteries are open and unobstructed. But occasionally, deposits of fat, cholesterol , and other materials may accumulate within your blood vessels. Atherosclerosis is the name for this condition, which can cause your arteries to progressively narrow. The location and degree of your plaque development will determine how you are treated. In order to reverse atherosclerosis, the authors of a 2020 review point out that controlling all significant risk factors is necessary, such as: Lowering elevated cholesterol Lowering hypertension Stopping smoking, if you do You may also "unclog" your arteries by exercising...