What is triphala powder? Triphala means “teen phal” or three fruits. (Tri = Teen = Three & Phala = Phal = Fruits) Triphala churna is a 2000-year-old traditional Ayurvedic herbal formulation. This ayurvedic medicine consists of three fruits native to […]
Nutrition
Nutrition is the science of food that explores the interaction of nutrients and other substances in food in relation to growth, reproduction, maintenance, health and diseases in an organism.
Good nutrition is achieved when all processes involved such as – food intake, absorption, assimilation, biosynthesis, catabolism and excretion work efficiently.
Good nutrition is an adequate, well balanced diet which, when combined with regular physical activity – is a cornerstone of good health.
Poor nutrition can lead to malnutrition, reduced immunity, increased susceptibility to disease, impaired physical and mental development, as well as reduced productivity.
Fenugreek Seeds Benefits, Uses, Side Effects and Interactions
Most Asian households have a jar of fenugreek seeds somewhere in the kitchen cabinets or a bunch of its leaves stores in the refrigerator. Yes, that makes your food tasty, but you will be surprised by the fenugreek seeds benefits […]
High Protein Foods List for Weight Loss / Gain & Muscle Building
Proteins are the building blocks of our cells. It is also the fuel that the body uses to function. If we do not consume the required amount of protein, our body will grow weak, and a number of problems will […]
Organic vs Inorganic Vegetables – Which is better?
You must have noticed that every supermarket now has an organic products section. The vegetables may not look special, but they are often priced higher than what you get from the market. If you are confused which ones to buy, […]
Interesting Facts About Vanadium Deficiency Symptoms and Interventions
Vanadium has a role in glucose and lipid metabolism, red blood cell formation and thyroid function. Learn all about Vanadium Mineral Nutrient.
Drumstick Leaves, Flowers & Seeds Health Benefits and Side Effects
Every street in Indian villages has a drumstick tree (Moringa Oleifera Tree). And if you happen to enter a kitchen, you will most certainly find the Drumstick vegetable (slender, long green seed pods). People in India swear by the health […]
Chia Seeds in Hindi – चिया सीड के लाभ, नुकसान और दुष्प्रभाव
चिया बीज एक सुपरफूड हैं। आप यहाँ सारी जानकारी ले सकते हैं चिया सीड (Chia Seeds in Hindi) के लाभ, नुकसान और दुष्प्रभाव के बारे मैं। इनमे प्रोटीन, फाइबर, ओमेगा-3 फैटी एसिड, कार्बोहाइड्रेट, कैल्शियम और एंटीऑक्सिडेंट की बहुत अच्छी मात्रा […]
Castor Oil Uses, Benefits, and Side Effects [ Hair + Skin ]
Castor is one of the oldest cultivated crops & castor oil is one of the oldest folk remedies used worldwide. Many of castor oil’s benefits are due to its chemical composition. It’s main component is a type of triglyceride fatty acid which […]
Lemongrass Plant and its Uses, Benefits and Side Effects
Can you imagine your favourite Thai dish without that sweet lemongrass smell? Of course not. Lemongrass is to Thai cuisine what cheese is to pizza. And, there is much more to the humble lemongrass than making your favourite Thai green […]
Astaxanthin Uses, Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Warning
Astaxanthin is a pinkish-red carotenoid pigment found in microalgae, yeast, shrimp, trout and other sea animals. The salmon and the flamingo both get their color from this pigment as they eat foods high in this carotenoid. These animals don’t turn […]
Chia Coconut Protein Pancakes Recipe – Gluten Free
Chia seeds are considered to be one of the few functional foods that can be effective in controlling obesity, the prevention of metabolic syndrome, and subsequently, the onset of cardiovascular diseases and type II diabetes mellitus. They are easy to […]
Vitamin D Deficiency Symptoms, Causes, Diseases and Treatment
Shunning the sun is NOT fun! That’s what the mounting evidence from various reports on vitamin D deficiency are trying to tell us. New research on Vitamin D is now clear that bone health is only one of the many […]