Eat for Health

 Food for Heart:

1. Black Beans are good for heart because it helps in controlling cholesterol and blood sugar levels as it contains nutrients like magnesium, folate, antioxidants and fiber.

2. Extra virgin olive oil made from the first press of Olives are  rich in antioxidants called Polyphenols and healthy monounsaturated fats which is good for healthy heart., regular consumption of olive oil helps in decrease of both systolic and diastolic blood pressure.  Consumption of more than four tablespoons of extravirgin olive oil a day can lower the risk of a heart attack, a stroke or heart diseases according to a recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine.  (Also try canola oil and peanut oils).

3. Salmon Fish is rich Omega-3 reduce blood pressure and recommended as a food for heart.

4. A small handful of Walnuts lower cholesterol and reduce inflammation in the arteries of the heart.

5. Include more oranges in diet as it is rich in potassium, cholesterol fighting fiber reduces blood presure, helps in lower the heart disease in women.  Foods rich in Vitamin C like oranges, lemon, mousambi, amla, guava, green leafy vegetables, cabbage, tomatoes and water melon helps in reducing the free radicals that are produced during stress adding to that also helps in cleansing and detoxing the body.

6. Red Wine is good for the heart as it contains powerful antioxidant called resveratrol and also flavonoids that protects the heart from cardiovascular diseases. Also eat flax seeds, avocados, raw nuts, fish oils, colorful fruits and vegetables, egg whites, egg substitutes, nonfat cheeses or yogurt, etc,

7. Include legumes like baked beans, Garlic, soybeans, lentils and tofu in diet.,and Avoid packaged foods that are high in sodium.

Dr.Oz Detox Diet

3 day detox cleanse:

Elimination of  harmful toxins in the human body with detox cleanse plan from Dr.Oz in 3 days.

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Focus on eating nutritious and fiber-rich foods like whole leafy vegetables, brown rice, stevia, beans, lentils, green tea, salmon fish, organic foods, whole fruits, berries, nuts, seeds, warm lemon water, green vegetable juices, warm lemon water,aloe vera juice, etc,.

Try to Avoid dairy products and eggs, gluten, wheat, processed sugar, beef, pork, coffee, soda, alchol, corn oil, peanuts, etc,.

Drink enough water.

For more Information on  Detox Diets for Weight Loss Refer: dr.oz clean detox manual

Also read  Detox Diet plan  to get more information on elimination of  toxins from the human body in a pure natural way.

Hidden causes of weight gain:

1. Hypothyroidism: state in which the thyroid gland does not produce a sufficient amount of the thyroid hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), symptoms include tiredness, weakness, fatigue, depression, facial myxedema, decreased sweating,etc,.

2. Cushing syndrome: symptoms associated with prolonged exposure to inappropriately high levels of the hormone cortisol.

3.Chronic Stress

4.Lack of proper sleep

5.Individual's who quit smoking recently.

6.watching of television Continuously enhances one to gain more weight than required where one consumes more calories than required also adding to the inactive life style.

7.During pregnancy(8-10kg wt gain during whole pregnancy is normal).

8.Low-fat foods.

9. Birth control pill.

10.Anti-depressant medications

11. High blood pressure

12.Osteoporosis

13.Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

14.Depression.

15.Hormone replacement therapy.

16. Stress and Depression

17. Sugar and artificial sweeteners.

Simple Weight Loss methods include Morning walk, swimming, yoga, working in the your garden, take the stairs instead of the lift, dance, washing your own car by hand, etc,.

what is a detox diet Plan

Detox or detoxification :

Detox aims in neutralizing or eliminating toxins from the human body in a pure natural way., In simple words nothing but cleaning of your body or body cleaning like one cleaning their bathrooms, removing the dust for their furnitures.

Why we need detoxification & How do toxins enter your body?

1. Food additives, soft drinks,perfumes, lotions, hair sprays,toxic fumes, smoking, etc,.

2. When the diet of the individual is included with excess of packaged foods, fats and oils, white flour and sugar and exposed to vehicle fumes, mildew, household cleaners, smog, paint flumes, Fertilizers, Dust, Anima, dander, Photocopiers, Smoke, Dry Cleaned Clothing, Pesticides, Mold, Electrical devices, Pollution, Heavy metals, Rain etc,. Then in that case DETOX DIET is recommended to that individual. Detox Your Body.

Why Detox?

1.For Improving Energy Levels.
2.Weight Loss.
3.For Good Clarity in Thinking Process.
4.For Good Digestive System.
5. For a  Healthy Skin.

Who Needs Detox:

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1. When the individual is experiencing fatigue or low energy levels.

2. when the individual is experiencing brain fog, lack of concentration or poor memory.

3. when one experiencing recurring yeast infections, jock, itching sensation or foot fungus.

4. Excessive drinking of coffee or tea

5. People living in a polluted environment may be suffering from different problems related  to breathing, eye, nose, throat & lung irritation, asthama, chronic, heart disease,etc are in common because of pollution of air,soil and water.

6. those suffering from problems like indigestion.

7. Detox is needed for those who suffering from headaches, arthritic pain,muscle pains, etc,.

8. Detox is for those people who are overweight or suffering from weight problems.

9. If any one suffering from or experiencing deep depression he definitely needs detox.

10. If any one having food allergies or skin problems then in that case also detox is recommended.

Natural detoxifiers in Human Body:

Kidneys, Liver, Respiratory system, Gastrointestinal system.

Detox Diets :

Generally in Detox Diet one need to include more organic foods, organic fruits,herbs,nuts, seeds,etc which are free from pesticides and toxins.

1.Wheat Grass:

Include Wheat Grass a potent detoxifier in Detox Diet fetches good results, improves digestion, restores alkalinity to the blood, cleans and purifies the blood, rich in protein,detoxification of the body but also helps in weight loss.

2. Beets: 

Beets contain folic acid rich in sodium, magnesium, calcium, iron and phosperous,Vitamn A and Vitamin C, niacin protects us from heart disease,Beets cleanse the colon,blood and strengthens the liver and gall bladder.

3. Cherries: 

rich source of antioxidants, relieves and prevents arthritis and gout anti-inflamatory properties, helps to relieve migraines rich in melatonin improves circadian rhythm, improves sleep,memory,etc,.

4. Advantages of Eating Fruits: 

Increase bone mass, protect skin & vision, Helps in resisting infection, prevents cancers, control heart rate, provide potassium fluroide and iron to the body, calms the nervous system, fights arthritis, protects the heart, relax the blood vessels, boost energy, boostsimmune health, promotes healthy bones,etc,.

5. Aloe Vera: 

(Aloe Vera in detox diet)  a  natural medicine for cancer, cholesterol, diabetes, inflammation, IBS, and other health conditions,.Aloe Vera  Stops  the growth of cancer tumors, Lowers high cholesterol, Repairs "sludge blood" and reverses "sticky blood, Boosts the oxygenation of blood,etc,.

6. Custard Apples:

Beneficial during Pregnancy,Good Eyesight,Improves Digestion,Healthy Heart,Treat Arthritis and Rheumatism,Fighting Fatigue,Helps in healing process,Protects Anemia,Treats cancer and tumors.

7. Green Tea: 

Fights Cancer,Lowers Cholesterol,Prevents cavities,Prevents against heart disease,Speeds metabolism.

8. Broccoli: 

Regular intake of Broccoli in diet helps in preventing cancer, curbs overeating. Broccoli also boosts immune health, fights diabeties and heart disease, etc,.

9. Okra (Ladies Finger): 

Rich in fiber, Good source of minerals like iron, calcium and magnesium, Good source of Vitamin K which helps in the strengthening of bones, Very low in calories, Okra can be served raw, marinated in salads or cooked.

10.Watermelon: 

which is rich in lycopene helps in protecting against cancer and heart disease and protects DNA inside the white blood cells. Abundant B Vitamins in Watermelon is critical for energy production and provides more nutrients to the body. Also the Vitamin A present in the Watermelon helps your eyes, skin. The antioxidant properties present in watermelon neutralizes free radicals in the body that cause tissue and cellular damage. Watermelon is also quite beneficial to the heart, circulatory and immune system. Vitamin C in watermelon is proves to be very useful to the human body. so one needs to include watermelon in the detox diet plan.

11. Lemon Detox:  

Good for stomach, Excellent for Skin Care, Aids in Dental Care ,Cures Throat Infections, Good for Weight Loss, Controls High Blood Pressure, Assist in curing RespiratoryDisorders.
Good for treating Rheumatism, Reduces Fever., Acts as a blood purifier, Hair Care, Internal Bleeding. Lemon detox the toxins.

12. Garlic: 

Presence of Allicin in Garlic helps in preventing heart attacks and strokes which is formed when garlic is crushed - as it produces an instant reaction to neutralize free radicals. Garlic also lowers your blood pressure, prevent cold, crushed garlic also helps in stomach and colon cancer prevention.

13. Oats: 

Its not only tastes great but also helps in reducing hunger. Oats are rich in  fiber helps and stabilizes the levels of cholesterol. Also Include pumpkin seeds, drumsticks, papaya, bitter gourd and snake gourd in your diet.

14.  Honey : 

Honey is the best one to burn fat. Add honey in warm water and take it daily in the early morning. Honey is also rich in vitamins and proteins.

15. Detox Water:

Integridients required:
2 litres of Water
1 medium cucumber
1 lemon,
10-12 mint leaves.
Steep all the above overnight in Refrigirator and drink every day., which is very good for health.

16. Fruits: 

Include more number of different types of fruits like Kiwi, Mongosteen, Longan Berry, Sour Sop, etc,.

Kiwi great source of potassium and fiber

Mangosteen can cause cell death in leukemia cells

Longan Berry used as an antidote for snake bites for centuries

Sour Sop is a natural killer 10,000 times stronger than Chemo

Pomegranate is loaded with antioxidants

Avocado is a type of fruit that promote heart health

Star Fruit is a great source for Vitamin C

Passion Fruit is rich in Vitamin A and Vitamin C, Potassium, Fiber

Coconut Water is not only sterile, but has the same electrolyte balance as human blood, which enabled medics in the Pacific theater in World War II to use it as an emergency substitute for Plasma.

Popular terms related to detox diets are Fasting, Juice fasts, colon cleansing or Cleansing products.

Note: The information present in this site are intended as an aid to detox & weight loss and do not offer medical advice. Please consult your doctor before starting.

Stress Management Techniques

What is Stress??

Stress Definition:   

stress refers to a stress with significant negative consequences. Stress produces numerous symptoms like decline in physical health and also depression.

Types of Stress:

1. PHYSICAL Stress related to intense exertion, manual labor, lack of sleep, more travel
2. Stress related to CHEMICAL effects from drugs, alcohol, caffeine, nicotine and environmental pollutants such as cleaning chemicals or pesticides.

3. MENTAL Stress related to worry, anxiety, working for long hours.
4. EMOTIONAL Stress because of factors of anger, guilt, loneliness, sadness, fear
 5.NUTRITIONAL Stress related to not proper intake of diet,food that lacks vitamins and mineral
 6. RAUMATIC stress related to injuries or burns, surgery, illness, infections, extreme temperatures
 7. SYCHO-SPIRITUAL Stress because of  troubled relationships, problems related to financial and business.

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Stress Symptoms:

How Body Reacts to Stress:

1. NERVOUS SYSTEM:


2. MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM:


3. RESPIRATORY SYSTEM:


4. CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM:


5. ENDOCRINE SYSTEM:


6. GASTROINTESTINAL SYSTEM:


7. REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM:

Stress Management:

How to reduce Stress???

1. How to handle Stress: 

For better Stress Relief Engage yourself in Reading  a good book, Watching your favourite movie related to different categories like romantic and comedy movies.
Also Engage yourself in painting or photography for Stress Relief

Enjoy yourself in day dream for 15 minutes and also Use visualisation techniques for relief from stress.
Evoke good memories from look at memory or story board. Like this one should handle the Stress.

2. Dealing with Stress: 

Sit outside and enjoy the sounds, Listen your favourite piece of music like romantic songs, Listen to some sounds, lapping water, Listen to a motivational & inspirational recording, Playing  a relaxation cd, Listen to a radio programme with your eyes closed. this is one of the one need to follow for Stress Relief or Dealing with Stress.

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3. Managing Stress: 

Again one more method for Stress Relief is Singing a Song, Laughing a lot, Have a chat with someone who listens to you or with your dear ones, Chewing  a piece of sugarless gum, Use deep breathing exercises and doing Yoga for stress relief which works even better i think, Eat a piece of dark chocolate,In this way one can Manage Stress.

4. stress reduction techniques:

 include Burning of some aromatherapy oils, Enjoying the aroma of scented candles, Doing some baking - the mixture of aromas and soothing morvements,,Enjoying outdoor smells from walks in the country or near the sea, Freshly brewed tea or coffee.

5. Coping with Stress: 

Also one needs to involve in physical activity like Doing exercise,  Squeezing a stress ball, Stroke a pet - particularly cats, dogs, rabbits, Wear soft warm clothing, Bake - enjoy the soothing., repetitive movements, playing a musical instruement, Having a massage for stress relief, also Do Yoga or Pilates for stress relief in order to cope with the Stress.