Healthy foods that helps to lose weight

Foods that helps to lose weight:

                                Now a days losing weight is one of the most important concern for teenagers to look beautiful.Not only teenagers even childrens and older people needs slim,fit and healthy body.Now a days every doctor will recommend to maintain balanced weight to be healthy and disease free.

                         There are so many ways to lose weight i.e going to gym,yoga,exercise,dieting etc.Among them one of the most healthy and effective way is having right nutritional food with low calories which helps to lose weight in a healthy way.Different foods have different nutritional values which helps in burning fat of the body.Let us see know the foods which helps in reducing weight.

                                                      

1.Leafy vegetables:

                          If you are aiming for weight loss then consuming leafy vegetables is one of the best food which helps to maintain right nutritional values which is essential for your body.Leafy vegetables are low in calories,low in fat and high in nutritions and fibers.It contains proteins,minerals,iron,fiber and calcium which helps in burning the fat.Leafy vegetables is one of the greatest way to reduce the calories with out increasing the fat content.When you do excercise your body needs right amount of iron to reduce the weakness of  the body which is present in vegetables.

2.Fruits:

                       Fruits are natures super foods which helps not only to loose weight but also helps to live disease free life.A person who consume fruits will lose weight faster than the persons who dont.It contains several minerals and proteins which not only reduce weight but also keeps you healthy.Even though fruits contains little sugar it is proven as best weight loss food in the earth.We all know that an apple a day keeps a doctor away.According to studies a person who consume an apple a day will lose weight 33% faster.

3.Eggs:

                     Eggs are one of the best option and weight loss friendly food.It contains little calories and a lot of nutrients.Eggs contains more filling because of its high nutrient content.One egg contains only 78 calories.Studies proves that as egg contains more filling,the intake of meals will be decreased.Eggs contain all essential amino acids which is essential for increasing the metabolism of the body.

4.Oats:

                         Oats is nutritious food and helps to burn fewer calories.Oats contains only 1.5 grams of fat i.e very low in calories.The fiber which is present in oats will helps reducing the hunger so that we can eat fewer calories per day.Lesser food intake results in easy weight loss.Oats not only helps in reducing weight but also helps to reduce cardiovascular problems,blood sugar etc.

5.Fish(Salmon):

                       Fish is a super food and can do wonders regarding weight loss problem.Fish contains omega-3 fatty acids and also high in proteins.

6.Garlic:

                      The pungent plant(Garlic) not only helps in reliving various types of viruses. but also helps effectively for weight loss.Adding a garlic in a milk or having it raw will reduce the body fat..In England found that a person who will eat garlic per day will have less chances of  increasing weight that the one who does not have it. 

7.Water:

                      Water is most essential element in earth.our body will contain 60% of water.Doctors recommend to have a minimum 8 glass of water per day to maintain proper weight and healthy body.It help to improve our digestion and flush out the toxins present in our body and helps to reduce our weight. If we doesnot intake more water in summer it leads to dehydration.water is very much essential to maintain our body stability and physical performance of our body.If our body losses 2% of water then it lead to dehydration where as for athletics its nearly 6-8%. Drinking water also help to reduce migrains and headaches to human because of water loss due to excercise.

8.Nuts:

                     Nuts contains alot of essential nutrients and minerals.Despite of high fat and high energy density content,it helps very effectively to weight loss.Nuts contain proper amount of Vitamin E.Adding one bowl of walnuts,almonds,cashews,flax seeds,peanuts etc is very good for weight loss.

9.Flaxseeds:

     Flaxseeds  have a lot of  health benefits,diet-friendly product.Some tells it is most powerful food in earth.These are rich in nutrients,minerals,and omega-3 fatty acids.Flaxseeds have a very nutty taste.This is very key ingredient for weight loss and hair loss problems.Flaxseeds are brown in colour.

Coffee and how drinking Coffee will reduce prostate cancer

Coffee:

                                                     

   Who doesn't like to have coffee?

                               Now a days 90% of people will consume coffee daily in the morning.It is most popular drink across the world.

                               Coffee is the one of the delicious drink which is loved by every youngster including old people and childrens.Coffee can be consumed in several ways i.e either hot or cold.Coffee is prepared up with roasted coffee beans.The coffee plant is native to africa.Now a days it is cultivated in several countries i.e across 70 countries.Coffee is one of the worlds largest legal agricultural export.Nearly up to 8.8 million tonnes of coffee is produced in 2014 through out the world.Coffee is best stored in air tight container like ceramic,Storage of coffee in refrigerator is not recommended as it cause deterioration,Coffee contains a very essential chemical compound known as caffeine.Nearly 40 mg of caffeine is present per 100 grams.

                                Coffee also contains magnesium,niacin,riboflavin and B-Vitamins.It contains polyphenols which helps in reducing the affect of free radicals.Pholyphenols levels will vary depending on how long beans will be roasted.Coffee also helps in reducing the cardiovascular problem.According to the studies conducted in 2014,a person who consumed coffee four or more per day will have lower rate of heart failures.

How coffee reduce the prostate cancer:

               Researchers suggested that consuming coffee two or three cups per day may reduce the prostate cancer by 50%.Research has been done on 7000 Italian men and they found the positive result on it.The finding were then validated on laboratory.studies suggested that coffee contains a substance known as caffeine which contains the protective properties of cancer.

           Maria Benedetta donati from "Institute of Research Hospitalisation and Health Care Neuromed in Italy" suggested that the observations on cancer cells allows us to say that beneficial effects were observed among the 7000 participants.Study on 7000 participants has been done nearly up to four years of duration so that they can analyse the coffee benefits.They analysed based on their coffee consumption habits and comparing them with prostate cancer causes occured during the timedz..It is most likely due to caffeine rather than the other substances that present in coffee.The study published in the international journal of cancer shed lights on this topic and it is still debated on this topic of the role of coffee and its effects and its relations on prostate cancer.We saw that their is a net reduction of 53% in than who drink coffee more than three cups per day.After testing it throughly reserchers gave conformation on the action of coffee extracts on prostate cancer.The researchers belive that the italian style of coffee making also contribute on protective effect 

Healthy foods that helps in reliving cold

Foods that helps in reliving cold:

Cold:

       Common cold is a viral infection which occurs in upper respiratory tract that affects the nose.The signs of cold are coughing,sneezing,nose running etc which will be up to seven to ten days.Some people will have cold will be three or four weeks.There are no vaccine for cold.The method to reduce cold is being hygenic by washing the hands properly,staying away from the persons who is having cold,healthy diet.Cold will rarely produce different health problems unless it is seviere.Unfortunately cold does not have a treatment that will helps to reduce 100 percent but with some diet changes we can reduce cold up to some percent.

                                                      

1.Ginger:

         Ginger is one of the most effective remedy to reduce cold and cough.Adding a teaspoon of ginger water in milk will helps in relieving cold as well as cough up to some extent.Its pungent taste helps in eliminating the mucus from lungs which cause cold.Ginger tea is also an another option for reliving cold as it contains some chemical substances( ß-sesquiphelandrene and ar-curcumene)which helps in fighting some types of viruses.         

2.Garlic:

      The pungent plant(Garlic) helps in reliving various types of viruses.Garlic contains an chemical substances known as allicin which will destroys the cold causing bacteria.Having a one garlic per day will helps in reducing the cold.In England found that a person who will eat garlic per day will have less chances of getting cold that the one who does not have it.

3.Chicken soup:

              In olden days our grandmas will prefer to have hot chicken soup if we get cold and we can believe that this is the one of the best remedy.Some scientist done several research on our grandmas recipie.The researches found the most interesting things in chicken soup.Chicken soup will helps in slow down the mucus production.Slowing down the mucus production helps you breathe easier during cold.Chicken soup also provides immune support with a strong dose of proteins.

4.Turmeric:

         Turmeric is in yellow colour and mostly occurs in powder form.Turmeric contains the most important anti-infection or anti bacterial properties which reduce the cold.Turmeric is also a part of ayurvedic medicine.Curcumin an active component present in turmeric will have certain cold virus fighting properties.Studies suggest that mixing a 3/4th spoon of turmeric with milk and pepper is an excellent drink for cold and cough

5.Sweet potato:

         Sweet potatoes contains Beta-carotene as well as Vitamin C helps in reducing the cold by increasing the immune system of a body.Beta-carotene also helps in neutalizing the harmful toxins.

6.Salmon:

           Salmon is one of the most excellent food we ever had.Along with its excellent taste it also contains several beneficial properties.It contains omega-3 fatty acids which strengthens the immune system of the body and also helps in reliving from several diseases such as cold,cough etc.             

7.Orange juice:

       Orange juice is one of the best food for cold as it contains Vitamin C.Orange is one the great medicine which helps in lessen the duration of cold.Doctors recommends to have 90 milligrams of orange juice per day.Some researchers found that consuming the orange juice four times more that the daily recommended dose can do miracles.

8.Pepper:

         Pepper contains the chemical compound known as Capsaicin.This chemical substance helps our  body in  reducing the mucus and acts as a decongestant which helps to relieves the cold.Pepper also contains the vitamin C as oranges.Vitamin C also helps in shorten the duration of cold.Pepper is also an ayurvedic medicine which have been used by everyone now a days extensively.

         

         

Food that helps in developing powerful brain

Food that help to develop brain:

                     The human brain is the central organ of the human nervous system.The brain is the organ that control almost our body.In order to perform properly we need food which helps in developing brain.Foods which are rich in antioxidants,vitamins,minerals,good fats are very essential for brain development.There are some foods that are better for your brain than other foods.

                 According to researchers animals who will consume fruits will have 25% more brain than the animals who will consume leaves.Humans who will consume fruits will have powerful and developed brains.Sugar is essential nutrient for proper development of brain.Too much sugar may lead to diabetics whereas too much little make you tired.So it is best to consume sugar in the right way inorder to develop the brain.Our brain contains 60% of essential fat.So fat is essential fat is essential for proper behaviour and intelligence.Essential fats are available through oily fish,nuts and seeds.Having fruits is the key step for the growth of brains and also it give energy which is needed for the growth of brain.There are several foods that keeps kid stay sharp and also helps to develop the brain.

1.Fish:

         Omega-3 fatty acid is very essential for proper brain development.Those fatty acids come from fish.Oily fish also contains omega-3 fatty acid component such as DHA(Docosahexaenoic acid),EPA(eicosapentaenoic acid).Lower DHA level may lead to memory loss OR Alzhemeric disease.Sufficient amount of EPA AND EPA intake helps us reliving from stress.Salmon is a fish which contains rich source of omega-3 fatty acids.

       

2.Yogurt:

                       According to study yogurt not only contains calcium,potassium but also this probiotic helps for brain development.Individuals who consume more yogurt can help to improve cognitive performance and also helps in managing more stress to the patients who are suffering from brain injuries.

                 

3.Green leafy vegetables:

                 There are several leafy vegetables which helps in brain development i.e Avacado.It is a monounsaturated fruit which contributes to healthy blood flow.A healthy blow flow means healthy brain.Avacados also lower the blood pressure,A person will lower blood pressure will have healthy brain than others.

4.Eggs:

            Eggs contains yellow yolk which is very important for maintaining memory and communicating among brain cells.Yellow yolk contains a vitamin B which are rich in choline.our brain uses choline to make acetacholine which is brain neutrotransmitter.

5.Fruits:

            Omega-3 fatty acid and omega-6 fatty acids makes almost two -third of our brain.A fatty acid molecules helps in transformation of information through out the brain.Most fruits or vegetables doesnot contains this.Fruits which contains vitamin C and E plays a important role in protecting neurons from damaging free radicals molecule.Carbohydrates will produce glucose which works as a fuel.Almost all fruits contains carbohydrates.

6.Nuts:

              According to resercher consuming vitamin E may helps for proper brain development.Nuts contain proper amount of Vitamin E.Adding one bowl of walnuts,almonds,cashews,flax seeds,peanuts etc is very good for brain.

7.Oat meal:

                Oat meal contain sugar and glucose which is the most important for brain and works as a brains fuel.Oatmeal contains glycemic index which helps in maintaining the sustained brain power as it will have slow and steady increase in blood sugar level.

How grapes are beneficial for health and their effects

Grapes:

                      It is well know fact that grapes are healthiest fruit with a lot of flavours.From toddlers to elders everyone loves to have grapes.

                     It is the most versatile fruit which can be used in several ways.It contains a lot of phyto-nutrients,Vitamins,Minerals etc.

                Grapes is a fruit and botanically it is known as a berry.A grapes are non climatic fruit.It occurs through out the year where everyone can enjoy the taste of grapes anytime through out the year.It is formed in the form of clusters(A group of similar things) of 15 to 200.Grapes can be used in wines,jam,jelly,juices,salads,milkshakes,raisins etc.Grapes will be in different colours i.e green,dark blue,yellow,pink,black etc.Grapes are known as "Queen of fruits".

                 According to food and agricultural organization 75,866 square kilometers in the world are covered with grapes.In 100 % of grapes 71% is used for wine production whereas 27% as fresh fruit and remaining 2% as a dried fruit i.e raisins.There are two types of grapes are available one is with seed and other is seedless.

                Grapes juice is one the best fruit juice we ever had.It is obtained by crushing and blending the grapes in to liquid.It is often sold in stores.If grapes are fermented for particular period then grape wine will be occured.Grapes also contains several  rich sources such as vitamin A,vitamin C,vitamin B6,folate.It also contains essential minerals such as potassium,calcium,iron,phosphorous,magnesium and selinium.The flavonoids which is present in grapes is a powerful antioxidant helps in reducing the damage caused by free radicals.The colour of grapes are due to presence of pholyphenolic pigments in them.

           According to world healthiest food dry raisins will not contains as many nutrients which fresh grapes will have.Dry raisins contains four times more sugar level because the dehydrating process will condenses the sugar and calories and removes the nutrients present in them.

Benefits of grapes:

1.Cancer:

                              Grapes are rich in pholyphenolic compound known as Resveratrol.Resveratrol is one of the most powerful antioxidant which will plays as a protective role against prostate cancer,breast cancer etc.Anthocyanins is another antioxidant which contains anti-cancer properties.It is mainly available in red grapes.Grapes not only helps in reducing the cancer but also helps in suppressing the cancer causing cells.Grapes contains pigments which helps in developing the immunity of the body.

2.Heart attack:

                             Resveratrol is powerful antioxidant which not only helps in reducing cancer but also helps in reducing the heart related problems by changing the molecular mechanism inside the blood.Grapes increases the nitric oxide level in the blood which will prevent the blood cloths.Grapes also contains the antioxidation properties which will helps in preventing the oxidation level of LDL cholestrol.Oxidation of LDL cholestrol will blocks the blood vessels which will result to coronary problem.

3.Blood pressure:

                  Grapes contains potassium which is very essential for maintaining the blood pressure.Low potassium lead in increase of sodium level which in term increasing the blood pressure.Higher blood pressure leads to heart related problem so it is neccesary to consume potassium rich foods.

4.Asthama:

                      Grapes contains the hich amount of hydrating power.High hydrating power will increase the mositure in lungs which will helps in reducing the asthama.

5.Diabetics:

                      Grapes contains several properties which helps in reducing diabetics.According to study a women who consumed more fruits i.e grapes and apples was significantly associated in reducing the type-2 diabetics.Whereas grape juice contains high sugar level so it is not recommended for diabetics patients.

6.Bone health:

                     Grapes contains Vitamin K which is essential which helps in keeping bones strong and preventing damage or fracture to the bones.Grapes contains large amount of iron,manganese,copper which are very essential nutrients in formation of bones.Manganese is extremely important element for bones as it functions total body i.e metabolism,collagen formation and nervous system functioning.Researchers also suggest that copper also keep bones strong.

7.Immune system:

                    Grapes contains alot of vitamins,minerals and flavonoids which is very essential for developing immune system of the body.The high level of vitamin C,A,K will helps in boosting several organs of the body.

Disadvantages of grapes:

     Grapes should be washed throughly as it contains lot of pesticides on the grape skin.Having large amount of grapes may lead to diarrhea.

Nutritional value of grapes:

     100 grams of grapes will contains 69% calories .

Calories 67

% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.4 g	0%
Saturated fat 0.1 g	0%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.1 g
Monounsaturated fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg	0%
Sodium 2 mg	0%
Potassium 191 mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate 17 g	5%
Dietary fiber 0.9 g	3%
Sugar 16 g
Protein 0.6 g	1%

Vitamin A	2%	Vitamin C	6%
Calcium	1%	Iron	1%
Vitamin D	0%	Vitamin B-6	5%
Vitamin B-12	0%	Magnesium

          

Foods that builds children and elders immunity for proper nutrition

Foods that builds children and elders immunity for proper nutrition:

                   In take of proper diet is very essential now a days for both children and elder people.Eating the proper food is more than enough for right nutrition and build your children immune system which will helps in fighting against cold,flu etc.Almost all vitamins and minerals are essential plays a very important role.      

              Toddlers(Childrens) are know as fussy eaters.A balanced nutrition for the children development is very essential during their crucial growth period..Gaps in their nutrition may lead to weakend of immune system,which will lead to frequent illness and in turn affecting the growth.Hence building your childrens immunity is very essential than fighting off diseases.Certain ingredients are laden with immunity boosting nutrients that support and build a boost a robust immune system in children and boost healthy growth as well.Thus it is very important that you should pay attention to the right nutritional requirements of your children.

List of foods that will boost immune system:

1.Bell peppers:

           Bell peppers contain double the quantity of vitamin C found in citrus fruits.They are also a highly rich source of beta-carotene that helps in maintaining a healthy skin and eyes.Various stdies and research has confirmed the immune boosting effect of bell pepper as well.

2.Yogurt:

              Yogurt is good to taste as well very good for health.Yogurt acts as the perfect immunity builder with disease resisting elements.It contains rich source of Vitamin D.If your child loves the yogurt then you have won the half battle when it comes to boosting their immunity.

3.Green leafy vegetables:

              Green leafy vegetables is highly recommended food as it contains antioxidants,Vitamin C and beta-carotene.They are the perfect immunity boosters to your child immune system.

4.Ginger:

            Ginger is great reservoir of vitamin C and thus helps prevent cold and other related infections before hey set in.The heating effect of ginger induced due to gingerol also brings about a strong soothing effect on the body.

5.Turmeric:

            Turmeric is the time tested remedy for several ailments,this immunity boosting ingredient is recommended not only for toddlers but also for older generation.An active ingredient where most curries and dishes use it.Turmeric is easy to include in child's diet.Even though it has a slighter bitter taste,it works wonders for the body's immunity and reduces the chance of contracting ailments like cough,cold and fever in adults as well in children.

Mango and its advantages,disadvantages with nutritional value

Mango:

              Do you know why mango is a king of fruit?

          

              Who does not like mango and who will not like to have it daily ?

              During summer season in every house mango is compulsory because of its juicy and                        sweeter taste.Every one will have it without knowing their actual facts.so let us know.

             Do you know mango is the national fruit of India  along with phillipines and pakistan.

                                         Mango is known as "King of fruits" with a juicy texture.Mango is a delicious and seasonal fruit which is grown in tropical regions.India is the largest producer of mangoes.It will produce 63% of total production of mangoes.Other major producers of mangoes are china,Mexico.Pakistan,Brazil,Indonesia and philliphes.

Mangoes are available in different sizes and shapes with yellow,orange and green colour.As the mangoes are cultivated in tropical seasons all over the world,americans enjoy the mangoes through out the year.There are nearly 1000 varieties of mangoes are available.

                                              

Species            :M.Indica

Scientific name:Mangifera Indica.

Kingdom          :Plantae.

                                                         Mangoes are generally sweet textured although the taste and texture of mangoes will change according to cultivators.Some have soft and pulpy texture whereas other has fiborous texture.We can make pickles with Unripen mangoes.Mangoes will take three to six months to ripen.Mango tree are grown upto 35-40 mangoes.Its  flower is in white colour with five petals.Mangoes are used in several cusines.We can make milkshakes,icecreams,pickles,chutneys etc.Mango lassi is one of the most popular dish in south asia.

Nutritional facts:

                Mangoes contains several nutritional values with lot of vitamins,proteins and minerals.When mango is unripen and green in colour the vitamin C content will be more.If mangoes are ripen and changes its colour to yellow or orange the the B carotene i.e Vitamin A increases.Fresh mangoes contains rich source of potassium which is important component of cell and body fluids which maintain the heart so that heart problem will be eradicated.Mangoes are rich in Phyto nutrients and also copper.

       

Calories 60

% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.4 g	0%
Saturated fat 0.1 g	0%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.1 g
Monounsaturated fat 0.1 g
Cholesterol 0 mg	0%
Sodium 1 mg	0%
Potassium 168 mg	4%
Total Carbohydrate 15 g	5%
Dietary fiber 1.6 g	6%
Sugar 14 g

Protein 0.8 g

1%

Vitamin A	21%	Vitamin C	60%
Calcium	1%	Iron	1%
Vitamin D	0%	Vitamin B-6	5%
Vitamin B-12	0%	Magnesium 2%

                         

Benefits of mangoes:

1.Lowers cholestrol:

                                            Mangoes contains rich source of fibers,pectins,vitamins which helps in lowering the cholestrol.The fibers and pectin present in mangoes will helps in lowering the serum cholestrol level.According to the investigation of British journal of Nutrition the mangoes have lower percentage of body fat,cholestrol and blood sugar.Mangoes will have the same effect similar to drugs.

2.Helps in clearing skin:

                            Mangoes contains beta carotene and vitamin A which helps to enrich skin health and also helps in reducing the pimples.Beta-Carotene is a polyprotective agent which helps skin from ultraviolet rays.

3.Prevents cancer:

                        Mangoes contains such antioxidant properties which no other fruit or vegetables have.It contains Anti-Carinogenic effect.Mangoes contains Polyphenols,cartenoids,terpenoids etc which helps in preventing the cancer.Polyphenols which is present in mangoes helps in reliving the stress level and supress the breast cancer causing tumours according to the study in 2015.

4.Heart related problems:

                           Mangoes contains rich source of Beta-Carotene.The beta-carotene present in the mangoes helps in fighting against free radicals which are the main cause for causing heart problem.Mangoes also helps in reducing the body fat and cholestrol,sugar level.The more the cholestrol more is the chanses of cardio problem.

5.Boost immune system:

                              The vitamin C and vitamin A and caratenoids present in mangoes helps in boosting the immune system of body.

6.Diabetics:

                             According to researchers consuming half cup of mango will helps in lowering the blood sugar level as it contains mangiferin and fiber.Mangoes leaves are also very benificial to reduce the type-2 diabetic as it contains insulin level.In olden days people will boil mango leaves inorder as it helps in reducing the diabetics level.

7.Healthy sex:

                              Mangoes contain Vitamin E which is very important to maintain healthy sex.Zinc which is a important mineral for male and female fertility.Vitamin E helps to reduce the sperm damage prevention .Betacarotene and vitamin E also helps in improving the sperm quality in men.

Disadvantages of mangoes:

• Ripe mangoes contains high sugar so more intake will be the reason in rising the high blood sugar levels in body.
• Excessive intake of mangoes will leads to diarrhea as it contains more fiber.
• Mangoes contains high naturals sugars which will also helps in increasing the weight.
• The peel of mangoes may cause allergy.It is not very dangerous by anaphylactic shock may occur.