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Acidity
Mubarra

The Benefits of Drinking Water from Copper Vessels: A Journey to Better Health

In recent years, drinking water from copper vessels has become increasingly popular due to its potential health benefits. Copper has been used for centuries in various cultures for its healing properties, and research has shown that it can reduce inflammation, aid in digestion, boost the immune system, regulate thyroid function, and even aid in weight loss. However, it’s important to take precautions and ensure that the copper vessel is pure, properly cleaned, and not used to store acidic liquids. In this blog, we will explore the benefits and precautions of drinking water from copper vessels

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Child Nutrition
Shampa Banerjee

Dietary tips and remedies for constipation in kids

Constipation is a very common problem among kids. It is a condition characterized by an infrequent bowel movement, typically fewer than thrice a week. Constipation causes stool to become hard and dry, which causes children to face difficulties during their bowel movements.

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Diseases
Shampa Banerjee

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD): What is it? And how to manage it?

Obesity is linked with a host of diseases that affect people all around. One such disease is Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, commonly known as NAFLD, which, according to estimates, affects people all around the globe. In the US alone, one in every four people suffers from NAFLD. A build-up of fat in the liver over time characterizes NAFLD, which is often symptomless and, therefore, very hard to detect.

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Geriatric
Shampa Banerjee

Sarcopenia

Sarcopenia has become exceedingly common among older people. Almost 10% of adults above 50 are affected by it. Sarcopenia is characterized by muscle loss, that can decrease both the quality of life, as well as life expectancy. However, the good news is that sarcopenia can be prevented and reversed in certain cases.

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Diseases
Banhishikha Roy

“Seeds”: The Powerhouse of Nutrients

Seeds are small mighty kernels which are known to be super-nutritious. They are also known as a powerhouse of nutrients and can be consumed daily for a myriad list of health benefits. Seeds contain an ample amount of fibre, healthy monounsaturated fats, polyunsaturated fats, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants present in them, seeds are known to be extremely versatile and can be incorporated any way in any recipes.

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Cardiovascular Diseases
Meenu Agarwal

Are you choosing your calories wisely?

A calorie is the unit of energy. It is the fuel that your body needs. Your body requires three different macronutrients – carbohydrates, protein, fat. 1 gram of carbohydrate will give 4kcal, 1 gram of protein will give 4kcal and 1 gram of fat will give 9kcal

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Other Diseases
Meenu Agarwal

Covid-19 | how to fight it naturally | back to basics

During these tough times, the immunity of our body is the only thing that will help us tide over this viral attack. Low immune system will make us more vulnerable to all diseases. Strong bodies can fight back more easily. Experts have commented that this is fatal for people who have a weakened immune system and have chronic existing medical conditions like Diabetes, heart issues etc.

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Other Diseases
Meenu Agarwal

Menstruation and self-care

Every month, a woman’s physical and mental-health undergo changes thanks to the hormones present in her body. You may have noticed how, on some days, you are cheerful and excited; on other days, anxiety and depression seep in, unannounced, and drive away your peace of mind, and on some days, anger and irritation rule the roost!

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Cardiovascular Diseases
Meenu Agarwal

Saturated Fats : Good or Bad?

What actually saturated fat is? – that they have no double bonds; raises the level of cholesterol in your blood; and are typically solid at room temperature. Some common sources are fatty beef, lamb, pork, poultry with skin, beef fat (tallow), lard and cream, butter, cheese and other dairy products made from whole or reduced-fat (2 percent) milk, many baked goods and fried foods, Some plant-based oils, such as palm oil, palm kernel oil and coconut oil. 

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Cardiovascular Diseases
Meenu Agarwal

Limit the consumption of these 4 unhealthy snacks!

Junk food is defined as “any food, which is low in essential nutrients and high in everything else – calories and sodium”. Junk foods contain little or no proteins, vitamins or minerals but are rich in salt, sugar, fats and are high in energy (calories). Junk food is popular because it is tasty; but it is unhealthy. It is low in fiber, high in fat, and sugar in liquid form. Studies have shown that despite being unhealthy, junk food induces gorging that leads to obesity. 

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