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Health Benefits of Flaxseeds Flax seeds ---Yes the greatest of all seeds that does wonders when taken in. You might be wondering how small seeds can make a big difference, but YES these are small seeds with great potential to supplement us in a multitude way. Hope you might be very much familiar with these flax-seeds. Traditionally flax seeds were being used in cuisines in Asia, Africa and America because of great source of nutritional and health benefits these seeds possess. These seeds are rich source of alpha linolenic acid, omega-3 fatty acids, and lignans. The presence of these components collectively fight many ailments and diseases in humans, including Heart diseases, Inflammation, arthritis, allergies, diabetes, asthma, Flaxseed also reduces the risk of various Cancers and improves reproductive health in women. As flax seeds are a good source of fiber and vitamins, the consumption of these seeds will keep heart, intestine, eyes, skin, and hair. Trust me those ...

Popoye the Spinach lover Spinach is a green, leafy vegetable that is affordable for everyone. It has high vitamin, mineral, pigments and phytonutrients. The presence of all of these together make spinach very beneficial for a number of vital processes, hence it is advisable to consume spinach on a regular basis. Spinach is a member of the Aramanthaceae family and its scientific name is Spinacia oleracea . One of the biggest reasons why spinach is so important and valued around the world is that it is very durable. It can even survive through the winter and be just as healthy in the spring. Spinach is native to the Middle East, and was cultivated in Persia thousands of years ago. From there, it was brought east into China, approximately 1,500 years ago. It made its way into Europe a few hundred years later and quickly became a staple in a number of cultural cuisines. It can be eaten raw as a part of many salads, and it can also be cooked or sautéed down into a reduced fo...

“While most individuals use the flesh of the coconut in their cooking, coconut water and oil are also known to have numerous health benefits.” Amazing Health Benefits of Coconut Oil Coconut oil is a whole host of health benefits, which include but are not limited to hair care, skin care, improving digestion and immunity against a host of infections and diseases. The oil is used not just in tropical countries, where coconut plantations are abundant, but also in the counties like United States and the United Kingdom. Extensive research is going on the wonders coconut oil can create and it is again gaining popularity throughout the world. Hair care:  Coconut oil helps in healthy growth of hair and gives your hair a shiny condition. It is also highly effective in reducing protein loss, which can lead to various unattractive or unhealthy qualities to the hair. It is used as hair care oil and is used in manufacturing various conditioners and dandruff relief crea...

Herbal products are prepared by using herbs that are not only beneficial for the skin but also very effective in treating various skin problems. Normally, the use of chemical based products on sensitive skin would cause various problems like rashes or irritation on skin; but the herbal products would not cause any problems to the skin. The use of herbal products would not only help you eliminate skin problems but it would also help you in eliminating the chances of re-occurrence of the problem. Some of the Herbs used in herbal skin care products are so pure that they can be eaten also. We all know that when a person applies herbal products on their skin, the active constituents present in the product get absorbed into the body, so as to give an overall improvement in health. So, think of the quality that these herbal products provide. Anybody who possesses sensitive skin knows what it is really like, controlling and s...

Antioxidants are the natural or man-made which prevent or protect the cell damage. Diet rich in vegetables and fruits which contain antioxidants are found to be healthy. Few examples of antioxidant includes: beta carotene, vitamins C and E, selenium and carotenoids such as beta-carotene, lycopene, leutin and zeaxanthin. Fruits and Vegetables are rich in antioxidants and diet rich in these is healthy. Individuals who eat more fruits and vegetables are at low risk for many diseases like cardiovascular, cancers and cataracts. There are concerns rising about the safety of antioxidants in food, however high doses of antioxidant supplements may also lead to health hazards in few cases, like high doses of vitamin E may increase the risk of prostate cancer and one type of stroke (Hemorrhagic stroke which is a type of stroke caused by bleeding in the brain ), and high doses of beta-carotene may increase the risk of lung cancer in smokers. Antioxidants may also interact with few medici...

Not only pills cure blood pressure, but also few eating habits can also control the blood pressure,here are few, try these and get your blood pressure controlled at home. Tomatoes: These are a regular vegetables found in the refrigerator cabin, but the the known fact to most of us is that these tomatoes are rich in antioxidants,which play a key role in controlling the blood pressure.Hence inclusion of tomatoes in any portion of the diet in a day may get yourself rid of blood pressure. Skimmed milk : It is rich in Calcium,potassium and Vitamin D.All these three together helps lowering the blood pressure. Soya beans: These are rich source of potassium, hence consumption of soya beans can help fight against beans. Spinach : Spinach is a rich source of magnesium and also contains potassium,both these help lowering blood pressure. Last but not least, its not only good food habits that contribute for a healthy life, but also few exercises which bring an added advantage on a he...

"An Egg a Day is a great source of health says many Nutritionist Doctors,but Egg yolk a day, may lead to coronary heart diseases,if taken regularly the scientists. Eating Egg yolk is as dangerous as smoking,though eggs are considered to be one of the cheapest nutritional supplement that can be brought by anyone,without a second thought, but truths revealed that eating the egg yolk,will slowly lead to heart diseases.Avoid egg yolk to stay better. People who are diabetic,and with a know coronary problem are advised not to eat egg yolk,as it can potentate the coronary diseases. Egg White can also be used for hair as a natural conditioner. Egg white can be used as face pack for getting a natural glow on face. Egg white can be applied as a first aid for burns. Stay Fit by avoiding the egg yolk. Resources/Courtesy http://www.nhs.uk/news/2012/08august/Pages/Eating-egg-yolks-as-bad-as-smoking.aspx http://www.e2necc.com/egg-index.html http://www.aeb.o...