Therapeutic Properties of Flax Seeds

Flax seeds or Linseeds have been used in Ayurvedic preparations for ages, because of their therapeutic properties.

Beauty benefits of Flax seeds:

Beautiful skin from the inside out: Flax seeds are a plant-based food composed mainly of omega-3 fatty acids, a nutrient that is known for providing many health benefits.

This nutrient is important for healthy growth, development and functionality of all body cells, and therefore also cells of skin and hair.

Slows down the body’s natural aging: Flax seed is the richest source of lignans in the plant world, which have been shown to slow down the body’s natural aging process both in women and men.

Improved Skin Healing: Flax seed is known to be an anti-inflammatory and aids in wound healing.

Flax oil can improve acne, psoriasis, rosacea and eczema.

Healthier Skin Tone: The essential fatty acids found in flax seeds helps in keeping your skin hydrated and smooth. The moisturizing effect of flax seed can help you avoid a dull-looking skin.

Protects Skin: The National Institute of Health states that by including flax seeds in your diet, you can protect and repair your skin from sun damage caused by ultra-violet rays.

World Autism Awareness Day 2015

Thursday, April 2, 2015

World Autism Awareness Day aims to increase people's awareness about people, especially children, with autism. The day often features educational events for teachers, health care workers and parents, as well as exhibitions showcasing work created by children with autism.

Autism is a developmental disability that remains with a person for his or her whole life. This condition affects the brain's functions. The first signs usually appear before a child is three years old. People with autism often:

§  Find social interaction difficult.

§  Have problems with verbal and non-verbal communication.

§  Demonstrate restrictive and repetitive behavior.

§  Have a limited set of interests and activities.

Autism affects girls and boys of all races and in all geographic regions and has a large impact on children, their families, communities and societies

Caring for and educating children and young people with this condition places challenges on health care, education and training programs.

WHEN DID FRUITS BECOME BAD FOR YOU???

Fruit is still full of great natural sugars and vitamins and in essence - is still healthy.

But it is not so good for those looking to lose weight when eaten in large quantities.

The sugar in fruit is natural fructose, but it’s still too much for the body to lose weight (it all relates to the release of too much insulin).

If you are trying to lose weight, eating no more than 1-2 pieces of fruit a day (plus loads of green vegetables).

Which Fruits Are Best For Weight Loss?

The answer is Low G.I. fruit (also known as – low carb fruit).

G.I. means glycemic index, which basically indicates how much sugar is in the food.

Every food/fruit has a score on the glycemic index.

Best Low Carb Fruits (LOW GI)

Berries (blueberries, raspberries)

Cherries

Plums

Grapefruit

Apple

Prunes

Dried apricots

Oranges

Worst High Carb Fruits (HIGH GI)

Banana

Grapes

Mango

Custard Apple

Dates

HEALTH BENEFITS OF PUMPKIN

Pumpkins are an excellent source of vitamins C, E, A, B vitamins and fiber. Also, they are high in potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese, zinc, copper and sodium.

So rich with many nutrients, pumpkin is a super healthy beneficial vegetable.

Here are some reasons why to include pumpkin in your regular nutrition:

1. Pumpkins boost vision

Pumpkins are also very high in beta carotene, as we can see from the orange-yellow color.

The beta carotene gets converted into retinol, which is a form of vitamin A essential for the good eye function.

2. Pumpkins make your skin healthy

Retinol is essential for beautiful and healthy skin, keeping it look younger and wrinkle-free.

Doctors prescribe medications containing retinoid to treat acne and psoriasis.

Including good sources of beta carotene like pumpkins in your nutrition may provide a smooth blemish-free skin.

3. Pumpkins are diuretics

Pumpkin juice can work as an innate diuretic. This is very important for eliminating the toxins and useless materials of the body. Therefore, pumpkins can be considered as a detoxifying food.

4. Pumpkins may have anti-cancer properties

Colorful vegetables and fruits are crucial in a cancer protective diet.

Beta carotenes are powerful antioxidants combating the free radicals in the organism which are considered to be cancer triggers.

5. Pumpkins give you a healthier heart

Pumpkins are rich in potassium and dietary fiber and are beneficial for your heart, but the pumpkin seeds, rich in omega-3 fatty acids are actually very healthful for the heart.

These fatty acids are also essential for brain functioning.

6. Pumpkin seeds provide you better sleep

In keeping good health, sleep is as essential as exercise and nutrition, if not more.

Lots of diseases, including depression and high blood pressure, are caused by lack of regular sleep. Pumpkin seeds contain tryptophan, an amino acid, which is recognized to induce sleep.

NATURE’S AMAZING PHARMACY

* A SLICED CARROT LOOKS LIKE A HUMAN EYE AND IT GREATLY ENHANCE BLOOD FLOW TO THE EYES.

* A TOMATO HAS 4 CHAMBERS & IS RED JUST LIKE THE HEART. A TOMATO IS LOADED WITH LYCOPINE THAT IS PURE HEART & BLOOD FOOD.

* A WALNUT LOOKS LIKE THE BRAIN AND HELPS DEVELOP MORE THAN 3 DOZEN NEURO TRANSMITTERS TO ENHANCE BRAIN FUNCTIONS.

* BEANS ARE KIDNEY SHAPED AND THEY HEAL AND HELP MAINTAIN KIDNEY FUNCTIONS.

Herbs to Heal Joint Pain

As we get older our body starts to deceive us and we are forced to face many types of inconveniences. Joint pain is very often present in the elder years.

The first symptoms are the symptoms of inflammation which are redness, swollen joints warm to touch, loss of joint function, stiffness and the most unbearable symptom the joint pain.

The main reasons for inflammations are the toxins and other waste products present in the metabolic system.

In order to get rid of them we need to cleanse our body and the best way for us to do this is by using herbs from the nature.

The following herbs will help you a lot to reveal joint pain:

1. Burdock Root

The essential fatty acids are known as best thing for joint pain. You can consume them by consuming Burdock root. They are full with fatty oils.

The anti inflammatory properties of this herb will calm the inflammation which will reduce the pain.

You can combine this herb with food, or you can dry the rood and put it in boiling water and leave it like that for about 10 minutes. Strain and rinse it while is warm.

If you want to make things simple you can always take it in a form of capsule.

2. Turmeric

This herb is very good when you have any kind of inflammation, it will help you to reduce the pain really quickly.

It’s a god substitution for the pills doctors prescribe to people when they have joint pain.

You can use it in milk and in your food.

3. Ginger

Ginger is one more herb in the row of herbs that help when you have some kind of inflammation, but the difference is that it also contains anti rheumatic agent.

 It functions in that way that blocks the activation of COX2 and TNF – the inflammatory mediators.

You can use it with your food, or can have it in tea.

4. Flax

Fats from animal sources are one of the reasons for inflammations for people with arthritis.

The omega3 in vegan form that are part from the flax are great for fighting this type of inflammation.

All you should do is to consume ½-1 tablespoons each day.

Be aware that boiling or cooking might damage the Omega3.

And if you suffer from irritable condition consuming seed can make the condition worse so in such a case consume only the oil.

AYURVEDIC HERBS FOR INSOMNIA

Insomnia has become one of the commonest lifestyle-   related problems in the world today. Sleep is extremely necessary to bring the body back to a normal state of functioning. Without sleep, the body will be unable to work efficiently and thus progress will be hampered.

Aniseed (Pimpinella anisum) (SAUNF)

Aniseed helps in relaxing the nervous system. Its pleasant taste helps the body to rest. Hence its tea is prescribed to people having insomnia problems.

Celery (Apium graveolens) (AJWAIN)

Just like aniseed, celery also makes the body relax and the nerves to soothe down.

Indian Sorrel (Oxalis corniculata) (TINPATIYA)

The juice of the leaves of the Indian sorrel has good effects in inducing sleep.

Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) (JAYPHAL)

Nutmeg is used especially in treating sleep problems in children. It is usually taken in mixture with other substances like amalaki and honey.

Rauwolfia (Rauwolfia serpentina) (SARPAGANDHA)

Rauwolfia has natural sedative properties. At the same time it is non-stimulating. So it can be used by children and adults alike to treat their problems of sleeplessness. It is much more effective if its powdered root is taken along with some other scentedsubstance like cardamom or vanilla.

Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) (TAGARA)

Valerian is almost a narcotic in its effects on the human body, but it contains none of the addictive dangers. Consumption of the valerian root can reduce excitements, irritations and pains and induce good sleep.