Category: Wellness and Complementary Therapies
Babies exposed to veggies and fruits grow to love them
A study in Australia has found that babies who are exposed to a range of fruits and vegetables grow to love them. In the study, 14-month old babies who ate fruits and vegetables were less likely to be finicky about […]
Common plants to nourish your body
Basil Basil contains anti-inflammatory properties. It is a dynamic herb. The active ingredients, called volatile oils, are what give basil its strong flavor and aroma, and they’re rich in the antioxidants and phytochemicals that modern science has found can heal […]
Ways to stay healthy in your 60s and beyond
Denis Agan, 69, watches his health by engaging in sports and fitness, and has done so since gradeschool. His doctor Jamie Peters watched out for him. Jamie Peters advises older people to stay active, with at least three days a […]
Eat a diet of veggies to slow cognitive decline in your old age
When it comes to slowing cognitive decline, consider these for your diet: green leafy veggies, berries, wine and whole grains. Cognitive decline is a normal part of aging but a study by scientists at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago […]
Eat this before you drink to avoid a hangover
If you’re heading off for some drinks, eat some pears before you go. This fruit can alleviate the symptoms of a hangover. Want to test the theory? According to scientists at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), the […]
Thylakoids reduce hunger pangs and increase satiety
Thylakoids which are found in spinach can reduce hunger pangs and increase satiety, a new research unveiled. “The reduction in huger and the desire for salty food that we saw in this study might make thylakoids particularly useful for people […]
Women who exercise in their teens reap long-term benefits
A new study has found that wome who exercise in their teens boost wome’s health in more ways than one and can even reduce their risk of dying from cancer. All they need to do is exercise for just 1.3 […]
Breadfruits and their benefits
Breadfruit – also known as artocarpus altilis – is quite similar to jackfruit but ranks higher on nutrition. It has prickly skin, a lumpy green flesh and a potato-like texture. Health Benefits of Breadfruit With an impressive array of health […]
The nutritional values of bananas
Bananas are a caloric dense fruit. Consumption of just one banana anytime through the day makes one feel energetic. Energetic 2. Banana is a food most appropriate when small but nutrient dense food has to be given in situations of […]
Hike your way to mental health
A walk in the forest may just do well for your mental health, a study has found. Even a relaxing 90-minute stroll may help to combat depression, the study said. Previous research has shown that just a 50-minute walk in […]
