Category: Wellness and Complementary Therapies
5 Effective ways to treat ringworm
Ringworm is a very common type of fungal infection that is seen to affect children and adults alike. Also known as tinea, this condition can be characterized by the formation of a red ring on the surface of the skin. […]
Artichokes for a healthy heart
They may not look all that appetizing, but artichokes are one of the most nutritious vegetables that you can eat. If you’re trying to lose weight, stock up on artichokes, since they do not have fat and are free of […]
3 foods that prevent hair fall
If you suffer from unexplained hair loss, instead of experimenting with a host of shampoos, conditioners, hair serums and oils, try to incorporate these foods in your diet and notice the difference! Fish: Because fish like salmon and tuna are […]
5 cooking oils: What’s healthy and what isn’t
Singapore – What makes an oil healthier or less healthy is the type of fat it contains, as well as the nutrients that can be found in it. According to Health Promotion Board (HPB), the unhealthy fats are transfat and […]
Top 8 health benefits of drumsticks
Drumsticks are obtained from the Moringa oleifera plant and are well-known for their myriad therapeutic qualities. Called as shajan in Hindi, this green vegetable is loaded with valuable minerals, healthy proteins and essential minerals. A must-have ingredient in sambar, one […]
7 health benefits of custard apples
Custard apple, known as sharifa or sitaphal is high in calories and natural sugars, which makes it a healthy fruit. It is one of those very few seasonal fruits that is well-known for it’s delicious taste and nutritional profile. Most […]
Can smelling herbs help you sleep better?
Herbs are known to have several benefits. One of them, lavender, is said to aid sleep. Put a few drops of this on your pillow each night. Lavender also helps reduce anxiety, deal with stress and mood swings and calms […]
Foods you may think are healthy, but aren’t
1. Put Down the Juice Box These days many people are dropping sugary sodas in favor of juices like blueberry, black currant and cherry, which are perceived as healthier because of their high concentration of antioxidants. Problem is, most fruit […]
Food for sleep
Some people have trouble falling asleep. Others can’t stay asleep. Here is the good news. Adding these foods to your diet may help to increase your odds of a successful slumber. 1. Diary products like milk and yoghurt contain tryptophan. […]
Vinegar for treating skin problems
Vinegar is manufactured by fermenting ethanol. It derives most of its properties from its key component acetic acid. However, the exact properties of different types of vinegar may depend upon the source of the ethanol. The common white vinegar is […]
