Category: Wellness and Complementary Therapies
Brussels sprouts may boost fertility
Brussels sprouts may boost fertility in both men and women, a UK expert says. Research has found that 9% of all conceptions take place over the holiday period, making December the most fertile month of the year. For couples wanting […]
Christmas tips on how not to spend too much and to watch your weight!
‘Tis the season for holiday eating. And that means that most of us will pack on about one to two pounds (0.5-1 kilo) this time of year. While that might not sound like much, annual weight gain adds up year […]
How nuts can improve your health
Few foods pack a nutritional bang for your buck quite like the humble nut. Here are a few good scientifically backed reasons to add nuts to your daily diet. New research published last month in the New England Journal of […]
18 Amazing benefits of Okra/Lady’s Finger for skin, hair and health
Okra is better known by its common name as ladys finger or Gumbo. This high fiber vegetable is known for its high soluble and insoluble fiber content. This vegetable is usually used in many recipes and is also a part […]
Seven grossest things in your food
Nasty things in everyday food When pink slime oozed into public consciousness, we all scrunched our noses. What was this mystery substance—a food additive made of beef trimmings that are heated, compressed into blocks, and then exposed to bacteria-killing ammonia—hiding […]
Want shinning teeth? Eat apple, chew gum
New Delhi-Teeth whitening treatment has become increasingly popular in recent years, thanks to modern lifestyle. But it is now possible to achieve one at home. Eating apple on daily basis and chewing gum is beneficial when it comes to maintaining […]
Regular breakfast, hydration gives you a good night’s sleep
The festive season calls for fun, but also brings a lot of stress and sleeplessness. Don’t skip breakfast and drink as much water as possible to sleep well. You may start worrying about finding the perfect gift for your loved […]
How healthy are your fries?
SINGAPORE – In Singapore, 100g of french fries, about a medium serving, gives you between 270 and 324 calories. Fat content ranges from 14g to 27g. So is that healthy? The New Paper spoke to four polytechnic nutritionists and polytechnic […]
Taking food supplements can be helpful
Our bodies need a balance of nutrients to be healthy and strong. Ideally, it’s better to get the vitamins, minerals and nutrients you need through real food rather than through supplements, since all the nutrients in food often work together […]
Traditional diet can help fight obesity
Traditional diet comprising of pulses, coarse grains and vegetables can help fight obesity, a pressing health problem plaguing Indians, say health experts. “We should go back to a traditional diet and this can be ensured by giving up junk food […]
