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HEALTH BENEFITS OF SPROUTED BEANS

Sprouting is the process whereby seeds are germinated and can be eaten either raw or cooked. The multiple tasty preparations of sprouted beans have been traditionally used since long. Seeds of many kinds, including grasses, grains and beans, are used for sprouting. By...

FLUCTUATING BLOOD PRESSURE

Certain conditions called “Autonomic disorders” cause the tone of the blood vessels and even the heart rate to fluctuate widely. As a result of this, blood pressure also fluctuates widely. Sometimes, medications also cause blood pressure to go up and...

BEST FOOD FOR STRONGER BONES

Soy Foods Half a cup of calcium-enriched tofu from Soya beans contains over 400 milligrams of calcium. Soy milk usually contain 300 milligrams of calcium per cup. Nuts and Seeds Nuts and seeds can strengthen bone health in several ways. Walnuts and flaxseeds are...

FALL PREVENTION

Light Up Your Living Space : Keep your home brightly lit to avoid tripping on objects that are hard to see. • Place night lights in your bedroom, bathroom and hallways. • Place a lamp within reach of your bed for middle-of-the-night needs. • Make clear paths to light...

COLORECTAL CANCER: WHAT IS IT?

Colorectal cancer is the third most frequently diagnosed cancer in men and women. Yet, when found early, it is highly curable. This type of cancer occurs when abnormal cells grow in the lining of the large intestine (colon) or...

WHAT IS PULMONARY EMBOLISM?

Pulmonary embolism is the sudden blockage of a major blood vessel (artery) in the lung, usually by a blood clot. The clots are small and not fatal in most cases; however they can damage the lung. And if the clot is large and stops flow of blood to the lungs, it can be...

WINTER ASTHMA – TIPS TO AVOID COLD AIR

To protect yourself from asthma flare-ups during wintry weather, following suggestions can be considered : • Cover your face : Drape a scarf across your mouth and nose, or wear a winter face mask that covers the bottom half of your face. • Exercise indoors : Work out...