According to American Heart Association (2015), cardiovascular disease is the leading global cause of death, accounting for 17.3 million deaths per year, a number that is expected to grow to more than 23.6 million by 2030. Low dietary intake of beta carotene is associated with chronic disease such as cardiovascular disease and vitamin A deficiency. […]
Vitamin D and health Vitamin D is a hot topic these days. We get it from the sun, fortified milk, butter, ghee, soybeans, soy milk, cheese, eggs and certain types of fish and mushrooms. It’s usually credited with promoting bone strength and overall health. And vitamin D deficiency has been linked to many chronic diseases, […]
[idea]Folate (vitamin B9, folic acid) is essential for life-sustaining processes of DNA synthesis, replication, and repair and they are naturally present in common foods such as black eyed peas, liver, asparagus, beets, brussels sprouts, and spinach. Folate levels have been associated with birth defects, cardiovascular disease , and many other important healthcare issues . Individuals […]
[idea]In the last few decades, the nutritional dogma has been about emphasising small & frequent meals throughout the day. Recent research shows that those who eat less are generally healthier, with improved metabolic health, cognition and live longer than those who eat more. Intermittent fasting is based on the principle of alternating between periods of […]
The big fat dilemma [hr height="30" style="default" line="default" themecolor="1"]Are fats good or bad? Which types of fats are good and which types are bad? And how much fat is bad and how much is good? Is fat bad for everyone or only for some or for some more so than others? These are among the […]
Why can’t some people stand Brussel sprouts and some find it delectable? We find many tastes inherently appealing across a broad segment of population (eg. sugar). Some tastes are acquired from cultural exposures. Yet, there are some tastes we cannot stand. Genes help us understand some of these strong inherent tastes and distastes that we […]
Harsh summers take a toll on your skin like nothing else. Here’s a quick seven day guide of easy home remedies to get rid of all your skin problems in summer. From sun tan to clogged pores and pigmentation, summers might be upsetting for your skin. Utilization of unnaturally stuffed creams and lotions can aggravate things. […]
Since the start of Olympics in 776 BC, running has always been a remarkable event in the world of sport. This Rio 2016 is no exception and set to be another epic feast for running fans. The fundamental dimension of the Olympics is all about “Citius, Altius, Fortius” which translates to “Faster, Higher, stronger” and running […]
Diabetes is the most challenging health problem of the 21st century with India being the diabetic capital of the world. More than 65 million Indians are affected from type 2 diabetes and the number is expected to double in the next 20 years. The most shocking news is that 270 million Indians are below the […]
