The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of your neck. It helps in regulating various functions of your body such as metabolism, temperature, and heartbeat. However, it performs its work quite smoothly that you might even forget its presence and thus it is considered the silent workhorse of your body. But, it may come to notice with any dysfunction, one such being hypothyroidism.
Nowadays, many young ladies are diagnosed with PCOD (Poly Cystic Ovarian Disease).Studies reveal that 1 out of every 5 young women is suffering from PCOD in India. That really is a depressing number. PCOD is a condition that disrupts a woman’s endocrine system and raises her level of androgens (male hormones) and is seen to have a genetic connection.
Recorded amongst the world’s most polluted cities, New Delhi, is having a tough time dealing with the rising pollution levels. To stay safe, it is important for all of us to follow the preventive measures and include indoor plants, air purifiers, opt for respiratory masks when stepping out and have anti-oxidants rich diets. Published literature suggests that foods rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin E and antioxidants are enriched with anti-inflammatory properties and have been found to combat the effects of air pollution.
Have you read it correctly? Yes, we are talking about Prebiotics and not Probiotics. While they sound very similar and are often confused, Prebiotics and Probiotics are not the same. So what is the difference between the two?
Loaded with proteins, eggs are a quick and an easy way to get essential nutrients at any time of the day. But eggs are one of those controversial foods where diet professionals can’t make their minds if they are healthier or harmful. Eggs have a high protein source along with other vitamins and minerals. However, they are also reasonably high in cholesterol and fat, which is why they have been doubtful if they are actually beneficial or harmful.
With the ongoing steep rise in adulteration of food in India, it won’t be wrong to say that anything to everything we eat or drink is partially adulterated.
You cannot see these adulterants with the naked eye (except in some cases), but you can detect them at home easily by simple kitchen tricks such as:
You must have read the many benefits of various fruits like mangoes, melons, oranges etc. But have you come across the goodness of this wonder fruit grown in summers for a short period? Wondering??
Do you think knowing your blood type is necessary only to avoid the risk of receiving an incompatible blood group in the hour of need? Think again! Research reveals that your blood group is an important determinant that can impact several areas of health. Blood types have a major effect on your digestive system, so while some food items may be beneficial for one blood group, others may not.
Added sugars contain a whole bunch of calories with NO essential nutrients. For this reason, they are called “empty” calories. A high-sugar diet may cause more harm by bringing your body on the verge of various dreadful diseases. Artificial sweeteners though low on calorie count, are high on side effects.