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Benefits of Eating Chocolate: Why It is the Best Gift for Your Valentine

February 13, 2017 SrijitaBenefits, Best, Chocolate, Eating, for, Gift, Is, It, of, The, Valentine, Why, Your

The unending story of chocolate begins with cocoa trees that grew wild in the tropical rainforests of the Amazon basin and other areas in Central and South America for thousands of years. The Maya Indians and the Aztecs were the first ones to recognise the value of cocoa beans. The word ‘chocolate’ is actually derived from The Aztec word, ‘Xocolatl’, which means ‘bitter water’. Back in the day, chocolate was praised for its medicinal properties. It was used as an energy drink and to cure diseases like jaundice, coughs, indigestion…

5 Beneficial Exercises for Strong Shoulders

February 13, 2017 Srijita5%;, Beneficial, exercises, for, Shoulders, Strong

Look around and everyone these days is talking about having a daily exercise regimen. The emphasis on a healthy lifestyle is now at an all-time high. There are a range of studies that go on to prove the health benefits of exercising daily. No matter which form of exercise we follow, it is imperative that all muscle groups get appropriate attention. Let us look at one such part of the body that often gets neglected. The shoulders are a very sensitive part of the human body. Bearing the brunt of…

Want to reduce your heart attack risk? Try eating breakfast for once.

February 12, 2017 SrijitaAttack:, Breakfast, Eating, for, Heart, once, reduce, Risk, to, Try, Want, Your

MAYBE THIS IS just an American thing, but no meal seems more controversial these days than breakfast. The debate has raged for decades: Should eat breakfast every day? Can planning out the timing of your meals help you be healthier? Past studies seem to go both ways one the subject—and some people just don’t like to eat in the morning. But here’s a new volley of evidence: Doing both can help reduce risk of cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S., according to …

Love Salt a Bit Too Much? It Could Be Dangerous For Your Heart

February 11, 2017 Srijitaa, be, Bit, Could, dangerous, for, Heart, It, love, much, Salt, Too, Your

Come summer, come winter, we Indians love salty food. We can’t imagine snack time without munching on chatpata fries, samosas, chaats and other namkeens. While most of us are aware of the fact that too much salt is not good for our health, we often turn a blind eye, or forget to keep a check amidst all the celebrations and get-togethers. Just a little pinch of it can transform an ordinary dish into a lip-smacking treat. The truth is salt as an ingredient is not completely bad for our health.…

Why Good Nap Time is Essential for Kids to Develop Language Skills

February 11, 2017February 11, 2017 SrijitaDevelop, Essential, for, Good, Is, Kids, Language, Nap, Skills, Time, to, Why

It is no secret that a good night’s sleep makes you feel better. Not only does sleep give your body time to rest and recharge, it may also be crucial to your brain’s ability to learn and remember. Healthy sleep puts us in the right state of mind to take in information as we go about the day. Sleep actually triggers changes in the brain that solidify memories – strengthening connections between brain cells and transferring information from one brain region to another. Imaging and behavioral studies continue to show…

Why Good Nap Time is Essential for Kids to Develop Language Skills

February 10, 2017 SrijitaDevelop, Essential, for, Good, Is, Kids, Language, Nap, Skills, Time, to, Why