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Here’s how Turmeric can help you lose weight!

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A compulsory spice in most North Indian kitchens,turmeric is a staple in every Indian household. It is used since ancient times due to the medicinal properties it has. The primary antioxidant present in turmeric is curcumin. Turmeric is said to help one deal with stomach issues, metabolic disorders, obesity and many more problems. Though having huge quantities of turmeric is surely not a way to lose weight, but turmeric is said to reduce the inflammation associated with obesity. Thus, it can give your weight loss plan a boost. Read on to know how turmeric…

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Dry fruits are good for you: Protein from nuts and seeds keep your heart healthy

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While eating red meat that is rich in protein is linked with increased risk of heart disease, protein from nuts and seeds could be beneficial for the human heart, suggests a study. The study, appearing in the International Journal of Epidemiology, found that people who consumed large amounts of meat protein experienced a 60% increase in cardiovascular disease (CVD), while people who consumed large amounts of protein from nuts and seeds experienced a 40% reduction in CVD. “While dietary fats are part of the story in affecting risk of cardiovascular…

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Ladies, take note: Eating broccoli and cabbage can protect you from heart disease

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Eating cruciferous vegetables including broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and sprouts three or more times per day can prevent hardening of neck arteries in elderly women and also decrease the risk of heart diseases, a study has found. Researchers observed a 0.05 millimetre lower carotid artery wall thickness between high and low intakes of total vegetables. “That is likely significant, because a 0.1 millimetre decrease in carotid wall thickness is associated with a 10% to 18% decrease in risk of stroke and heart attack,” said lead author Lauren Blekkenhorst, from the University…

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Experience nightmares? Congratulations, you are more creative, says science!

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Nightmare sufferers are more creative, according to science!   According to a journal-entry by Mary Shelly, haunting tendency of her nightmares derived her to write a book. She said, “When I placed my head upon the pillow I did not sleep, nor could I be said to think. My imagination, unbidden, possessed and guided me, gifting the successive images that arose in my mind with a vividness far beyond the usual bounds of reverie.” Are you also one of those who often experience nightmares? If your answer is yes, then…

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7 Pelvic Pains You Should Never Ignore

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More than one in 10 American women of childbearing age report experiencing pelvic pain in the last six months, and nearly three out of four have dealt with pain during sex at some point in their lives. But while pelvic pain — a general term used to describe discomfort in the lower-abdomen area — is common, seeking and receiving the correct treatment for it is often not. For example, one in 10 women and girls suffer from endometriosis, but statistics show it takes an average of 10 years to receive a diagnosis from the time of symptom onset. “Women should never…

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Why You Should Eat Broccoli Every Single Day

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You already know that broccoli belongs in a healthful, plant-based diet, but this cruciferous vegetable can provide an even bigger wellness boost if you prepare it a certain way (steamed beats boiled — big time). Get the deets on all of the nutritious benefits of broccoli below, plus info on the best cooking methods you’ll want to turn to again and again for a healthy weeknight dinner. Nutrition Stats Serving Size: 1 cup flowerets 20 calories 3.6 g carbohydrates (1% DV) 2.1 g protein (4% DV) 2130 IU vitamin A (43% DV)…

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