POMEGRANATES & IT'S BENEFITS...

With each passing day pomegranates have very become popular among the health concious crowd coz of its many long term benefits which are getting disclosed slowly.

Pomegranates grow wild from Iran to northern India, but they are cultivated throughout India, the Middle East, southern Europe and California. Scientists in Israel have been conducting research on the health benefits of pomegranates and pomegranate juice for years, and now others have joined in.

Pomegranate juice, be it fresh or extracted, contains vitamin C, folic acid, and numerous polyphenols (antioxidants). These antioxidants are one of the biggest reasons pomegranates are hyped as super healthy fruits.These antitoxidants are effective on various diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease, heart problems, aging, arthritis and it also helps in protecting unborn babies from brain injuries.

-Fights Breast Cancer

Studies in Israel show that pomegranate juice destroys breast cancer cells while leaving healthy cells alone. It may also prevent breast cancer cells from forming.

-Lung Cancer Prevention

Studies in mice show that pomegranate juice may inhibit the development of lung cancer.

-Slows Prostate Cancer

It slowed the growth of prostate cancer in mice.

-Keeps PSA Levels Stable

In a study of 50 men who had undergone treatment for prostate cancer, 8 ounces of pomegranate juice per day kept PSA levels stable, reducing the need for further treatment such as chemotherapy or hormone therapy.

-Protects the Neonatal Brain

Studies show that maternal consumption of pomegranate juice may protect the neonatal brain from damage after injury.

-Prevention of Osteoarthritis

Several studies indicate that pomegranate juice may prevent cartilage deterioration.

-Protects the Arteries

It prevents plaque from building up in the arteries and may reverse previous plaque buildup.

-Lowers Cholesterol

It lowers LDL (bad cholesterol) and raises HDL (good cholesterol).

-Lowers Blood Pressure

One study showed that drinking 1.7 ounces of pomegranate juice per day lowered systolic blood pressure by as much as 5 percent.

-Dental Protection

Research suggests that drinking pomegranate juice may be a natural way to prevent dental plaque

TANGY TOMATOES

TOMATOES......
The tomato not only thrills the taste buds and brightens the dinner table, it also helps fight disease.They are the fourth most loved vegetables in the world.This ia mainly coz of the health awareness of the vegetable.

To begin with the health benefits services rendered by tomatoes they have rich content of vitamin C. They also contain vitamin A and potassium along with substancial amount of iron.

-The red pigment contained in tomatoes is called lycopene. This compound appears to act as an antioxidant, neutralizing free radicals that can damage cells in the body. Only recently, studies have revealed that lycopene may have twice the punch of another well-known antioxidant betacarotene.
-Eating tomatoes in case of congestion of liver gives you fruitful results. Tomatoes also aids in dissolving of gallstones

-Nicotine acid present in tomatoes reduces the cholesterol level of body. This way tomato keeps the body away from heart ailments like hear attack, heart blockage etc.

-Tomatoes are very effective in purifying the blood.

-Regular intake of tomatoes also improves the texture of your skin and color. It provides natural redness to your cheeks. You can prepare various face-packs in your home using tomatoes as per your skin type that can rejuvenate and refresh your skin.

-Since ages, tomato is known to be a natural antiseptic. Intake as well as application of tomatoes works wonders for your body both internally as well as externally
As tomatoes are rich in all these above nutrients doctor recommends regular intake of tomatoes to people, suffering from high homocysteine level.

LEMON....UNIVERSALLY FAVOURITE FRUIT

ADORABLE LEMON

It is almost impossible that lemon is not used in any house...One of the most essential element of our fridge....May be sometimes used as lemon water,pickles or to spice up our food...
But this cute little lemon has many health benefits.

• A powerful anti-bacterial. Lemon juice destroys the germs present in the cuts and wounds of the individual.
• Vitamin C is found in abundance in Lemon along with traces of thiamin and niacin. It also contains Vitamin A.
• Lemon-juice prevents or restrains influenza, malaria and cold.
• Lemon act as blood purifier and improves the body’s ability to get rid of toxins .
• Lemon juice has high potassium content. So along with quenching your thirst it is good for heart also
• It is a liver tonic
• It is good for acne.

When you go to buy lemon the next time be sure to choose firm, clear colored lemons that have not begun to wither. The first signs of ageing can be spotted where the stem was once attached to the fruit.

Chocolate: luscious, lumpy. load of love......

CHOCOLATES

A chocolate has been one of the most popular treats in the world for centuries. It's really difficult to find a person who is not fond of eating chocolates. Everybody is crazy about chocolates due to its mouth-watering taste and fascinating appearance. Kids cannot control their temptation about chocolates and many parents experience that kids can be stopped from crying with a gift of chocolate. As chocolate is available in different attractive colors, shapes and sizes, it has gained extreme popularity all over the world and it has become integral part of any kind of celebration.

It’s great news for chocolate-lovers that eating chocolates can be advantageous for health. Now you need not prevent yourself from eating chocolates, as there are numerous health benefits of chocolates.

• It consists of vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E as well as iron, calcium and potassium.


• Phosphorus is important for teeth and bone formation in children. . In combination with calcium, it helps to keep the bone healthy and strong


• Magnesium can maintain normal functioning of muscles and nerves. It is beneficial for strong bones and healthy immune system.


• Flavonoids in chocolate possess antioxidant properties, which offers wonderful health benefits such as reduced cancer risk


• Serotonin present in chocolate acts as anti-depressant. It can increase happiness and alertness and many experience pain reducing benefit


• Caffeine, theobromine, phenylamine and tyramine found in chocolate can decrease fatigue and offer extra boost


• Good news for health conscious people is that some fats in chocolate don’t impact cholesterol. Three types of fats are found in chocolate such as oleic acid, which is healthy monosaturated fat, stearic acid and palmitic acid. Out of them, only palmitic acid can be bad for your health.

Chocolate causes certain endocrine glands to secrete hormones that affect your feelings and behavior by making you happy. Therefore, it counteracts depression, in turn reducing the stress of depression. Your stress-free life helps you maintain a youthful disposition, both physically and mentally. So, eat lots of chocolate!

HEALTHY ONIONS

ONIONS

We cannot imagine cooking without Onions. Most of the recipes cooked by most part of the world has Onions as their important ingredient.Tears and bad breath-these are the two things usually associated with onion . But there is much more to this popular vegetable, which are known not only for their unique flavours but also for their therapeutic benefits. Onion is guaranteed to transform any meal into a profoundly aromatic culinary experience.
Onions are believed to have originated from Egypt.Although it has a very strong pungent smell that can be overwhelming, it contains curative values.

• Fresh as well as cooked onions have anti-platelet adhesiveness, which helps in preventing thrombosis.
• Onion has been found to be very good for those suffering from high blood pressure.
• Onion helps reduce inflammation and is therefore, beneficial for those suffering from Neuritis, Vertigo and Bronchitis.
• Onion, being a diuretic, increases the secretion of urine.
• Onions are rich in flavonoids and thus, provide protection against cardiovascular disease.
• Onions are very good for the health of hair, finger and toe nails and even the eyes.
• Onions contain a number of sulfides that help in lowering blood lipids.
• Onions have anti-allergy properties, apart from being slightly laxative.
• Onions help drain out mucus from the cavities and loosen phlegm, in turn alleviating the symptoms of sinus.
• Onions help the body in destroying worms and other parasites.
• Researches have revealed that onions prolong longevity.
• Since onions have the property of helping lower blood sugar, they are good for those suffering from diabetes.
• The extracts of onion, being rich in a variety of sulfides, provide some protection against tumor growth.

Nutritional Value of Onion :-

- Vitamin A - 75 IU
- Vitamin C - 9 mg
- Calcium - 48 mg
- Proteins - 1 gm
- Phosphorus - 66 mg
- Carbohydrate - 16 gm
- Sodium - 5 mg
- Potassium - 200 mg
- Dietary Fiber - 3 gm
- Calories - 60
- Total Fat - 0 gm
- Saturated Fat - 0 gm

Onion is Benenificial in the following conditions:
.Asthma
· Influenza
· Colds
· Tuberculosis
· Insomnia
· Pneumonia
· Antiallergy
· Obesity
· Reduce inflammation
·Slightly laxative
· High Blood Pressure
· Lowers cholesterol
· Prolong longevity
. Helps destroy worms and other parasites.
· Bronchitis (inflammation of the bronchial tube)
· Neuritis (inflammation of the nerves)
· Vertigo (inflammation of nerves)
· Diuretic (increases the secretion of urine)
· Diabetes mellitus - lowers blood sugar.
· Valuable for the hair, nails of the fingers and toes, and for the eyes.
· Sinus conditions - helps to drain mucus from the cavities and loosen phlegm.
· Whether fresh or cooked onions have antiplatelet, adhesiveness, thus preventing thrombosis.