Arthritis is of over 100 kinds but the most common being OsteoArthritis. Rheumatoid Arthritis is one other frequently heard autoimmune disease which causes inflammation in joints and forcing them to ache and disable them to function actively. It is two to three times more common in women than in men and occurs usually between the age 40-50. Joint stiffness, joint pains, swelling and Anaemia are the symtoms..Doctors detect Rheumatoid Arthritis in patients complaining of reduced speed in joint movements, swelling, loss of appetite and joint pains in wrists, knees, ankles, finger joints, affecting the cartilage and bone, and worst cases show joint deformity. There is no permanent cure found yet, however many treatments are promising to offer long term relief from symptoms.   In a recent study published in a health journal, early 2016, it was shown that a compound EGCG found in Green Tea effectively relieved joint swelling. The main reason this study was conducted is because most pain relief treatments that include Anti-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory drugs for Rheumatoid Arthritis are highly expensive and are not suitable to be used on a longterm basis due to their side effects. There should be a pain relief option that is affordable and one that has no serious side effects.     When mouse models were given green tea for 10days, it was noticed that the compound reduced swelling in ankles substantially. This compound treats the problem without disturbing the other cellular activities in human body. The anti-inflammatory qualities of green tea subdue the swelling in the joints and offer pain relief and flexible movement of the joints.   However, there have been other articles produced and studies conducted which talk about the disadvantages of over-consumption of green tea..hence long term relief from this kind of arthritis using EGCG green tea compound has not been yet proved..for someone who has been suffering from Rheumatoid arthritis for quite sometime, 'whether green tea offers enough relief or not', is also yet to be proved through further study. Someone who has done some research on green tea and its health benefits be very careful before starting his/her own treatment therapy of a green tea diet..proper medical advice is seriously suggested. - Prathyusha  

  Frequent mood swings: Mood changes can be one of the vital signs of migraines. Some patients will feel very depressed or suddenly down for no reason. Others will feel very high. Researchers recently reported a possible genetic link between depression and migraines, especially migraines with aura. Data suggests that moderate or severe depression increases the risk of episodic migraines becoming chronic.   Having disturbed sleep patterns: Waking up tired or having trouble falling asleep are common problems in people with migraines. Studies have shown an association between lack of restorative sleep and the frequency and intensity of migraines. When migraines strike, it's tough to get a good night's sleep. A lot of people will have insomnia as a result of their migraine. Lack of sleep can also trigger migraines.   Throbbing pain in one side or both sides of the head: Majority of people suffering from migraine tend to have throbbing pain on one side of the head. Pulsating pain is a classic sign of migraines. Also, pain behind one of your eyes is a sign. The pain is often moderate to very bad. The pain may be so bad sometimes that you can't do any of your usual activities.It also tends to get worse with routine physical activity.  Light, noise, and sometimes smells also may trigger it.   Migraine Aura: Auras can be classified as seeing various shapes, bright spots, or flashes of light, or experiencing vision loss, touching sensations, such as a pins-and-needles feeling in an arm or leg. Movement-related problems, such as limb weakness and speech related problems. Auras are a range of central nervous system symptoms which may occur before or during a migraine. Most people experience migraines without an aura. Auras typically begin gradually and increase in intensity. They can last for up to an hour or even longer.   Vertigo: One type of migraine, called a basilar-type migraine, can cause dizziness, double vision, or loss of vision. Some people with migraines may experience balance problems too. In a recent study, they found a link between migraine intensity and dizziness or vertigo. The stronger the migraine, the more likely patients were to have these complaints. - Divya

  Come Summer and Teachers get some breathing time for a month or two. Is that enough for these passionate lot..?! They take up Teaching professionally because of their passion to teach, during this journey they also face quite alot of serious health challenges..ofcourse, after all they are also humans and belong to the hardworking group. In a study conducted in 2015, it was revealed that Teachers have a better cardiovascular system than the common population. They are less likely to be obese and less likely to be smokers because of their profession, however, they tend to face Psychosomatic problems such as Headaches, Fatigue, Knee aches, Sleep disorders, irritability, short tempers due to dealing with people of various attitudes all at once and everyday. Psychological health issues are commonly reported among teachers, and hence the study recommended that there be Psychiatrists and Psychologists along with General Physicians in Educational Institutions on regular or occasional duty for Health Assistance to Teachers, Lecturers and Professors. This group of Professionals also report of regular Fatigue, High Blood pressure issues and frequent Headaches compared to professionals in other occupations.   Musculoskeletal pains are also commonly heard of among Teachers, pain in the Knees, Neck, Back, Shoulders, Ankles and Feet as they stand during most active times of the day, and almost every day, and a day more in a week as in Asian countries and such, only Sundays are weekly holidays. Respiratory problems were also more among Teachers due to the use of Chalk, however, these days Dustless chalk is being used and Markers are being widely used too. Though, Markers and DryErase boards offer convenience and seem less messy, they come with their own side effects that are harmful. Marker inks contain Toxin chemicals like Xylene and Toluene which are chemical compounds that can cause skin irritation and long term exposure and inhaling of these leads to liver and brain damage. Initial symptoms are headaches, nausea and vomitings. Teachers and Students who regularly use such markers and get the marker ink on their skin during usage may have skin irritability and infection problems too, hence limited usage of these markers is recommended and in well ventilated spaces only. Vocal and voice-related problems are more among Teachers as they have to speak alot and aloud inorder to be heard to all and be followed, hence the vocal chords stretch too much and take more strain than they can...similar to professional Singers who also face voice-related issues.   Well trained and Well experienced Teachers may not face Psychological problems but before thet reach that level of expertise, most of them face Demotivation, frustration, Irritability issues and some may even decide to leave the profession as they have to deal with people, young and old, everyday, with various attitudes and be heard to all. Some Teachers who are young face such challenges from students who are older to them in age. They are under constant pressure to keep themselves updated with changing trends in education, science and current topics. There is definitely alot to be a Teacher...they face problems, yet teach us to face problems bravely and also teach us to avoid problems!   ..Prathyusha

  Benefits of Drinking Water from Clay Pot   Off late we see are seeing a lot of people opting for cool water from clay pot rather than drinking the cold water from refrigerator. Here are some of the benefits of Clay pots.   Consumption of water everyday can help boost he body activity and metabolism. If you store water in plastic, it might prove to be harmful for your overall health. Clay pot water drinking can very well improve the level of testosterone in your body when compared water stored in plastic.     Naturally cooled water from clay pots is readily absorbed by the body and is brimming with micro-nutrients that it soaks up from the kiln fired earthen pot.   Clay pots provide healing benefits along with cooling the water down. The water stored in a clay pot gets cooled down depending on the climate. It is said that no other container possesses the same qualities. Here is how the cooling process happens: Clay is porous. Evaporation happens when water is stored in it. This causes cooling as the water particles tend to gain energy in the form of heat and then get changed to gas and are mixed with air. Moisture and heat circulate in the pot which is totally opposite of the metal and enamel crockery used by most people today.   Clay pots are alkaline in nature. This alkaline nature of clay acts on the acidity of water and provides the needed pH balance. Water stored in a clay pot helps in reducing acidity in the body and provides relief from gastric trouble. This is a remarkable benefit of drinking water from the clay pot. Cooking acidic food like meat or boiling milk in a clay pot helps in neutralizing the acidic nature.   Water that is stored in earthen pots are gentle on your throat so proves to be ideal for people suffering from cough and cold.   ..Divya

    Eating food is a basic necessity of humans, which provides the fuel to live every day...eat less one day and the energy depletes, eat over the other day and there is excess of fuel in the body and it doesnot allow one to fall asleep easily. There shall be a balance in every act, specially Eating. Under eating and over eating are considered imbalance phenomenon that direct our topic to Eating disorders. Anorexia is the fear of gaining weight..which is studied to have been the cause for major deaths in such people who donot eat even the basic required amount of food due to the fear of gaining weight, even for one single day.     Eating disorders can be forced by the society, by classmates and colleagues, with their odd comments, they can be psychological disturbances too. A recent study conducted by Lancaster University revealed that there could be one common reason for disorders such as Irritable bowel syndrome, Anorexia Nervosa and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. That reason being, some antibodies generated in the nerve cells, due to a misfunctioning of the immune system after an infection in the body.   Eating disorders are a high rate among women than men and specially during two age milestones...teenage and the 30s..teenage is when girls only know that they have to look good and fit into good dresses..they have no awareness on required BMI, nutrition and why not to go on crash diets. They like to see no erruptions on the face, mostly caused due to fatty foods, and tend to follow crash diet. Some girls continue in that path forever and cannot come out, they are prey to Anorexia. During the 30s age, most women suddenly realise that they have to look good as their body starts to behave differently to the 20s days when the skin was firm, there was not much fat around the tummy..and during the 30s, due to deliveries and no time in life, their fit bodies tend to look saggy and out of shape. This leads to dieting regimes. Those suffering from depression amd other Psychological illnesses fall for binge eating..eating without control, eating the same item again and again and with no limits. Controlling them is not so easy, hence Medical intervention is necessary and helpful.   The researchers are working on finding out whether Anorexia and such syndromes can be really caused due to the bacteria affecting the brain, which leads to the production of antibodies that affect the mood and appetite. If that is possible to detect the presence of such bacteria, it would also be possible to eliminate the bacteria causing the antibodies that are creating such a havoc and so many eating disorders.   ..Prathyusha

      With the growing awareness of health among the society, people began to get interested in various foods that are previously undermined. Beetroot is one among such foods which are often neglected despite their miraculous nutritional value. Watch out!   Blood Pressure! The first healing power that comes into mind along with beetroot is its ability to lower the blood pressure. Beet root is a great source of nitrates. Physicians are confident that nitrates would decrease blood pressure within hours. A study in 2010 by UK researchers has proved the point without any doubt left. So if you are the one suffering with hypertension... beet root would always be a choice to be included in your weekly menu.   Anaemia Many think that the red colour in Beet root is responsible for producing blood in us. Though that isn’t the truth, beet root does help in anaemic conditions. Beet root being rich in iron would help in producing enough Red Blood Cells.   Fatigue The nitrates in the beet root would result in producing nitric oxide when consumed. This nitric oxide is known to dilate the blood vessels improving the flow of oxygen in the body. These nitrates along with the iron present in beet root are thus useful in getting relieved from fatigue.   Diabetes Beet root many not be a remedy for the diabetic. But, it certainly satisfies their sugar carving. Beet root might taste sweet, but does not harm much to our sugar levels. Unlike many other foods, the sugars released from beet root won’t rush into our body. They get slowly released. Further, beet root is known to be low in calories and fibre which places it in much safer position in our menu.   Pregnancy It’s hard to ignore the importance of Folic acid during pregnancy. Regular and sufficient intake of folic acid is a must for a healthy foetus. Beet root is known to be great source for folic acid. Apart from that, it contains multi vitamins and minerals which form a great substitute for the pregnant women.   The list of benefits from beet root is exclusive.  From Constipation to Cancer... Beet root was proved to useful in various symptoms! Forget the health benefit... Apart from turmeric, beet root is probably the most effective natural food colour. So a slice of beet root can certainly be a part of our daily cuisine.   A bit of advice: Beetroots contain oxalates, a substance that prevents the body to absorb calcium and let it retain in our kidneys. If you are suffering from kidney stones, it’s better to have professional advice before including beet root in your diet.   - Nirjara.

  Who doesn’t love their mother? But when we all have recognised her effort in moulding us and her unconditional love.... we often forget that being an elder person, she might be having her own needs regarding health. You can always bet that she won’t reveal her, which should make us much responsible in recognising her medical situation. Here are some of the health conditions that need to be kept n mind regarding HER health...   Diabetes   Diabetes might be a main concern for women above 40. Diabetes is more likely to occur if you have a history of that epidemic in your family. Though diabetes is just a medical condition, it can be fatal if the sugar levels are not kept under control. Check for your mothers sugar levels and be sure that they are within the limit. Initial stages of diabetes might be managed with herbal remedies and diet care, but a regular check up might be needed if it exceeds the limit. Let her have her own diet plan and a regular visit to the physician.   Good Heart   Elder women are easily prone to the heart diseases. Factors such as blood pressure and cholesterol might certainly deteriorate their heart. It’s better to have a complete check up of heart to find out  irregularities such as enlargement and blockages in arteries. Regular exercise, medication and check up can let their heart, beat without a miss.   Bones   Ailments such as Osteoporosis and Arthritis can severely affect the life style of women in their middle ages. Sufficient intake of calcium and yoga might be of certain help. But an expert advice is constantly needed to take any remedial action. The way one should exercise, the limit one should walk, the lifestyle one should adopt will has to be addressed by a physician. It’s better to see that the indoors are not slippery which might result in fatal fractures of adults. Falls can certainly immobilize the elders forever.   Cancer   Women are prone to various cancers such as breast, ovarian, uterus, endometrial. Any pain or discomfort in elder women should be quickly addressed. Because many cancers can certainly be cured if they are found in early stage and are non-malignant. Tests such as scanning and biopsy can ascertain the risk of a cancer.   Breathing   Problems associated with breathing such as Pneumonia can often attack the elders. As people get old they not only catch these ailments easily but also find it difficult to ward them off. Pneumonia is one of the top causes for death in elders. A physician can certainly guide you to prevent conditions that lead to chronic pneumonia. A vaccine shot or a multi vitamin dose may be followed with the advice of doctor.   Obesity   Elders may not be mobile as they used to be before, leading to obesity. The menopause stage might also lead to fat accumulation around their waist and hips. Regular exercise and intake of proper food is needed to keep obesity under control. Foods that are abundant of fiber, omega-3 fatty acids and unsaturated fats are much needed to shed off the excess fat.   Oral health   It’s hard to expect good teeth even after 60’s. With the prolonged usage they tend to wear out. Dental problems such as cavities may harm a few more teeth. Though Indians won’t care much to visit a dentist and open their mouth before him. It’s absolutely essential to take mothers to a dental physician once in a year. And that applies for an Ophthalmologist too! - Nirjara.  

  Someone plays music awfully loud, the next door..you say that thing is a Headache! But it may not cause any pain..there are seriously different kinds of real headaches that make the head to ache badly. Sleep-related headaches occur due to few countable issues..lack of sleep the previous night or lack of sleep for few days at a stretch, sometimes, lack of sleep(nap) after a heavy lunch and exposure to Sun,suddenly waking up from sleep due to disturbance or by force..all these tend to cause sudden headaches. Over-the-counter pain relief medications, or a hot cuppa caffeine provide comfort.     Other kinds of headaches are Tension-related, when someone is under stress, and is constantly worrying about some matter..a sudden headache starts before they could realise and last for several hours. These are usually felt around the eyebrows and are like compressing the head..people feel relief when a compressing massage is offered or a tight scarf is tied around the head like crunching the head. Chronic Tension headaches, also known as Episodic headaches are felt behind the head-around the neck region. They can last upto 30mins to a whole day. Sometimes, this spreads to the backbone too..severe stress and tensions are the reason.   For some, delayed lunch or any meal and staying hungry longer create headaches...they tend to leave the body few minutes after a fulfilling meal. Even, indigestions cause headaches and confusion...the only way to get relief is naturally after a stool is passed or a vomiting occurs. Until then, it is so chaotic in the mind and body. Cluster headaches are another kind, they are felt as waves in the lower forehead region, around the eyebrows...the reason not known, but relief through general medicines can be caught for some time between repetitions.   Sinus headaches are also around the front forehead part, go hand in hand with jaw pain. Migraine headaches come along with nausea and are extremely severe and long lasting. Headaches related to blurred eye vision are usually due to change in vision abilities, taking an Ophthalmologist's help for corrections are the best solutions..just a pair of corrective glasses help shun away these headaches, these are common among youngsters who watch TV alot. Whatever, be the reason for the headache, we never know if it is due to bad food, hunger, no sleep or stress...we can mostly diagnose and treat them correctly with the help of a good physician...not by trying home remedies always or by sitting at home !   ..Prathyusha

  Organize your work desk: Make sure your desk isn't cluttered with anything beyond the essential items you use often, like a cup of pencils, notepad, and your phone, as well as the few visually-appealing items you've chosen for resting your eyes. You will feel less stressed at work if your desk is more organized.  The more manageable your workspace feels, the more in control of your work and life you will feel.   Get some fresh air: If you are cooped up inside all day, take a few minutes to get outside and see the sun. A little time in the great outdoors can improve your mood and help you relax. Take a stroll around and your will feel refreshed when you get back to your work.   Soothe your mind by striking a conversation with friends: Make friends with your coworkers. Maybe you feel stressed at work because you feel like you're in your own little bubble and have no one to talk to during the day. Though you don't have to become best friends with your coworkers, just getting to know them over a quick lunch or a break in the coffee room can help you feel like you have people who are in the same boat and can understand your struggles.   Change is the only constant. Just go for it: Sometimes the best way to obtain stress relief is to remove your source of tension. If you are in a job working at a certain pace in an environment that is objectively painful because of your boss, coworkers, and so on, and you’re doing it because you can earn 10 percent more money than doing something else, you could calculate that you might be better off doing something else.   Meditation could prove to be a stress buster: Meditating right at your desk or on the floor for just twenty minutes a day can help you feel more relaxed and in control of your days. To mediate, just find a comfortable seat in a quiet place and rest your hands on your lap, straighten your posture, and focus on relaxing your body one part at a time.Close your eyes and take in all of the sounds and sensations as you breathe in and out.You can also meditate right before work to make for a less stressful day in the workplace.   Write down a to-do list about the work at hand: Though you may be married to your computer, you should take breaks to write down a few things, from your daily to-do list to some information you received over the phone. Writing down some words, even if they aren't essential to your job, can give your mind a break from the computer screen and can refocus your energies and make you feel less overwhelmed about the work at hand.

A new health research revealed that people who don't avoid sun exposure in their daily life have a higher chance of living longer than those who avoid sun exposure due to various reasons such as getting tanned, getting dizzy, also due to climatic conditions in their geographic region. Although over exposure to sun has been related to skin cancer. Analytical information on over 29,000 Women belonging to Sweden who were observed for 20years reveals that the more the sun exposure, the lesser the heart disease issues, and also the longer the life expenctancy in women. It was also said that those with non-sun exposure had the same risk as Smokers with higher Sun exposure habits, meaning, avoiding Sun is as dangerous as smoking ! There is a thin difference between Over exposure and Required levels of Sun exposure.   The study was initially designed to analyze the rate of melanoma, a type of skin cancer that is caused to due to over exposure to sun..but as the study started, it was observed that women who sun bathed daily had lower risk of cardiovascular heart disease and also deaths among them were not due to cancers...however, as they live longer their risk of skin cancer would also continue until the end. All this explains that Vitamin D is so valuable for life...the percentage of Vitamin D deficiency in ones body is the rate at which the body is targeted with numerous health problems.     Lower levels of Vitamin D3 play a major role in the development of various killing degenerative diseases. Deficiency and side effects of this vitamin are the most commonly occuring diseases around the world and D3 supplementation is the most cost effective, affordable treatment to avoid such harmful diseases like Skin, Breast, Colon and other kinds of cancers, cardiovascular disease, autoimmune disease like Multiple Sclerosis, Diabetes etc. Many of us are beauty conscious and have modern health concerns that donot allow us to look beyond Sun tanning and Skin cancer problems due to Sun exposure..but it has been scientifically proved that human body needs a daily dose of vitamin D3, and when it is not provided enough, the organs fall apart, surrendering to various health problems that are life-taking.   Everyone of us needs to learn the right ways to nourish our bodies with the required D3 vitamin, daily..instead of procrastinating regular D3 checkups to know if one is deficient, forgetting to follow supplimentation if recommended ( due to no sufficient Sun shine in the geographic region), and not following up on the caught up D3 levels after supplimentation course ends...it is a vitamin crucial for life, required daily..not occasionally ! Are you Vitamin D friendly? - Prathyusha

      Watermelon:     Watermelon is summer’s most popular vegetable. It is part of the cucumber, pumpkin, and squash family.   Mango:     Mangoes are high in vitamins A and C. Eat one cup of sliced mangoes, and you've covered about 25 percent of your daily recommended intake of vitamin A (which is good for your eyesight)   Tomato:     Slicing 1 cup of raw tomato (about one medium-sized fruit) for your lunchtime salad gives you as much as 40 percent of your recommended daily intake of vitamin C and 20 percent of your daily vitamin A -- all for just about 35 calories and zero fat   Water:     Water helps keep your body hydrated, which is important for keeping all of your bodily systems working properly. It keeps tissues moist and cells healthy, and it helps remove toxins and waste. It helps the body regulate temperature and helps prevent dehydration   Bell Peppers/ Capsicum :     Bell peppers make a colorful addition to a snack, salad or meal, but there's more to this crunchy fruit (yes, bell pepper is technically a fruit, rather than a vegetable) than meets the eye. Sweet bell peppers are low in calories and high in vitamins. One-half of a cup of green, red or yellow bell peppers contains more than 230 percent of your recommended daily vitamin C intake, and only 20 calories Beans and Legumes:     Beans and legumes such as black beans, black-eyed peas, garbanzo beans, kidney beans, lentils and soybeans are good sources of antioxidants for cell health, as well as B vitamins, folate, calcium, iron, potassium and protein. They're also full of fiber. Leafy Greens:     Greens are full of the cell-protecting and repairing antioxidants vitamins C and A, and contain protein and iron, as well as B vitamins and fiber. They also contain a lot of water, which will help keep you hydrated during hot summer days. Green Tea:     Green tea is packed full of healthy antioxidants, similar to those found in blueberries, grapes and pomegranates, and it's those antioxidants that help keep us healthy.Green tea may help reduce your risk of all sorts of health problems, including obesity, diabetes, stroke and heart disease.   Cucumber:     Cucumbers. You can put them on your eyes to help reduce redness and puffiness. You can put them in your water to add a punch of flavor to a cold beverage. And they make a tasty high-fiber, low-calorie snack.   Avocado:     Avocados find their way onto salads, into dressings and on top of burgers with regularity, so it's a good thing that they're full of all sorts of healthy things, including fiber, vitamins B5, B6, C, K, folate and potassium, as well as cell-protecting antioxidants. Blueberry:     Blueberries may reduce the risk of developing harmful plaques in your arteries, which in turn reduces your risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke. ...Divya

  Dehydration leads to muscle fatigue. Adequate fluids not only lubricate the joints, but water aids the transport of oxygen to the working muscle. Water helps remove the metabolic waste and regulates body temperature.The metabolism is a chemical process that releases heat. When we exercise in hot climates, our bodies are like an oven that is working under harsh temperatures. When overheated, our systems begin to fail. The body regulates its temperature through sweating, exhaling and with cold water consumption.   Water or electrolyte beverages replenish fluid and mineral loss. Choose cold fluids to cool the body. Adequate hydration leads to clear thoughts and mental focus. This improves the blood and oxygen flow to the brain. A two-percent drop in bodily fluids decreases concentration and causes short-term memory problems.   Keeping the body hydrated helps the heart to easily pump blood through the blood vessels to the muscles. And, it helps the muscles work efficiently. Your heart does not have to work as hard if you are well hydrated.   ..Divya

    Want to save yourself from all the issues associated with hypertension? Then start consuming flax seeds on a daily basis. After a recent study was done researchers discovered that flaxseed oil consumption resulted in significantly lowering of blood pressure people.     Type 2 Diabetes can be controlled by consumption of Flax seeds as they have Lignans present in them which work effectively in controlling. Research also shows that a daily intake of flax builds up insulin sensitivity in glucose intolerant people. This is because of the high level of soluble fibers in flax. Consumption of a table spoon of ground flax seeds for a month has shown to improve fasting blood sugar levels.     Depression hurts. Every moment of your day can be impacted by it. There are plenty of antidepressants that doctors may prescribe, but a simple dietary addition may also prove useful. A study found that significant depression levels frequently went hand in hand with lower levels of docosahexaenoic and eicosapentanoic acids (found in various foods including fish, walnuts and flax) in patients. If you’re depressed and haven’t yet investigated the effects your diet maybe having on you, now is the time to start!   Flax seed is an excellent addition to the diet if you are looking to shed some extra pounds and stay healthy. The high fiber content in flax makes it heavier as it absorbs fluids and expands in volume that keeps the tummy fuller for a longer time and check cravings and over eating. This is highly favorable for weight loss.   If high cholesterol is left untreated your arteries could become clogged, leading to a heart attack or stroke. Studies indicate that flaxseed can help.Interesting fact here is that it only has the ability to lower the cholesterol of men. So, while researchers caution that it cannot match the cholesterol-lowering effects of prescription medication, if you’re looking for a drug-free, relatively inexpensive way to treat your problem, consider taking flaxseed lignan tablets or sprinkling some ground flaxseed overtop of your meals.   Flax seeds have a high level of omega 3 fatty acid and Lignans present in them which help in combating prostate cancer, colon cancer and breast cancer. Three types of Lignans found in flax seed are-secoisolariciresinol, matairesinol and pinoresinol that have the capacity to affect the hormonal workings and control hormone related cancers and hormone dependent tumors. ..Divya

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  Parkinson's disease was not so known just a few years ago but it is heard more often these days...a degenerative functioning of the central nervous system causing Parkinson's, with symptoms commonly as Shaking, slowness in movement and later resulting to Sleep, Emotional problems too. It is a disorder of the brain and the nervous system and hence directly affects the emotional status of the person suffering. Ones emotional mood changes occur due to the biochemical reactions caused to the disease, sametime, they can be the sideffects of the medications that are used to capture the disease.   More than half of those affected by Parkinson's end up dealing with Depression due to the brain's disfunctioning and most of them are in denial that they actually have been detected with Parkinson's and tend to express more anger and frustration. They also encounter Loneliness due to sudden Non-Socializing behaviour due to their inactive mobility, as their movements get slower and they tend to be shaky, all these symptoms make them feel disinterested and discouraging to social with others, due to the fear of rejection.   Family and friends play an important role in helping those suffering with Parkinson's cope with the symtoms such as depression and lack of interest to socialize. They shall assure one of a better future and of days ahead with more family encouragement and involvement. Helping one to attend psychotherapy sessions to cope with depression and lack of confidence also makes things better. Many medicines promise to provide relief from symptoms, and also to reduce the damaging effects yet, a new research states that Group Singing can releive certain symptoms of the disease, that cannot be tackled so well through medication. Voice impairments are few other symptoms that occur in this disease, the voice becomes shaky and then the voice levels and pitch reduce at later stages.   Some interventions and medications came forward to treat the voice based discomfort situation but there have been more drop-outs as the stages passed. A research group at Iowa State University, USA conducted a study to find out if group singing can handle the symtoms and provide relief, at the sametime, improving the quality of life for the patients. After two months of conducting the research on 27 patients, they observed that singing in a group can improve their pitch loudness, swallowing ability and vocal control. This method also gave them more confidence to make friends and develop a pastime which lets them overcome boredom and forget their fears and worries for a while. Singing is such a boon that can treat many disorders, not just the Parkinson's.

    Magnesium and calcium make a wonderful health duo. When you’re getting enough magnesium, this makes it easier for your body to absorb calcium and put it to good use. Whole milk is high in both calcium and magnesium. Drink more throughout the week and you can help your bones stay strong and healthy while preventing osteoporosis.     Dark chocolate, as it turns out, is good for your heart, brain, and blood sugar (in small doses, that is!) and also neutralize free radicals, harmful molecules that can damage your cells and lead to disease. It’s full of antioxidants, vitamin, and minerals, including magnesium.     Nuts are nutritious, tasty and versatile. Several types are high in magnesium, including almonds, cashew nuts.           Bananas provide vitamin C, vitamin B6, manganese and fiber. They are best known for their high potassium content, which can lower blood pressure and is linked to a reduced risk of heart disease. Bananas are also very high in magnesium.       Flaxseed is a versatile super food that you’d be wise to incorporate into your diet today. Just one tablespoon provides 10% of the recommended amount of magnesium per day. It’s easy to include a tablespoon or two into your diet by sprinkling flaxseed over your meals, mixing it in your juice, or blending it with a fruit smoothie.     Pumpkin seeds are a great source of Vitamin E, copper, antioxidants, and magnesium. A half-cup serving of pumpkin seeds provides 369 milligrams of magnesium—nearly 100% of the recommended value for the day.         Dates are packed with vitamins and minerals, including magnesium. A 100-gram serving adds up to 11% of the average person’s daily magnesium needs.         Black-eyed peas are nutritional powerhouses that provide your body with high levels of fiber, potassium, protein, and iron. ..Divya

    Hair tresses are one major concerning matters of the day, every adult worries about his/her hair health during some point in a day. Whether my hair will be thicker like that during my teenage, will it have delayed greying, will it stop having split ends, when will it grow longer,,,i dont want bald head anymore !? these are all the concerns one has about tresses. Nutrition promises of giving us healthy hair..there are many vegetables, meats and natural oils extracted from nuts and vegetables that can actively promote healthy hair.     Zinc is an important mineral for hair strength and fullness...deficiency of Zinc causes hair to loose fullness amd look weak. Oysters, lobsters, beef and such have high content of zinc that gives fullness and strength to hair. Considering to take supplements of any and all required nutrients and vitamins also helps cover deficiencies and gain good results. Eggs are rich in their vitamin B content which helps grow hair...low vitamin B content in body causes hair loss and brittle nails too. Even Iron and Protein requirements of the body are covered by consuming Eggs. Beef, Dark leafy greens also provide rich iron supplements to the body. Protein contents in meats and eggs boosts the richness of hair texture and fullness. Spinach, Kale and other leafy greens have iron, betacarotene, vitamin C sufficient for strong hair, without brittleness, vitamin C in fruits such as Guava also help restore the anti-breakage feature of hair..causing hair to stay away from split ends and brittleness. Omega-3 in Salmon fish, Chia seeds amd Flax seeds can boost the shine of hair...making hair look stunning without having to apply artificial shine oils and mousses.     All these said and done...why does not everyone of us still have beautiful and perfect hair as some of our friends have...even though they dont have better eating habits? I doubt the quality of foods and lifestyle that manipulates the difference. Foods grown using Pesticides and fertilizers might look oh-so-perfect for consumption, giving us a fake feeling of great health, but the true story is...they are not able to supply the correct nutrition to the body. These veggies and foods just look and taste good..but the body is smarter, it knows there are harmful items around the layers of these foods and rejects those, resulting in no right supply of nutrition for us....the more the stress and strain, the lesser the body relaxes to function well..all these elements act in combinations to showcase signs of health...healthy hair, baldness, delayed greying, early wrinkles and etc...foods can boost healthy hair but only when they are grown without manipulations and only when our mind is happy and absorbs those foods correctly...! ...Prathyusha