Healthy oils which can be used for deep frying! Deep frying has to be done consciously since it is the key for healthy calories! Groundnut has high amount of good fats, has a high smoke point and is ideal for use in cooking since it cannot absorb or transfer the food flavours. Sunflower oil is also ideal for deep-frying since it is a highly oleic oil which has high monounsaturated fats and contains no harmful trans fat. The oil is mild in flavour and also high in antioxidant vitamin E. Soybean oil is extracted from soybean, which is a good source of antioxidants which remain in the oil even after it s extracted. Soybean oil is a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids and also polyunsaturated fats. Canola Oil is derived from a relative of mustard called rapeseed and is considered as third most friendly cooking oil for heart after olive and sunflower oils). It is very much suitable for deep-since it has a neutral flavour. A deep-fat thermometer is the best way to find out if the oil is sufficiently hot enough for deep-frying.   - Kalam Dhari

Why cardamom is a blessing! Cardamom is widely used spice in Indian cuisine due to its amazing taste. Apart from making your recipe tasty, this spice is also a medicine for various treatments such as mouth ulcers. Benefits of Cardamom Digestive disorders Cardamom boosts digestive health. It stimulates the digestive system and also reduces the gas and bloating and helpful in relieving acidity. Bad breath If you are facing some trouble with your bad breadth, then simply chew some cardamom. It works wonders a mouth freshener to get rid of your bad breath. Depression If you are suffering with bouts of depression or anxiety, then take some cardamom powder boil it in hot water and prepare cardamom tea. The pleasant aroma relieves your depression and any other mental problems. Breathing problems Cardamom improves circulation to lungs, hence it is recommended for people who suffer from asthma and bronchitis. Impotency Cardamom can also spice up your sex life by treating sexual dysfunctions such as impotency and premature ejaculation.   In addition to this, cardamom offers a cooling effect; it stimulates the appetite and lessens stomach cramps.   - Kalam Dhari

GUMMY TREATS TO FIGHT COLD   Season of Chill...runny noses common...are treats and sweets only for the better days!! Why shouldn't we make some to feel better...interesting idea, isn't it?! Pomegranate juice is high in vitamins A, C and zinc (all good cold fighters) and plenty of antioxidants to speed recovery. Ginger is an immune system booster and combats nausea or an upset stomach. Lime juice offers another blast of vitamin C, and honey can sooth a sore throat. All wrapped up in a tasty and easy-to-digest package, these healthful treats are good if you’re under the weather or trying to keep your immunities up when colds are being passed around. Materials : 1 cup pomegranate juice 1/4 cup ginger tea, Instead try Canada Dry, Schweppes, Seagram's Ginger Ale 3 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 4 tablespoons powdered gelatin Tools : Saucepan, Try PYREX Rectangular Glass Containers as one option 8″ glass baking dish or candy molds Step 1 Gather ingredients. If pomegranate juice doesn’t appeal, other no-pulp juices with high vitamin content may be substituted (like cherry or blueberry). Authentic ginger ale may be used in place of ginger tea, but it will increase the sweetness. Step 2 Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan. and stir over low heat until the gelatin has completely dissolved. Step 3 Pour into an 8-inch glass baking pan or into candy molds and place in the freezer for 10 minutes, or into the refrigerator for 1 hour, to solidify. Step 4 Cut into bite-sized squares (or remove from candy molds) and they are ready to eat.   - Prathyusha Talluri

Boosting pregnancy chances for diabetic women! Pregnancy is a boon and a celebration of womanhood. But Women suffering from diabetes stare at a challenge of getting and also staying pregnant. Poor glucose control in their body followed by high sugars prevents women from conceiving and also in maintaining the pregnancy. The rate of miscarriages among women suffering from diabetes is as high as 30 to 60 percent. The formation of a baby's brain, kidneys, heart, and lungs occur during the first two months of pregnancy, hence high levels of blood glucose levels are harmful during the early stage. The main complication of women suffering from diabetes is macrosomia, also called as big baby in terms of birth weight. For women suffering from Type 1 diabetes need to be administered with insulin before pregnancy, during and also after their pregnancy. But for a woman suffering type 2 diabetes, oral medications with or without intake of insulin can help in controlling diabetes. For healthy baby, diabetic women should coordinate their efforts with a health care team for maintain their levels of blood glucose levels before going for pregnancy and it is important. In a modern world with advanced health care facilities, it is possible for a lady to get pregnant even though she has diabetes with advanced medical care and supervision.   - kalam dhari

అల్లంతో ఆరోగ్య ప్రయోజనాలు   అజీర్ణం, మలబద్ధకం వంటి కారణాలవల్ల చర్మం మీద దద్దుర్లు ఏర్పడుతుంటే పూటకు టీ స్పూన్ అల్లం రసాన్ని సమాన భాగం పాత బెల్లంతో కలిపి రెండుపూటలా తీసుకోవాలి. అల్లం రసాన్ని కొద్దిగా వేడి చేసి నువ్వుల నూనెను, తేనెను, సైంధవ లవణాన్ని కలిపి 2-4 బిందువుల చొప్పున రెండు చెవుల్లోనూ రోజుకు 3-4సార్లు నొప్పి తగ్గేవరకూ వేసుకోవాలి. రెండు టీ స్పూన్ల అల్లం రసంలో టీస్పూన్ తేనె కలిపి ఉదయం, సాయంకాలాలు రెండుపూటలా తీసుకుంటూ ఉంటే జలుబు తగ్గుతుంది. రెండు చెంచాల అల్లం రసంలో చిటికెడు పిప్పళ్లు చూర్ణం, చిటికెడు సైంధవ లవణం (రాతి ఉప్పు) కలిపి రాత్రి పడుకునే సమయంలో వారంపాటు తీసుకుంటే ఉబ్బసం, ఆయాసం వంటి సమస్యలు తగ్గుతాయి. అల్లం రసాన్ని ముక్కు రంధ్రాల్లో నస్యంగావేస్తే తెలివి తప్పిపడిపోయిన వారికి తిరిగి స్పృహ వస్తుంది. అల్లంకు సమాన భాగం బెల్లం కలిపి పూటకు రెండు టీస్పూన్ల మోతాదులో రెండుపూటలా తీసుకుంటే మూడు దోషాలు ఏక కాలంలో వికృతి చెందిన సందర్భాల్లో గుణం కనిపిస్తుంది. అల్లాన్ని ముద్దగా దంచి దంతాల మీద, చిగుళ్ల మీద కొంచెం సేపు ఉంచుకుంటే జలుబులో దంతాలు లాగటం, జివ్వుమనడం వంటి సమస్యలు తగ్గుతాయి. అల్లం రసాన్ని కొద్దిగా వేడిచేసి రెండు చెవుల్లోనూ 4-5 చుక్కల చొప్పున వేసుకోవాలి. అల్లం రసాన్ని పూటకు 2 టీస్పూన్ల మోతాదులో తీసుకొని జీర్ణమైన తరువాత రెండుపూటలా ఉడికించిన బియ్యం, పాలు ఆహారంగా తీసుకోవాలి. అల్లం రసాన్ని ఏడాదిపాటు నిల్వచేసిన నెయ్యిలో కలిపి ముద్దకర్పూరం కలిపి వేడిచేసి ఛాతిమీద ప్రయోగించి సున్నితంగా మర్ధనాచేస్తే న్యుమోనియాలో ఛాతి నొప్పి వంటి సమస్యలనుంచి ఉపశమనం లభిస్తుంది. టీ స్పూన్ అల్లంముద్దను నెయ్యిలో ఉడికించి తీసుకుంటే శోథ, తుమ్ములు, ఉదర భాగంలో పెరుగుదలలు, ఆకలి మందగించటం వంటి అనేక రకాల సమస్యల్లో హితకరంగా ఉంటుంది. రెండు చెంచాల అల్లం రసంలో రెండు చెంచాల ఉల్లిరసం కలిపి తీసుకుంటే వాంతులు తగ్గుతాయి. పూటకు రెండు చెంచాల అల్లం రసంలో తగినంత పటిక బెల్లం లేదా పంచదార కలిపి రెండుపూటలా తీసుకుంటూ ఉంటే బహుమూత్రం సమస్య తగ్గుతుంది. ఇది మూత్ర సంబంధపు ఇనె్ఫక్షన్ల కారణంగా వచ్చే బహుమూత్రత్వంలో ఉపయుక్తంగా ఉంటుంది. అల్లం, త్రిఫలాలు, (కరక్కాయ, తానికాయ, ఉసిరికాయ) బెల్లం సమాన భాగాలు తీసుకొని కలిపి ముద్దగా నూరి పూటకు టీ స్పూన్ మోతాదుగా రెండుపూటలా తీసుకుంటే కామెర్లు తగ్గుతాయి. ఒక లీటర్ అల్లం రసంలో అర కిలో నువ్వుల నూనె కలిపి ద్రవాంశం ఆవిరై కేవలం తైల భాగం మిగిలేంతవరకూ చిన్న సెగమీద మరిగించి వడపోసి నిల్వచేసుకోవాలి. దీనిని కీళ్లమీద, నొప్పులున్న శారీరక భాగాలమీద రాసుకొని మృదువుగా మర్ధనా చేసుకుంటే నొప్పులనుంచి ఉపశమనం లభిస్తుంది. 10గ్రాములు అల్లం, 10 గ్రాముల జిల్లేడు చెట్టు కాండం వీటిని రెంటిని ముద్దగా దంచి మిరియం గింజలంత పరిమాణంలో మాత్రలుగా చుట్టి నిల్వచేసుకోవాలి. వీటిని రోజుకు రెండుమూడుసార్లు వేడినీళ్లతో తీసుకుంటే కలరాలో ఇనె్ఫక్షన్ తగ్గుతుంది. అల్లం రసం, తులసి రసాలను సమానంగా కలిపి దానికి తేనె, నెమలి ఈకల భస్మంను కలిపి టీ స్పూన్ మోతాదుగా 2-3సార్లు తీసుకుంటే కలరా నియంత్రణలోకి వస్తుంది. రెండు చెంచాల అల్లం రసానికి 5గ్రాముల పాత బెల్లం కలిపి తిని, మేక పాలతో తయారుచేసిన ఆహారం తీసుకుంటుంటే సాధారణ వాపులు తగ్గుతాయి. త్రికటు చూర్ణం, (శొంఠి, పిప్పళ్ళు, మిరియాలు) రాతి ఉప్పు (సైంధవ లవణం), అల్లం రసం సమాన భాగాలు కలిపి ఉదయసాయంకాలాలు పూటకు అర టీస్పూన్ మోతాదులో తీసుకుంటే సన్నిపాత జ్వరం, ప్రలాపనలు తగ్గుతాయి.

  The commonest phrase we hear when asked for any visible illness is ‘Hormonal Imbalance’. Well, Are hormones so important for us? Are they so influential? How do we balance them? These are the series of questions that will pop in our minds as soon as we hear that phrase. It is would be right to say that Hormones are the fuel on which our body metabolisms are carried out. They are important for the control, coordination and regulation of the body systems. It is surprising to know that you can bloat up like balloon or become as lean as a stick when the hormones loose their balance! To maintain proper built and good health it is very essential that these hormones strike the right balance! Here are some prescribed ways to balance the hormones: • Buy organic foods as far as possible, try to avoid the high-end fruits. It is advised to use filtered water rather than package drinking water, the packed or tinned foods have a component called Bisphenol A which disrupts your hormonal balance. • It is a known fact that Liver is the terminator of excess hormones produced by our body if we feed our Liver right, the hormones can be balanced aptly! It requires the plant nutrients from the leafy veggies such as broccoli, cabbage, kale, cauliflower; it also needs the sulfur compounds found in garlic and onions. Try including these foods into your diet and you will be startled at the difference it will make! • Especially in women it is beneficial to ensure proper pelvic circulation by an oil massage with sesame oil with few drops of garlic oil or by applying the compress of hot tea with freshly chopped ginger!! Besides, always consult a medical practitioner for undying hormonal woes!! Take Care!!   - Siri

TIPS TO PREVENT TYPE 2 DIABETES In addition to regular visits to your doctor, who can monitor your blood sugar levels and detect if you have pre-diabetes, following a healthy lifestyle can help you delay or prevent Type 2 diabetes. a high-fiber diet and regular physical activity, which are crucial for weight loss (a major risk factor for Type 2 diabetes). Here is the top 10 list of ways to ward off the disease: Lose weight. Exercise regularly including strength training (aim for 30 minutes of moderate exercise each day). Eat five servings per day of a variety of non-starchy vegetables and fruit each day. Get plenty of fiber (aim for 25 grams per day). Replace unhealthy saturated fats like butter, cream and mayonnaise with healthy fats like nuts, avocado and olive oil. Make most of your grains whole grains. Limit sugary beverages including sodas, sports drinks and juices. Limit refined carbohydrates including sweets, candy, cookies,and crackers. Avoid trans fats as much as possible (avoid products with the words "partially hydrogenated" in ingredients list). Choose lean protein like skinless chicken and fish over higher fat meats and cheese whenever possible.

Tips for a Safe and Healthy Diwali Top 10 tips for you to celebrate, stay safe and stay healthy this Diwali. 1. Sweets are hard to resist and during Diwali, when there is plenty of colorful sweets everywhere, it becomes even harder to resist. Remember the fact that Indians are genetically prone to diabetes and so it is always advisable to keep the intake of sugar and starch minimal. 2. Stay away from sweets that use chemical preservatives, because the intake of such preservatives can cause damage to our kidneys and liver. It can also cause asthma attacks and cancer. 3. Avoid sweets that have ‘silver’ coating. Such foils are often adulterated by aluminum and aluminum being a hazardous metal can accumulate in our body tissues and can also enter the brain. 4. In times of increasing air and noise pollution that we are witnessing today, it is important that we be responsible while using firecrackers. It is good to buy as little firecrackers as possible, because that can help us spend less and can also stop us from polluting our environment. 5. While using firecrackers we are definitely faced with the risk of burn injuries and so a few precautions are necessary. Always wear slippers during your fun time with firecrackers and never try to do anything to a firecracker apart from lighting it from a safe distance. Kids should be allowed to burn firecrackers only under adult supervision. 6. Do not light firecrackers in crowded areas or on the roadsides, because that might prove to be dangerous for bystanders and the general public. 7. Wear earplugs while exposed to explosive firecrackers. It might sound a bit fancy, but if we ignore it the excessive noise might damage our ears in the long run. 8. It is better to say ‘No’ to alcohol, as any excess is easily possible on this day of celebration. You can avoid a hangover and also the risk of driving while intoxicated if you must drive your car and visit your friends and family. 9. Diwali is a festival that brings a lot of gifts to people, so use the occasion to choose sensible gifts for family and friends. Try gifting fruits or low calorie sweets and snacks instead of ghee-laden sweets. 10. Diwali is also the festival of joy so make it special especially if there has been any unpleasantness with your family or friends in your past. Shed all your inhibitions and misgivings and make a fresh start. Wish them a ‘Happy Diwali’ and embrace them in joy.

9 Health Tips for Pregnant Women during Diwali The excessive smoke and pollution from the firecrackers can prove to be harmful for women, particularly if they are pregnant. “The smoke and pollution emitted by the fire crackers can prove to be harmful for the mother and child. During early pregnancy, if the mother suffers from respiratory problems it can affect the unborn baby as well. In the extensive preparation of Diwali when pregnant women are busy shopping and are involved in other household chores, they should make it a point to consume small portions of healthy food and water every two hours.This will prevent them from feeling dizzy and save them from lethargy as well as fainting attacks. Pregnant women should stay away from the people burning crackers.They should try and avoid synthetic materials in their clothing as they catch fire easily. They should instead try and wear cotton clothes. Loud noises are also said to be disturbing for women as their eardrums are more sensitive during pregnancy. “The loud cracker noises can be quite disturbing for both the mother and child. They are best avoided." Also, women should be extremely careful to avoid any kind of burn injuries as they are difficult to treat during pregnancy. Since pregnant women are more vulnerable and can’t be given strong medications, as there is a chance that it could harm the foetus, it is important that women take extra precautions to stay out of harm’s way. Stay away during colouring and white washing of the house before Diwali because these act as “triggers” of an asthma attack and that will in turn be painful for both the mother and the child. Another important factor pregnant women should take care of is their diet. “Since Diwali is the festival when most people eat plenty of sweets and fried snacks, pregnant women should try and keep their sweet intake to a minimal. This is because there is a high chance of them developing gestational diabetes. This can further complicate the matter for them.” informs Dr Manoj Chellani. While lightening of the lamps and diyas the pregnant women should take special care as because of the baby bump the visibility is reduced and there are the chances that they might cause burn to themselves. Wearing of traditional heavy dresses during laxmi puja should be avoided for safety by would be mothers as they are difficult to handle and causes uneasiness in movement due to heaviness.

భోజనం తరువాత చేయకూడని 7 ముఖ్యమైన పనులు.....! ఆరోగ్యమే మ‌హా భాగ్యం అంటారు క‌దా..! అటువంటి ఆరోగ్యానికి ఆహారానికి ఉన్న అనుబంధం అంతా ఇంతా కాదు. ఆహారం తీసుకోవ‌టంలో కొద్దిపాటి మెళ‌కువ‌లు పాటిస్తే ఆరోగ్యాన్ని మ‌హాభాగ్యంగా కాపాడుకోవ‌చ్చు. ప్రతి ప్రాణి ఆహారం తీసుకోకతప్పదు. అలాంటిది మనిషి మూడు పూటలా భోజనం చేయాల్సిందే. ఇందులో ఉదయం అల్పాహారం, మధ్యాహ్నం భోజనం, రాత్రి డిన్నర్‌ లేదా సప్పర్‌ ఏదైనా కావచ్చు. మనిషి తీసుకునే ఆహారం కేవలం ఆకలిని తీర్చడమే కాకుండా శరీరంలోని మెదడు తదితర భాగాలకు పోషణనందిస్తుంది. కాబట్టి మీరు తీసుకునే ఆహారాన్ని బట్టి మీ మనసు, ఆరోగ్యం ఆధారపడి వుంటుందంటున్నారు ఆరోగ్య నిపుణులు. అంతే కాదు ఆహారాన్ని ఎప్పుడు తినాలి ఎలా తినాలి అన్న విషయం అందరూ తెలుసుకోవాలి. వాటితో పాటు, ఆహారాన్ని తీసుకొన్న తర్వాత కొన్న పనులకు దూరంగా ఉండాలి. అటువంటప్పుడే ఆరోగ్యవంతులుగా జీవించగలుగుతారు. మరి ఆహారం తీసుకొన్న తర్వాత ఎటువంటి పనులు చేయకూడదో ఒకసారి చూద్దాం... పొగ తాగకూడదు: ధూమపానము చేయరాదు. భోజనము చేసిన తరువాత ఒక సిగరెట్ కాల్చితే అది పది సిగరెట్ లకు సమానము అని చెబుతున్నారు వైద్యనిపుణులు. కాన్సెర్ వచ్చే అవకాశాలు కూడా ఎక్కువగా ఉంటాయట. భోజనం తిన్న వెంటనే పండ్లుకు బ్రేక్: పళ్ళు తినకూడదు. భోజనము చేసిన తరువాత పండ్లు తినడం వలన కడుపు మొత్తం గాలితో నిండిపోతుంది. అందుకే పళ్ళు తినాలనుకునేవారు రెండు గంటలు ముందు కానీ తరువాతగాని తింటే మంచిది. టీ - కాఫీలకు బ్రేక్: భోజనానంతరం టీ మరియు కాఫీలకు తాగకూడదు. టీ వలన పెద్ద మొత్తంలో ఆసిడ్ విడుదల చేసి ఆహరం జీర్ణం అవ్వడం కష్టంఅవుతుంది. కాఫీలోని కెఫిన్ వల్ల జీర్ణశక్తి మందగిస్తుంది. బెల్ట్ లూజ్ చేయకూడదు: సాధారణంగా మగవారు ప్యాంట్ కు ఖచ్చితంగా బెల్ట్ వేస్తుంటారు. ఫ్యాషన్ అంటూ అమ్మాయిలు కూడా వారి వారి సౌకర్యాన్ని బట్టి బెల్టులు వేసుకొంటుటారు. భోజనం తర్వాత బెల్టు లూస్ చేయకూడదు. దీనివల పొట్టలోపల ఎక్కడన్నా ఇరుక్కున్న ఆహరం సరిగ్గా జీర్ణం కాదు. స్నానం: భోజనానంతరం స్నానం చేయకూడదు. భోజనం చేసినవెంటనే స్నానం చేస్తే రక్తం అంతా చేతులకి కళ్ళకి మొత్తం ఒంటికి పాకి, పొట్ట దగ్గర రక్తం తగ్గిపోయి జీర్ణప్రక్రియని నెమ్మది చేస్తుంది. దీనివల జీర్ణ వ్యవస్థ సామర్ధ్యం తగ్గిపోతుంది. నడక: చాలా మంది భోజనం తర్వాత కొంత దూరమైన నడవాలంటారు. భోజనం తర్వాత వంద అడుగులు నడవటం వల్ల తొంభైతొమ్మిదేళ్ళు జీవిస్తారంటారు. ఇది నిజం కాదు. భోజనం తర్వాత నడవడం వల్ల జీర్ణవ్యవస్థ తగిన ఆహార పోషణ గ్రహించలేకపోయే అవకాశం ఉంది. కాబట్టి భోజనానంతరం నడక అవసరం లేదు. భోజనం తర్వాత నిద్ర: భోజనానంతరం నిద్ర పోకూడదు. భోజనం చేసిన వెంటనే పడుకుంటే ఆహరం సరిగ్గా జీర్ణం అవ్వక గాస్ట్రిక్ మరియు ఇన్ఫెక్షన్ వంటివి వచ్చే అవకాశాలు ఎక్కువగా ఉంటాయి. మాములుగా భోజనం చేసిన వెంటనే ఎవరికైనా సరే నిద్ర వస్తుంది. తప్పకుండా పడుకోవాలి అంటే ఒక పదిహేను నుండి ఇరవైనిముషాలు కంటే ఎక్కువగా పడుకోకుండా ఉంటె మీ ఆరోగ్యానికి మంచిది అంటున్నారు డాక్టర్లు. తప్పకుండా ఇవన్ని పాటిస్తారు కదూ!

మునగాకుకు సాటిలేదు ఆకుకూరలు ఆరోగ్యానికి మంచిదని డాక్టర్లు చెబుతుంటారు. మనం కూడా తరచూ ఆకుకూరలు వాడుతుంటాం. కానీ తోటకూర, పాలకూర ఇలా కొన్నింటిని మాత్రమే వాడతాం. కానీ న్యూట్రిషనల్ వాల్యూస్ ఉండే కొన్ని ఆకుకూరలని అసలు పట్టించుకోము. అలా మనం పట్టించుకోకుండా వదిలేసే "మునగాకు" లోని ఆరోగ్య ప్రయోజనాలు ఏమిటో ఒకసారి చూద్దామా...! విటమిన్ A అవసరం మనందరికీ తెలిసిందే. ఆ విటమిన్ A కోసం క్యారెట్ లు తింటాం. కానీ క్యారేట్స్ కన్నా నాలుగింతలు ఎక్కువగా విటమిన్ A మునగాకులో దొరుకుతుంది. అలాగే విటమిన్ C కూడా కమలాలలో కన్నా ఏడింతలు ఎక్కువగా ఉంటుంది ఈ మునగాకులో. రోజు ఒక అరటిపండు ఆరోగ్యానికి మంచిది అంటారు. ఎందుకంటే అందులో పొటాషియం ఎక్కువ కాబట్టి. కానీ అరటిపండులో కన్నా మునగాకులో ఆ పొటాషియం మూడింతలు ఎక్కువగా ఉంటుంది. గుడ్లలో ఉండే ప్రోటీన్స్ ఈ మునగాకులో కూడా ఉంటాయి. పాలు తాగితే కావలసినంత కాల్షియం మన శరీరానికి అందుతుంది అంటారు. ఆ కాల్షియం పాలల్లో కన్నా మునగాకులో నాలుగింతలు ఎక్కువ. రోజుకో గ్లాసు పాలు తాగే మనం మునగాకుని పట్టించుకోము. అసలు మాములు ఆకుకూరలు వాడినట్టే అన్ని వంటకాలలో ఈ మునగాకుని కూడా వాడవచ్చు. ఈసారి ములక్కాడలు కొనేటప్పుడు మునగాకు గురించి తప్పకుండ అడగండి. - రమ

  JUICE ISN'T THE FOOLPROOF SODA ALTERNATIVE Sports drinks, energy drinks and juices seem to provide at least some nutritional benefits and are often the alternative to sugary sodas; however, according to Jennifer Bowen, a dental assistant in Carmel, Indiana, "These drinks are loaded with sugar, too, which eventually causes tooth decay." Children are especially susceptible to tooth decay caused by sugary drinks, depending on their sippy cup usage. (The spout of the cup places drinks in close contact with tooth enamel, and children often "nurse" a cup in such a way that their teeth are constantly bathed with the sugary drink.) Even 100 percent pure juice is advisable only in limited quantities because of its naturally high sugar content. Bowen says that moms often give their children fruit juice, milk or fruit snacks before bed. The sugars coat the teeth overnight and can cause a condition called baby bottle tooth decay, which is early childhood tooth rot. Prevent this overnight decay by always brushing your teeth and your kids' teeth before bed. YOU'RE NOT THE ONLY ONE EATING THAT CANDY The bacteria in your mouth are loving your sweet tooth, too! These bacteria feed on the sugar in candy and produce acids that attack your enamel for up to 20 minutes after each bite. So if you're snacking on candy throughout the day (and not brushing your teeth constantly at the same time!), your teeth are constantly bombarded with the acids those bacteria create. Choose snacks such as cheese, yogurt and raw vegetables, or try one of these sweets that are actually good for your teeth. CUT THE CARBS Your tush and your teeth will thank you if you just step away from the carbs. Foods that contain sugars and starches -- aka carbohydrates -- fuel the bacteria that live inside your mouth. Like we said before, these bacteria produce acids that destroy tooth enamel, which ultimately results in tooth decay and cavities. You don't have to quit the carbs altogether, though: Just brush after you eat sugary and starchy foods, and limit snacking between meals. PUCKER UP YOUR POUT A surprising number of people eat lemons, according to Dr. Somers, without realizing that lemons' acidity causes teeth to erode. Get your lemon fix by drinking lemonade instead, but beware of both store-bought and homemade mixes with tons of sugar. If it feels like you just can't win, slice a lemon and toss it in a pitcher of water overnight. The lemon juice will infuse the water, giving you that lemon tang you desire without the dangers of straight lemon juice on your pearly whites. Sipping through a straw also helps the liquid bypass your teeth and prevent additional damage. MORE HARM THAN HELP Cough suppressants such as lozenges, cough drops and cough syrup often contain large quantities of sugar. According to Somers, sucking on a lozenge or cough drop can be just as damaging to your teeth as sucking on hard candy. Plus, she said, most people don't realize just how much sugar is in these medications, so they don't brush after consuming them -- which, of course, can cause tooth decay and cavities. Look for sugar-free versions of cough medicine, sip more water and brush regularly when taking any medication.

  1. Bananas help overcome depression due high levels of tryptophan, which is converted into serotonin -- the happy-mood brain neurotransmitter 2. Eat two bananas before a strenuous workout to pack an energy punch and sustain your blood sugar 3. Protect against muscle cramps during workouts and night time leg cramps by eating a banana 4. Counteract calcium loss during urination and build strong bones by supplementing with a banana 5. Improve your mood and reduce PMS symptoms by eating a banana, which regulates blood sugar and produces stress-relieving relaxation 6. Bananas reduce swelling, protect against type II diabetes, aid weight loss, strengthen the nervous system, and help with the production of white blood cells, all due to high levels of vitamin B-6 7. Strengthen your blood and relieve anemia with the added iron from bananas 8. High in potassium and low in salt, bananas are officially recognized by the FDA as being able to lower blood pressure, and protect against heart attack and stroke

  Cheese is a great source of protein and calcium. Since protein curbs hunger and keeps you feeling satisfied after meals and snacks, cheese can help you to lose weight. As part of a well-rounded nutrition plan, the protein in cheese can slow down the absorption of carbohydrates eaten at the same meal or snack and therefore help balance your blood-sugar levels and improve mood as well. Blue Cheese Reduced-fat or fat-free blue cheese is a good dietary choice to help with the management of gout and osteoporosis, and it also helps you to maintain strong, healthy teeth. Regular blue cheese is high in saturated fat, so limit your intake if you’re trying to lose weight or if you have high cholesterol, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, or memory problems. If you’ve identified aged cheese as a trigger food for your migraines, or cheese in general as a trigger for IBS, you should steer clear of blue cheese altogether. Cheddar Cheese Cheddar cheese is a sharp-tasting cheese that, like other cheeses, is a good source of protein and calcium, but it is also calorie-dense and high in saturated fat, which can increase your risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, and memory loss, not to mention impede your weight-loss efforts. Choosing reduced-fat or fat-free cheddar cheese is a great way to take advantage of its nutritional benefits while minimizing unhealthy extras. The calcium in cheddar cheese helps maintain strong bones and teeth, may relieve PMS symptoms, and can help maintain healthy blood pressure. (Note: Since most cheeses are high in sodium, people with high blood pressure should eat only moderate amounts, choose low-sodium brands, and factor the sodium content into their daily totals.) If you get migraine headaches, it’s important to know that aged cheeses like cheddar are a common trigger. IBS sufferers take note: Some people with IBS are sensitive to dairy and experience discomfort after eating it. Cottage Cheese Cottage cheese is a good source of protein and can be part of a healthy diet if you choose fat-free or reduced-fat varieties. (Full-fat cottage cheese contains extra calories and saturated fat, which can increase cholesterol levels and contribute to weight gain if eaten in excess.) Cottage cheese is also a good source of selenium, an antioxidant that can help prevent arthritis, and vitamin B12, which may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and memory loss. (Note: Since most cheeses are high in sodium, people with high blood pressure should eat only moderate amounts, choose low-sodium brands, and factor the sodium content into their daily totals.) IBS sufferers take note: Some people with IBS are sensitive to dairy and experience discomfort after eating it. Cream Cheese Cream cheese is a soft cheese spread that doesn't contain as much protein or calcium as other cheeses. Regular cream cheese is very high in fat, especially saturated fat, which can increase your risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, and memory loss, not to mention impede your weight-loss efforts. Look for fat-free or reduced-fat cream cheese, and use it in moderation. IBS sufferers take note: Some people with IBS are sensitive to dairy and experience discomfort after eating it. Feta Cheese Feta cheese is a crumbly, salty cheese, commonly used in Greek food. Regular feta is relatively high in fat, especially saturated fat, which can increase your risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, and memory loss, not to mention impede your weight-loss efforts. To keep calories in check, enjoy feta cheese in moderation — limit yourself to a one to two ounce portion per meal, and consider choosing reduced-fat varieties. (Note: Since most cheeses are high in sodium, people with high blood pressure should eat only moderate amounts and factor the sodium content into their daily totals.) IBS sufferers take note: Some people with IBS are sensitive to dairy and experience discomfort after eating it. Goat Cheese Like other cheeses, goat cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, but it is also high in fat, especially saturated fat, which can increase your risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, and memory loss, not to mention impede your weight-loss efforts if eaten in excess. To keep calories in check, enjoy goat cheese in moderation — limit yourself to a one to two ounce portion per meal. (Note: Since most cheeses are high in sodium, people with high blood pressure should eat only moderate amounts and factor the sodium content into their daily totals.) If you get migraine headaches, it’s important to know that aged varieties of cheese are a possible trigger. IBS sufferers take note: Some people with IBS are sensitive to dairy and experience discomfort after eating it. Mozzarella Cheese Mozzarella cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, but it is also calorie-dense and high in saturated fat, which can increase your risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, and memory loss, not to mention impede your weight-loss efforts. Choosing reduced-fat ("part-skim") or fat-free mozzarella cheese is a great way to take advantage of its nutritional benefits while minimizing unhealthy extras. The calcium in mozzarella cheese helps maintain healthy blood pressure. (Note: Since most cheeses are high in sodium, people with high blood pressure should eat only moderate amounts, choose low-sodium brands, and factor the sodium content into their daily totals.) If you get migraine headaches, it’s important to know that aged cheeses like mozzarella are a common trigger (although mozzarella cheese is aged for less time than most aged cheeses and may be better tolerated). IBS sufferers take note: Some people with IBS are sensitive to dairy and experience discomfort after eating it. Parmesan Cheese Parmesan cheese is a popular hard cheese used in salads and pasta dishes. Because of its intense flavor, a little bit of Parmesan can go a long way, making it easier to eat in moderation. If you get migraine headaches, it’s important to know that aged cheeses like Parmesan are a common trigger. (Note: Since most cheeses are high in sodium, people with high blood pressure should eat only moderate amounts and factor the sodium content into their daily totals.) IBS sufferers take note: Some people with IBS are sensitive to dairy and experience discomfort after eating it. Ricotta Cheese Ricotta cheese is a soft cheese and a good source of calcium and protein. Ricotta cheese can be part of a healthy diet if you choose reduced-fat ("part- skim") or fat-free varieties. (Full-fat ricotta contains extra calories and saturated fat, which can increase cholesterol levels and contribute to weight gain if eaten in excess.) Ricotta is also a good source of selenium, an antioxidant that can help prevent arthritis. IBS sufferers take note: Some people with IBS are sensitive to dairy and experience discomfort after eating it. Romano Cheese Romano cheese is a hard cheese with a sharp, salty flavor, similar to Parmesan cheese. Because of its intense flavor, a little bit of Romano can go a long way, making it easier to eat in moderation. If you get migraine headaches, it’s important to know that aged cheeses like Romano are a common trigger. (Note: Since most cheeses are high in sodium, people with high blood pressure should eat only moderate amounts and factor the sodium content into their daily totals.) IBS sufferers take note: Some people with IBS are sensitive to dairy and experience discomfort after eating it. Swiss Cheese Swiss cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, but it is also calorie- dense and high in saturated fat, which can increase your risk of cardiovascular disease, arthritis, and memory loss, not to mention impede your weight-loss efforts. Choosing reduced-fat or fat-free Swiss cheese is a great way to take advantage of its nutritional benefits while minimizing unhealthy extras. The calcium in Swiss cheese helps maintain healthy blood pressure. (Note: Since most cheeses are high in sodium, people with high blood pressure should eat only moderate amounts, choose low-sodium brands, and factor the sodium content into their daily totals.) If you get migraine headaches, it’s important to know that aged cheeses like Swiss are a common trigger. IBS sufferers take note: Some people with IBS are sensitive to dairy and experience discomfort after eating it.

  Use these tips to reduce your salt intake: Avoid adding salt to foods at the table. Take stock of the sources of salt in your diet, such as restaurant meals, salt-based condiments, and convenience foods. Some of these are really loaded with salt. Read the labels when shopping. Look for lower sodium in cereals, crackers, pasta sauces, canned vegetables, or any foods with low-salt options. Or, eat less processed and packaged foods. Ask about salt added to food, especially at restaurants. Most restaurant chefs will omit salt when requested. If you need to use salt while cooking, add it at the end. You will need to add less.

  Generally, women complain of weakness, pain, heaviness and strain in their legs during pregnancy. There are a few women who develop strain and cramp problems in legs before going to bed while others suffer from leg swelling, especially during initial pregnancy days. The swelling increases in the evening and decreases in the morning. Many-a-times, women develop blue spider-web on thighs in this condition which gets thicker. This is called varicose veins problems. Sometimes blood gets accumulated in the leg veins resulting in red rashes and swelling. This may prove fatal for mother and foetus as well. 1. During pregnancy, regular jogging and simple leg exercise are important. 2. If any above symptoms arises during your pregnancy, do not avoid these and immediately consult a good vascular or cardio vascular surgeon. Get a check-up of your legs done every two months from a good vascular surgeon. 3. You should take care of legs to avoid these problems because their occurrence will require you to take lots of medicine which will be harmful to foetus. 4. Avoid standing for more than an hour in the same posture. Do not sit on the chair with legs hanging down for a long time. Do not use hard edged chair. 5. Working pregnant women should move their legs every hour in their work place. They should go for a short walk at regular intervals. 6. Do not use very hot water in winters for bathing and do not sit in the sun for a long time because excess heat increases the length of leg veins resulting in the accumulation of more impure blood there. 7. Pour cold water on legs after every tired activity. Place a pillow under the legs while lying. 8. Wear graduated compression stockings every day. This stockings made of special technique helps to prevent accumulation of impure blood in legs and improves blood circulation. 9. If sudden swelling develops in your leg, immediately go to a hospital which houses a cardio vascular or vascular surgeon and also has the facility of angiography, MR Venogram and Doppler study.

  కొన్ని ఆహార నియమాలు పాటించడం ద్వారా గుండె జబ్బులకు దూరంగా ఉండవచ్చంటున్నారు నిపుణులు. అవేంటో చూద్దాం. గుండె ఆరోగ్యానికి యాపిల్ చాలా మంచిది. అందులో ఉండే ఫైబర్ చెడు కొలెస్ట్రాల్‌ను గణనీయంగా తగ్గిస్తుంది. ఒక కప్పు యాపిల్ ముక్కల్లో 3.7 గ్రాముల ఫైబర్ ఉంటుంది. నారింజపండ్ల రసంలో బి9 విటమిన్ ఉంటుంది. ఇది గుండెజబ్బులకు దారితీసే హోమోసిస్టైన్‌ను తగ్గిస్తుంది. పచ్చిబఠానీల్లో బి2, బి6 విటమిన్లు పుష్కలంగా ఉన్నాయి. ఈ విటమిన్లు రక్తనాళాలను పదిలంగా కాపాడతాయి. రక్తనాళాలు దెబ్బతినడం వల్ల గుండెజబ్బులు వచ్చిపడతాయి. ద్రాక్షపండ్లు గుండెజబ్బులను దూరంగా ఉంచుతాయి. ద్రాక్ష వల్ల కొలెస్ట్రాల్ అదుపులో ఉంటుంది. ఫ్లావాన్స్, ఆంతోసైనిన్ వంటి ఎన్నో మంచి లక్షణాలు ద్రాక్షపండ్లలో ఉన్నాయి. ద్రాక్షను గోరువెచ్చని నీళ్లలో లేదా ఉప్పు నీటిలో క డిగి తీసుకోవడం వల్ల రసాయనాల ప్రభావం మనపై పడకుండా ఉంటుంది. వేరుశనగపప్పులు గుండెకు ఎంతో మేలు చేస్తాయట. రోజూ కాసిని వేరుశనగ పప్పులు, బాదంపప్పు, వాల్‌నట్స్ తీసుకుంటే గుండె నిక్షేపంగా ఉంటుందంటున్నారు నిపుణులు. వీటితో పాటు బీన్స్ కూర తరచుగా తనడం వల్ల కూడా మీ గుండె ఆరోగ్యంగా ఉంటుంది.

Your Morning Coffee   Good Morning, greets your Coffee!! You might be getting ready for work, or hurrying up your spouse for work, or your child. Having breakfast without fail is the best for you to stay healthy on a long run and gather some energy for the day. As tempting as it may be to heat up a cup of lukewarm coffee that you have forgotten to drink...the longer you leave the same coffee in a cup, the more likely it is to become contaminated by dirt, dust, or even a fly. it's especially risky if you use a dairy creamer. Not only could reheating dairy cause bacteria to grow, but it can also make it curdle, which might upset your stomach. Plus, the coffee quality suffers the more you reheat it, the more concentrated the brew (decoction) becomes and the more bitter it tastes. That's not a good way to start the day!!   - Prathyusha Talluri