Unknown Benefits Of Almonds

Almonds : (1)

 Almond is native to Iran and Central Asia . It was spread by humans all over the world .
But the pollination of California's almonds is the largest annual managed pollination in the world . 
it is seen that consumption of almonds per person in the world has been increasing . 

Almonds 

Export / Import : 

The US is the dominant supplier of almonds . In 2016/2017 , the country exported about 1.4 billion pounds of almond . Spain , India , China and Germany were the top four countries to import .

What is Almond :

 Almonds are the star of the nut show . They come raw or roasted , sweet or salty , sprouted or unsprouted , but always crunchy and satisfying . Actually almond is seed . Almond plays a number of roles in our diet .

Nutrients of Almonds : (2)

 Almonds contains mono unsaturated fats , carbohydrates , fiber , sugar ( little amount) , calcium , iron , magnesium , potassium , vitamin A , B ,D ,E .

Health Benefits Of Almonds :

1) Almond lowers the heart risk : (3)

Almonds improve lipid or fat levels in the blood . This can benefit heart health . studies say , almonds are full of anti oxidants . So consuming almonds increases the antioxidant levels in the blood stream , reduces blood pressure and improve blood flow . Hence lower the heart risk . 

2) Almonds lower overall cholesterol levels : (4)

Almond are rich in unsaturated fat . It lowers low density lipoprotein ( LDL) or bad cholesterol . A study shows , almond is rich in vitamin  E , that is an antioxidant , that can help stop the oxidation process that causes cholesterol to clog the arteries .  Also maintain the level of high density lipoprotein (HDL) or good cholesterol .

3) Almonds reduce the risk of diabetes : (5)

Almonds are rich in mono unsaturated fatty acids , which balance the amount of glucose in our blood and control its absorption . Hence almonds control the blood sugar level and diabetes .

4) Almonds lower the cancer risk : (6)

Studies show that people taking almonds have lower risk of breast cancer than the others who don't take almonds . Almonds are rich in vitamin E , that lowers the risk of colon cancer . 

5) Almond acts as a immunity booster : (7)

Almonds are full of antioxidant , vitamins and minerals . Taking almond in the morning empty stomach or with breakfast is a balanced food and boost our immunity system .

6) It helps to reduce weight : (8)

People consuming almonds have lower rate of obesity . Almonds boost our metabolism and burn more calories . 
Almonds also lower the women's total cholesterol , triglycerides , fasting blood sugar and diastolic blood pressure too . 

Almonds For Our Skin :

Almonds contain good fat , that is very good for our skin . Almonds have anti-aging property . Almonds are rich in vitamin E , which nourishes and softens the skin when applied daily as almond oil or almond milk . You can mix dust almond with your face pack . 

Almonds For Hair Growth :

Almonds are full of mono fatty acids and vitamin  A , B and D which are essential for hair growth , prevents dandruff . Almond oil nourishes and moisturizes the scalp . It promotes healthy and required blood flow , that promotes hair growth . 

Best Time To Consume Almonds :

In the morning in empty stomach if we take almond before exercise , we get best health benefits . Else you can take with with your breakfast . Soaked almond in water overnight is best , because soaked almond is tan free . 

How Many Almonds Should We Take Per Day :

In summer We can take 4 to 5 almonds per day and in winter we can take 9 to 10 almonds .

Risk :

People having nut allergy should avoid it . Many of us , who take medicine for high blood pressure , obesity , diabetes should avoid almond .

Can Pregnant Women consume Almonds ?

Consuming almonds during pregnancy is safe . As almond is rich in vitamins , carbohydrate , minerals , it is very healthy food and very good to eat during pregnancy . Still , it is advisable to consult with doctor , since it may allergic reaction . 

Why You Should Eat Oatmeal Everyday ?

Today We Will Discuss Oats Benefits And If You Are Not Taking Oats At Breakfast Then Start Today 

Oats is the most healthy and nutritious food in this world . It is rich in nutrients and vitamins . Its scientifically proved that oats reduces heart disease and has many others health benefits . Oats helps to reduce weight and very good for our skin also . 

Health Benefits Of Oats :

Oats For Health Benefits 

It helps to reduce blood pressure :- 

Oats is rich in antioxidant and contained with avenanthramides , a type of antioxidant .  Avenanthramides may help lower blood pressure level by increasing production of nitric oxide which dilate blood vessels and leads better and smooth blood flow . 

Control blood sugar :-

Oats is full of fibers which is essential to improve insulin response and hence reduce blood sugar .

Lower the risk of heart disease :- 

Oats contains soluble fiber . So eating oatmeal will control blood sugar level , lower bad cholesterol and prevent heart disease . 

Control the risk of asthma :-

Study shows that parents who feed oatmeal their children , those children have lower risk of asthma in later life .

Oats helps to get relief or prevent constipation :-

It is contained with soluble fiber which improves our digestion power and prevent constipation . 

Reduces the risk of cancer :-

A study from Harvard University has found that whole grain oats seems to lower the chance of dying from cancer . It reduces mainly hormone related cancer like breast , prostate or ovarian cancer . 

Provides body stamina :-

Oats is full of vitamins and minerals . Oatmeal is low in calories . Nutrient rich food oats contains with Magnesium , Iron , Copper , Manganese , Phosphorus , Selenium , Zinc etc . Rich in great carbohydrate and protein source , provides high energies and enhance immune system .

Best way to eat oatmeal :-

Having oatmeal at breakfast has the most benefits for our health . Oats with yogurt , fruits like apple , banana and mix dates with it and almonds gives you best result for health . You may add wall nut with it to get more benefits .

Oats for weight loss :-

Oatmeal is very low calorie diet and full of nutrients . It will help you to feel full for longer time . 

Oats for skin :-

Zinc , one ingredient of oats reduce inflammaion and kill the acne . 

## Boil half bowl oats with water , let it be cool . Then make a paste and apply on face and wait for 10 minutes . Then wash it .

It is very helpful for dry skin . It is natural moisturizer and remove dead cells . 

## Add some oats to your bath water and mix little amount of baking soda . It also reduces itching problem . 

Oats for hair :-

Oats strengthen hair and helps to grow quickly . And moisturizes and soften hair .

## Make a paste of oats with 1/2 cup milk ,  coconut oil and honey . Apply on scalp and wait for 40 minutes . Then wash with mild shampoo .

Get more information about turmeric .

Know more about lemon water .

Don't Take Turmeric Powder Without Knowing These :

 What is Turmeric :

     Turmeric , a rhizome of Curcuba Longa , a herb known for its medical properties like anti-inflammatory , antioxidant ,  antimicrobial , hepatoprotective , immunostimulant , anticeptic and anti-mutagenic . Due to these medical properties , turmeric has a great role for treatment numerous human disease from thousand years ago .

     Curcumin , the main active ingredient of turmeric is poorly absorbed in our body . When it is combined with black pepper powder , it's bioavailability increases by 2000% . Paperine , the major active component of black pepper , is bioavailability enhancer . So take turmeric powder always with black pepper in a little amount .

Turmeric 

Medical Benefits Of Turmeric :

     # As an Anti-inflammatory Compound : 

     Sometimes inflammation is good for our body . Because it helps to fight against antigen . But chronic inflammation reduces our immunity system and lessen our body power . 

     Curcumin , the main active component of turmeric has an anti-inflammatory property . It prevents our body from chronic disease like sneezing , runny nose , itching etc .

     # Turmeric has an Antioxidant Property :

     Antioxidants prevent oxidative damages causes by free radicals . The most important oxygen containing free radicals are highly reactive species , capable in nucleus and in the membranes of cells . Free radicals can damage important micro molecules , such as lipids , nucleic acid , proteins , carbohydrates , DNA etc . 

     The main ingredient of turmeric is curcumin , a most powerful antioxidant , that increases our antioxidant enzymes and also neutralize free radicals owing its chemical structure . 

     # It helps to get relief from Depression or Neurological Disorder : 

     Curcumin has an active role in the treatment of various central nervous system disorders . It protects from Alzheimer's disease . 

     It boosts Brain-derived Neurotrophic factors , results improve aptitude ability and lessen the probability of brain disease and reliefs from depression . It increases the growth of new neurons and strengthen our nervous system , boosts the brain neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine .

     # Turmeric for Rheumatoid Arthritis or Osteoarthritis : 

     An experiment on 45 people on RA , dividing three groups , curcumin supplement was given to one group and other two groups were given non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug or a combination of both . Result shows , the curcumin receivers improved more . 

     Arthritis is an inflammation in joint in RA , its chronic , and also present in OA . Research shows turmeric targets specific inflammatory cells and block certain enzymes that lead to inflammation . 

     # Turmeric to slow Cancer Growth :

     Studies show curcumin lowers the risk of cancer . Though the research is ongoing . Curcumin helps to slow the disease progression . 

     # It helps to lower risk of Heart Disease : 

     Curcumin prevents clogging inside arteries . Its anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory property acts like a antiplatelet that can slow blood clotting though in slow process . 

How to take Turmeric to get health benefits :

     Best way to take turmeric is making turmeric tea . 

     ## Turmeric Tea : 

      Boil two cup of water with turmeric powder , filter it , add a very little amount black pepper powder , a whole lemon juice and one teaspoon honey . Don't mix honey with hot water , it should be warm water .Otherwise the activities of honey would be reduced .

     ## Best time to drink turmeric tea :

     Best time to take turmeric tea is the morning time , in empty stomach .

     You can drink milk with turmeric powder at night before going bed . 

   

Turmeric for Glowing Skin :

     Its anti-bacterial and anti-fungal property helps our skin to be healthy , smooth and glowing . It's anti aging property reduces skin's age .

     Those , having acne and itching problem , get rids out of it using turmeric mask . 

## How to make turmeric mask :

Ingredients : Turmeric powder

                     Yogurt

                     Honey

                     Multani Mitti

                     Rose water

     Process :  Make a paste using turmeric powder 1 tsp , 1 tsp yogurt , half spoon honey , one tsp multani mitti and rose water as required . Apply on face for 10 minutes and wash off it with water .

     Apply on face 3 times in a week and get magical result . 

Turmeric For Lips :

     Mix one teaspoon turmeric powder with one teaspoon milk , make a paste and apply on lips , wait for 5 minutes . Then scrub it and wash off . You will get a smooth and pink lips .

      

     

 

15 Most Wonderful Benefits Of Cinnamon

What Is Cinnamon :-

     Cinnamon is an ancient spice  that comes from the bark of Cinnamomum genus of evergreen trees . 

     Cinnamon is the highest ranked spice in the amount of concentrated anti-oxidant . On research with 26 herbs or spices , most benefits are of cinnamon . It ranks 7th in the total food in the world according to antioxidant . It has 41 protective compounds and gives us a lot of benefits . 

Cinnamon

Medicinal Benefits Of Cinnamon:-

     Cinnamon is constituent with vitamin A, B, C, E, K and minerals - Magnesium , Calcium , Iron , Potassium , Zinc and Copper . 

     It cures TB , Bronchitis , Asthma , Allergies , prevent cold , protects brain , prevents and cure many forms of cancer . 

     It cures 3 main problems :- 

                                                A) Gynaecological issues 

                                                B) Respiratory illness

                                                C) Digestive problem 

1) It Lowers Bad Cholesterol :- 

     People with type 2 diadetes , taking 1gm or 1/2 tsp of cinnamon per day has shown beneficial effects on blood makers . It reduces 'bad' LDL cholesterol and triglycerids and increase 'good' HDL cholesterol .(1)

2) Control Sugar Level :-

     Cinnamon decrease the amount of glucose that enters into blood stream after meal and helps to lower the sugar level . (2)

3) Reduce Inflammation :-

     Cinnamaldehyde is the incredible compound that gives cinnamon its odour and flavour . It can ease swelling and prevents blood platelets from clumping together . Its anti-inflammatory qualities block certain substances associated with abnormal cell growth . (3)

4) Reduce effects of PCOS :-

     Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is a hormonal disorder that causes ovaries to enlarge with small cysts on the outer edges . Cinnamon tea or cinnamon infused water with honey mat help reducing the effects of PCOS . (4)

5) Lower The Menstrual Pain :-

     It is shown that woman taking cinnamon tea feels lower pain or anxiety during menstrual period than others . (5)

6) Fights Against Infection Or Fungi :-

     Cinnamaldehyde , one of the main active compound of cinnamon helps to fight various kind of infection . It treats respiratory tract infections caused by fungi . (6)

7) Helps Digestive problems :-

     It helps to absorb of nutrients from food and prevents bad effects of fat food . Cinnamon eliminates bad bacteria in digestive tract . (7)

How To Take Cinnamon For Medicinal Benefits :- 

     Soak cinnamon in a cup of water overnight and in the morning you have to drink it in empty stomach . After 30 minutes you can take your breakfast .

     You can make cinnamon tea . Infuse cinnamon powder 1/4th tsp with worm water and mix honey . You can take it before meal . 

Cinnamon To Reduce Weight :- 

     It activates the hormones that suppress hunger . Reduces bad effects of eating high fat food . It increase metabolism rate . Taking cinnamon tea per day may reduce 3 to 4 kg per month . It works fast if you take it with chia seed . (8)

How To Cinnamon For Weight Loss :-

     Boil water and add cinnamon after boiling . Don't boil cinnamon , it may reduces the qualities of it . Collect the water , let it to be slight cool and mix honey . 

     Best time to take it is in the morning in empty stomach and at night before sleeping . 

     You can also infuse cinnamon dust with worm water and mix honey to make cinnamon tea . 

Cinnamon For Improve Our Skin Quality :-

     Its antioxidant , antibacterial and anti fungal property makes it useful against acne and skin blemishes . 

     Cinnamon improves blood flow to the surface of the skin , results a moist skin . (9)

 How To Apply On Face :-

     Mix 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder with 1 tsp honey , mix lemon juice and make a paste . 1st apply on very small portion of your skin to test if it suits or not . It may red your face or pimples it . 

If suits , apply on face . Leave 10 minutes and wash it .

Do it once in a week . 

Benefits Of Cinnamon For Hair :-

     Cinnamon helps to grow hair strongly . It can boost blood circulation in the scalp . So more oxygen and nutrients can reach to hair follicles , nourish and rejuvenate them , it leads to better and healthier hair growth . (10)

How To Apply On Hair :-

     Take cinnamon dust , honey and coconut oil or olive oil , mix them well . Apply on scalp and hair , leave it for 30 minutes . Then wash with mild shampoo . You can do it once twice in a week . 

Risk Or Side Effects :-

     1) If someone take medicine for diabetes or heart disease , he should consult with doctor . 

     2) Someone with liver problem should avoid it . 

     3) Sugar patient or after surgery , patient should not take it .

     4) Pregnant woman or breastfeeding mother should not take it .

     5) A normal person intake it maximum 4 grams in a day . More can effect on liver . 

     There are 2 types or cinnamon , regular cinnamon or cassia and true cinnamon or ceylon . Ceylon is costly and not available everywhere . Cassia is available in super market . A compound 'Coumarin' is more in cassia , which is harmful for liver and less in ceylon . So cassia should be taken in lower dose , 1/2 to 1 tsp in a day . 

       

     

Increase Immune System With Lemon Water

How Lemon Water Helps To Burn Fat And Boost Our Body

Benefits of Drinking Lemon Water: 

          
        1) It promotes hydration of our body. 
      2) Lemon is good source of vitamin c and flavonoids , which 
          are antioxidants . Antioxidants help remove free radicals 
          that can damage cells from the body.
      3) It supports weight loss.
      4) It helps prevent kidney stone also .
      5) It improves our skin quality .
      6) It helps to detox our body.
      7) It lower blood pressure .

Lemon Water

How to Take It:

         Just mix the lemon juice of a whole one with one glass of 
         warm water .

When to Take It:

         Our body is extremely dehydrated by the time we wake up .             While we sleep, we lose a lot of water through breathing . 
         So the best time of day to drink lemon water is morning 
         when you wake up . It helps to replenish what we lost over               night. 

Nutrition:

         One squeezed lemon weighing 48 grams contains:-

      * Energy: 10.6 cal
         * Potassium: 49.4 mg
         * Vitamin C: 18.6 mg
         * Folate: 9.6 mcg
         * Vitamin B-1: 0.01 mg
         * Vitamin B-2: 0.01 mg
         * Vitamin B-5: 0.06 mg

         Current dietary guidelines recommend an intake of 75 mg of vitamin C per day for a woman aged 19 years and older and 90 mg per day for man.
         Smokers need 35 mg per day more than nonsmokers.

         I take it daily in empty stomach . It helps a lot to reduce extra fat . You may infuse honey or ginger in it .

Why We Should Increase Our Immune System ?

 Increase Your Body Fitness And Reduce Extra Fat

Hi , I am Sandy .  This is my 1^st blog . Actually last two years I go through some simple diet and little exercise and do now for loosing extra fat and to be fit and healthy.

We all are too busy to take care of our body . Its not too difficult , but we simple avoid it giving some excuses . A little change in daily life can give us a healthy life.

There is an another purpose to start my blog. We all are worried about Covid-19 , which has spread badly all over world . Whole world is fighting against this . We use proper mask, hand sanitizer when we are out of home . Still is it secured enough ? Many doctors , nurses, police and health workers are also affected . Lockdown is not properly maintained and its may be not possible in highly populated India . So the one and only way to fight against Corona virus is to improve our immune system . So that if we are affected , our body can resist it . I follow some proper diet and exercise , I want to share with you my diet plan and daily routine so that you can improve your body fitness , immunity power and also reduce extra fat .

Here I attached my photo when I was 78 and when I became 62 changing some diet and exercise without going gym or taking any food product of weight loss . In my next blog I'll share my diet with you .