Health & Nutrition

Oats, known scientifically as Avena sativa, are a hardy cereal grain able to withstand poor soil conditions in which other crops are unable to thrive. Oats gain part of their distinctive flavor from the roasting process that they undergo after being harvested and cleaned. Although oats are then hulled, this …

The term Thali ka baingan is not unfamiliar for those familiar with Urdu language; the term refers to those who are indecisive and waver from one side to another, while in humour, anything that is devoid of any quality is called bai-gun. But baingan is not bai-gun (devoid of any …

On a sultry day when temperatures are rising and one is soaked in perspiration, what could be better than a glass of cold water to quench one’s thirst? Well, there is something even better — a heavenly glass of chilled watermelon juice. Even if eaten on its own, the fruit …

‘Karela aur woh bhi neem charha’ is usually used in reference to people who have a not very sweet disposition and are a little difficult to deal with. Thus, they get compared to the bitter karela and neem. Bitter these may well be, but they are also very beneficial to …

A number of cosmetics, especially skin care products, claim to contain aloe vera as an ingredient. It may have gained importance lately but it is not a new invention and has been in use for hundreds of years. In fact, it is said that the Egyptian beauty queen, Cleopatra, is …

If you think you need a diet in order to lose some weight, read this article because we will present a beverage that will accelerate your metabolism, thus help you lose weight. The drink Is consisted of ingredients that will accelerate your metabolism and will clean toxins that have been …

Each of you already knows that smoking is a health hazard! However, scientists have recently discovered that many foods can effectively act when it comes to cleaning the lungs from harmful substances found in tobacco. These 4 ingredients are among the ones that have the ability to cleanse the lungs: …

Having strong immune system is the best way to protect against diseases. In order to have a strong immunity is necessary to eat healthy, but a little trick can also serve you. Try this beverage. Ingredients needed: – 700 ml of apple cider vinegar – ¼ of a cup of …

It has been found that dandelion root kills only cancer cells, unlike chemotherapy which kills healthy cells as well. The University of Windsor in Canada has conducted a research in the department of chemistry and biochemistry. This research’s results provide new hope for cancer patients. Dandelion root effectively kills cancer …

Hard-and-fast food rules royally suck. But some foods can seriously mess with your health. “It doesn’t mean you’ll get sick, get cancer, or die if you eat a dangerous food once,” says Nneka Leiba, deputy director of research at the Environmental Working Group (EWG), which catalogs studies on potential toxins …