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Food And Its Importance In Life

Tue, 11 Nov 2014 15:31:08 +0100

Food is a combination of substances that is taken into the body nourishment and healthy living. However different types of food different people at different type is taken but the purpose is same to acquire energy for survival.

The food which is eaten by most of human beings is called staple food. Chapattis, rice, dosa, bread, pulses, spinach etc are staple food. People living in different food. Even seasonal variations are also seen.

Food is the fuel of body that plays vital role in the survival of living beings. Some of its function and importance are mentioned below: -

*Energy for activities - Food gives us energy that helps to perform various activities compulsory for survival.
*Nourishment and growth - Ingredients of food provide vital nutrients responsible for growth and nourishment of human body.
*Repair and maintenance - Protein the nutrient present in food like fish, eggs etc plays vital role in the repair and maintenance of cells and tissues in order to make body system work properly.
*Protection from diseases - Food provides nutrients that protects human body from diseases.

Cheese The Richest Source Of Protein And Calcium

Tue, 11 Nov 2014 15:29:53 +0100

Although cheese is generally high in saturated fat that increases several unwanted disorders including cardiovascular disease but if such cheese which is lower in fat and sodium is consumed then it benefits in various ways: -

Cheese has excellent concentration of compulsory nutrients like protein and calcium. It also has zinc, vitamin a, vitamin b, phosphorus and riboflavin. These components helps to maintain human health.

Cheese is beneficial for human beings in followings ways: -

*Prevention of cavity - As cheese is the richest source of calcium so it helps to promote strong teeth to prevent cavity.
*Bone health - Calcium and vitamin b both are ingredients of cheese. Vitamin B enhances absorption of calcium in the body to strengthen bones as well as cartilages.
*Hair care - Biotin and zinc are present as components in cheese. Both play vital roles for strong and healthy hair.

Disclaimer - The content is written for enhancement of knowledge, so it does not claim any cure.

Groundnuts Essential For Optimal Health

Tue, 11 Nov 2014 11:39:21 +0100

Groundnuts generally known as peanuts or monkey nuts are rich source of vital nutrients which are essential for optimal human health. It belongs to the family of Fabaceae and its botanical name is Arachis Hypogaea.

Groundnuts are actually legumes fortunately have qualities like almonds, So it is considered nuts. Due to presence of carbohydrates, protein, dietary fiber , folates, neacin, pyridoxine, Vitamin A, sodium, Calcium and iron groundnuts are so nutritious snacks with lots of health benefits.

*Cardio-vascular health - The component oleic acid which is a mono-unsaturated fatty acid, help to lower low density lipoprotein (LDL) and to increase High density lipoprotein (HDL). It promotes healthy blood lipid and cares human heart reducing the risk of stroke.
*Growth and brain development - As groundnuts are excellent source of protein and amino acids, so they help to promote growth. Riboflavin, niacin etc helps brain to function properly. Zinc protects brain.
*Checks ulcer and cancer - Resveratrol is an ingredient of peanuts which is a polyphenolie anti-oxidants that fights free radicals in the stomach to check ulcer and reduces the risk of cancer.
*Immune booster - Groundnuts are good source of dietary fiber so it regulates digestions boosting the immune system.
*Strengthening bones - Due to presence of calcium groundnuts strengthen bones.

Disclaimer - Content is written to enhance the knowledge base of readers, so it does not suggest any cure.

Egg The Most Nutritious Food And Health Benefits

Tue, 11 Nov 2014 11:42:22 +0100

Eggs are the most nutritious food that contains Vitamin A, folate, Vitamin B2, B5, B12, Vitamin D, E, K, selenium and phosphorus. It is also rich in sulpher. High-quality protein and nine amino acids are also present in an egg to make it super food in the modern era.

Undoubtedly eggs are high in cholesterol but do not have adverse affect on the health. It is because it raises LDL mildly but increase HDL-High density lipoprotein which is known as good cholesterol.

Eggs are also enriched with omega-3. Obviously they have several health benefits. Some of them are listed below: -

*Eye care and vision enhancement - Eggs are rich in Vitamin A and high quality protein. Vitamin A helps to enhance the eye vision. Cartinoid checks macular degeneration.
*Strengthening of bones - Vitamin D is one of the constituents of egg that promotes the absorption of calcium to strengthen bone and teeth. Fortunately eggs are the only natural source of Vitamin D as food.
*Reduction of cancer risk - Choline is present in the yolk of the eggs that helps to risk of cancer.
*Growth and repair - Due to presence of protein and amino-acids eggs help to promote the growth of children and repairs cell or tissues.

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Fish The Food Of Brain And Healthy Heart

Tue, 11 Nov 2014 11:44:32 +0100

Fish, the excellent source of omega 3 fatty acids, protein and low in fat, is considered the super food that boosts brain and help to keep human heart healthy. It is also packed with various nutrients which are compulsory to maintain over all health.

Fishes are also rich in Vitamin D, B2-riboflavin, calcium and phosphorus etc. The presence of such components help to humans in following ways:

(a.) Maintains cardiovascular health - Fishes are richest source of EPA and DHA, the fatty acids generally known as omega 3 helps to lower blood pressure and keeps heart healthy. Salsom, sardines, oysters and tuna are the best popular fish.
(b.) Brain booster - Omega 3 fatty acids play vital role to keep brain cells and tissues healthy in order to boost the brain.
(c.) Prevents cancer - As omega -3 fatty acid is the component of fish that plays significant role in he prevention of cancer. So regular consumption of fish help to reduces the risk of breast, oral, ovary and colon cancers etc.
(d.) Checks respiratory disorders - It has been said by researchers that children who eat fish regularly do not suffer from respiratory disorders like asthma.
(e.)Prevents joint pain - Regular consumption of fish reduces the risk of joint pains such as Rheumatoid Arthritis. Undoubtedly fish is very nutritious food that helps to enhance brain, vision and heart functions.

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Potato The Richest Source Of Starch And Its Health Benefits

Tue, 11 Nov 2014 11:46:27 +0100

Potato, the root vegetable rich in starch and fiber is the cheapest and most used stable food. Its constituents Vitamin B6, potassium, copper, Vitamin C, manganese and Vitamin B3 helps to maintain good health.

Fortunately potatoes are available throughout the year around world. This unique tuber has variety of phytonutrients with anti-oxidant properties. It is generally known as Aaloo, Batata in India. Its botanical name is Solanum Tuberosum.

Potato has lots of surprising health benefits some of them are mentioned below: -

(a.) Cellular-level enhancement - Potatoes have high concentration of B6. Vitamin B6 plays significant role in proteins chemical reactions to form new cells in the human body. It too, enhances brain cells and nervous cells activities.
(b.) Anti-cancer agent - The component quercetin present in potato has anti-cancer properties. It helps to check cancer. The presence of dietary fiber protects from colon cancer.
(c.) Cardiovascular care - Potato is an excellent source of soluble as well as insoluble fiber. It helps to decrease LDL. The presence of Kukoamines lowers blood pressure and flavonoids protect heart.
(d.) Weight gain - As potato is full of carbohydrate, vitamin c and vitamin b-complex. It helps to gain weight.
(e.) Skin beautification - The constituents like Vitamin C, B-complex, potassium and magnesium etc plays vital role in skin care.

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Bottle Gourd The Toxin And Stone Remover

Tue, 11 Nov 2014 11:48:48 +0100

Bottle gourd, the favorite vegetable of the people in India contains 90% water and has calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamin a, vitamin c and folate as its constituents that help to maintain good health.

It is not merely rich in iron, protein, minerals and vitamins but also rich in fiber. Fiber plays significant role to prevent constipation and check digestive system's associated disorder.

Bottle gourds are generally known as Lauki or Ghia in India. It is low in fat and free from cholesterol. So it helps to manage weight loss. Some amazing health benefits of bottle gourd are mentioned below: -

(a.) Enhancement of digestive system - Bottle gourd is rich source of fiber that helps to function the digestive system properly. It flushes out toxins and checks constipation.
(b.) Prevents urinary disorders - Bottle gourd contains 90% water, so its juice has cooling effect on the body. It is also diuretic; therefore it checks burning sensation during urination.
(c.) Heart care - As bottle gourd is low in cholesterol but rich in Vitamin C and other anti-oxidants. It also reduces the blood pressure and cares heart.
(d.) Remedy for diarrhea - The juice of bottle gourd with ample amount of salt helps to maintain electrolyte balance in the human body. So Ayurveda suggests it’s as a remedy.
(e.) Checks stress - Bottle gourd dehydrates body. It relieves thirst and cools human body. In this way it helps to relieve mentally to checks stress and have sound steep.

Disclaimer - "Never use bitter bottle gourd". The content is for education purpose only, so it does not suggest any cure.