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To look young, take lecithin

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 17:21:39 +0000

In some cases, the cosmetic effect of lecithin does as much for the mental outlook of persons as it does for their physical well-being. It has been found to eliminate the yellow or yellow-brown plaques on the skin or around the eyes caused by fatty deposits. It is a natural tranquilliser which is beneficial in nervous exhaustion. It can produce great alertness in elderly people.

Some studies have indicated that lecithin increases the gamma globulin in the blood. This helps fight infection. It provides an increased immunity against pneumonia. It has also been found to lower blood pressure in some people. In combination with vitamin E, it has proved
helpful in lowering the requirements of insulin in diabetics. It has also proved valuable in the treatment of certain skin ailments, including acne, eczema and psoriasis

Relax the eyes to relieve glaucoma

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 17:20:22 +0000

The glaucoma patient should undertake various methods of relaxing and strengthening the eyes. He should avoid emotional stress and cultivate a tranquil, restful life style. He should also avoid prolonged straining of the eyes such as occurs during excessive TV or movie watching
and excessive reading. The use of sun glasses should be avoided.

Equally important is the avoidance of stimulants, tea, coffee, and caffeinated soft drinks.

Treat bronchitis with moist heat

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 17:18:56 +0000

In addition to diet, treat bronchitis with a hot poultice.

A simple hot poultice of linseed should be applied over the front and back of the chest. It will greatly relieve pain. Poultices act by diluting the vessels of the surface and thereby reducing the blood pressure. The heat of the poultice acts as a cardiac stimulant. A poultice should be applied neatly and carefully and should be often renewed, so that it does not hamper respiration.

Turpentine may be rubbed over the chest with fomentation for the same object.

Safety measures for preventing back pain

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 17:17:26 +0000

Certain safety measures, especially, for people in sedentary occupation, are necessary to relieve and prevent backache. The most important of these is exercise which improves the supply of nutrients to spinal discs, thereby delaying the process of deterioration that comes with age and eventually affects everybody. Safe exercises include walking, swimming and bicycling.

The latter should be done keeping the back upright. Controlling one’s weight is another important step towards relieving backache as excess weight greatly increases the stress on soft back tissues.

Those with sedentary occupations should take a break to stand up every hour. Soft cushioned seats should be avoided and position should be changed as often as possible. Persons with back problems should sleep on a firm mattress on their sides with knees bent at right angles to the torso. They should take care never to bend from the waist down to lift any object but instead should swat close to the object, bending the knees but keeping the back straight, and then stand up slowly.

Avoid medications for colds

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 17:15:39 +0000

To treat a cold by means of customary suppressive drugs like aspirin and codeine only paves the way for future trouble of a more serious nature. For such a treatment puts a sudden stop to the eliminative process then taking place and forces the toxic matter back into the tissues again.

Moreover, drugs have no effect on the duration of the cold. It has been aptly said that a cold can be cured in a week by taking medicines, otherwise it will subside in seven days.

Everything you need to know about bran

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 02:49:09 +0000

Bran, the outer coverings of grains, is one of the richest sources of dietary fibre.

And it contains several types of fibre including cellulose, hemicellulose and pectin. Wheat and corn bran are highly beneficial in relieving constipation.

Experiments show that oat bran can reduce cholesterol levels substantially. Corn bran is considered more versatile. It relieves constipation and also lowers LDL cholesterol, which is one of the more harmful kinds.

Besides being rich in fibre, bran has a real food value being rich in time, iron and vitamins and containing a considerable amount of protein.

The reasons for eating greens

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 02:48:05 +0000

Eat your greens. Researchers at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences and at St. John’s Medical College in Bangalore recently published a landmark study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Working with clinicians from Harvard University, the researchers found that heart disease in India could be predicted by just two factors: Eating green leafy vegetables just 3 times a week lowered the risk of heart disease by 67 percent. Cooking foods in mustard oil rather than sunflower oil lowered risk of heart disease by 50 percent.

One of the most effective home remedies for preventing heart disease is lemon peel. It is believed to be one of the richest known sources of vitamin P. It strengthens the entire arterial system. Shredded lemon peel may be added to soups and stews, or sprinkled over salads. To
make a medicine, the peel of one or two lemons may be cut up finely, covered with warm water and allowed to stand for about 12 hours. A teaspoonful may be taken every three hours, or immediately before or after a meal.

Parsley is another effective preventative for heart disease. It contains elements which help to maintain the blood vessels, particularly the capillaries and arterial system in a healthy condition. It may be taken as a beverage by simmering it gently in the water for a few minutes
and partaking several times daily. The beet juice has also proved valuable in arteriosclerosis. It is an excellent solvent for inorganic calcium deposit. Juices of carrot and spinach are also beneficial. These juices can be taken individually or in combination. Formula proportions found helpful when used in combination are carrot 300 ml and spinach 200 ml to prepare 500 ml of juice.

Why you need fruit in your diet

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 02:46:25 +0000

Fruit is the universal detoxifier, principally because of its content of potassium. It promotes the secretion of hormones and helps the kidneys in detoxification of blood. Potassium is important as an alkalizing agent in keeping a proper acid-alkaline balance in the blood and tissues. It is
essential for muscle contraction and therefore, important for proper heart function. Potassium prevents female disorders by stimulating the endocrine hormone production. It is involved in the proper functioning of the nervous system and helps overcome fatigue. It also aids in clear thinking by sending oxygen to the brain and assists in reducing blood pressure.

Potassium is widely distributed in foods. All vegetables, especially green, leafy vegetables, grapes, oranges, lemons, raisins, whole grains, lentils, sunflower seeds, nuts, milk, cottage Cheese, and butter milk are rich sources. Potatoes, especial potato peelings, and bananas are
especially good sources.

A healthy Diet To Slow Down The Process

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 03:16:26 +0000

* Introduce high fibre foods , such as cereals , lentils , brown rice , whole meals breads and lot a of fresh fruits and vegetables in your diets .

* Eat smaller portions

* Have Small but frequent meals .

* Drink lot of water . milk and fresh fruit juices .

* Eat a small quantity of almonds, walnuts and peanuts regularly .

Beat Egg Allergy

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 03:52:24 +0000

Slow exposure to baked eggs helps children overcome egg allergy , study shows . One way to help young children overcome egg allergies is to speed up their tolerance bu slowing giving them tiny amounts of egg , a new small study shows . It may seem counter intuitive or downright dangerous to give a child something they are allergic to , so please don’t try to recreate this study at home . It’s good to talk to your doctor or specialist about dealing with any type of allergy , especially in very young children . On to the study , where researchers in Greece looked at 94 children , ranging in ages from 1 to 4 years old . The average age was 2 .

- > 55 of the children studied had been diagnosed with egg allergy .

- > 39 of them have never eaten eggs , but skin test showed they were sensitized to them .