Showing posts with label Anti-oxidant. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Anti-oxidant. Show all posts

Sunday, November 4, 2012

Benefits of Drinking Herbal Tea


Friday, October 19, 2012

Health Benefits of Tulsi



Tulsi is undoubtedly the best medicinal herb ever known. It has endless miraculous and medicinal values and is being worshipped in India since thousands of years.

Tulsi is considered to be an adaptive, balancing different processes in the body, and helpful for adapting to stress. Tulsi protects from nearly all sorts of infections from viruses, bacteria, fungi and

protozoa. Marked by its strong aroma and astringent taste, it is regarded in ayurveda as a kind of elixir of life and believed to promote longevity.

The health benefits of Tulsi are as follows:

Respiratory problems

Holy Basil is very effective in treating cold and its related disorders. It is a boon for respiratory tract disorders. It helps in treating all the disorders that are related to our throat

Heart Diseases

Tulsi contains vitamin C and other anti oxidants, which protect the heart from harmful effects of free radicals.

Stress

Vitamin C and other anti oxidants in Tulsi, apart from repairing damages done by the free radicals, can minimize the stress induced by these oxidants. They soothe nerves, lower blood pressure, reduce inflammation and thus reduce stress.

Headaches

Tulsi is very helpful in relieving headaches and body pain. It has certain properties that helps in releasing spasm in the muscles hence is extremely helpful in relaxing the body.


Anti Ageing

Vitamin-C, A, Phytonutrients and the essential oils in it are excellent anti oxidants and protects the body from nearly all the damages caused by the free radicals. In traditional Indian medicine system called Ayurveda, it is considered as a tonic to retain youth and avoid aging.

Healing Power

The tulsi plant has many medicinal properties. The leaves are a nerve tonic and also sharpen memory. They promote the removal of the catarrhal matter and phlegm from the bronchial tube. The leaves strengthen the stomach and induce copious perspiration. The seed of the plant are mucilaginous

Healing Herbs & Spices


Thursday, October 11, 2012

Pomegranates Power




Health Benefits of Pomegranate/ Pomegranate Juice: The Top Ten

1. Antioxidants – These help to wrangle the hoards of free radicals in your system. Free radicals have an uneven number of electrons and like to balance themselves out by stealing from other molecules and cells in your body. These cells are oftentimes very important ones dealing with your DNA, and when they are destroyed, disease steps in. Pomegranate juice is an excellent source of antioxidants that work to help you stay disease-free.

2. Blood Thinner – Pomegranate juice helps your blood circulation, making it easier for blood to travel to your heart, brain, and the rest of your body.

3. Cancer Fighter – Pomegranate has been known to reduce and prohibit the growth of cancer cells and tumors in your body.

4. Digestion Aide – Pomegranate juice is a natural remedy for diarrhea, dysentery, and great number of other digestive problems.

5. Anemia Relief – With a high content of iron, pomegranate juice is a great home cure for anemia because it promotes higher levels of hemoglobin.

6. Anti-Inflammatory – Pomegranate juice has properties that help treat sufferers of arthritis. It can also help cure a cough or sore throat.

7. Neonatal Care – It has been proven that pomegranate juice ingested by pregnant women can help protect the neonatal brain.

8. Artery Protection – It helps keep plaque from building up in your arteries.

9. Cartilage Protection – It works to prevent the deterioration of cartilage in your body.

10. Cholesterol Reducer – Pomegranate juice is capable of lowering blood pressure by as much as 6% in daily drinkers.

Sunday, September 30, 2012

Health Benefits of Pumpkins

Health Benefits of Pumpkins

The rich orange color of pumpkin is the presence of beta carotene in the vegetable which is necessary for protecting the body against the risk of certain cancers.

This beta carotene has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which are essential for reducing the risk of lung cancer and lowering the chances of joint inflammation and arthritis.


The little green seeds in pumpkins contain the protective compounds called phytosterols which are responsible for shrinking the prostate, thereby preventing the transformation of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT). High levels of DHT are linked with enlargement of prostate glands.

The high amount of carotenoids in pumpkins help in fighting with the free radicals in the body, thereby preventing premature aging, cardiovascular diseases and other infections.

Pumpkins are rich in Lutein and Zeaxanthin which are required for protecting the eyes against free radical damage and preventing the formation of cataracts and degeneration of eye tissues.

Pumpkin seeds, also known as pepitas, are a rich source of protein and phytosterols that help in lowering blood cholesterol levels.

Consuming pumpkin on a regular basis is known for promoting eye health and boosting the immune system, due to the presence of vitamin A in excessive amounts.

Loaded with zinc and potassium, pumpkins are a proven solution for preventing the onset of cardiovascular diseases and hypertension. Besides, they provide bone density support in people suffering from osteoporosis and enhance the reproductive health of both men and women.

Pumpkins are enriched with vitamins A, C and E, and zinc which combines to give you a healthy and glowing skin. Having a cup of pumpkin seeds daily keeps the skin nourished and hydrated, protecting against the appearance of wrinkles.

Pumpkin juice is recommended for ulcers, high acidity and insomnia due to its sedative properties.

Biologists suggest pumpkins to be highly useful for treating hormonal disorders or adolescent behavior, menopause disorder, intestinal parasites and sexual hyper-excitability