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The Power of Breathing

02/08/2020

The Power of Breathing Breathing has always been an interest for the spiritual and holistic community with its power to impact human brain and physiology. Breathing is an involuntary movement, running on an auto-pilot mode. Our Nervous system controls the breathing patterns and breathing can alter our nervous system in the same manner. Breathing is so powerful that the way we breathe can have a positive or negative effect on our neurological, physiological and metabolic functions. By changing the breathing pattern (exhalation and inhalation), we can change our mental, physical and biological state to a great extent. Breathing affects our nervous system response and vice versa. Loss of sufficient diaphragmatic movement during respiration can send stress signals to our brain leading to an increase in heart rate, blood pressure...

Unexplained Weight Gain: Are High Levels of Cortisol the Culprit?

12/09/2019

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Weight management is one of the most prominent health concerns around the globe today and for good reason. No matter what a person's standard of beauty is, obesity raises a person's risk for serious health problems from heart disease to diabetes. Anyone who has tried to lose or control their weight knows that the deck feels stacked against you. Sometimes you can follow a healthy diet and exercise regimen and still have unexplained weight gain. Why? The answer could lie in a hormone that worked great for our ancestors but it isn't so great today: cortisol. What is Cortisol? Cortisol is a hormone that's linked to your body's fight or flight response. When early humans were faced with a source of stress, it was usually a physical threat. For example,...

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5 TIPS TO CURE ACID REFLUX (GERD)

28/01/2019

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5 Tips to Cure Acid Reflux Acid reflux or Heart Burn is a condition when Stomach acid move into food pipe (oesophagus) from Stomach. Acid (HCL) is produced in stomach by parietal cells and serve an important function in breaking down the food especially proteins, acts as a defence of line against the pathogens coming through food or water and also aids the absorption of certain nutrients from stomach itself. Most common belief is that Acid reflux happens because of excess acid production in the stomach while its is quite opposite, that it happens because of low stomach acid. Acid reflux can be acute arising because of certain foods or lifestyle and can become chronic when not taken care of causing serious health issues including growth of...

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5 THINGS I LOVE ABOUT YOGA

17/01/2019

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Yoga has its origin in India some 5000 years ago. It's practised to unite the inner consciousness to universal consciousness. Yoga refers to spiritual practice and not just the inclusion of the poses. There has been many surveys and studies stating to improve the quality of life by different means. 5 Things I love about Yoga 1. Reduces Stress In surveys, People reported that continuous practice of Yoga helps to destress. It also increases the capability to deal with acute stress on day to day basis. The yoga includes Postures, Breathing techniques and Meditation. The techniques used in Yoga especially Breathing exercises inhibit the sympathetic nervous system. It stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system which induces more calmness & relaxation. HRV (heart rate variability)is an indicator of mental health and...

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Female Hormonal Health: Part 1

18/12/2018

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How cortisol can impact other hormones in women?...

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The Miracle Mineral: MAGNESIUM

08/12/2018

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Magnesium is well known as miracle mineral because it is one of the most abundant minerals present on planet Earth. It is found in sea, earth, plants and the human body. In the body, 60% of Magnesium is found in bones bound to phosphate and 27% in the muscle tissue. It supports hundreds of chemical reactions in the body. Magnesium absorption is increased in presence of carbohydrates & lactose. Various Roles of Miracle mineral: Magnesium Muscle relaxation Protein synthesis Energy production (ATP) Removal of excess ammonia Fat metabolism Blood vessel relaxation Bone & teeth formation Blood sugar regulation Bowel regulation Detoxification Cardiovascular maintenance Magnesium plays an important role in almost every physiological system and process. That is the reason why magnesium is known as Miracle Mineral. Deficiencies are more likely to occur in elderly population or...

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Proven Health Benefits of Green Tea

29/11/2018

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Everyone is well aware of Health Benefits of Green tea when consumed in form of tea or as supplement. Green tea has its origin in China province since ages. Initially it was only Green tea and used in its natural form.But after that other teas came into picture which were fermented or oxidised to make oolong tea or black tea. There are Multiple Proven Health benefits of Green tea. Neurological Support Metabolic Support Anti-Inflammatory Cardio protective Anti-ageing The main active components of green tea are Alkaloids in the form of caffeine and Catechins in form of EGCG. Caffeine as we know that has stimulators effect on CNS hence improving brain alertness, cognition and performance. One cup of Green tea contains 15-30 mg of caffeine and the content depends upon the...

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CACAO vs COCOA

27/11/2018

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Difference between Cacao vs Cocoa There is difference between Cacao vs Cocoa. Cacao is the natural form of chocolate while Cocoa is the processed form of cacao with high heat to make it more palatable. Both derives from cacao seeds but they differ in their nutritive value because of processing. The product usually found in supermarket is Cocoa. Cocoa has low nutritive value as compared to Cacao. The raw unprocessed Cacao id usually bitter in taste. Health Benefits of Cacao Raw Cacao contains high amount of flavonoids and believed to have 40 times higher ORAC value (antioxidant capacity) than blueberries in neutralising the free radicals and act as Anti inflammatory It is rich source of Magnesium and thus helps you to unwind and relax when taken at bedtime...

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