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Goji Berries

Grown in the temperate and sub-tropical regions of China, Mongolia and in the Himalayas, in Tibet, this small bright red colored berry is a superfood packed with nutrients and essential vitamins. The herbalists in China , Tibet and India have been using Goji berries for over 6000 years to correct bad eye sight and protect the liver.It is also used …

July 11, 20170 comments
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Ramadan Kareem

The holy month of Ramadan has just started. According to Islamic belief, it commemorates the first revelation of the holy Koran to Prophet Muhammad. Muslims fast during this month…from sunrise to sunset… so as to equalize everyone before themselves and before God. The Iftar meal is a celebration every evening…with family, friends a …

May 28, 20170 comments
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Triphala

Triphala is a traditional Ayurvedic herbal formulation consisting of three fruits native to the Indian subcontinent: Amalaki, Bibhitaki and Haritaki. Benefits of Triphala:- – Assists natural internal cleansing – Gently maintains bowel regularity – Nourishes and rejuvenates the tissues – Supports healthy digestion and absorption &# …

May 21, 20170 comments
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World Hypertension Day

Why does the doctor check your BP each time you visit him? Why is low BP or high BP such a big ndeal? BP is a measure of the force of blood pushing against blood vessel walls. The heart pumps blood into the arteries, which carry blood throughout the body. High BP or hypertension is dangerous…a ‘silent killer’.. because it makes the …

May 17, 20170 comments
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Dried plums (Prunes)

Prunes…what immediately comes to mind is images of old people eating them at bedtime to prevent constipation!!! So the name was changed to dried plum to encourage people of all ages to incorporate them in their daily diet and derive their antioxidant benefits. Research now shows that these dried plums have phytoestrogens that strengthen bones and h …

May 8, 20170 comments
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Mangoes… The New POWERFOOD

This “King of Fruits” is one of the most popular and nutritionally rich fruits in the world with unique taste, flavor, texture and health-promoting properties. There are over 1000 different varieties of mangoes. Properties: They are an amazing source of vitamins A, C, E, and B-complex as well as health promoting flavonoids such as beta-carotene and a …

March 29, 20170 comments
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Holi

Holi ushers in Spring with all its glorious colours and rejuvenating splendour. Water balloons, bright colours (hopefully made from haldi, kumkum, neem and bilva  😊 ), yummy gujias, piping hot puran polis, refreshing thandai, delicious phirni, scrumptious dahi vadas and melodious songs are all the ingredients of a perfect Holi wish tha …

March 12, 20170 comments
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Family Day

If you’re like most parents, you spend a great deal of time worrying about your children’s health and general well-being. …and like most Indian parents you also worry about their future – education, jobs, careers, marriage, their children …the list is endless  You prepare nutritious meals, remind them about frequent hand washing, pa …

February 19, 20170 comments
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Valentine’s day

This Valentine’s day start following the 30 minute rule…no matter how busy you are, how many chores you have yet to complete…find 30 minutes each day just for yourself. Read a book or a magazine or a poem or the Good Health Always with Charmaine FB page 😉 , take a walk or swim or run, listen to your favourite song, watch y …

February 13, 20170 comments
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Quinoa Seeds

This miracle grain of the Andes, in its wholegrain form, may be effective in preventing and treating artherosclerosis, breast cancer , diabetes and insulin resistance. It is close to one of the most complete foods in nature because it contains amino acids, enzymes, vitamins and minerals, fibre, antioxidants like quercetin and phytonutrients. The qu …

February 10, 20170 comments
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World Cancer Day

“We can. I can” ….do something to raise awareness Taking place under the tagline ‘We can. I can.’, World Cancer Day 2016-2018 will explore how everyone – as a collective or as individuals – can do their part to reduce the global burden of cancer. Just as cancer affects everyone in different ways, all people have the power to take various actions to r …

February 4, 20170 comments
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Guava leaves

If you have read our blog on guavas and liked it, you will be intrigued to learn that the leaves of this fruit also have health benefits. If you have a guava tree in your building compound or garden…lucky you !!! The leaves contain polyphenols, tannins, carotenoids and flavonoids like quercetin which help treat various ailments. Since the leaves are …

January 2, 20170 comments
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