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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 &# …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

“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 …

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 …

Despite medical advancement and years of research by healthcare professionals and pharmaceutical companies, there has been no breakthrough in finding a cure for Diabetes. Thankfully, with knowledge about the disease increasing, better forms of treatment and hopefully a cure are on their way. Parents are often at their wits’ end while trying to …

Movember- the hairiest month for men’s health, is the world’s largest movement for men’s health. It is an annual event involving the growing of moustaches during the month of November to raise awareness of various cancers, such as prostate cancer and testicular cancer….and also of mental health issues like depression. We need to know that more men …