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Karela is also known as bitter melon, bitter cucumber and bitter gourd. It is bitter in taste so people dislike it. But when it is cooked correctly it can be a delicious and also very nutritious. For easy and quick recipes of stuffed Karela, refer the following article.

Karela is one vegetable not everyone enjoys to eat yet it is widely used in Indian cooking. Karela has lot of medicinal properties too. Karela is used as a medicine for diabetics from olden days. It is rich in potassium and other essential vitamins. So it is worth working it into your diet. Karela comes in a diversity of shapes and sizes. It helps to purify blood tissue, enhances digestion and stimulates the liver. Young bitter gourds which do not have hard seeds are the best for cooking. By putting the cut pieces in boiled water with salt for 5 minutes, the bitterness of Karela can be abridged to some extent.

Recipes of Stuffed Karela:

Stuffed Masala Karela Recipe:

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Toddlers are notoriously picky eaters and easily grab the attractive food. A baby needs all kinds of nutrients in his growing days. For the first 6 months the baby gets its necessary dose of iron from their mother’s breast milk. The struggle gets stronger for moms as the child grows because they have to feed their babies with terms applied by their kids. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, iron deficiency is seen often between six months and three years of age. A deficiency can lead behavioral problems and delay in development. To guard against iron deficiency parents should take care that there is always iron rich foods frequently available at each meal of their kid.

For strong and healthy body, iron is necessary by the body. The demand of iron increases during time of growth and development. Iron is very important for production of red blood cells, which carries oxygen around the body. They also help in release of energy and development of nerves as well as neurotransmitters in the brain. The deficiency of iron will result in anemia, which causes tiredness and listlessness. Toddlers need an average of 6.9mg of iron per day. To start talking and walking iron is very important for the baby. There are two types of iron heme iron, the most easily absorbed iron and non-heme iron; it is not easy for the intestines to absorb. Eating both sources of iron is good for health. Heme iron helps to improve the absorption of non-heme iron. Read the rest of this entry »

Sarsaparilla is a perennial woody vine and it is native to South America, Latin America, Mexico, and the islands of the Caribbean. It grows well in many other tropical and temperate zones of the world. Sarsaparilla plant reaches fifty feet in length and has wood like stems and long thorns. It is a medicinal herb which has a variety of benefits. Sarsaparilla roots are mainly used to get relief from various ailments. Due to its rich nutrient content, it has many benefits. In this article there are health benefits of sarsaparilla herb.

Sarsaparilla name is derived from two Spanish words, ‘sarza’ which means thorny shrubs and ‘parilla’ means vines. It belongs to Liliaceae family and the botanical name is Smilax ornate. The different names of Sarsaparilla are Gray Sarsaparilla, Mexican Sarsaparilla, Vera Cruz Sarsaparilla, Equadorian Sarsaparilla, Shot Bush, Red-bearded Sarsaparilla, Brown Sarsaparilla, Smilax, Jamaican Sarsaparilla, Honduran Sarsaparilla and Rabbit Root. It has black, blue or red berry-like fruits and small flowers. Its root is long, tuberous and has a spicy-sweet and pleasant taste when processed but before processing, the roots are bitter, sticky and have a strong odor. Sarsaparilla is also used in soft drink making. Sarsaparilla root can be purchased from the local herb seller. Anti inflammatory properties are found in its roots due to saponin substance in it. Sarsaparilla is laden with vitamins, including A, B-complex, C and D, it also contains two amino acids methionine and cysteine. Read the rest of this entry »

People have a variety of options to select while they are looking for a spread for cooking or to enjoy on freshly baked rolls. Also, these options are expanding rapidly from dairy based margarines to vegan margarines to real butter. Regarding the health concern, you may be confused whether to select butter or margarine to place on morning toast. Some research come out proving that butter is a healthier choice while some other researches prove that margarine is healthier. It is necessary to see the fat content of both butter and margarine to determine which one is better for heart health.

Butter:

Butter is an animal product and also high in both dietary cholesterol and artery-clogging saturated fat. Thus, it raises the risk of heart disease and stroke. However, many people prefer the taste of butter over margarine. Regarding butter, some concerns are also there that butter contains traces of hormones and antibiotics.  Butter is a good source of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K which is the plus side of butter. Read the rest of this entry »

Warm water with lemon in the morning is the perfect start of the day. By drinking it people feel energized. While sleeping body is on a fast and after wake up it is in a mild state of dehydration. Lemon water can re-hydrate the unlike coffee which is loaded with the diuretic caffeine within minutes of drinking warm lemon water. In the following article there are benefits of warm lemon juice.

Lemon juice is extensively known for its medicinal properties. It contains large amounts of nutrients such as Vitamin C, magnesium, potassium and calcium. Warm lemon water acts as a tonic to the liver and stimulates the bowel to eliminate accumulated waste if it is taken before anything in the morning. It helps to lower blood sugar and can lower the glycemic impact of any meal. Lemon juice with hot water reduces its sour flavor and cancels out some if its acidic qualities. The problems like heartburn, indigestion or bloating are solved by taking warm lemon water. It is a natural antihistamine and will reduce congestion. By drinking warm lemon juice the can be shifted in to a better state of health and prevent many future illness. Read the rest of this entry »

Walnuts add extra nutrition, taste and crunch to the meal. Due to the high content of omega-3 fatty acids they are considered as an important food source. As compared to other nuts, walnuts are having higher amounts of omega 3 fatty acids. These fatty acids cannot be produced by our body and this fact makes the walnut a requisite source of omega-3 fatty acids. In this article there are nutrition facts of walnut.

An ornamental plant species walnut belongs to the Juglandaceae family. The nickname of walnut is ‘the brain nut’ because of the kernel’s appearance is like a brain. Walnuts are harvested in December but they are obtainable year round. In any grocery store walnuts can be found whole or shelled. Packed with omega-3 and full of vitamins and minerals, the little walnut is a big help to our systems. Walnuts are also the best source of protein. By improving blood vessel flexibility and plaque accumulation, walnuts in a healthy diet decrease the danger of heart disease. It also lowers LDL cholesterol and the C-Reactive Protein (CRP). Read the rest of this entry »

For eras, yarrow tea benefits have been famous in the history of herbal medicine. It is also called the healing herb. By drinking yarrow tea there are plenty of benefits and it is rich in vitamins and minerals. Yarrow tea is a tonic which helps to flush away toxins. In this article benefits of yarrow herbal tea are given. Yarrow is botanically known as Achillea millefolium and other different names are Soldier’s Woundwort, Bloodwort, Old Man’s Pepper, Milfoil, Staunchweed, Carpenter’s Weed, Thousand Leaf Clover Achillia, Dog Daisy and Nosebleed. The long-stemmed yarrow plant is found in the regions of the Northern Hemisphere.

It has clusters of white or lavender flowers and highly segmented leaves. In ancient times, by chewing on the fresh leaves, toothache was relieved. The leaves are also used to stop bleeding. The oil of yarrow also cures many diseases. It was said in Greek mythology that the warrior Achilles painted himself with a tincture of yarrow during the siege of Troy to make himself invulnerable to arrows, everywhere on his body except his heel. Yarrow was also used by him to heal the wounds of his soldiers. Read the rest of this entry »

In human digestive system the liver is very important part. There are many functions of liver such as waste removal, food metabolism, immune system support, energy storage and production of chemicals. Without the functions of liver, human being cannot survive. In the following article there are functions of the liver in digestion.

In the vertebrate body, liver is the biggest gland which is situated in the upper abdomen, to the right of the stomach and immediately beneath the diaphragm. It is divided into four lobes and is reddish-brown in color. The liver performs many important functions and it is the second-largest organ in the body. The weight of liver is 1.6 kilograms (three and half pounds) and it measures about 8 inches horizontally and 6.5 inches vertically and is 4.5 inches thick. Few toxins diet helps the liver in well functioning. Read the rest of this entry »

Sometimes, it is very difficult to diagnose and treat some medical conditions. An eating disorder, bulimia is a critically dangerous sickness that is flattering increasingly popular among young women. As a way to be thin and beautiful, many young girls refer to extreme diets with the added pressures of society and even family members. These diets have severe effects on their mental and bodily health. This disorder involves a cycle of binging and purging and the side effects of this behavior can be devastating. It frequently develops slightly later in life, from mid to late teens or the early twenties. Studies have shown that 0.5 per cent to 2 per cent of young women in the UK have bulimia. Bulimics have an irresistible passion with food, weight and body image.

Bulimia is a psychological condition in which the individual may frequently eat a lot and then vomit it. The bulimic person may often exercise hard to oppose the effect of gaining weight because of heavy eating. Bulimics may suffer from periods of overeating, followed by efforts to rid the body of the excess calories by self-induced vomiting, misuse of laxative or enemas, compulsive exercise or calorie restriction. It is important to know side effects of bulimia so that the gravity of this problem can be realized. Side effects of anorexia and bulimia are related. Read the rest of this entry »

The Lemon Juice Detox is also known as Lemonade diet, Master Cleanse, Maple Syrup Diet or the Lemon Detox Diet. The Lemon Juice Diet is a quick, inexpensive and simple way to good health. It is natural, safe and engrosses no chemical processes. It detoxifies the total body system, as well as burning of fat. In this article people can know about Lemon juice detox diet plan.

Pure lemon juice, natural maple syrup and cayenne pepper are the ingredients of a lemon juice detox diet. Lemon juice’s natural power is maximize by the Lemon Juice Diet, to create a feeling of fullness, lower blood sugar, provide vitamin C and stimulate the liver for maximum fat-burning. Lemon juice can increase immunity and brain function, fight cholesterol, and fire up the metabolism. This diet plan cleanses the whole body, especially the colon, and assists in losing weight faster. This diet not only helps in weight reduction, but also increases the energy level and gives a glow and softness to the skin. Read the rest of this entry »