Reasons why we should drink lots of water

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Water is very essential in our life and we cannot survive without it. Water helps to keep our body hydrated.

Here are some reasons why we should drink lots of water:

Helps to reduce weight

Drinking water removes fats products, reduces eating intake and raises your metabolism because it has zero calories.

Boosts immune system

Water boosts your immune system and helps you fight against flu,cancer and other ailments like heart attacks.

Prevents headaches

Water helps in relieving and preventing headaches like migraines & back pains which are commonly caused by dehydration.

Good for skin

Consuming plenty of water will improve your skin and will make you glow. It is the cheapest and most effective for good skin.

Suppresses appetite

Water decreases your appetite as it acts as a filler in your stomach thereby also helping you reducing your weight.
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Health Benefits of Blueberries

When it comes to the placing of berries among popular berries in US it is strawberries which take the first place that is followed by Blueberries, these blue berries are part of Ericaceae family which also include other berries like bilberries and cranberries. Even among the blue berries there are three groups which include highbush blueberries, lowbush blueberries and rabbiteye blueberries.

North America is the place where these blueberries are naturally found in higher quantities and among the three different varieties it is highbush variety that is prominently found in these areas. While the other varieties of blueberries can be found in areas like Mediterranean, Europe and Asia, though these berries are exported to several parts in the world these are mainly cultivated in Michigan, Oregon, Maine, North Carolina and New Jersey.

Though it is North America where this fruit is prominently cultivated this has later on spread across to Europe going ahead to South America along with other nations like Argentina, Uruguay, Australia, Chile and New Zealand. There might be a question about the reason for this fruit to be consumed to such an extent that it has been found that an average adult in US takes about 22 ounces of this fruit per year.

Blue berries are full of anti-oxidants which will keep cancer along with various other diseases at distance, they also are considered to be one among the various fruits which are known to have higher content of anti-oxidants which is supported by delicious taste.
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Home Remedies For Gastric Problem Turmeric leaves

Turmeric leaves are one of the best remedies for gas. Drink chopped turmeric leaves mixed with a one cup of milk daily for better results

Guava leaves

Take guava leaves and boil them in water. Once they come to a boil strain the leaves and drink the water. This is a simple remedy for gastric problems
Potato juice

Another best cure for stomach gas is potato juice. Take potato juice and drink about ½ cup of it before your meal. Repeat this three times a day for best results

Ginger

Ginger is an effective remedy for gastric trouble. It is best for treating indigestion as well. In order to prevent the stomach gas from getting formed, chew fresh ginger after your meals on a regular basis. Otherwise you can drink the mixture of water with a generous pinch of ginger powder, a small pinch of rock salt and asafoetida. You can even add fresh or dried ginger to your food. One of the best ways to control gas formation is to drink ginger tea, as it promotes proper digestion and prevents gas.

Ginger tea can be made by mixing one tablespoon of grinded ginger with water and boiling it for few minutes. Now drinking this tea 2 – 3 daily will help you get rid of gas. You can even use ginger externally by adding a few drops of ginger essential oil to any carrier oil and massage it on your stomach.

Baking soda

Baking soda gives instant relief from gas. Drink 1/4 tsp of baking soda mixed with a glass of water. This water solution is one of the most conventional remedies for stomach gas. It can be used as an efficient antacid.

Add a pinch of baking soda to fresh lemon juice in a glass, which is a fizzing drink. Now add some more baking soda and one cup of water to it stir well until the baking soda dissolves. This solution acts as antacid and gives to instant relief from gas. You can also try drinking a glass of water mixed with a small amount of baking soda on empty stomach.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is another effective natural remedy for a number of health conditions. It gives instant relief from stomach gas and also helps you treat indigestion. Take a glass of warm water and add 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and let the mixture cool to room temperature. Now drink it to get instantaneous relief from your gastric problem. It also leaves a soothing effect on the stomach. You can use normal vinegar if apple cider vinegar is not available.

Cinnamon

It is another common remedy that gives instant relief from stomach gas. Boil cinnamon in some water and allow the cinnamon solution to cool in room temperature and drink it. This helps you prevent the formation of gas. You can even take 1/2 a teaspoon of cinnamon powder mixed with one glass of warm milk or add some honey to cinnamon powder stir properly and drink it.
Cinnamon tea can provide you relief from stomach gas. To make it, you have to add some cinnamon power to boiling water and leave it to rest for a few minutes and before drinking it. This home remedy will prevent further formation of gas and soothes your stomach as well.

Asafoetida / hing

Take a generous pinch of asafoetida mixed into a glass of warm water. Now mix it properly before drinking it. To get more relief drink it at least 2 – 3 times every day. To use it externally, make a paste of asafoetida by adding a little water. Apply this asafoetida paste on the stomach and leave it to dry for a couple of minutes. This helps you get rid of stomach gas problem. If you do not want to take it directly you can insert a little amount of asafoetida into a ripe banana and consume it two times a day.

Caraway Seeds

Caraway seeds are good for various health problems such as indigestion, stomach gas and cramping. When consumed regularly it helps in stimulating proper digestion. Add one teaspoon of the caraway seeds with a cup of boiling water, to make caraway seed tea. Allow the tea to steep by covering it with a lid for a couple of minutes. Now strain off the seeds and drink the water before eating your meals. Drink this tea 3 – 4 times a day for better results. Chewing some roasted caraway seeds by mixing with a pinch of rock salt will help you get relief from gas.

Garlic

Garlic provides great relief from gas. The pungent odour and heating quality of garlic will help you in stimulating the gastric fire, which helps in proper digestion and offers relief from gas. If you are suffering from gas then you have to try some garlic soup. Use fresh garlic for better results. Take 2 – 3 garlic cloves and roast them on fire directly and consume it after peeling it. Else you can make a solution by taking some freshly ground garlic and add some water, black pepper and cumin seeds and boil them for some minutes. Strain all the ingredients and allow it cool in room temperature. Drink this garlic solution at least twice or thrice daily for better results.

Fennel

Fennel gives you quick relief from gas and bloating. Take a few fennel seeds and mix it with hot water in a pot and boil it for about 5 minutes on a low flame. Strain the water and drink it fast relief. Or if you can bear the taste of fresh fennel leafy plants chew them raw. You can even take fennel leaves, cardamom and mint leaves together with some water and boil them to make a concoction. Drinking the concoction will help you get rid of stomach gas.

Peppermint

Cardamom is another spice that is available in the kitchen. It helps you in speeding up digestion and relieves you from stomach gas problem. Make a habit of adding a pinch of roasted and ground cardamom powder to rice, lentils or vegetables before cooking. Chewing the whole pods of cardamom solves the gas problem. Do this 2 – 3 times for quick relief. You can even make a cardamom tea by steeping cardamom, a tiny slice of fresh ginger, 1 tsp of fennel in boiling water for a few minutes. Drink this tea a number of times a day for instant relief.

 

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Women Health Benefits

Nowadays women are more health conscious than what they were some decades back. Women who are responsible for bearing children and for rearing them, need to look after their health not only during the child bearing years but even after that in order to prevent the onset of ailments like breast cancer. Women are often found to neglect their health as they cater to the needs of their family. However, women are slowly realizing that they need to take in a wide variety of fruits and vegetables which will provide them different vitamins and minerals for staying healthy. Vitamins are essential chemicals which are necessary to help the body function properly. As one ages, it is necessary to increase the intake of vitamins not only for younger looking skin as well as ensuring good health and a fortified immune system.

Thiamine
Thiamine or vitamin B1 is part of an enzyme that is required for many functions.
Benefits
• It helps the enzyme to boost energy metabolism effectively
• It is vital for the nervous system to function effectively
It is found in the following food items in small or moderate amounts:
• Legumes
• Seeds
• Nuts
• Pork
• Whole grain food
Pantothenic acid
This is a vitamin that is not mentioned frequently but it has its own unique role to play.
Benefits
• It helps in the proper functioning of several enzymes
• It ensures the proper metabolism of the food in the system for energy release
Biotin
This vitamin too has a vital role to play in the human system.
Benefits
• It forms the essential part of many enzymes
• It helps to ensure that the energy metabolism process is going fine.
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Pongamia oil as Biodiesel

Common names are :Indian Beech tree,Karanj in Hindi and Sanskrit.
The seeds are used to make Pongamia oil which is a well known alternate fuel.It is a bio diesel and little modification is required to make generators run with this relatively inexpensive oil. Further research is being done to find cheaper extraction methods. 
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