Know the facts of drinking water

Know all about drinking water

Water is one of the most essential requirements of the human life. Much of our body is made up of water. Not drinking enough water will leave us under-hydrated or even dehydrated. Health benefits of water

Water removes waste products from the body, including inorganic minerals. It removes drugs form the body. It produces an active form of vitamin D that promotes strong and healthy bones. It Increases our mental and physical performance. Water keeps skin healthy and glowing. Water can help prevent kidney stones and reduce the chances of getting bladder, kidney or urinary tract infections. Perspiration is the body`s natural mechanism to control body temperature. To sweat proper everyone needs to have plenty of water. Water can be good for clear skin and it can also help in recovering from the symptoms of acne. Water keeps our organs and joints moist. This permits the passage of nutrients and wastes between blood vessels and the rest of the body. Drinking plenty of water help in reducing dark circles. Water also transports nutrients and helps in regulating body temperature.

What are the problems associated with drinking too little water? This is a very common question. While everyone knows drinking less water may lead to a lot of health problems very few people actually know what those problems are. The usual problems associated with drinking less water are headaches, poor concentration, tiredness, lethargy, irritability, higher risk of developing kidney infections, constipation, dry skin and bad breath. How to get clear and pure water? For getting pure and clear water, we can go with a water purification system at home. Purification systems that comes with carbon filter with ion exchange and a micron filter are considered the best (the micron filter helps remove any contaminants that were

missed at the water treatment facility). Many of us do not like to drink a lot of water and hence try to substitute it with other options. Normally a person should drink around 8 glasses of water per day. Inadequate drinking of water could be compensated with the following fruit juices. Watermelon Watermelon has a high nutrient density due to the higher water content and lower calorie content. Grapes Grapes also add to the moisture content of the body since they have an alkalinizing action on the blood, and have a relatively high water content. Orange The number of calories in an orange is low due to their high water content. The edible part of an orange can comprise of up to 85% of water. Mango Mangoes are juicy with a sweet taste and high water content making them refreshing to eat.

__________________________________ Know all about Paneer

Know the key benefits and nutrients of Paneer(cottage cheese).

Paneer is one of the most varied and fascinating of dairy products. In its most basic form, cheese is the curdled milk of sheep, goats, cows or other mammals. Health benefit of Paneer 1: Paneer is a good source of calcium, which helps build strong bones and teeth, and also prevents osteoporosis. Cheese provides 25% of the calcium in the food supply. 2: Paneer in moderation, is associated with lower body weight as well as reduced risk of developing insulin resistance syndrome.

3: Paneer is a good source of protein and it reduces cancer risk. 4: Paneer can prevent stomach disorders and even help with your bones as you get older, especially in women. 5: It also helps in lower, back and joint pain. Nutritional information of Paneer 100 gms of paneer made from cow milk provides Protein 18.3 grms Fat 20.8 grms Mineral 2.6 grms Carbohydrates 1.2 grms Energy 265 kcal Calcium 208 mgs Phosphorous 138 mg How to make paneer? Paneer is quite easy to make at home. Bring 2 litres of fresh whole milk to the boil. Add 2 table spoons of vinegar or lemon juice or curd and stir well. Put aside. After the milk has curdled, wrap it in a clean muslin cloth, rinse with fresh water and drain well. Form a ball and place it under a heavy saucepan for approx. 20 minutes. 200 g of your paneer is ready.

Benefits of Broccoli
Know the benefits of broccoli

Health benefits from Broccoli: 1: Broccoli contains phytonutrients (a group of compounds that may help prevent chronic diseases, such as heart disease and diabetes). 2: It is a natural wonder-drug for many types of cancer, including breast cancer, cancer of uterus, prostrate cancer, cancers of internal organs like lungs, colon, liver, kidneys and cancer of intestines. 3: Broccoli is also a good source of vitamins A and C antioxidants that protect your body's cells from damage.

4: The presence of sulphur and certain amino acids make broccoli a very good detoxifier. It helps remove free radicals and toxins like uric acid from the body. 5: Broccoli also has as much calcium as milk, and is therefore an important source of nutrition for those who are suffering from calcium deficiencies. 6: Being rich in fiber, this will also keep away constipation which is very common during pregnancy. 7: Broccoli has vitamin B complex and vitamin E (the one that gives shine to our skin, hair etc. and revives skin tissues). 8: Anemia is directly related to lack of iron and certain proteins. Broccoli is rich in both of these and hence forms an excellent remedy for anemia. Eat them and blush!! It is also useful in other diseases.For example: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Weight reduction Anti-aging Prevents arthritis Prevents alzheimer's disease High Blood Pressure

Nutritive Values : Per 100 gm(Broccoli) Vitamin A Vitamin B Niacin Vitamin C Iron Phosphorus Potassium Carbohydrates Protein Calories 3,500 I.U. 10 mg 1.1 mg 118 mg 1.3 mg 76 mg 270 mg 5.5 gm 3.3 gm 29

Eating Tips: Heavy cooking and processing destroy some of the anti oxidants and phytochemicals such as indoles and glutathione. Eating raw or lightly cooked (as in a microwave or stir-fried). To reduce its gas production, one should eat broccoli with ginger or garlic.

Benefits of Red Cabbage

Know the benefits of Red Cabbage

Red cabbage is the richest sources of flavonoids in the vegetable world. Health Benefits:

Red cabbage is an excellent source of vitamin C, an antioxidant that helps protect cells from harmful free radicals. Red Cabbage is very helpful in the treatment of peptic ulcers. Red Cabbage remains low in calories. Red Cabbage also contains chemicals that inhibit tumor growth. It also reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke, alleviate rheumatisms and skin problems. Red cabbage contains beneficial protective phytochemicals such as indole-3carbinole (I3C), sulforaphane, and indoles. Indole-3-carbinole (I3C) plays an essential role in reducing the risk of breast cancer. Red cabbage has anti-inflammatory properties. It also contains lactic acid that acts to disinfect colon. It is very good for building of muscles and thus, getting a healthy body. Being rich in vitamin A, Red cabbage is very good for your eyes as well as your skin.

Nutrition Facts: Serving Size : 1 cup, chopped (89.0 g) Amount Per Serving Total Calories 28 Calories from Fat 1 % Total Fat Saturated Fat Polyunsaturated Fat Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g 0.0g 0.1g 0.0g 0% 0% 0% 0%

Cholesterol Sodium Total Carbohydrates Dietary Fiber Sugars Protein Calcium Iron

0mg 24mg 6.6g 1.9g 3.4g 1.3g

0% 1% 2% 7%

4% 4%

Benefits of Cauliflower
Cauliflower is an excellant source of allicin, fibre and vitaminB.

Benefits of Cauliflower 1: Cauliflower contains allicin, which can improve heart health and reduce the risk of strokes, and selenium, a chemical that works well with Vitamin C to strengthen the immune system. Cauliflower can also help to maintain a healthy cholesterol level. 2: Folate is also found in cauliflower, which is a B vitamin that is needed for cell growth and replication. For this reason, it is often recommended that women who are pregnant or may become pregnant eat significant amounts of cauliflower in order to help their unborn children develop properly. 3: Cauliflower is an excellent source of fiber, which helps to improve colon health and can even help prevent cancer. And, most recently, it has been discovered that cauliflower, as well as other cruciferous vegetables, such as brussel sprouts and cabbage, contain indole-3-carbinol, a substance that can affect the metabolism of estrogen in the body, and prevent breast and other female cancers. 4: Cauliflower can keep your bones healthy. it is probably the special combination of vitamins K and C that do the trick. 5: Cauliflower is low in fat and kilojoules, with about 120kj per cup of cooked

cauliflower. It contains vitamin B5, vitamin B6, manganese and omega-3 fatty acids.

Facts:- amount per serving Cauliflower (raw), 1 cup (100g) Calories: 25 Protein: 1.98g Carbohydrate: 5.2g Total Fat: 0.2g Fiber: 2.5g Nutritional Information Vitamin A Retional Activity Equivalent Beta Carotene Lycopene Lutein + Zeaxanthin Vitamin C Vitamin E Vitamin K Vitamin B6 Vitamin B12 Folate 155 IU 3% 8 mcg 93 mcg 0 mcg 42 mcg 88.1 mg 146% 0.04 mg 0% 20.2 mcg 33% 0.222 mg 11% 0 mcg 0% 57 mcg 14%

Avoid: Avoid cauliflower that is soft, has ivory to light brown coloring or that has small dark spots on the curds.

Benefits of Brinjal
Brinjal is high in water content and potassium. It is supposed to possess many medicinal properties and is used as a remedy for cancer, hypertension and diabetes.

Benefits of Brinjal 1. Eating brinjals roasted on fire after putting some salt into it cures excessive phlegm and wind humor of the body. 2. Soup made up of brinjal and tomato increases the appetite and helps in digestion. 3. Eating soft brinjal after baking it on fire and with raw sugar on empty stomach in the morning, cures the enlarged spleem due to malaria. 4. Taking soft and baked brinjal with honey in the evening helps in having a sound sleep. Using it for some days cures insomnia. 5. The use of brinjal destroys the stones in its initial stage. 6. If brinjal is taken in its mashed form or as soup with asafoetida and garlic, it cures flatulation. Nutritional Information Total Fat 27.5g Saturated Fat 5.2g Cholesterol 16mg Sodium 62mg Potassium 618mg Total Carbohydrates 17.8g Dietary Fiber 4.9g Protein 8g Sugars 11.4g Facts About Brinjal Brinjal is not beneficial for person having excessive bile humor and one who has acidity problem. Pregnant woman should avoid its use. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, all parts of the plant can be used to stop intestinal bleeding. The fruit of the plant is used as an antidote in cases of mushroom poisoning.

Benefits of Mushroom
Mushroom is extremely rich in protein and minerals like selenium, potassium and copper.

Benefits of Mushroom 1. They're low in calories and may have antibacterial substances to help the body. Cooked fresh mushrooms offer the most nutritional benefit versus the canned version that may have more sodium. 2. Mushrooms contains a variety of B complex vitamins. Crimini mushrooms qualified as an excellent source of riboflavin, pantothenic acid and niacin, as well as a very good source of thiamin, and vitamin B6, and a good source of folate, all of which are nutrients that are necessary for carbohydrate, and lipid metabolism. 3. Crimini mushrooms are also determined to be a very good source of zinc. Zinc affects many fundamental processes, perhaps the most important of which is immune function. 4. Mushrooms also provides protection against Alzheimer's disease and age-related cognitive decline. Nutritional Information

selenium vitamin B(riboflavin) copper vitamin B3 (niacin) tryptophan vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) potassium phosphorus zinc manganese vitamin B1 (thiamin) vitaminB6(pyridoxine) protein folate dietary fiber magnesium iron calcium

36.85 mcg 0.69 mg 0.71 mg 5.39 mg 0.08 g 2.13 mg 635.04 mg 170.10 mg 1.56 mg 0.20 mg 0.13 mg 0.16 mg 3.54 g 19.85 mcg 0.85 g 12.76 mg 0.57 mg 25.52 mg

Benefits of Capsicum
Capsicum is also known as sweet peppers (green, red, or yellow peppers), are mildflavoured and used as vegetables.

1. Capsicum improves digestion by increasing stomach secretions. 2. It increases methabolism to burn a measurable number of calories at a higher rate. 3. Capsicum reduces high blood pressure, protects against some types of cancer and is

useful in the treatment of chronic rhinitis. 4. Capsicum has been used in folk remedies to treat everything from impotence to liver disease. Loaded with vitamins A, C and beta carotene, peppers are naturally low in fat, calories and cholesterol. 5. Capsicum acts on and desensitizes nerve fibers that carry pain signals throughout the nervous system. Capsicum is ideal for diabetic patients. If the diabetic diet was supposed to be boring, try spicing up your cuisine with capsicum-based products, like hot sauce or jalapeno peppers. This is an important finding for dieters. If you sprinkle cayenne pepper flakes on your low-fat pizza or soup, toss some sliced jalapeno peppers into your salad, or chop some habanero peppers into your turkey chili, you may be able to lose weight faster! Capsicum Nutritional Analysis (per serve) Average Quantity per 100g Energy Protein Fat, Total Saturated Fat Carbohydrate Sugars Sodium Potassium Magnesium Calcium Phosphorus Iron Zinc Niacin Niacin Vitamin C Folate Vitamin A Retinol B-Carotene EQ 293kJ (70Cal) 1.4g 5.9g less than 1g 2.6g 2.5g less than 5mg 129mg 5.9mg 5.3mg 24.4mg less than 1mg less than 1mg 0.6mg 0.8mg 102mg 25.5ug 91.4ug less than 0.01ug 542ug

Benefits of Potato
There is much more to potatoes than the common perception of being extremely rich in carbohydrates.

1. Potatoes as a very good source of vitamin C, a good source of vitamin B6, copper, manganese, and dietary fiber. 2. Sweet potatoes are relatively low in calories and have no fat. They are rich in betacarotene and potassium, and have five times the recommended daily allowance of Vitamin A in one sweet potato. 3. Potatoes is the most efficient fuel for energy production and can also be stored as glycogen in muscle and liver, functioning as a readily available energy source for prolonged, strenuous exercise. For these reasons, it may be the most important nutrient for sports performance. 4. Potatoes are low in sodium, virtually fat free and easy to digest. They are highly acceptable in almost any diet. 5. Potatoes are good for stomach ulcers and inflamed conditions of the colon. 6. Potatoes are for hemorrhoid because of its high fiber content. 7. Potatoes may help prevent cancer in glands and organs with epithelial tissue due to its high Vitamin A content. 8. Potatoes is a good food for diabetics, because it helped stabilize blood sugar levels. Nutritional information of a Medium sized Potato Protein Vitamin C Thiamin Riboflavin Niacin Iron 6% 50 % 8% 2% 10 % 8%

Vitamin B6 15 % Folacin (folic acid) 8% Phosphorus 8% Magnesium 8% Zinc 2% Copper 8% Pantothenic acid 4% Iodine 15% Potatoes help to protect against heart attack and stroke. The potassium helps maintain fluid and electrolyte balance in the body cells, as well as normal heart function and blood pressure.

Benefits of Carrot
Carrot is a crunchy,sweet and nutritious vegetable.

1: Carrots provide the highest content of vitamin A. 2: Carrot is energizing and antiseptic. 3: Eating carrots encourage healthy skin, hair, bones, eyesight and will also cleanse the body. 4: Another benefit of carrot is on people with heart problem. It is believed that carrot may reduce risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer. 5: Carrot soup is a home remedy for diarrhea because it calms the bowel and slows down bacterial development. 6: Carrots are rich in beta carotene, which is a powerful antioxidant. Nutritional data per 100 grams of carrots Calories 35.6 g Protein 1.19 g Carbohydrates 8.25 g Dietary Fiber 3.70 g

Fat Sodium Potassium Vitamin A Vitamin C Calcium Niacin Vitamin E Tips :

0.11 g 59.00 mg 158.00 mg 1770.00 RE 2.74 mg 28.80mg 0.44 mg 0.90mg

1: Wrap carrots before refrigerating Carrot will lose its sweetness and crispness if left unwrapped at room temperature. 2: The deeper the orange color, the more carotenoids (source of vitamin A) it contains. 3: Carrots have tough walls that the body may have problem with. So if you love to nibble carrots raw, cooking them just until crisp-tender will make their nutrients more accessible to the body.

Benefit of Green Beans

Green Beans is an important part of the human diet.

It has very less calories and is extremely rich in vitamins and minerals. Health benefits of Green Bean 1: Beans can reduce the risk of heart disease, stabilise blood sugar levels and are an important source of vitamins, minerals (potassium in particular) and phytonutrients. They can also help to prevent or combat anaemia. 2: Green Bean is a nice source of calcium, vitamin C, lutein, beta-carotene and potassium. 3: Because of their wealth of nutrients, green beans prevent many illnesses including Alzheimer's, heart disease, asthma, arthritis, acne, ear infections, and possibly even colds and flus.

4: Green beans are also a good source of zinc which is important for healthy skin. Zinc is involved in the proper metabolism of testosterone and can help prevent acne. 5: The fiber in green peas can help prevent colon cancer as well, as it has the ability to bind to cancer-causing toxins, removing them from the body before they can harm colon cells. Nutritional information of Green Beans Green beans, boiled 1.00 cup 125.00 grams Nutrient vitamin K vitamin C manganese vitamin A dietary fiber potassium folate tryptophan iron magnesium vitamin B2 (riboflavin) copper vitamin B1 (thiamin) calcium phosphorus protein omega 3 fatty acids vitamin B3 (niacin) Tips 1: Before cooking, wash beans thoroughly in clear, cool water, and trim the tips. 2: Boiling, steaming, microwaving, and stir-frying are popular ways to prepare beans. Whatever cooking method you choose, remember to cook beans just until tender using the smallest amount of water; they should remain bright green. 3: Green beans can be served on their own or used in salads, casseroles, soups, and stirfries either whole, frenched (cut lengthwise), or cut into inch-long pieces. They can also be pickled. Amount 20.00 mcg 1 2.13 mg 0.37 mg 832.50 IU 4.00 g 373.75 mg 41.63 mcg 0.03 g 1.60 mg 31.25 mg 0.12 mg 0.13 mg 0.09 mg 57.50 mg 48.75 mg 2.36 g 0.11 g 0.77 mg 43.75 calories DV 25.0 20.2 18.5 16.6 16.0 10.7 10.4 9.4 8.9 7.8 7.1 6.5 6.0 5.8 4.9 4.7 4.4 3.9 Nutrient 10.3 8.3 7.6 6.9 6.6 4.4 4.3 3.9 3.7 3.2 2.9 2.7 2.5 2.4 2.0 1.9 1.8 1.6

Benefits of Garlic
Garlic is one of the most versatile flavors to ever grace a kitchen. It not only tastes wonderful, it's very good for ones body. Health Benefits of Garlic 1: Garlic is one of the oldest known medicinal plants, and it's been credited with fighting heart disease, lowering blood pressure and helping to fight off colds. 2: Garlic is a good blood-thinning agent to avoid blood clots which could potentially lead to heart attack or stroke. 3: Garlic Produces more "natural killer" cells in the blood that will tackle infections and tumours. 4: It destroys infection causing viruses and bacteria. 5: Garlic is best eaten raw. Cooking can destroy some of the "allicin" compound which is responsible for the powerful healing effects of garlic. 6: It may help weight-gain for babies that may be at risk for low birth weight. 7: Cure for impotence due to poor circulation. 8: It prevents and heals arthritis, asthma, circulatory problems, colds and flu, digestive disorders, insomnia, liver disease, sinusitis, and ulcers. 9: 8 to 10 of garlic juice mixed with 4 GMS of honey four times a day cures whopping cough. 10: Eating 7 to 8 cloves of garlic with one teaspoon of fresh butter also helps in curing paralysis. Garlic Nutritional Information Serving size Calories Total Fat Sodium Total Carbohydrate Dietary Fiber Protein 1 clove (4g) 5 0g 0mg 1g 0g 0g

Benfits of Corn
Sweet corn is an excellant source of minerals and fibers.

Sweet corn also called sweetcorn, sugar corn, or simply corn, it is a variety of maize with a high sugar content. Health Benefits of Sweet Corn: 1: Sweetcorn is a good source of folate. It also helps protect against age-related macular degeneration and helps fight free radicals in the retina. 2: It provides more starch and more calories than most vegetables. 3: It is high in iron and potassium. It is also a good food for steadying blood sugar. 4: It contains carotene, which acts as our defense system that kicks out any kind of disease. 5: Sweet corn contains beta-carotene, small amounts of B vitamins and vitamin C. It is a useful source of protein. 6: It is also a good source of many vitamins including pantothenic acid (vitamin B5), folate and niacin (vitamin B3). Corn was also determined to be a good source of dietary fiber, minerals phosphorous and magnesium. 7: Corn is an excellent source of thiamin, providing one-third (32.7%) of the daily value for this nutrient in a single cup. Thiamin is an integral participant for memory. Sweet Corn Boiled:1.00 cup contains 177.12 calories Nutrient vitamin B1 (thiamin) folate dietary fiber vitamin C phosphorus manganese vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) Amount 0.36 mg 76.10 mcg 4.60 g 10.16 mg 168.92 mg 0.32 mg 1.44 mg