Our body has many free radicals (molecules produced when the body breaks down food or due to smoking, drinking, etc) and antioxidants are substances which prevent our cells from the damage caused by the action of these free radicals. Antioxidants can be found in various foods and including them in
June 4 2013, 10:38 am
Read MoreGinger, with its strong and spicy aroma, has its own place in Indian cuisine. It may be used fresh or dried, powdered or pickled or in the form of juice or oil. Ginger tea, the classic Indian household favourite, is the most commonly used form, not to mention the ginger concoction given every
May 24 2013, 12:00 pm
Read MoreRich dark chocolate delicately coats the succulent strawberries to make attractive after-dinner treats. Dark chocolate is filled with antioxidants and has been associated with lowering the risk of heart disease. Strawberries are an excellent source of Vitamin C. Preparation Time: 5 mins Cooking
April 25 2013, 5:01 pm
Read MoreRecently James Watson, who won the Nobel Prize for cracking the DNA code with Francis Crick in 1962, said that antioxidants may actually cause cancer instead of fighting it. It may also interfere with the efficient working of cancer therapy. This finding is in contrast to the fact that antioxidants
January 13 2013, 12:14 pm
Read MoreI am suffering from systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) since a long time. What diet should I follow keeping my condition in mind? Let us first understand what SLE is... Sometimes, our body’s immune system mistakenly starts attacking our healthy cells which can lead to chronic inflammation on
June 18 2013, 9:37 am
Read MoreWhen on a weight loss diet, desserts can be a major temptation and if you have a sweet tooth, the craving can be stronger. While it is a good idea to cut down on sugar intake and save yourself from piling on the extra calories, it is also important to give in to one’s cravings every once in a
June 18 2013, 12:55 pm
Read MoreAdjuvant therapy: To lower the risk of cancer coming back (relapse), sometimes additional treatment is given after the main treatment. This is called adjuvant chemotherapy and may include chemotherapy, radiotherapy, targeted therapy, hormone therapy or biological therapy. For e.g. in some cancers
March 26 2013, 8:09 am
Read MoreIf you want to hold a Diwali bash and avoid sugar-loaded, unhealthy aerated drinks here's a healthier alternative that's sure to be a hit with your guests. Fruits are a great alternative to artificial sugar. Fruits contain fruit sugar or ‘fructose’ which does not raise blood sugar levels
April 25 2013, 4:36 pm
Read MoreProstate cancer is a major health concern for men that strikes approximately one in six men and is a leading cause of male cancer deaths in the United States. New research offers hope in this fight – according to findings published in the British Journal of Nutrition, walnuts may help reduce
April 23 2013, 4:53 pm
Read MoreHealthy eating terms explained Do you know your monounsaturated fats from your polyunsaturated? Your omegas from your antioxidants? If you are confused by food terminology we're here to help with a healthy eating A to Z, we've selected the most frequently used food and diet terms associated with
May 8 2013, 8:35 am
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