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INCREDIBLE USES OF GUAVA LEAF By Nethra Vijayakumar GUAVA LEAF Guava (Psidium guajava) is a crop of economic importance and is considered to be a poor man’s fruit in India. India is the world’s largest producer of guava producing 17,650,000 MT in 2011, followed by china, Thailand. Therapeutic uses ·       Medical Properties and Composition of guava leaves, guava leaf tea has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, hepatoprotective and antioxidant activities. These effects are probably due to the presence of phenolic compounds. ·       Studies have shown that gallic acid, catechin, and epicatechin inhibit pancreatic cholesterol esterase, which decreases cholesterol levels. ·       Catechins are important as a preventive treatment for diabetes type 2 and obesity. Quercetin has been associated to decreased mortality from heart disease and decreased incidence of stroke. ·       Naringenin and kaempferol can promote moderate cytostatic activity again

THE 7 CHAKRAS - BALANCING The chakras, the nadis are the channels of prana in our body. Out of 114 chakras, two are outside the physical body. The remaining 112 chakras arrange themselves into seven dimensions, with sixteen aspects in each dimension. The seven fundamental chakras are discussed below. q SAHASRARA CHAKRA: English name Crown chakra Colour White Element Thoughts and beyond senses Mantra OM Emotions Equanimity, balance serenity, wisdom, enlightenment Body parts related Upper brain and beyond Gland Pituitary gland To balance Meditation, sirsasana   AJNA CHAKRA: English name Third eye Colour Indigo Element Intuition Mantra OM Emotions Awareness, intelligence, intuition, tru

POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME - OVERVIEW By NETHRA VIJAYAKUMAR Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), also referred to as hyperandrogenic anovulation (HA), or Stein–Leventhal syndrome is a reproductive endocrine disorder that affects approximately 5-10% of reproductive age women.  Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) happens when a woman's ovaries or adrenal glands produce more male hormones than normal. PCOS causes cysts (fluid-filled sacs) to grow on the ovaries. Symptoms include. • Irregular menstrual periods • Infertility • Pelvic pain • Excess hair growth on the face, chest, stomach or thighs • Weight gain • Acne or oily skin • Patches of thickened skin Women with PCOS are at higher risk of diabetes, metabolic syndrome, heart disease, and high blood pressure. PCOS is more common in women who have obesity or have a mother or sister with PCOS. To diagnose PCOS, your health care provider may do a physical exam, pelvic exam, blood tests, and an ultrasoun

TRANSFIXING TURMERIC FACTS By NETHRA VIJAYAKUMAR Turmeric is also called as Indian saffron or the golden spice which goes in almost every curry and Savory dishes that is cooked in our kitchen, which adds nutritional value. Turmeric is a powerful medicinal herb with over 300 nutrients including beta-carotene, Vitamin C, calcium, flavonoids, fibre, iron, niacin, potassium, zinc among many other nutrients. Curcumin is the active compound which got attention of scientists, supplement industry and food technologists for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and wound healing properties Turmeric is also a good source of omega-3 fatty acids. Health benefits of turmeric in our daily life  • It is a natural antiseptic and antibacterial agent, useful in disinfecting cuts and burns.  • Reduces the risk of childhood leukemia.  • Is a natural liver detoxifier.  • May prevent and slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease by removing amyloyd plaque buildup in the brain.  • It is a p

AUGUST MONTH OF CHILDREN’S EYE HEALTH AND SAFETY By NETHRA VIJAYAKUMAR August is dedicated to preventing eye injuries and vision loss and saving children’s eyesight. One of 20 children ages 3 to 5 has a vision problem that could result in permanent vision if left untreated. Despite this unsettling statistics, 80 percent of preschoolers do not receive an eye screening. Children’s Eye Health and Safety Awareness Month encourages parents to learn how to protect their child’s eyesight and save their child’s eyesight from vision threatening conditions through regular eye exams, hence early detection and proper treatment.  Routine Eye exams: As a patent it’s important to remember to include an annual eye screening. Your children’s eyes should be regularly examined during pediatric well-child visits beginning around the age of three. These screenings may help detect refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism as well as the following diseases:

BENEFITS OF DARK CHOCOLATE By NETHRA VIJAYAKUMAR Dark chocolates are made from the seeds of cocoa tree which is one of the best antioxidants in the word. As per studies, dark chocolates are beneficial for your heart and overall health. Chocolate and happiness have been coupled together as a “love food”. Benefits of dark chocolate are as follows: It helps crub craving: Food craving is typically defined as frequent, intense desire to consume a particular type of food, which leads to weight gain by 11 percent says studies. Dark chocolate contains more than 70% cocoa.   Smelling and eating the dark chocolate can reduce the ghrelin levels (a hormone which stimulates the appetite and sends signals to your brain when you are hungry.) in your body which thus can suppress your cravings and ultimately help you lose weight. Consuming dark chocolate on a regular basis can increase your satiety levels and help you control your cravings. Even though chocolate is loaded with calories and