What is Anger? Anger is a natural healthy emotional response to intense dislike, criticism or frustration or anything that we perceive as a threat. It is normal to experience anger. There are varying degrees of anger ranging from mild irritation to full blown rage. Anger problems arise when we don’t know how to control anger. [...]
Always tired? While it is okay to feel tired after a long day, if you’re feeling weakness and fatigued all the time you need to pause and think why am I so fatigued Causes of fatigue There are numerous causes for fatigue and exhaustion signs and often there may be one or multiple factors. Insomnia [...]
Vitamin Excess and Deficiency, Bioavailability and Anti nutritional Factors in Food Effects of Vitamin Overdose 1. Direct toxic effects of vitamin A, vitamin D, pyridoxine 2. Dependency and withdrawal An example has been observed in newborn infants when the mother ingested about 200 mg vitamin C per day during pregnancy. In utero, fetal tissues become [...]
What are Vitamins? A vitamin is an organic compound distinct from fats, carbohydrates and proteins. It is a natural component of foods where it is usually present in minute amounts. It is essential usually in minute amounts for normal physiologic needs. It is important to note that some compounds are vitamins for one species and [...]
MSG or mono sodium glutamate causes hypersensitivity in some people. This is called as Chinese Restaurant Syndrome, which results in a temporary burning sensation in the neck, forearms, chest tightness, and headache. There is some evidence that this syndrome is more common in individuals with vitamin B6 deficiency. Objectives of Chinese Restaurant Syndrome Avoid excessive [...]
Is there anything like a bad food or a good food? Not really! But there is a guideline to help you understand which foods you should opt for in order to eat right. For arguments sake, let’s say there are wrong foods (or bad foods). So, What are Bad Foods? These are those foods which [...]
We always want to hear about super foods or magic health tips which can give instant health benefits or make us feel good about ourselves when we eat them. You are anxious to know about what to eat and what not to eat. Yet, you tend to pick up food which gives you comfort or [...]
Syndrome X also called as metabolic syndrome is a cluster of diseases occurring together in a person. It is associated with increase in obesity and lack of physical exercise. Metabolic syndrome comprises of obesity, insulin resistance, dyslipidemias, hypertension and ultimately high risk for Type 2 diabetes and premature death from heart disease. Watch Out For [...]
How to live a healthy life depends on your lifestyle and mental attitude. Adopting a healthy way of life is necessary for longevity and high quality good health. A number of factors are responsible for staying healthy. These healthy life tips guide you about healthful quality living. Healthy Diet: Our body is like a machine [...]
