Dt Vaishali Gaur: vitamin c

Monday, 6 July 2015

Health Benefits of Amla

Everyone must have heard from elders that we should eat amla.It helps in boosting immunity and slows down ageing,but there are alot more benefits of amla.

Nutritional Benefits of raw amla per 100gms:

Energy: 58 Kcal
protein: 0.5gms
carbohydrate: 13.7 gms
Iron: 1.2mgs
vitamin C: 600 mgs

Health Benefits of amla:

1. Cures Sore Throat and Cold:

Amla helps to cure sore throat and cold. For this, mix 2 teaspoons of amla powder with 2 teaspoons of honey. Have it 3-4 times in a day for effective results.

2. Rich Source of Vitamin C:

A great source of vitamin C, consume raw amla daily instead of vitamin C supplements as it is not easily absorbed by the body.

3. Reduces Constipation:

Daily consumption of raw amla reduces constipation problem, as it rich in fibres and acts as a gentle laxative. But remember to consume raw amla as powder as juice will not help in this case.

4. Heals Mouth Ulcers:

Then amla juice is the best solution for your problem. Dilute the amla juice in half a cup of water. Gargle with this mixture daily for best results.

5. Heals Arthritis Condition:

Do you know that amla benefits in reducing arthritis pain? It has anti-inflammatory properties which help in reducing the swelling and joint pain of knees caused due to arthritis. Have raw amla or amla juice daily in the morning.

6. Cures Sleeping Disorder:

Try this “wonder fruit” to relieve stress and therefore cure sleep disorders like insomnia.

7. Improves Eyesight:

Amla is very useful in improving eyesight. It also reduces reddening, itching and watering. Mix 2 teaspoons of amla juice in half a cup of water and drink it every morning.

8. Removes Toxins from the Body:

Consumption of alcohol, pain killers, medicines etc regularly increases the build up of large amount of toxins in our body. Amla helps in maintaining the proper functioning of liver and bladder, and get rid of toxins. Have amla juice on an empty stomach every morning.

9. Regulates Acid Levels in the Stomach:

Regular consumption of amla is very good for your stomach, as it balances the acids levels of stomach and thus improving digestion.

10. Fights Off Free Radicals:

Amla is the powerhouse of anti-oxidants and thus helps in fighting off free radicals in your body. Daily consumption of raw amla or juice reduces the risk of many serious diseases including cancer.

11. Improves Metabolism:

Amla helps in increasing your protein metabolism. If you have a high metabolism, then you lose weight faster. Therefore those who want to lose weight, have an amla daily to increase your metabolism.

12. Strengthens Respiratory and Central Nervous System:

Amla strengthens the lungs, the respiratory system and the central nervous system of your body.
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About Dt. Vaishali Gaur
After her Graduation in Nutrition and Post Graduation in Dietetics and Public Health Nutrition from the prestigious Lady Irwin College, She worked in Max Balaji Hospital , Pushpanjali Hospital and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital.
For Inquiries please contact : info.vaishaligaur@gmail.com

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Sunday, 22 February 2015

What to eat for shiny, smooth hair?

Every girl wants to have shiny, long, silky hair. Your hair needs a lot more than a good shampoo to look good. It needs a good diet. Why? Because you need it to reflect your style, your current mood, to give you a different look whenever you want, don't you, can you do that on a bad hair day? Remove your bad hair day's by following these dietary tips.

Healthy hair needs good amounts of Protein, Zinc, Biotin, Vitamin C and A, Iron, Folic acid, Essential oil and a good PH balance of skin.

Ph balance: An unhealthy scalp is an acidic one, the result of a diet that includes too much tea, coffee or aerated drinks or fried and oily food. This leads to hair loss and dandruff. Trans-fat are unhealthy for hair. Excess intake of fried and spicy food should be restricted. Eat balanced food to maintain PH balance.

What To Eat For Shiny, Smooth Hair?

Protein: A protein deficiency can lead to weak hair .The major sources of protein are Tofu, Soya milk, Paneer, Sprouts, Egg, Fish and other non-vegetarian products. To digest protein eat sufficient amount of fruits like pineapple and papaya which contain natural enzymes. At least 20% of your daily calories should come from protein. "Remember, hair is about 97% protein,"

Vitamin C: The best source of Vitamin C are Amla, Lemon, Papaya, Kiwi, Guava, Sweet Lime, Oranges. Amla can be consumed by making candies, murabba, chutney, and dried candy.

Iron: Deficiency of iron may cause hair loss. Vitamin c and Iron absorption goes hand in hand. While consuming iron products add some vitamin c source. Anaemia causes hair fall. Iron is mainly present in lotus stem, Spinach and green leafy vegetables.

Biotin: Biotin is consumed from a wide range of food sources in the diet, but few are particularly rich sources. Foods with a relatively high biotin content include peanut,raw egg yolk (however, the consumption of avidin - containing egg whites with egg yolks minimizes the effectiveness of egg yolk's biotin in one's body), liver, and leafy green vegetables.

Omega 3 fats:It is good for your hair and heart. It reduces your bad cholesterol and increases your good cholesterol. It is found in flax seed,walnut, pumpkin seeds,almond.

Coconut water: It contains several essential minerals and electrolytes like potassium. Lauric acid present in coconut water gives water conditioning abilities. Lauric acid shields the hair proteins and protects the root of the hair strands preventing hair breakages.

Zinc:. Zinc is mainly present in nuts, flax seeds ,sunflower seeds ,sesame seeds, pine nuts .some breakfast cereals are fortified with zinc. If you have deficiency of zinc, then include animal sources rather than vegetarian sources.

Vitamin A: It is mainly found in fruits and vegetables of red and yellow colour like in carrot, pepper, cod liver oil, liver, sweet potato, broccoli leaves, butter, kale, spinach, pumpkin,cheddar cheese, egg, papaya, apricot, mango, peas, milk.

Start including these food products in your diet and see the changes in your hair growth and texture within a month.