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Fenugreek and weight loss- Facts busted

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Fenugreek, also known as Greek hay, is a herbaceous plant that belongs to the pea family.   It is one of the easily available spices originating from Southern Europe and Western Asia, but it is one easily available commodity now. It is a very rich source of dietary fibers, proteins, Vitamin B6 and minerals like iron, manganese, magnesium and copper. Daily Dosage The amount of fenugreek one should take each day depends on factors including your weight, age, and health status.  So if you want to consume fenugreek on daily basis, its best to consult your doctor and ask for personalized fenugreek dosage. Recommended daily dose of fenugreek is 5 to 30 g fenugreek powder . Up to three times daily according to health professionals with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center . Fenugreek is highly rich in fibers. It contains approximately 75% water-soluble fibers . How effective is fenugreek for fat loss? (Evidence based) A study carried o...

Lemons-A key to loose weight (Evidence Based)

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Lemons are a good source of Vitamin C. Vitamin C is required for the biosynthesis of collagen, L-carnitine, and certain neurotransmitters. Vitamin C is also involved in Protein Metabolism.  A single lemon possesses around 30-40mg  of Vitamin C.  The recommended daily intake by the U.S. Food and Nutrition Board of the Institute of Medicine: 30-40mg AGE MALE FEMALE PREGNANCY LACTATION 0-6 months 40mg  (Adequate intake) 40mg  (Adequate intake) 7-12 months 50mg (Adequate Intake) 50mg (Adequate Intake) 1-3 years 15 mg 15 mg 4-8 years 25 mg 25 mg 9-13 years 45 mg 45 mg 14-18 years 75 mg 65 mg 80 mg 115 mg 19+years 90 mg 75 mg 85 mg 120 mg smokers Individuals who smoke need  35mg /day more Vita C than non smokers. 1.      Lemon increases metabolism. Drink warm lemon water first day in the morning, and you will be amazed at its effec...

Ganges river- the untold facts

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The Ganges is certainly the holy river for all Hindus. But Ganga is not only holy but there are reasons behind why it is so important to all civilization. I went to Northern India for a tour and I brought back some Ganga water with me in a normal plastic can I bought it from a local store.  Although there is a lot of pollution on the river side so you need to ask some one to get it from deep inside. Normally, any water that stays for too long tends to produce some bacteria or goes stale. But, it was surprising that even after 1.5 yrs it’s the same and drinkable. So It lifted up my curiosity and I went back to do some research on it. So here are some untold facts about the Ganges. 1.         The Ganges is not only holy water but cure to many diseases/infections. IMTECH (Institute if Microbial Technology, Chandigarh is the first ever where the scientist have come across new viruses useful to treat many infectio...

5 Reasons you are not happy

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   1.       You think way much about the outcomes of your decision. Trust me, sometimes you need to loosen up and just live yourself. Once you have decided just go for it rather thinking much about what would come next. Its done, finished, so let it go. Your repetitive thinking won’t change a single thing. Stressing will only rocket fire your wrinkles. Hehehe. 2.        ‘So called happy’ life on Facebook/Instagram? If you are bothered looking at the happy life of others on Facebook /Instagram. You need to make your facts right. I don’t say all is not truth but yeah, reality is way too different than what it’s shown on social media. Even I always click a pic sucking my tummy in and tummy plops out once I take my selfie. J Not all are perfect. So be happy with what you got. 3.       Trust me all have problems, then what makes you different? Even prince and princess have p...

INDIA- An example of Unity in Diversity

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India is quite a religious county. If you are planning to visit India Today or Tomorrow, you need to know few things about this diverse culture you are about to visit. India is the second most populous country in the world with more than 30 majorly different varieties of culture and cuisines. You might think it would be difficult to have a conversation in India. Here is the GOOD NEWS.  It’s not as difficult as in China, as most Indians can speak/ understand most of the English words and can surely guide the way through.  There are more than 22 official languages spoken in India (apart the local languages) and the national language is Hindi and second most common language is English (which almost everyone speaks/understand) You can find peoples belonging to all different religion. It’s pretty difficult to find a country following different religions an yet living peacefully. Morning  starts wit...