Monday, 19 August 2024

Cumin tea benefits

Hi Hemavalli! 🌟Hope you are having a good day😊

I'm excited to share the amazing benefits of cumin tea with you! ☕✨ Here's why it's such a great addition to your routine:

Digestive Health: 🍽️ Helps stimulate digestive enzymes, aids in digestion, and supports nutrient absorption. Plus, it's great for reducing bloating and gas!
Anti-Inflammatory: 💪 Reduces inflammation, which can be especially helpful for conditions like arthritis.
Blood Sugar Regulation: Helps keep your blood sugar levels in check and improves insulin sensitivity.
Antimicrobial: 🦠 Has properties that fight infections and help keep you healthy.
Antioxidant Protection: 🛡️ Neutralizes free radicals, reducing oxidative stress and protecting your cells. Plus, vitamin C boosts these antioxidant defenses even more! 🍊
Immune System Support: 🛡️ Enhances immune function and supports tissue repair, thanks to both vitamin C and zinc. 🦠
Detoxification: 🚰 Supports liver function, helps remove toxins, and aids in regular bowel movements. 💧

In addition to all these benefits, cumin tea can also support weight management by boosting metabolism and controlling appetite. 🌿

I hope you're as excited as I am about these wonderful benefits! If you have any questions or need more info, just let me know! 😊

Monday, 29 April 2024

Friday, 15 December 2023

health

VATA Cycle I. (2:00 - 6:00 am)

Best time for silent meditation and yoga. Waking up before sunrise, along with the subsequent breathing exercise, brings inner strength and energy to the whole day.

KAPHA Cycle I. (6:00 - 10:00 am)

After waking up, drink a glass of warm water, empty yourself and take a shower. Second best time for meditation, yoga, exercise and running. Breakfast in accordance with the constitution. If we are still asleep at this time, getting up will be more difficult and we will gain less energy.

PITTA Cycle I. (10:00 am - 2:00 pm)

Morning work activity. Lunch between noon and 2 pm in the form of a tasty filling meal in accordance with the constitution. The best time for digestion and metabolism because pitta, which controls the digestive fire, is active. Ideal to supplement with 15 minutes of relaxation.

VATA Cycle II. (2:00 - 6:00 pm)

Afternoon work activity. Light afternoon snack or dinner in accordance with the constitution.

KAPHA Cycle II. (6:00 - 10:00 pm)

The best time for relaxation, sports and leisure activities. To maintain a good physical and mental balance, it is always good to start and end the day with breathing exercises and meditation.

PITTA Cycle II. (10:00 pm - 2:00 am)

At this time comes the deepest and most refreshing sleep. If we are awake, the desire for the evening meal comes. A long night's wakefulness disrupts the regeneration process and makes the morning sleepy. For a good sleep, Ayurveda recommends sleeping on the right side.

Tuesday, 25 April 2023

HEalthy habbits

There's also a time Dr Savaliya suggests should be a cut-off for any more food - 7.30pm.

"If you stop eating at seven to 7.30pm, and sleep early, it allows your digestive fire to digest everything you've eaten throughout the day," said Dr Savaliya.
"Hunger is a sign that your previous meal is digested well," said Dr Savaliya.
By not eating late at night, the expert says it can facilitate "optimum liver detox".

Following this guidance, Dr Savaliya said it can help you to "maintain your weight, sugar levels, energy and, most importantly, your body's capacity to absorb nutrition from the food you eat".
[Dr Savaliya is adamant that the "best time to sleep is by 10pm" as that's when your metabolism is "at its peak".
Multi-tasking increases excess cortisol (stress hormone) in the body which makes you more prone to auto-immune and lifestyle disorders," the doctor cautioned.

"Doing one thing at a time mindfully improves your working efficacy, reduces stress and also makes you feel more content and peaceful at the end of day."
Hema Sharath: Exercising more than one's capacity can exhaust you," said Dr Savaliya.

There is a risk of "bleeding disorders, dyspnoea, cough, fever, excessive thirst and even vomiting", if you overstretch your capabilities.

"Moderation is the key," Dr Savaliya confirmed, adding that exercise is still important for a healthy lifestyle.

Friday, 31 March 2023

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~ Manimahesh, Himachal Pradesh

Manimahesh Lake (also known as Dal Lake) is situated in the Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas, in the Bharmour subdivision of Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh. Nestled at an elevation of 4,080 meters, it is considered only second in significance to the Lake Mansarovar in Tibet. Manimahesh literally means "Shiva's jewels". According to a local legend, on a full moon night, one can see the reflection of this jewel in the magnificent lake.

Most of the year, it remains closed due to the snow. To reach the lake, one has to trek a distance of 13 km through enchanting mountains and greenery. Shaped like a saucer, the Lake is divided into two main parts - the larger part is the Shiv Katori (the bathing place of Lord Shiva), and the lower part is called Gauri Kund (the bathing place for Goddess Parvati).

The mighty Lake is situated in proximity to the virgin peak of Manimahesh Kailash Parbat, which is considered to be the holy abode of Lord Shiva. It is said that he created both the landforms as his marital home with Goddess Parvati, and he is believed to be residing here still. There is even a marble image dedicated to the Lord in the periphery that is also called Chaumukha.

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Thursday, 26 November 2020

Kerala avial

Ingredients

Green peas – 1/2 kg(soaked).

Coconut – 2 nos.

Carrot.

French beans.

Potato.

Onion – 2 nos.

Green chili – 6 nos.

Ginger – 1 small pc.

Garlic – 1 no.

Pepper powder – 1/2 teaspoon.

Cinnamon.

Cardamom.

Cloves.

Star anise.

Oil.

Mustard.

Salt.

Curry leaves.

Method

*Squeeze out thick and thin coconut milk.

*Chop carrot, french beans, potato into small chunks.

*Finely chop garlic, ginger, and green chilies.

*Heat oil in a mud pot, splutter mustard. Saute in cinnamon, star anise, cloves, cardamom, curry leaves, dried chilies. Add chopped onion, green chilies, ginger, garlic, and saute well. Saute in carrot, french beans, potato, green peas(soaked).

*Pour thin coconut milk and season with salt, bring it to boil. When the vegetables are cooked mix in the thick milk and adjust the salt and add pepper powder as required. Bring to boil, when the gravy thickens remove the pot from the flame.

Tasty vegetable stew ready…

Tuesday, 10 November 2020

Vitamin B12 food

Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12, also called cobalamin, helps regulate the nervous system. It also plays a role in growth and red blood cell formation.

Symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency

A vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to disruption in the nervous system and the circulatory system.
Vitamin B12 deficiencies can lead to megaloblastic anemia, a condition where the bone marrow produces large abnormally shaped red blood cells that do not function properly.
Psychological conditions such as dementia, paranoia, depression, and behavioral changes can result from a vitamin B12 deficiency. Neurological damage sometimes cannot be reversed.
Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause the following symptoms:
tiredness or fatigue
weakness
constipation
loss of appetite
weight loss
numbness and tingling in the hands and feet
balance problems
confusion
poor memory
soreness of the mouth or tongue

Causes of folate deficiency

Folate dissolves in water, which means your body is unable to store it for long periods of time.

Your body's store of folate is usually enough to last 4 months. This means you need folate in your daily diet to ensure your body has sufficient stores of the vitamin.

Like vitamin B12 deficiency anaemia, folate deficiency anaemia can develop for a number of reasons.

Diet

Good sources of folate include broccoli, Brussels sprouts, asparagus, peas, chickpeas and brown rice.

If you do not regularly eat these types of foods, you may develop a folate deficiency.

Folate deficiency caused by a lack of dietary folate is more common in people who have a generally unbalanced and unhealthy diet, people who regularly misuse alcohol, and people following a fad diet that does not involve eating good sources of folate.

Thursday, 29 October 2020

Foods contribute to bad cholesterol

-All animal foods

-Plant based foods that contribute to bad cholesterol:

All white things:

White rice

White flours: Rice flour,plain flour

White ravvalu: Rice ravva, Semolina,polished godhuma ravva.

The plant based white things suggested to be more dangerous for cholesterol.

Cholesterol, liver issues and digestion issues are coordinate each other.

According naturopathy, Raju gaaru suggesting same thing.

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Decreasing bad cholesterol is only possible by improving good cholesterol levels. Increasing whole grain regimes , adding soaked nuts and dry fruits, sprouts is only option.

Thursday, 22 October 2020

Facts about TGL

Triglycerides definition and facts

High triglyceride levels can be lowered with medication and naturally through diet and exercise.

Triglycerides are particles in the blood that transport fat. They come from excess sugar (refined carbohydrate) and fat intake in the diet and can also be made in the liver. Triglycerides are converted into energy in the body; for example, to fuel muscles. If people don't use their muscles after eating, the excess triglycerides will be stored as fat or in the liver.

High levels of triglycerides in the bloodstream are a risk factor for heart disease and stroke and obesity. High triglycerides are associated with more than a 70% increased risk of coronary heart disease. High triglycerides are especially significant risk factors for people with type 2 diabetes or metabolic syndrome.

Causes of high blood triglycerides include:

genetics,
obesity,
insulin resistance,
type 2 diabetes,
high-carbohydrate and/or high-fat diet,
excessive alcohol consumption,
sedentary lifestyle,
hypothyroidism,
renal disease, and
medications such as beta-blockers, thiazide diuretics, glucocorticosteroids, anabolic steroids, and some HIV medications.

Facts about TGL

riglycerides definition and facts

High triglyceride levels can be lowered with medication and naturally through diet and exercise.

Causes of high blood triglycerides include:

genetics,
obesity,
insulin resistance,
type 2 diabetes,
high-carbohydrate and/or high-fat diet,
excessive alcohol consumption,
sedentary lifestyle,
hypothyroidism,
renal disease, and
medications such as beta-blockers, thiazide diuretics, glucocorticosteroids, anabolic steroids, and some HIV medications.

Wednesday, 14 October 2020

The holiest and largest kitchen in the world.

The Kitchen of Lord Jagannath, biggest in the World
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Sri Jagannath is the Lord of the Universe. His Kitchen is considered as the largest and the biggest Kitchen in the world. It is situated south-east direction of the outer compound of Srimandir. The length of the Kitchen is 150 feet, breadth is 100 feet and height is about 20 feet. It consists of 32 rooms with 250 earthen ovens within these. Around 600cooks(Suaras) and 400 assistants serve here everyday for preparing Lord's food.
It is believe that Mahalaxmi cooks in the Kitchen Herself; all are felt to be her servants. 

Chappan Bhog or Mahaprasad
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Mahaprasad is the term applied to the 56 food items offered to Lord Jagannath in the holy Temple of Puri,

According to " Skanda Purana" Lord Jagannath redeems the devotees by permitting them to partake his Mahaprasad, to have His darshan and to worship him by observing rituals and by offering of gifts .Mahaprasad is treated here as 'Anna Brahma'. The temple kitchen has got the capacity to cook for a lakh of devotees on a day. Mahaprasad is cooked only in earthen pots and medium of food is fire wood only. The steam-cooked food is offered to Lord Jagannath first and then to Goddess Vimala after which it becomes Mahaprasad. This Mahaprasad is freely taken by people of all castes and creeds without any discrimination.

When the steam cooked food is carried to Lord in slings of earthen pots no flavour comes up from the food but when the same is carried back to the sale point after being offered to the Lord a delicious smell spells along in the breeze to the pleasant surprise of the devotees. Now the food is blessed.
The tourists prefer to carry a particular type of dry Mahaprasad known as" Khaja" (made of maida, sugar and ghee) which stays fresh for days together.

Mahaprasad is ceased to be offered during the 21 days preceding the Ratha Yatra, as the lord is said to be having fever in that period.

Dried rice Mahaprasad known as "Nirmalya" is also used by devotees and tourists for different sacred occasions.

The main 56 items of CHAPANA BHOGA or MAHAPRASAD are as follows:
Sadha Anna – Simple Rice water
Kanika – Rice, Ghee and Sugar
Dahi Pakhal – Curd Rice and water
Ada Pakhal – Rice, Ginger and water
Thali Khechedi – Lentil, Rice with Sugar and Ghee
Ghea Anna – Rice mixed with Ghee
Khechedi – Rice mixed with Lentil
Mitha Pakhal – Rice , Sugar and water
Oria Pakhal – Rice, Ghee, Lemon and Salt

Sweets

Khaja – Made of wheat
Gaja – Made of wheat, sugar and Ghee
Ladu – Made of wheat, sugar and Ghee
Magaja Ladu
Jeera Ladu
Jagannath Ballav – Wheat, Sugar and Ghee
Khuruma – Made of wheat, Sugar and Salt
Mathapuli – Made of Ghee, Ginger and a kind of beans ground in to a thick paste
Kakara – Made of Ghee and Wheat
Marichi Ladu – Made of Wheat and Sugar
Luni Khuruma – Made of Wheat, Ghee and Salt
(Onreturn of Bahuda Yatra during Suna Vesha, Rasagolla are offered as Bhogas but on no other day Rasagollas are allowed for Bhog)

Cakes, Pancakes and Patties

Suar Pitha – Made of wheat and Ghee
Chadai Lada – Made of Wheat, Ghee and Sugar
Jhilli – Rice Flour, Ghee and Sugar
Kanti – Rice Flour and Ghee
Manda – Made of wheat and Ghee
Amalu – Made of wheat, ghee and sugar
Puri – Made of wheat and Ghee and deeply fried like a small thin pan cake
Luchi – Made of Rice, Flour and Ghee
Bara – Made of Curd, Ghee and a kind of beans
Dahi Bara – Cake made of a kind of a beans and curd
Arisa – A flat cake made of Rice flour and Ghee
Tripuri – Another flat cake made of Rice, Flour and Ghee
Rosapaik – A cake made of wheat and
Milk Preparations
Khiri – Milk, Sugar with Rice
Papudi – Prepared from only the cream of milk
Khua – Prepared out of Pure Milk slowly boiled over many hours to a soft custard like consistency
Rasabali – Made of Milk, Sugar and Wheat
Tadia – Made of fresh cheese, sugar and Ghee
Chhena Khai – Made of fresh Cheese, milk and sugar
Bapudi Khaja – cream of milk, sugar and ghee
Khua Manda – Made of milk, wheat and Ghee
Sarapulli – This is the most famous and most difficult milk dish to prepare. It is made of pure milk boiled slowly for hours and spread in to a large pizza shaped pan.
Curry with Vegetables
Dali
Biri dali
Urid Dal
Muga Dal
Dalama – This is one of the typical dishes in Oriya Home. It is a combination of Dahl and Vegetable. Usually eggplant, beans, sweet potato and tomatoes, although tomatoes are not used in Temple preparations. Coconuts and a dried root of vegetables known as Bodhi which looks like a mush room and is high in protein are added.
Maur
Besar
Sag – A spinch dish
Potala Rasa
Goti Baigana
Khata
Raita – a yogurt like dish with curd and radish.
Pita
Baigilni

Wednesday, 23 September 2020

Pacha karpooram

Cinnamomum Camphora

Camphor can be used in multiple ways. It is considered as an important ingredient in vapor rubs, balms and liniments as the oil is said to allay pain and reduce itching. It also helps in keeping cockroaches, moths and other insects at bay from our wardrobe. Camphor is used in religious ceremonies too. Besides, it is beneficial for the skin and hair.

Here are some skin, hair and health benefits of camphor:

1. Relieves Pain and Swelling

On the skin it acts as a counter irritant and is therefore used topically to relieve pain and swelling. It causes numbness of sensory nerve endings of skin, thereby reliving pain and inflammation, and preventing skin redness.

2. Alleviates Skin Rashes

Another skin problem faced by many people is rashes that cause redness. Camphor can help in getting rid of rashes and redness when used as topical itch relieving gels.

How to use: Just dissolve the camphor oil in water and apply it on the affected area for a few days.

3. Treatment of Nail Fungus

Nail fungus or onychomycosis may require treatment by oral anti-fungal, but topical preparations like Vaporub containing camphor oil can be added for faster clearing of the fungus. However, it is effective against onychomycosis caused by Trichophyton mentagrophytes and Candida parapsilosis, which are species of fungi.

4. Used to Treat Eczema

Camphor can be used to treat irritated symptoms of eczema in kids and adults. Camphor helps in relieving the pain and inflammation, which is a symptom of eczema. Camphor is also found in many lotions and ointment treatments of eczema.

5. Helps Induce Sleep

Fragrance of camphor oil has a calming effect on the mind and brings a good night's sleep.

How to use: Few drops of the oil can be rubbed on the pillow to induce sleep.

6. Treats Cold and Cough

Camphor helps in treating cold and cough and relieves throat congestion. Camphor oil is an ingredient of many vaporub and decongestants.

How to use: Rub some on your chest and back and let it work its magic.

7. Promotes Hair Growth

Less hair on the scalp is a nightmare. This could result due to a number of factors, such as improper hair care routine and spending lots and lots of money on chemical loaded hair care products. So, here's a solution to the problem - use camphor oil. Application of camphor oil on the hair makes it soft and boosts hair growth.

How to use: Mix camphor oil to your regular oil and apply it on the scalp. This will stimulate blood flow to the applied area and promote hair growth.

8. Home Remedy for Head Lice

Camphor oil mixed in bathing water is used for the treatment of Pediculosis capitis or head lice.

How to use: Mix powdered camphor tablet in coconut oil and apply it evenly on scalp and hair before going to bed. Wash your hair with shampoo and say goodbye to lice. This is because camphor powder suffocates the lice and hence kills them.

hair care

Wednesday, 16 September 2020

Asanas

Sunday, 30 August 2020

for ample oxygen supply

Friday, 1 May 2020

Gutti vankaya koora.[Stuffed whole brinjal]

Egg plant is popular internationally. But in south Indian cuisine it has special place as it's given special importance not just day to day cooking also for those special days as any festivals or celebrations. Under this recipe, I want to share one very unique way of preparing it with generous amount of coconut with slow saute.

Nutritional benefits:

The beliefs:
It's believed to be originated in India and traveled across globe. It comes under night shade vegetables. According to modern beliefs, people with auto immune disorders eat less of this. It coincides with Ayurveda rules. It's one of those veg which should be consumed limited as it's believed as too much consumption of this veg is not good for body.

But in general, it's a great source of various vitamins and minerals. Improves heart health and digestion. Helps to prevent Anemia. Increases Brain function.

Ingredients:

Stuffing:

Ffresh coconut: 1/2cup
Egg plants small/medium: 6
Green chilies: 4
Ginger: 1 inch piece
Onion: 1 chopped
Salt as per the taste
Coriander 1 stem

Preparation:

Wash and clean the egg plannts. And make 2 slits as shown in the pic. Soak them in the salted water.

Stuffing: Grind the all ingredients for stuffing to coarse paste.

Then take each egg plant from water and squeeze out extra water. Tuck in the stuffing. Keep them aside. If any extra paste left, that also should be used in the curry.

In the pan, heat the oil, dash the sizzling items. Fry it slowly until Urud turns brown. Now add the curry leaves and red chilies. Then goes stuffed brinjaal. Add salt as per taste. To enable all the sauteing, add 1/4 cup of water. Saute until the egg plants cooked soft. Don't break them while stirring. Once done, surve with steaming hot rice.

Additional info:

Sizzling:

Mustard: 1 tea spoon
Jeera: 1 tea spoon
Urud: 1 tea spoon
Red chilies: 2 or 3

Sunday, 10 April 2016

acupunture techniques

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Tuesday, 22 March 2016

avocado cake

1 cup mashed avocado (approx 2 avocados)
1 cup medjool dates, pit removed
1/2 cup boiling water
2 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed in 4 tbsp water
1/3 cup cocoa
1 cup almond flour
1/4 cup coconut flour
1 tsp vanilla extract
pinch sea salt
1tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/3 cup walnuts
coconut oil

Icing Ingredients

1/2 cup cashew butter
4 tbsp maple syrup
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp cocoa powder
2 tbsp orange juice

Directions

In a bowl pour boiling water over dates and allow to sit for a hour.
In a small bowl mix flax seed and 4 tablespoons water allow to sit for a few minutes to congeal.
In a food processor mix all ingredients except walnuts and coconut oil together until combined.
Add in walnuts and pulse.
Grease an 8×8 square pan with coconut oil and spoon mixture into pan.
Bake at 350F for 30 minutes.
Set aside to cool.
Mix icing ingredients in a bowl and ice brownies.
Store in the fridge.

Thursday, 3 December 2015

hair loss

There are many ways to reverse hair loss and prevent excessive hair fall in ayurveda. You can check a more detailed post about ayurveda and it's perspective towards hair growth and hair loss.

In this post, you can find easy remedies that you can do at home to stimulate hair growth, prevent excessive hair loss and have strong, healthy hair.

1. Use a mixture of Stinging nettle (Jeera), Rosemary (Sarpagandha), Birch(Bhurja patra), and Horsetail to massage your scalp regularly.