written by Corey L. Lewis In the past, strength training was a male-dominated field. The possibility of looking “too masculine” has driven some women away from the benefits of strength training. Society is changing, and many women are taking advantage of the health benefits that come from building muscle. In tandem with its physical benefits, particularly …
Enjoying a soak in a hot tub is a pleasurable experience but did you know how many health benefits hot tubs have? Read on to find out more. 1. It potentially improves your cardiovascular health Bruce Becker, M.D. states that submerging your whole body up to the neck presents you with a cardiac workout. With …
Most of us know that our dogs love going on walks. For our canine friends, daily walks allow them to spend quality with their humans in an outdoor setting where they can explore nature and maybe even make a few new furry friends along the way. As a pet owner, a daily walk is the …
Whether fresh fruits and vegetables are scarce in your part of the country or you just happen to love the produce of one specific season, perusing the frozen food aisle can be a good way to maintain a well-balanced diet—so long as you're shopping in the fruit and vegetable section, that is. And if you're …
01/7Kokum and its health benefits When it comes to summer drinks, we often talk about fruit shakes and fresh juices of watermelon, oranges and more. But there is one Indian berry that is often neglected and that is Kokum. Kokum is a purple coloured berry which is indigenous to western coast of India and is …
01/6Jasmine rice has a beautiful aroma Jasmine rice refers to the aromatic variety of rice that has long grains. The aroma in these grains exists because the rice plant produces natural compounds that are aromatic and have fragrance. The aroma compound present that is the most important is 2-acetyl-1-purroline. The production of jasmine rice is …
From ice packs to water-immersion baths, therapeutic properties of extremely cold temperatures have always been a matter of interest. Whole-body cryotherapy (WBC), a revolutionary version of this modality, has only recently started to draw attention because of the remarkable impact it proves to have on health and wellbeing. This article will cover all the potential …
For most of us, a shower is just part of our daily routine. We jump in the shower to make sure that: we’re clean, we smell good and we look presentable enough to go about our everyday lives in public. Did you know, however, that there are a host of health benefits to showering? And, …
It's a nutrition powerhouse, cauliflower is packed with key vitamins and minerals including vitamin C, potassium and folate. It's also a good source of choline, a B vitamin known for its role in brain development. Yes, cauliflower is a food you should keep in rotation and eat at least on a weekly basis. Substituting cauliflower …
01/4Eat garlic in this way to get maximum benefits Garlic is an irreplaceable part of Indian cuisine and is added to vegetables, curries and dals. Just a few cloves of garlic are enough to give the perfect flavour and aroma to your dish. Apart from infusing flavour in dishes, garlic brings along a number of …