Advantages of Water

Uses of Water:

My blog is mainly intended to provide useful information. As a part of this, I am giving some useful information regarding water (for drinking and bathing).

Water is an integral factor of our life processes.
The two common uses of water. These are (1) drinking, and (2) bathing.

Every one must drink at least 5 to 6 glasses of water in a day. Best results are obtained if water is taken on an empty stomach just after getting up and cleaning the teeth, half an hour before each meal, and two hours after each meal. In addition, of course, water can be taken as required when needed. The temperature of the water should preferably be neither too high nor too low. A glass of water with a little lemon juice, taken early in the morning on an empty stomach, is highly beneficial. No more than a mouthful or two of water may be taken during a meal if absolutely necessary. No water should be taken for one and a half to two hours after a meal.

It must also be remembered that drinking water in quantities smaller than those indicated above leads to constipation, and has an adverse effect on the functioning of the kidneys.

Bathing has a unique importance in our daily life. A bath washes away the dirt adhering to the body, the skin is rendered clean and glowing, and its pores are opened up, thus facilitating the elimination of the poisons in the body through perspiration. Everyone should form a habit of using cold or lukewarm water for bathing. A hot-water bath may be pleasant at the time of bathing, but is likely to generate a feeling of lassitude later, whereas a cold-water bath is stimulating. Those who are in the habit of taking hot-water baths would be well advised to reduce the temperature of their bath water progressively till they find cold-water baths acceptable, tolerable and indeed enjoyable. A sparse use of soap while bathing is recommended. Frequent baths, with a good scrubbing during baths will be sufficient to keep the skin clean and healthy. Multani clay, cream and turmeric powder may occasionally be used with advantage.

Good sources of energy for our body

The major source of energy should come from carbohydrates. This includes foods fruits, vegetables, grains, sugary foods, and often processed foods.

The best source of energy should come from fruits, vegetables, nuts and whole grains such as whole wheat, rye, barley, oatmeal and other grains. Unfortunately, the American diet and other cultures that include processed carbs, depend upon sugar, soda, candy, cakes, cookies, white rice, refined pasta, white bread, etc. Although these types of foods give us energy, they may miss the nutrients we need for good health. This is why the best sources of energy are apples, oranges, kiwifruit, grapes, carrots, broccoli, carrots, greens, asparagus, cauliflower, oatmeal, whole grain bread, potatoes with the skin, and many other wholesome carbohydrates.

Another trick is to eat lots of vegetables with your meals.

Some people eat a high level of protein -- beef, pork, turkey, chicken, fish, cheese, nuts, tofu, etc. This is not the best source of energy. Although protein is used to build muscles, repair damage in our bodies, etc., it does not make good fuel for energy. When we take in much more than we need, our bodies uses about 5 times the water we normally use to digest protein and use it as energy. This is not good especially if you're into sports or physical activity because high protein diets could dehydrate you.

Hope this helps --- eat and live healthy!

Useful facts about Carrots

Carrots are rich sources of fiber, minerals and antioxidants. These potent components help to prevent the onset of poor vision. Essentially, carrots help restore Vitamin A into the diet. Regular intake of carrots is known to counter-attack intestinal parasites and ease constipation. A number of new-age diets have carrots as vital components of the diet plan.

Carrot juice increases the fluid intake and water retention within the system during the hot summer months. The pulp and juice are anti-carcinogenic and prevent cancer. Carrot juice works like a tonic to improve overall health of the immune system, while triggering appetite. Research reveals that a daily dose of this natural wonder improves immunity by up to 70%. With the natural content of Vitamin E, carrot intake works wonders on the skin and rejuvenates dead skin.

Nutrient Rich Food: Spinach

Spinach has more nutrients than any other food. You might have heard of Popeye. Popeye made himself super strong by eating spinach, but you may be surprised to learn that spinach protects against osteoporosis, heart disease, colon cancer, arthritis, and other diseases at the same time.

The vitamin K provided by spinach-almost 200% of the Daily Value in one cup of fresh spinach leaves and over 1000% of the Daily Value in one cup of boiled spinach (which contains about 6 times as much spinach)-is important for maintaining bone health.

1.A Smarter Brain with Spinach
Researchers have found that spinach may help protect the brain from oxidative stress and may reduce the effects of age-related related declines in brain function.

2.Better Eyesight from Spinach

Nutritional Profile
Spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, manganese, folate, magnesium, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B2, calcium, potassium, and vitamin B6. It is a very good source of dietary fiber, copper, protein, phosphorus, zinc and vitamin E. In addition, it is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, niacin and selenium.

Disclaimer: The information stated here has been taken from the world healthiest foods organisation. It has been provided here for informative purpose.