Stimulating your mind, upgrading your body, and elevating your soul daily.
"We are what we eat." This is one phrase most of us are familiar with. However, this statement doesn't give the complete picture. To be effective, the above statement needs to be elaborated upon a little. That is, we are what we eat and what we absorb. You may eat nutrient-rich diets or take food supplements, but they may fail to make you healthier if essential nutrients are ... Continue Reading
Mostly known for being a part of Halloween decorations or a pie filling, pumpkins are also packed with nutrition and offer a wide range of health benefits. Pumpkins are a storehouse of vitamins, mineral and other healthy nutrients. Whether it is the pulp or the seeds, pumpkins are great for your health and can offer some incredible benefits. Nutritional Composition of ... Continue Reading
Nitric Oxide is a free form of gas produced by the cells in our body. Symbolized as ‘NO’, Nitric Oxide contains one atom of Nitrogen and one of Oxygen. It is produced when enzymes in the body break down the amino acid Arginine, and is mainly used for intra-cellular communication. Nitric Oxide is required for key physiological functions within our body. It travels freely from ... Continue Reading
Native to South America, tomatoes are the fruit of a nightshade plant. Their botanical name is Solanum lycopersicum. Two hundred years ago, we thought tomatoes were poisonous, but now they are the fourth most popular fruit or vegetable—losing out only to potatoes, onions, and lettuce in the popularity stakes. The majority of tomatoes are picked before they’re ripe so there’s ... Continue Reading
Age-related macular degeneration affects the part of the eye responsible for central vision, leading to progressive visual loss and making every day tasks like reading, driving, recognizing faces, and doing detailed work difficult. You're more likely to develop the disease if you have a family member with this condition, are a smoker, have light colored eyes, are older, are ... Continue Reading
