UNKNOWN FOOD RESOURCES FOR PAINFUL BONES AND JOINTS

As an active person, you need to realize that food and drink are not just a matter of responding to hunger and thirst, and eating a proper diet is not just about controlling your weight. Nutrition, like exercise, is a form of medicine. Here are few not so common food resources that can be highly helpful for achy bones and joints:

1. Turmeric - The antioxidant in yellow mustard, is available as an extract in 400 to 600 mg dosages, but it, too, has to build up for 8 weeks or so before it will reduce inflammation.
   
2. L-Arginine -  It is an amino acid that may stimulate insulin production (insulin is one of the body's most potent tissue-building hormones), enhance the production of critical protein structures, improve immune function, and also increase the synthesis of nitric acid and nitrous oxide, which dilate blood vessels and promote the delivery of oxygen to damaged tissues.
   
3. Ginger - It is a natural anti-inflammatory that can be taken in pills in daily amounts from 500 to 1000 mg. You have to give it time to show any effect, because it takes awhile to build up. 
   
4. Zyflamend - It is a combination of ginger, turmeric, and other anti-inflammatory agents. High doses can cause a burning sensation in stomach, so always take it with food.

   

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5. Boswellia - It is a herb from Ayurvedic medicine, available in capsules, that reduces inflammation and improves blood supply to the joints.

   

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6. Acetyl L- Carnitine - With Alpha Lipoic Acid, is an anti-aging compound being marketed over the internet. There has been at least one credible study showing older mice "getting up and doing the Macarena" when given the substance, and it is now undergoing clinical trials. Supposedly it works by protecting the mitochondria, the "furnaces" where the oxygen is burning to create energy. Also it helps in reducing weight so as the compressive forces acting on the joints,mainly knee joint,  also decreases.
7. Coenzyme Q10 - This may neutralize free radicals within the mitochondria, preserving mitochondrial integrity. 

REMOVE KIDNEY STONES FROM APPLE CIDER VINEGAR ALONE

Kidney stones, medically known as nephrolithiasis, are a very painful and very common urological disorder, affecting 60%-70% of population per year. The stones are solid mass that develops from crystals that separate from urine and build up on the inner surfaces of the kidney. Urine usually contains chemicals that prevent stones from forming but sometimes, due to many reasons, they do not work. If the stones are tiny enough, they will travel through the body with urine and pass undetected. Even larger ones usually pass without any medical assistance, but there are various techniques to treat those stones.

In many cases, a kidney stone contains chemicals such as calcium which combines with other chemicals such as phosphate or oxalate. Oxalate are present in spinach, bran flakes, beets, potato chips, french fries, peanut butter, etc. and it is produced as an end product of Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) metabolism. Large doses of Vitamin C may increase the amount of oxalate in your urine, increasing the risk of kidney stone formation.

 On the other side, if we see all the above foods or vitamin are very important to reduce "oxidative stress" which gives chronic degenerative diseases and can not be avoided (in persons without nephrolithiasis). After reading this, do not make early judgment to avoid all these foods to prevent kidney stone formation. The reason is we all eat food, but how to manage our meals and utilizing its nutrients are not known to most of the population. 

For Instance, people or other expert says do not eat bananas if you want to lose fat, and the poor banana becomes culprit of fat gain. It has carbohydrates (energy), fiber, protein, vitamin C, vitamin B6, manganese, potassium, magnesium, copper, biotin and 0.5 gms of fat. And the person will be deficient in all these important nutrients and also without nutrients fat loss becomes more difficult. The idea is to manage the intake of banana, eat before and after workout to feel energetic. Fat loss is to move your asses to the gym and work hard. Avoiding food will make you deficient in certain important nutrient. Likewise, oxalate rich foods (few) are good for health but you should know how to manage this.

Most of the kidney stones occur due to dehydration and infection. In rare cases uric acid stones also occur. In case of acute dehydration, If you are working hard at gym, losing water in the form of sweat and further not recovering your water level, you are prone to develop kidney stones. Chronic dehydration can gift you the kidney stones for sure. Second, infection especially Urinary Tract Infection, may inhibits kidney to perform its basic functions. 

Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) is one of the best natural cleaning agents due to its antimicrobial properties. When added to food, the organic acids in vinegar (especially the acetic acid) pass into cell membranes to kill bacteria. Following are the effects of ACV in kidney stones removal:

• ACV contains citric acid which softens and dissolves kidney stones. It acts as an effective internal cleanser that flushes the kidney to remove the formed stones.
• ACV has an alkalizing effect on blood and urine.
• ACV aids the overall digestive process by stimulating the production of HCL. This prevents the formation of new kidney stones.
• ACV has acetic acid and phosphoric acids which completely dissolve or reduce the size of kidney stones, allowing them to pass freely and quickly after symptoms.
• ACV also reduces or eliminates the pain caused by the stones.
• ACV contains malic acid which has certain antibacterial properties that have the potential to cure kidney infections.
• ACV can also be taken for urinary bladder infection in order to prevent the infection from spreading into the kidneys.
• ACV has a pH level of 3.0 and at this level, bacterial growth and multiplication becomes impossible.

With above so many benefits, the unbearable pain of kidney stones can be relieved and also stones removal becomes so easy. ACV can be taken with water alone in a ratio of 1:10 twice or thrice a day to remove kidney stones or immediately when feeling painful nephrolithiasis episodes. Recommended dosage is 15 ml to 20 ml of ACV with 150 ml to 200 ml of water. To prevent re-occurrence drink twice a week.  No other medicine is so powerful than ACV which also provide many other healthy benefits for diabetes, heart health, sinus congestion, sore throat, GERD, Skin irritation, warts, liver toxicity, psoriasis, etc. 

NOTE: "The management of oxalate food is to drink plenty of water everyday".

WEIGHT LOSS NUTRITION FOR BUSY LIFESTYLE

Weight gain starts with sedentary lifestyle and further enhanced by many factors like bad eating habits, skipping breakfast, hormonal disorder, stress, less water intake and our so called busy lifestyle. It looks contradictory by combining sedentary lifestyle with busy lives, sedentary lifestyle can be a part of a busy life when we are really busy in office hours, doing lots of work but without moving. When this becomes our daily routine it gives many health diseases like obesity, diabetes, heart diseases, joint disorders, hormonal disorder due to physical inactivity, developing cellulite, etc. A single increase in a body weight or body fat shall make your aware of these problems if you are really busy in your work with all above added features.

The only solution to these problems is to lose weight in a healthy way. If you are unable to visit gym or to follow any exercise program and still your nutrition habits are bad enough, it shall make you worry about upcoming health issues. If it is really impossible for you to hit the gym, at least lose weight by following healthy nutrition plan by taking proper guidance from a qualified nutritionist.

How healthy nutrition helps in losing weight without exercise?

It is logically proven that to be in a healthy lifestyle the main challenge is to maintain a healthy eating habits. In 24 hrs, if you can manage 30-40 min for exercise the rest of the time you have to involve in eating and activities of daily livings (ADLs) which counts much more enough than exercise. To lose weight what is required is Improved Metabolism. Good Metabolism is the only tool that can keep you away from many health disorders. Slow metabolism is the main cause for weight gain. To improve metabolism, you have to exercise and eat properly. Nutrition counts 70% in improving your metabolic rate by eating anti-inflammatory and thermogenic foods. On the other hand, exercise counts 30% but gives many health benefits and takes you up to next fitness level. But to achieve every fitness goal, a healthy nutrition lifestyle is the foundation. To make your fitness state strong foundation requires to be stronger.

Weight Loss Nutrition For Busy Lifestyle

Let's focus on the Nutrients which boosts up the metabolism.

1. Carbohydrates: Complex carbohydrates are of great benefits in boosting up the metabolism. These may be referred to as dietary starch and are made of sugar molecules strung together like a necklace or branches like a coil. They are often rich in fiber, thus satisfying and health promoting. Complex carbohydrates are commonly found in whole plant foods and, therefore, are also often high in vitamins and minerals.

These whole plant foods are great sources of complex carbohydrates:

• Green vegetables
• Whole grains and foods made from them, such as oatmeal, pasta, and whole-grain breads
• Starchy vegetables such as sweet potatoes, baked potatoes, corn and pumpkin
• Beans, lentils and peas
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Choosing Carbohydrates wisely

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2. Protein: Although protein is the nutrient which boosts metabolism with strength training only by increasing muscles mass or muscle quality. So if you are not into exercise then how it is going to give you good health effects (in terms of weight loss). Imagine you are working at office by spending more than 8 hrs sitting job, you are still exercising isometrically. When you stand or sit still, muscle contracts isometrically (means no movement but still holding your backbone for long). You backbone muscles requires to be repaired as soon as possible to get ready for the next session. In repairing process, the body's metabolic rate shoots up (imagine if you workout at gym and repairing and recovery taxes so many calories to boost up the metabolic rate maximally)

Some of the potential mechanisms that account for weight loss associated with high-protein diets involve increased secretion of satiety hormones glucagon-like-peptide (GLP, GLP-1), reduced orexigenic secretion (ghrelin), the increased thermic effect of food and protein-induced alteration in gluconeogenesis to improve glucose homeostasis.

Protein dosage for general health benefits:

Vegetarians or Vegans: 1gm to 1.2gm per Kg of body weight
Non-Vegetarians: 0.8gm to 1 gm per Kg of body weight

High-Protein Diet dosage for weight loss:

Vegetarians or Vegans: 1.2gm to 1.6gm per Kg of body weight
Non-Vegetarians: 1.2gm to 1.4 gm per Kg of body weight

3. Fats: It is very well spread that MonoUnsaturated Fats (MUFA) and PolyUnsaturated Fats (PUFA) help in losing weight. Other fats like saturated ones are bad for health specially who are into sedentary lifestyle. The omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oils effect leptin, a hormone that regulates metabolism rate. eating certain types of cold-water fish has been shown to boost metabolism by as much as 300-400 calories per day. Other than only this weight loss benefits, it has vital supporting role to prevent above discussed health disorders specially related to heart which could arise due to sedentary lifestyle and stress.

4. Water: Water is important and not a nutrient as it does not provide any nutrient calories. Water is required for many reasons to survive and if utilized smartly, it can also help in losing fat from the body. From digestion to absorption to transportation of above three nutrients, water plays an important role. It prevents digestive problems which could later leads to constipation, GERD, IBS, Anal Fissure or hemorrhoids, etc. and chronic joint disorder like arthritis. It also avoids in thinning  of the intervertebral discs that could be very painful. Long hours sitting invites lower back problems and intervertebral disc thinning is one of them. Drinking water can also boost body's ability to burn fat by keeping the muscle hydrated and also water has great role in repairing and recovery muscle tissues. A study published in the journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism found that drinking water (about 500 ml) increases metabolic rate by 30 percent in healthy men and women. 

5. Vitamins and Minerals: These are micro-nutrients which is required in very less amount but is of great importance. These are the "spark plugs" in absorbing the three macronutrients. Deficiency of these micro nutrients can lead to many stress disorder and chronic health diseases because of oxidative stress occurring every now and then.

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Supplements are must in busy lifestyle

Supplements helps in completing the nutrient requirement to maintain health and that to achieve health goals like weight loss. Supplements like multivitamins are mandatory to avoid micronutrient deficiency as in your busy lifestyle it is difficult to get all the nutrients from food. Sometimes we are so busy in our work we skip meals which simply means loss if nutrients, though these supplements are not meant to replace foods but still can help in managing the nutrient balance. For losing fat L-Carnitine has been the most beneficial at all times (not for promotion), this supplements breaks down the triglycerides into readily available energy for low intensity work e.g. office tasks. Taking 1000mg of L-Carnitine early morning can help in increasing metabolism. L-Carnitine can be taken for six months and off for 2 months.

How you can manage your meals in busy days

Taking 1000mg of L-Carnitine early morning followed by 500 ml of water with one-fourth tsp. of cinnamon powder (thermogenic food) after 30 min. In Breakfast, taking egg whites with whole grain bread and peanut butter and adding some fruits give you tremendous energy for almost next 4-5 hours. Do Not forget to take multivitamins in breakfast. If you skip lunch, you can take few nuts like walnuts, almonds and cashew nuts to make it a great energetic snack. Just 30 min before finishing your work ends up with drinking one cup green tea or black coffee. In dinner, eat lots of starchy vegetables with chicken or cold water fish. This is the least anyone can manage. Above meals contains anti-inflammatory and negative calorie foods. Apart from this maintain your daily water intake up to 8 glasses. Once you are use to above diet mechanism, it will give you dramatic change in your energy level and improved metabolism rate. Avoid alcohol, smoke, high sugar diet etc. or you will end up with frustration and nothing. This is what you need to follow now on wards.

If possible engage yourself in any recreational physical activity like swimming, cycling, trekking, jogging once in a week at least.


"EATING THE WRONG FOOD IS WHAT HELPED YOU GAIN WEIGHT. EATING THE RIGHT FOOD IS WHAT WILL HELP YOU LOSE WEIGHT"

HOW THE STRONG IMMUNE SYSTEM DESTROYS OR PREVENT COMMON WARTS

Warts are typically small, rough, and hard growths that are similar in color to the rest of the skin. These are annoying and sometimes uncomfortable light colored bumps that appear on the skin. They are caused by a form of human papillomavirus (HPV), and usually occur when we have a small cut or fissure in the skin that directly exposes us to the virus and are not cancerous.

Common warts also known as verruca vulgaris and are highly contagious, widespread pathogen. Other types are plantar warts, filiform warts, flat warts, periungual warts and genital warts.

Healthy Immune System strong artillery against Warts

The Immune system is composed of a variety of different cell types and proteins. Each element performs a specific task aimed at recognizing and/or reacting against foreign materials. As your know now warts are caused by a virus (HPV), so one of the best ways to get rid of them is to boost your body's ability to fight them.

Worst part of Common Warts

Reasons for Low Immune System

1. Insufficient Protein in Diet

2. High Sugar Diet

3. Diabetes mellitus

4. Smoking

5. Aging

6. Sedentary Lifestyle

7. Excessive alcohol intake

8. High Trans-fat diet

9. Living in polluted areas, specially surrounded by air pollutants

10. Last but not the least, avoiding fruits and vegetables in diet

As you age, some of the organs that produce WBC (white blood cells) shrink and produce fewer of them. Protein are important for your immunity. 

Boost up your Immune System

1. Taking lots of anti-oxidants rich food

2. Exercising everyday at least for 30 min

3. Drink at least 10-12 glasses of water

4. Manage your sleep cycle i.e. at least 8 hours of sound sleep

5. Avoid Smoking and alcohol altogether or reduce intake of both

6. Avoid high sugar diet like processed food.

Sources of Primary Antioxidants Vitamins and Minerals

1. Vitamin A and Carotenoids: Capsicum, lemongrass, raspberry leaf, parsley, peppermint, sweet potato, carrots, spinach, kale, collard greens, fennel seeds, hops, etc.

2. Vitamin C: oranges, kale, red pepper, brussels sprouts, broccoli, strawberries, grapefruit, guava, kiwi, green peppers, chickweed, fennel seed, raspberry leaf, cranberries, blue berries, black berries, etc.

3. Vitamin E: alfalfa, flax seeds, raspberry leaf, almonds, spinach, sweet potato, spinach, avocado, mustard greens, tofu, etc.

4. Selenium: beef liver, chicken, boneless turkey, Brazil nuts, garlic, brown rice, chia seeds, flax seeds, sesame seeds, broccoli, cabbage, spinach, etc.

5. Zinc: Spinach, beef, pumpkin seeds, flax seeds, kidney beans, watermelon seeds, oyster, garlic, peanuts, egg yolk, turkey, salmon, lobster, bark chocolate, chickpeas, etc.

"Because the immune system is the most powerful weapon you have for keeping healthy,"

TOP 7 BENEFITS OF PSYLLIUM HUSK

Psyllium husk (isabgol) is the covering of seeds grown on the plant, Plantago psyllium which has long been recognised as excellent means of getting more dietary fiber into a person's diet due to high fiber count in comparison to other grains. Here are top 10 benefits you can get from psyllium husk:

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1. Treat Constipation : The primary benefit of psyllium husk is to treat constipation by increasing the amount of bulk through water in your stool so that stool become softer and easier to pass. Most studies suggest that isabgol does contribute an increase in stool weight and bowel movements per day, as well as a decrease in total gut transit time. This product has even been used as an ingredient in bulk laxatives.

2. Treat Diarrhea : Mix psyllium husk with curd and eat this mixture directly after a meal at least twice a day. The combination of curds and isabgol also gives your stomach a good dose of probiotics, which can help heal an underlying cause of diarrhea.

3. Treat IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) : Taking psyllium husk with regular milk before bed after a meal helps in enhancing your bowels' ability ti push waste through quicker.

4. Treat Pain related to Anal Fissure and Hemorrhoids : Right before you go to sleep, take psyllium husk with warm water helps in relieving pain associated with both anal fissures (tear and cracks in the anus) and hemorrhoids (piles). These two problems are associated with chronic or acute constipation or avoiding these symptoms for long. By passing softer stools, your anus does not have to stretch and distort as much. As a result, past injury and trauma has a greater chance to heal.

5. Treat GERD (GastroEsophageal Reflux Disorder) : Gastroesophageal reflux disorder is a digestive disorder that affects the lower esophageal sphincter, the ring of muscle between the esophagus and stomach. It is also known as Acid Reflux or Heartburn. The psyllium husk if taken with cold milk after each meal, problems dealing with acid reflux or high acidity in the stomach will be relieved by coating the lining of the stomach, intestines and lower esophagus. This coating limits the amount of burns and overall damage caused by high stomach acidity.

Symptoms of GERD

6. Weight Loss : Taking psyllium husk with warm water and freshly squeezed lemon juice taking before each meal helps in losing weight in different way. The bulk produced by the psyllium husk makes you feel fuller, so it is easier to eat less during a meal. Psyllium husk is also a colon cleanser, so it can help clean out any waste products clogging in your digestive system which slows down your metabolism.

7. Fight against Diabetes : Taking Psyllium husk with milk after every meal, a thick, gel-like substance forms and coats the walls of your intestines and it slows down the breakdown and absorption rate of glucose which can results in blood sugar less likely to spike. In this case, psyllium husk should be avoided to be taken with curd.

PROTEIN AND VITAMIN B6

When we eat foods that contain protein, the body breaks it down into amino acids. These amino acids are necessary for building muscle and blood. There are 20 standard amino acids, which are divided into two categories, including essential amino acids and non-essential amino acids. The body can make some of the essential acids on it’s own, but certain amino acids must come from eating foods containing protein.

There are many health benefits of protein. Eating enough protein is essential to maintain a healthy body. If the body sustains an injury, such as a cut, protein helps with tissue repair. Along with carbohydrates, protein provides energy for the body which helps keep us from becoming fatigued. Another one of the benefits of protein is helping the body fight off illness and disease and keeping the immune system functioning properly.

Vitamin B6 is a water-soluble vitamin that is crucial for many bodily functions as well as the overall maintenance of good health. For example, many enzymes need vitamin B6 for breaking down protein and converting it for the body's use. B6 is also used for the creation of hemoglobin, which is a blood protein responsible for carrying oxygen. The immune system and the nervous system both rely on this vitamin to ensure good function. It even helps a person get the niacin he needs, assisting the body in converting an amino acid called tryptophan to niacin.

There are three main types of vitamin B6. They are called pyridoxal, pyridoxamine, and pyridoxine. Vitamin B6 is found in a wide variety of foods, including vegetables, fruits, meats, and fish. Turnip greens, spinach, and cauliflower are sources of B6, as are strawberries, pineapple, and grapes. Meat, fish, and poultry sources of the vitamin include chicken, beef, venison, salmon, and tuna. People can consume more B6 by eating flaxseeds and vitamin-fortified foods. While most people can get enough of this vitamin by eating a well-balanced diet, some take vitamin B6 supplements to make sure they are getting enough.

Foods that contain Protein and Vitamin B6 are tuna, chicken, turkey, sirloin, lean beef.

Taking excess protein in the form of supplements can lead to excretion of unabsorbed protein leaving the kidney and livers' cell damage as most of the protein shakes or powder in the market are deficient in Vitamin B6.