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Since medieval times leeches have been used in medicines to treat nervous system abnormalities, dental problems, skin diseases and several other infections. But currently they are mostly used in plastic surgeries and other microsurgery options. The reason behind this is leeches secret peptides and proteins that work to prevent blood clotting. This will help in blood flowing to wounds to help them heal. In current modern word leech therapy is gaining popularity as a revival due to its simple and inexpensive means of preventing complications. • Working of leech therapy. Originally, medicinal leeches have three jaws with tiny rows of teeth. These leeches peers are person's skin with their teeth and insert anticoagulant through their saliva. Then they are allowed to extract blood for 45 minutes at a time. Several health situations are there in which leech therapies are used. Cases in which leech therapies can be beneficial include. Diabetes, who have been diagnosed with heart disease, ...

Swordfish or scientifically called Xiphias gladius is a large predatory fish that many people around the world love to consume. The characteristic feature of this fish is a sword like bill, This is the feature from where its name comes from. This fish is also considered as one of the fastest known fish in the ocean. This marine food has a distinctive nutritional profile and provide many health promising effects. But remember, consuming it too frequently or in large amounts can lead to Mercury toxicity in your body. • Nutritional profile of swordfish. Swordfish is known for its multiple essential nutrients. Most of these nutrients are quite essential for body and it cannot produce it. It’s an estimation that 85 grams serving of cook swordfish may provide total of 150 calories. 20 grams of protein, 7 grams of fat and no carbohydrate. Addition to these, it has a rich source of selenium, vitamin D, potassium and magnesium. This marine food is exceptionally high in selenium, Traces of this...

Nuts are one of the healthiest food available on the planet. They can make delicious protein rich snacks an addition to meals. Most of the nuts are versatile and easy to eat on a single go. They are a good source of plant based protein, especially for those who are vegan. Nuts will surely help you to meet your protein requirements, which is quite necessary for building bones and healthy muscles. So here we are presenting 5 high protein nuts that you should use and indulge in your diets. • Almonds. Almonds are naturally seed, not nuts. But people often group them with nuts and dry fruits while considering them to be high in protein. For an estimation 35 grams serving of almonds can provide you 7 grams of protein. Addition to high quality protein almonds are also loaded with healthy fats and antioxidant content. They are known to prevent oxidative stress and free radical induced issues inside body. The peel or brown layer of skin surrounding almonds contain the highest concentration of a...

Since the ages, people and health enthusiasts are seen avoiding fats and cholesterol rich items. Even healthy items such as butter, nuts, egg yolks, full fat dairy etc. This is basically a cause of misconception that eating food rich in cholesterols and fats are harmful for body. Several researches and studies are available that burst these myths. So here we are coming up with five popular myths people have regarding dietary fats and cholesterol. • Fat intake leads to weight gain. One of the most common dietary myth is eating fat will make one unhealthy. Or it is one of the most common reasons of weight gain. Although it is true that eating too much of any macronutrient including fat, will be a cause of weight gain. But good intake of fat is very essential for proper functioning of human body. In fact several researches show that eating high fat foods including whole eggs avocados nuts full in fact several researches show that eating high fat foods including whole eggs, avocados, nuts,...

Turmeric milk is one of the most common Indian drink used for various health benefits since hundreds of years ago. Now this recipe is gaining popularity in Western cultures too, with the name of Golden Milk. Several health benefits are claimed of using this recipe regularly, mostly before going to bed. It’s not a rocket science, just warming up any milk with turmeric and other spices and adding cinnamon and ginger. For your taste issues, you can add honey. So here we are putting forward 5 scientific evidence based health benefits of using it. • Highly beneficial in reducing inflammation and arthritis. Turmeric and ginger are most prominent ingredients in recipe of golden milk. These both ingredients are known for having their anti inflammatory properties. Chronic inflammation is one of the major cause of certain serious health issues. Some of them include cancer, metabolic syndrome, Alzheimer’s disease and heart diseases. It is scientifically proven with several studies and researches ...

PQQ supplements are catching attention of lots of health enthusiasts or around the world. Pyrroloquiniline Quinone is the full scientific name of this substance. These supplements are claimed to increase energy levels, mental focus and sexual power in human body. PQQ, commonly also known as methoxatin , is basically a vitamin like compound. It naturally exist in soil and variety of foods such as spinach, kiwi, soy beans and human breast milk. Although there are several claims of health benefits, but till now all the functions PQQ have on human body are undetermined. These supplements are well known for their potent antioxidant effects. So let’s go through the potential benefits of PQQ supplements on human body. • May help in lowering down inflammation. Some studies and researches point towards the fact that PQQ has anti inflammatory effects. Properties that they contain may help you to reduce the risk of various inflammatory issues. During a study on animals found that when PQQ were gi...

Peaches are one of the delicious and most loved fruit all around the world. With a vast reserves of fibre, minerals and vitamins. These fruits can be enjoyed raw, cooked or baked. In fact, both peach flesh and peach skin are edible. However many health experts advise to avoid the skin of peach and not to eat it. So let’s check out the pros and cons of eating peach skin. • Benefits of eating peach skin Though peach skin is very toxic for certain animal species, but it’s not toxic for humans and generally considered safe to eat. A whole peach is very good source of energizing complex carbohydrates, fibre, vitamins and minerals. Addition to these , they have good antioxidant capacity that helps in fighting free radicals. Those may cause oxidative damage and may lead various diseases. Peach skin contains about 3 grams of fibre, so it is the best way to get most fibre out of peach. These type of fibre rich fruits promote regular bowel movements and even reduce the risk of heart diseases. Pe...

Indian Gooseberry or locally known as Amla, is a fruit tree that grows in native parts of Asia. Since older times, it has been used because of it’s herbal and medicinal properties. This Indian fruit is rich in vitamin C, an often supported to have potential antioxidant and health benefits. Scientifically, Phyllanthus emblica and locally called as Amla, this small tree has yellow green flowers and blossoms into round edible fruit. Basically, the fruits of this plant are of size of a golf ball with a very thin peel. They have a discrete sour, bitter and astringent taste. This fruit is also used in Indian cooked cuisines. Mostly the supplements that are available in the market are in powdered and juice forms. • Amla and it’s anti aging properties Just because of high vitamin C content, Indian Gooseberry have several promising anti aging benefits. It is scientifically proven that vitamin C is an antioxidant that can help you in preventing cellular damage. Amla because of it's antioxid...

Since last few decades cottages has gained a good popularity in health enthusiasts. Cottage cheese is basically a low calorie cheese with mild flavour. This cheese is often recommended as part of healthy diet by experts and professionals. Cottage cheese have a vast reserve of quality protein and essential nutrients. This is the reason behind it’s widely used by athletes and health enthusiasts in weight loss plans. Generally, cottage cheese is soft, white and creamy dairy product. Basically it is a fresh and do not have much processing or undergo any aging or ripening process. Cottage cheese is manufactured from cards of various levels of pasteurized cow milk. However, with increasing technology and demand it is now available in creamed, wiped, lactose free, reduced sodium and sodium free varieties. • Cottage cheese can be helpful in losing weight Experts and nutritionists generally include cottage cheese in weight loss program. During a study in which participants were on a high protei...

Vitamin C is a water soluble vitamin that is commonly found in many fruits and vegetables. This vitamin is known for its potentials in healthy immune system and skin. Vitamin C is well known for being a potent antioxidant too. Moreover, it has vital role in collagen synthesis, connective tissues, bones, teeth and other small blood vessels. The human body cannot produce the required amount of vitamin C. Therefore, it becomes essential for mankind to consume this vitamin regularly. Deficiencies in terms of Vitamins in the body includes bleeding gums, frequent bruising, infections, poor wound healing, anaemia, scurvy etc. So here we are mentioning some of the best sources of vitamin C that are commonly available worldwide. • Rose hips  Rose hip is basically small, sweet, tangy fruit that is derived from rose plant. It has a good vitamin C content. On an estimation, 6 year old helps provide about 119 mg of vitamin C. Good vitamin C intake is important for collagen synthesis. Studies to...

  Turmeric is considered as the most effective nutritional supplement till now exists. This ingredient has gone under various researches and studies that reveal its benefits on human body. So here we are coming up with five most effective health benefits of curcumin and turmeric. • Curcumin is a natural anti-inflammatory substance  Inflammation is a property that helps your body to fight against foreign invaders and infections. If body do not have good inflammation, it can easily be attacked by pathogens like bacteria and viruses. A small term accurate inflammation is very beneficial, but if it becomes chronic it can have several body issues too. Regular low inflammation can have several results like metabolic syndrome, heart diseases, cancer, Alzheimer’s etc. Curcumin is strongly anti inflammatory and is also a prominent ingredient in anti inflammatory drugs. • Turmeric increases antioxidant capacity of the body  With growing of the age, oxidative stress and oxidative d...

Diabetes is a chronic disease that is commonly found in almost all ages from adults to children, and it is somewhat spreading like an epidemic. Diabetes is a chronic disease and uncontrolled diabetes may cause serious consequences which include various heart diseases, kidney diseases, blindness and other complications. Meanwhile, eating certain food and drink items can raise your blood sugar extremely which will promote inflammation and risk of diabetes. Carbohydrates is the main cause of increase in sugar levels in blood. This is because the starch and fructose content carbohydrate have, directly breakdown into glucose and sugar. It is important to maintain a low carbohydrate intake diet and for that we are coming up with some of the food items that one should avoid during diabetes. • Sugar beverages Not only for diabetic person, sugary beverages are the worst food item that one can have. This is because they are very high in carbohydrates. In addition to carbohydrates, these things a...