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Allergy Season : Immunity Explained ( The Ayurveda Way) !

Immunity Introduction When it comes to the immune system, two words that are most important are antigens and antibodies. To put it simply, antigens are any foreign bodies or toxins that initiate an immune response in the body. Antibodies are proteins produced by the body to fight against these antigens. Let us just assume our body’s immune system and its response as an interesting drama that plays as long as we live. Now, certainly, it should have some main characters without which the drama never unfolds.  White blood cells (WBC) , also known as leukocytes are the key factors or main characters that help build and maintain a strong immune system in our body. They circulate through the blood vessels and lymphatic vessels and do a constant patrol every time so that our body is always ready to fight any foreign body. WBCs are mainly 2 types: Phagocytes Lymphocytes Phagocytes As the name suggests, these cells engulf and absorb the pathogens, just like that! Remember the terms  Neutrophils
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6 Months to Go : Things to give up in 2022

It’s time to begin the countdown to welcome the other half of the year. Take a PAUSE and think of these things you would want to give up in   2022 . Fuel your mind, change gears and kick-start your new year with these pointers: 1. Upgrade your willpower like you upgrade all your digital gadgets. Are you waiting to give up your puffs and alcohol? Hit the  gym  with greater regularity? Just commit yourself to it.   2. No procrastination. Do you love postponing your  to-do-lists  just to achieve perfection? Are you waiting for that right hour on the right day, to either begin your task or make your submissions or learn that new instrument? If your answer to the above questions is “YES”, put a full-stop to this habit right NOW. 3. Kick off any sense of lethargy - be it for social commitments or for your  growth . Practice this and see your confidence oozing. 4.  Do not let toxins remain unattended in your body . Help your body flush them out. Consume  more liters of H2O , do a little fasti
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The Corwn Chakra 💜

The crown chakra is the seventh chakra. Located at the top of the head, it gives us access to higher states of consciousness as we open to what is beyond our personal preoccupations and visions. The function of the Crown chakra is driven by consciousness and gets us in touch with the universal. Crown chakra meaning The seventh chakra is referred to as: Crown chakra Sahasrara Shunnya Niralambapuri The Sanskrit name “Sahasrara” is sometimes used to designate the seventh chakra. It can be translated as “Thousand petals”. Crown chakra color The crown chakra is most commonly represented with the color white, although it can also be depicted as deep purple. The auric color of crown chakra energy can also be seen as gold, white, or clear light. Crown chakra symbol The symbol of the Crown chakra is composed of: A circle A thousand petals The dominating color of the crown chakra symbol is white. Its petals are multicolor, like a rainbow. The circle is sometimes compared to the symbol of the ful
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Beet the Heat 💜

Oh my goodness. Does it feel like the sun is following you for the last two days? Do you feel like you’re melting? As of few hours ago my phone sent a heat wave alert … second day in a row! The headline for SoCal News today reads: “Winds Pick Up as San Diego County Is in 2nd Day of Extreme Heat”. My immediate thought was, “Well, there goes my dinner plan.” Followed by one inevitable question I think that unites all mothers, fathers or anyone who is in-charge of the kitchen …  “What am I going to cook tonight? The original recipe was inspired by my own variation of Gazpacho that I like to make with watermelon , tomato , and cucumber during the hot summer days. However, as the season as transitioned, Mama Earth has  also transitioned to providing what is appropriate for us now. Thus, Beet The Heat, a cool soup for this heat wave was birthed!  The other special consideration I included for this soup is making sure it is still Vata- Season friendly for the SoCal climate. BEET NOTE: Beets
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Selenium : Natural sources , Benefits & Precautions

  Selenium   is a trace mineral required by the body for its proper growth and functioning. The soil is the source of the   mineral   from where it finds its way into plants and other food sources. Natural source of selenium is generally better than supplements.   Selenium benefits the human body as it is an  antioxidant  powerhouse and prevents cell damage . Natural Food Sources of  Selenium Brazil nuts Sesame seeds Sunflower seeds Fish like sardine, tuna and Mackerel Poultry Lamb Beef Cottage Cheese Whole wheat Brown Rice Mushrooms Asparagus Spinach Oatmeal Selenium Requirement The human body requires selenium in very small quantities. Nevertheless the mineral serves several vital functions. The daily requirement of selenium is easily met through natural food sources but this shouldn’t exceed 400 mcg in adults. The RDA for adult females is 55 mcg and for adult males 70 mcg. The requirement of selenium changes to 60 mcg for pregnant women and lactating females need 70 mcg of selenium
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4 Ways To Treat Hair Loss Naturally 💇

Hair loss is a common condition that can impact an individual’s self-esteem. In any case of hair loss, understanding the underlying cause is key to treatment.  There are a number of different factors that can cause and contribute to hair loss. Some of the more common factors include: Stress Nutritional deficiencies Autoimmune conditions: alopecia areata Hormone changes: androgenic alopecia Hair Loss from  Stress Stress-induced hair loss is officially called telogen effluvium. Different types of stressors can cause hair loss, including both physical and mental stress, illness, and even medications. Usually, hair loss occurs within a few weeks, although quicker and delayed hair loss after stress has all been documented. Normally, hairs are all progressing through the hair cycle at different stages, with growth, resting phases, and shedding occurring on a normal, random basis. Due to an initiating stressor, hair growth phases can synchronize all at once into the shedding phase and excess
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How to Start Excercising - No Matter Your Fitness !

As humans, we need movement: exercise keeps our  cardiovascular system  healthy,   keeps our bones strong , improves our blood circulation, and can even lower our risk for certain diseases. Ideally, we should start moving as young children, but even if you’ve never taken a group class,  gone for a run ,  practiced yoga , or  tried to swim , it’s not too late to start.  For many, starting a new  workout program  isn’t the problem; it’s maintaining the consistency. It can be helpful to remember why you’re exercising in the first place: To feel better To move with more ease To prevent injury To live longer To increase energy To reduce risk for cardiovascular diseases,  diabetes ,  obesity , and  high blood pressure To lose weight or gain strength To improve  circulation To improve  cholesterol To reduce pain of  osteoarthritis To help with depression or  mental health issues To improve  sleep To increase  metabolism For Beginners For those new to working out,i start slow. Unless you’re in
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Health Benefits Of Brazil Nuts

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Green Herbs Smoothie 💚

                                     Green herbs  Smoothie  promotes green’s intake. Most people feel difficulty taking fresh herbs and green leafy vegetables. It is the best solution for them. Green Smoothie with herbs provides a huge amount of antioxidants and phytonutrients, which help maintain optimum health. Some herbs like basil have neuroprotective, cognition-enhancing and stress-relieving effects. Mint also acts as a neuroprotective. ( 1 ,  2 ) The green leafy vegetables provide the strongest protection against major chronic diseases. If you take one serving of these greens, they also reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes. ( 3 ,  4 ,  5 ) Recommended Time:  7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Recommended Ingredients Ingredients Recommended Restricted Smoothie Base Water, Coconut Water, Cucumber, Celery, homemade plant-based milk Melons, Yogurts (including plant-based yogurts) Leafy Green & Petiole Vegetables   Arugula, Celery leaves, Chicory green, Collard greens, Curry Leaves, Dand
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11 Calming Herbs to keep your Mind Balanced 💆

          Life is hard. Every day it seems like a new challenge appears to test your patience. You may not realize that chronic stress can also lead to long-term health complications. Living in a constant state of fight-or-flight tells your body to produce too much cortisol which can lead to weight gain, diabetes, mood swings, fatigue, and many other conditions. ( 1 ) While it’s important to take steps to manage stress, certain calming herbs can help strengthen your body’s stress response. Adaptogens are some of the best calming herbs because studies show they might make your body and mind more resilient to external stress. Keep in mind that adaptogens don’t work like prescription drugs for anxiety in that they kick in instantly. Instead, they need a few weeks to build up in your system before you notice the effects. When you need something in a pinch, however, other herbs and  essential oils  – like lavender oil – can ease symptoms almost instantly. 1.  LEMON BALM Lemon balm , also kn
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Natural Home Remedies For Minor Burns 🔥

Natural Home remedies for Burns The use of natural remedies given below can be highly effective in managing such minor burns. These remedies are aimed at promoting healing of the damaged skin tissues and minimizing pain. Raw Potato Raw potato can be used to treat minor skin burns. It possesses soothing properties, which help in providing relief from the burning sensation caused by burns. It also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent and reduces redness and inflammation of the skin. It can also reduce the chances of having blisters. Research has proved the beneficial effect of raw potato in the management of minor burns. The histological examination of the burnt area and clinical studies made on the comparable burn wounds treated with either peel of boiled potato affixed to gauze bandages or just gauze dressings showed that the patients treated with raw potato had a faster rate of recovery from the symptoms. It was found that the usage of the potato peel dressing eliminated or reduced desi
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6 Epic Uses Of Castor Oil

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