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Yoga For Eyes 👀

  What Science says about Eyesight & Vision Worldwide, the number of people of all ages visually impaired is estimated to be about 285 million, the majority of them attributed to uncorrected refractive errors (43 percent) and cataracts (33 percent). A report published by the American Academy of Ophthalmology predicted that about 49.8 percent of the world’s population would have myopia by the year 2050. With such alarming statistics, one cannot afford to rule out significant care for one’s vision as part of the daily regime. Even 10-15 minutes every day of eye yoga exercises will keep your eyes healthy and devoid of any complications. These yoga eye exercises to improve eyesight  will benefit you ranging in better vision to increased concentration  and spiritual insight. Yoga for eyes will help protect your vision from the stresses of light, tension, and other environmental conditions -  keeping them refreshed and bright. Yoga Eye Exercises could do...
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World Stroke Day : Warning signs of stroke everyone should know !

Around the world, someone suffers a stroke every 3 seconds, amounting to 12.2 million new strokes annually Cases of stroke are increasing worldwide due to lifestyle or genetic changes. Experts on warning signs, risk factors and treatment for stroke. A  stroke  occurs when the blood flow to the  brain  is disrupted and the lack of oxygen starts to damage the brain cells and tissues. If not addressed on time, stroke can lead to brain damage or even death. Cases of stroke are increasing worldwide due to lifestyle or genetic changes. While people above 55 years were more susceptible to it earlier, it is increasingly becoming common in young.  Sedentary lifestyle , unhealthy food, certain medications could also raise risk of stroke.  A stroke is a medical emergency that can potentially result in paralysis or numbness in the face, arm, or leg. Around the world, someone suffers a stroke every 3 seconds, amounting to 12.2 million new strokes annually. Globally, o...
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Cloves: Benefits and Uses At Home

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Home Remedies For Motion Sickness 💨

If you have ever been in the backseat of a car on a winding road and started to feel nauseated, dizzy, and just plain awful, you have experienced motion sickness. We often feel symptoms of motion sickness when we are on a boat, a train, and even when flying on a plane. Children can sometimes get motion sick when playing on swings at the playground or when on rides at the fair, such as a spinning ride, or one that has you hanging upside down.  Motion sickness can absolutely ruin a trip or a day of playing and it can often take hours to recuperate from the very unpleasant feeling of motion sickness. Let’s take a look at what causes you to feel sick and ways to prevent it as well as herbs and remedies to make you feel better once you begin to feel motion sickness coming on.  Causes of Motion Sickness Motion sickness   is caused by a conflict in your senses. When you are in the backseat of a car going around twists, turns, and bends or bumping down bad roads, your e...
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Ayurvedic Tips For Transitioning From Summer to Fall 🍂

Seasonal transitions are the most important times to mind your health, as the shifting climate can lead to imbalances of the mind and body. Find out what you can do for a healthier fall! In October, as the leaves start falling, nature starts to let go cuing that we need to as well! The transition from one season to another is called  Ritusandhi  in Ayurveda and is a vulnerable time when we need to be cautious about our health. In a couple of weeks, we move from the hot  Pitta  summer to the cool, windy fall  Vata  season.  Our digestion and immunity weaken, we may be prone to allergies and experience bloating , dryness, restlessness, anxiety or insomnia. In  October,  as the leaves start falling, nature starts to let go cuing that we need to as well!  This is a time to balance the residual impact of one  Dosha  and the onset and accumulation of the other.  Pitta  inflammation needs to be cleansed and  Vata...
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Which Foods Are High in Vitamin A?

What Is Vitamin A ? Vitamin A  is a fat-soluble vitamin needed for maintaining health. As a term, vitamin A includes a group of related compounds including active vitamin A and its precursors, the provitamin A carotenoids. Vitamin A is found in both animal and plant foods, although in different forms. One of the active forms of the vitamin, retinol, is found in animal products like meat and eggs. The precursors, or “provitamin” forms of the vitamin, include the carotenoids  beta-carotene , alpha-carotene, and beta-cryptoxanthin. Carotenoids are found in plants and often give yellow-orange coloration to different fruits and vegetables. The Function of Vitamin A Vitamin A  is needed for cellular growth and development. It also plays a critical role in vision, immune function, reproduction, bone health, and gene regulation. The vitamin is of crucial necessity during childhood development. In countries with poor levels of vitamin A in the diet, supplementation has been shown...
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Goldenrod 💛 : Benefits, Dosage & Precautions

You may know goldenrod best as a yellow wildflower, but it’s also a popular ingredient in herbal supplements and teas. The herb’s Latin name is  Solidago , which means “to make whole or heal” and reflects its use in traditional herbal medicine. Goldenrod is most often used as a supplement for improving urinary health and reducing inflammation. This article reviews the potential benefits, dosage information, and precautions for goldenrod . What is goldenrod? Goldenrod grows in Europe, Asia, and North and South America. It flourishes in roadside ditches and fields and is often considered a weed. The plant’s yellow flowers bloom in late summer and early fall. It cross-pollinates easily with other plants, so there are more than 100 different species of goldenrod. Many of these are thought to have similar health properties. Solidago virgaurea  — sometimes called European goldenrod — is probably the best-studied species in terms of its health benefits. It has uses in both traditi...
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How can Ayurveda treat psoriasis?

Ayurveda is an ancient medical practice that some people try for psoriasis. It involves specific dietary habits, herbal compounds, and various other supportive practices. Psoriasis is an inflammatory condition that affects the skin, causing the excessive and rapid growth of skin cells. It can lead to the formation of thick, scaly plaques. Ayurvedic medicine involves ingredients that other medical disciplines have also used to treat psoriasis, such as  aloe vera  and  turmeric . While Ayurveda may be able to treat psoriasis in some people, researchers have not done large-scale clinical trials and systematic reviews to assess its safety and effectiveness. In this article, we look at the benefits of Ayurveda for people with psoriasis. We also examine the research into whether it offers effective treatment. Ayurveda and psoriasis A person with psoriasis could use Ayurvedic preparations on their skin. One of the most common topic...
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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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Fruit Guide 🍒🍓🍍🍅🍋🍏🍎🍐🍇🍌

  You should include a variety of fruits in your daily diet. How to choose a variety of fruits? How much should you eat in a day? Let us talk about it in this guide. KEY RECOMMENDATIONS Variety:  Include a variety of fruits. Variety is key to health and maintaining the balance of dosha and nutrients in the body. Eat at least 2-3 different fruits daily. Choose fruits from different fruit categories. Local and Seasonal:  Choose fruits that are local and seasonal and widely available and grown in your country. Include Berries:  Berries are essentially important. You should try to include berries in your daily fruit plate. Find your native berries if not listed in this guide. Ripe and Uncooked:  Eat moderately ripe fruits, which are not processed, cooked or combined with other foods groups (except non-starchy vegetables). RECOMMENDED FRUIT SERVINGS You should consider your appetite, tolerance and metabolism to check how much you can eat and digest. According to the ...
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