Ayurveda by Nelly

Love them or hate them, there’s no denying that Brussel’s sprouts are a vitamin-packed addition to any meal… This mini, sweet and tender cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable, which means that it has the fantastic ability of aiding the metabolisation of  excess estrogen , helping to prevent estrogen dominance. Our Brussel’s sprout recipe is also packed with  antioxidants , which help to slow down the effects of ageing as well as protect your body against cancer-causing free radicals. Sprouts are best eaten in winter when they are seasonally available, as they’re sweeter and it’s better from a sustainability perspective. This means that they’re ideal for adding to your winter table as part of a larger dish or as a side, so why not experiment with them and banish once and for all the idea that sprouts have to be bland and boring?! We have included delicious pomegranate seeds in this recipe to bring colour and flavour to your dish. Nutritionally,  nuts  an...

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 te...

What Is Bloating? Bloating—that uncomfortable, occasionally painful sensation of increased abdominal pressure. For many, bloating is the normal aftermath of a meal rich in beans and other notorious gas-producing foods. Yet, for some, bloating is all too frequent, and its effects are inconvenient, if not debilitating.  This article will examine the top causes of bloating and explore the evidence supporting natural treatments. Causes of Bloating Beyond Excessive Gas Bloating, often pinned on excess gas, has a more nuanced explanation. Sure, gas plays a role, but a host of other factors can cause uncomfortable sensations of bloating. Fermentation Have you ever wondered where the gas in our digestive system comes from? While some of it may be swallowed, especially if drinking carbonated beverages or chewing gum, most gas that causes problematic bloating originates from the gut microbiome. This complex ecosystem of bacteria living in our large intestines feeds on the undigested remains ...

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is considered the holiest month. Muslims practice fasting from dawn to dusk in the month of Ramadan as an act of worshipping the God which enables them to maintain self-discipline, sacrifice, and compassion for those less fortunate. Ayurveda is the holy science of medicine that can be traced back to the ancient Hindu Vedic era. However, separated by religious boundaries, fasting in Ramadan and Ayurveda both share similarities in their basic principles. Ramadan is considered the holy month for detoxification and cleansing of the body . The main aim here is to healthily abstain from excess food, luxuries, and to practice mental discipline. Fasting is Ramadan and Ayurveda can be highly correlated with each other. Fasting According to Ayurveda Ayurveda considers indigested food and diminished digestive fire as one of the biggest cause for a majority of the diseases. The undigested food that accumulates in our gastrointes...