12 Fantastic Health Benefits of Drinking Coffee

Coffee's distinctive smell and palatable taste are what help an estimated 100 million Americans pry themselves out of bed each morning. However, while its addictive flavor keeps us wanting more, you may find comfort in knowing the many hidden health benefits of consuming a daily cup of Joe. In truth, coffee is actually pretty healthy - it is packed with antioxidants and beneficial nutrients. What's more, studies show that coffee drinkers have a lower risk of developing serious diseases.

1. It is great for the liver

In 2006, a study that included 125,000 people aged 22 and over found those who drank at least one cup of coffee a day were 20 percent less likely to develop liver cirrhosis - an autoimmune disease caused by excessive alcohol consumption that can lead to liver failure and cancer. Studies have also shown that consuming coffee regularly (four or more cups a day) may help prevent people from developing non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).

2. It reduces your chances of skin cancer

.if you are a woman. A study conducted by Bringham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, followed 112,897 men and women over a 20-year period. They discovered that women who drank more than three cups of coffee a day were less likely to develop skin cancer than those who didn't.

3. It reduces your chance of type 2 diabetes

According to a study from the American Chemical Society, drinking coffee may reduce your chances of developing Type 2 diabetes. Researchers found that people who drink four or more cups of coffee a day reduce their chances of developing Type 2 diabetes by 50 percent.

 

4. Keeps your brain healthy for longer

Studies conducted on a group of people aged 65 and older at the University of South Florida and the University of Miami respectively found that those with higher levels of caffeine in their blood developed Alzheimer's disease two to four years later than those with lower levels of caffeine. The study's co-author and neuroscientist, Dr Chuanhai Cao, reported he firmly believed that moderate coffee consumption can appreciably reduce your risk of Alzheimer's or delay its onset.

 

5. Improves brain function, thus makes one more intelligent

Coffee is renowned for its quick-fix energy-boosting effects. However, aside from giving you a much-needed jolt, coffee makes you sharper. According to CNN, coffee allows your brain to work in a more efficient and smarter way. It improves your reaction time, vigilance, attention and logical reasoning.

6. Reduces your risk of heart diseases

In a study conducted by Korean researchers, participants who consumed three to five cups of Joe a day were less likely to show the first signs of heart disease. However, it is important to consider other dietary factors too, as Koreans typically have a different diet to Westerners.

7. Lowers your risk of multiple sclerosis

Recent studies have shown that four cups of coffee a day may help protect against the development and re-occurrence of Multiple Sclerosis. It is believed that coffee prevents neural inflammation, which may lead to the disease.

8. Reduces your risk of colorectal cancer 

Consuming coffee can reduce the chances of developing colorectal cancer by 26 percent. According to one study, the more coffee you consume the lower the risk. 

9. Coffee contains more antioxidants than fruits and vegetables

A study conducted in 2005 found that nothing comes close to providing as many antioxidants as coffee. While fruits and vegetables are loaded with antioxidants, the human body absorbs the most from coffee.

 10. It can lessen the symptoms of Parkinson's

Studies show that people who consume caffeine are less likely to develop Parkinson's. It also stated that drinking coffee may help people with Parkinson's disease control their movement. 

 11.The scent of coffee can reduce stress

Research conducted at the Seoul National University examined the brains of rats who were stressed as a result of sleep deprivation. The study found that those who were exposed to coffee aromas experienced changes in brain proteins tied to that stress. 

12. Enhances your mood

A study by the National Institute of Health found that those who drank more than four cups of java a day were less likely to be depressed. Coffee's mood boosting benefits do not occur due to the 'caffeine high', rather coffee makes you feel good due to its trusty antioxidants.

 

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Importance Of Vitamin A In Our Diet

Most of us have read that for Vitamin A deficiency, children are given high units of this vitamin-100 000 IU (30 mg RE) vitamin A for children 6-11 months old, it is given once a year. This is mainly done to prevent night blindness in those kids who are deficient in this vitamin. This high dose is given, as Vitamin A being fat soluble vitamin, it is stored in the body, unlike water soluble ones, which we need to take daily to meet our daily requirements.

Vitamin A is essential for various body functions, the most important are vision, immunity, skin and hair health and correct genetic transcription. Signs of vitamin A toxicity include bone pain, brittle nails, hair loss,fatigue, dry and fissured skin and abnormal liver function. Deficiency of Vitamin A leads to night blindness.
Some interesting fatcs about vitamin A: 

1. Vitamin A is a fat soluble vitamin, thus requires fat for effective absorption.
2. Normal level of vitamin A required for proper body functioning is about 3000 mg per day. A person could also end up eating more of Vitamin A on a regular basis, which could lead to vitamin A toxicity. If it is consumed from natural sources, it is not harmful; however, if synthetic vitamin A is consumed, it may end up as a toxin in the body. 
3. Every 100 g of sweet potato contains about 19200 IU of vitamin A. Sweet potato can be consumed in cooked, baked, cubed, raw or frozen form. It can be used in multiple ways and is one of the most vitamin A rich foods.
4. Carrots is the most popular rich source of vitamin A. Every child knows that carrots are good for vision and eye health. Carrots can also be consumed in baked, cooked, raw or frozen form. Every 100 g of carrot contains about 17000 IU of carrot, which more than takes care of daily requirements.
5. Green leafy vegetables are another rich source of vitamin A. This could be spinach, lettuce, beet greens, turnip greens, collards, kale, or other greens. Each of them contains sufficient amounts of vitamin A, and including about 100 g provides about 14000 IU of vitamin A. These can be used as salad dressings or cooked with lentils to make variety of dishes.
6. The liver from any animal is the most effective nonvegetarian source of vitamin A. Consuming liver 2 to 3 times per day gives sufficient amounts vitamin A for men, women and children. Cod liver oil, which are available widely in the market are also a good source, if meat is not available.
7. Dry fruits, such as apricots, which are sundried and used when there is no season for apricots, are another rich source of vitamin A. Dried peaches and prunes are also good sources for this vitamin.
8. Consuming about 2 egg yolks per day provides all the required vitamin A for your body. It does contain cholesterol, but the body does need small amount of cholesterol too for various functions.
9. Dairy products, such butter and cream from cow's milk which are especially fed on grass are again great sources of vitamin A.
10. Small amounts of vitamin A are also present in cantaloupe melons, pumpkins, squash fruits, beetroot, bell peppers and most importantly in seasonal fruits.                                         
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Eating Slowly May Help Shed Those Extra Kilos!

If you have been trying hard to shed those extra kilos, you must try eating slow. According to the researchers, chewing slowly and refraining from eating for two hours before bedtime may help cut down on weight. Changes in eating habits were strongly associated with lower obesity and weight, and smaller weight circumference. The findings were based on health insurance data for nearly 60,000 people with diabetes who submitted claims and had regular health check-ups between 2008 and 2013.

The data used in the research included information on the dates of consultations and treatments, while the check-ups included measurements of weight (BMI) and waist circumference and the results of tests for blood chemistry, urine and liver function.

During the check-ups, the participants were asked about their lifestyle, including their eating and sleep habits as well as alcohol and tobacco consumption. They were also asked about their eating speed, which was categorized as fast, normal or slow. Moreover, they were quizzed about whether they did any of the following three or more times in a week-

• Eat dinner within two hours of going to sleep,
• Snack after dinner
• And skip breakfast

More than a third of participants had one check-up over six years, while under a third had two. One in five had three. The results suggested that the slow-eaters tended to be healthier and to have a healthier lifestyle than either the fast or normal speed eaters.

Around half of the total sample changed their eating speed over the course of the six years. All the aspects of eating and sleeping habits studied, as well as alcohol consumption and previous obesity-defined as a BMI of 25 kilograms per square meters were significantly associated with obesity.

Although absolute reductions in waist circumference, an indicator of a potentially harmful midriff bulge-were small, they were greater among the slow and normal speed eaters.

Snacking after dinner and eating within two hours of going to sleep three or more times a week were also strongly linked to changes in BMI. However, skipping breakfast was not.

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HEALTH BENEFITS OF TURMERIC

1) Turmeric aids digestion by increasing the secretion of digestive juices, especially bile secretion.

2) Turmeric works on your weak joints with its anti-inflammatory properties when mixed with other herbs.

3) Turmeric is loaded with high antioxidant activity that saves our DNA from damage & abnormal cell growth.

4) Turmeric heals ulcerative colitis by reducing the flare ups & keeping your gut healthy with its anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory & immune regulating properties.

5) Turmeric improves your liver function even when significant damage has been done.

6) Turmeric helps in controlling your cholesterol, especially the LDL cholesterol.

7) Turmeric milk can help you fight colds and other seasonal infections.
 
8) Turmeric has been used for ages to improve brain function.
 
9) Turmeric can improve your mood & reduce the risk of depression.
 
10) Turmeric an help you fight some visible signs of ageing like graying of hair, loss of mean muscle mass, wrinkled skin etc.

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EATING EGGS IS GOOD FOR BREAKFAST

There are many myths attached to eggs- one should not eat eggs in summer, as it will have bad effects on you health. Another myth that eggs have too much cholesterol, hence will generate great amounts of body heat !

Having eggs for breakfast helps you with the following: 1. Cholesterol Factor - To be precise, a single egg provides 212 mg of cholesterol out of the recommended 300 mg. However, cholesterol in your diet does not raise the cholesterol levels in your blood. This happens because the liver produces a high quantity of cholesterol each day, and when you eat more eggs causing your cholesterol levels to rise, the liver starts producing less of it. In fact, a study found that eggs didn't raise cholesterol in 70% of its test subjects. 2. Provides Choline - Choline is a substance, which is required by the body to build cell membranes and to perform a horde of other functions like liver function, brain development, nerve, and muscle function. Lack of choline could lead to disruption of these functions. Whole eggs contain more than 100 mg of this less known nutrient, and therefore, should be a part of your diet. 3. Contains Lutein and Zeaxanthin - One of the gradual symptoms of aging is worsening eyesight. There are many types of nutrients that help in countering this degenerative process. Two such nutrients are lutein and zeaxanthin, which eggs are rich in. These two antioxidants help to build up the retina of the eye. Moreover, they also help in preventing eyesight conditions like cataracts and macular degeneration. Eggs are also rich in Vitamin A, the lack of which is the most common cause of blindness worldwide.
  4.Reduce risk of stroke- For many decades, eggs have been unfairly criticized. A popular misbelief was that high cholesterol in eggs made them a cause for cardiac problems. In a review, which accounted for 17 studies and a total of 263,938 participants, no associations were found between eggs and heart diseases. Eggs are also highly filling and help to lose weight to a certain extent. 

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HEALTH BENEFITS OF POTATO JUICE

Potato is loaded with thiamin, niacin, potassium, Vitamin C & more.

10 health issues that can be remedied by using a raw potato

1) Stomach and digestive problems- drink potato juice.

2) High cholesterol levels- take advantage of potato's antioxidant properties. drink potato juice to lower bad cholesterol.

3) Arthritis- as few as 1-2 teaspoons of potato juice taken before each meal can alleviate the symptoms of arthritis. Alternatively, boil potato peelings for 3-5 minutes, strain and drink when cooled. Do this 4 times a day to reduce inflammation associated with arthritis.

4) Scurvy- With its Vitamin C rich content, potato juice can help one recover from scurvy.

5) Skin problems- grate a potato and rub it over your skin and rinse.This will provide your skin with healthy boost of nutrients and moisture.

6) Tired eyes- place a slice of raw potato over each eye-lid and leave for a few minutes.This will rid you of puffy eyes.

7) Headache- treat by placing a thin slice of potato over the forehead. For chronic headaches- drink 1/4 cup of hot potato juice before each meal.

8) Liver function issues- boil potato peelings in a cup of hot water, strain and drink once cooled.Drink daily to improve live and gallbladder performance.

9) Swelling and itching- apply potato slices to swollen or itchy skin areas. Use also for insect bites and dermatitis.

10) Cancer- thanks to their powerful content, potatoes are also said to fight some types of cancer-

How to make potato juice

cube 2 raw medium potatoes

run through a juicer

add any other fruit or vegetables to enhance the flavour(optional).

Precaution: Potato juice may be a great healer for your body, however it is advised not to consume more than half a cup of it daily.
  
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