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  An overview of common Indian diet ·        Traditionally in most of culture of India is tend to have high carbohydrates and low proteins diet. ·        It is largely carbohydrate based; cereals, pulses, veggies and fruits. ·        It is low in proteins as it is vegetarian diet what is followed in most of region. ·        Dietary intake focuses on two big meals namely lunch & dinner, little snack and no breakfast so throughout the day only 3 meals are taken by most of individuals. ·        Following this 3 meals a day plan can lead to lots of deficiencies including micronutrients (calcium, iron) and deficiency of macro-nutrient proteins. ·        An adult requires proteins as per his/her body weight. So, if for e.g. a man with body weight of 70 kilograms will require proteins 70 grams. ...

  It is a rare infection from fungus, called mucormycosis or black fungus, is infecting patients of Covid–19 [i] . On May 9, 2021 ICMR and union health ministry issued advisory for screening and management of black fungus.  Mold growth with spores   Found at: Black fungus is mold which is present in soil, plants and other decayed organic substances (fruits/vegetables). Dr. Akshay Nair, Mumbai based eye surgeon believes that this mold is also present in human nose to some extent.  Black fungus is found on decayed fruits & vegetables Symptoms: 1.      Headache 2.      Nasal congestion, 3.      Facial pain, 4.      Loss of vision, 5.      Pain In eyes, 6.      Swelling in cheeks, 7.      Chest pain 8.      Black crust in nose. What happens to lungs: 1.      Infec...

Plants have played a significant role in maintaining human health and improving the quality of human life for thousands of years; they are also used in seasonings, beverages, cosmetics and as medicines. One of such a useful plant is ginger, available in all seasons, widely used in all households and one of favorite taste for most of individuals.  Ginger plant  Commonly available ginger has volatile oil, & that volatile oil present is gingerol and shagaol. It is mildly pungent with lemony and camphory note. The flavoring compound has sharp burning sensory stimulation. There is another variant called mango ginger, it is less pungent with a pleasant taste of fresh mango and some bit of turmeric.  How to use ginger Whole root is used for curries, pickles and in chutney. Ginger can be added in water to form tea or juice. Ginger + lemon juice can make summer best drink by adding sweetness. Ginger can be added in making fine paste of legumes. Ginger juice can be set as f...

Pandemic has brought world’s attention on health. Self-care, hygiene, diet boosting immunity and physical fitness are few factors contributing to a good health. In order to stay protected from virus, word immunity got exaggerated. Thereby, immune boosting diet, immune boosting exercise, chyawanprash, herbal tea, supplements, sanitizers, hand-wash, toilet wash and many more products got good revenue in last year. New studies focus on strong link between GUT and immunity. Factors on which GUT health is dependent: Your GUT is health of your intestine s which depends on the food intake and pattern you follow from your childhood. Health of intestines (GUT) also depends on the stress level, water intake, intake of fast-foods, sleep pattern and other lifestyle factors. Small & Large intestines If your GUT is healthy (which results from following healthy lifestyle) you will have lesser chances to fall sick and if on other side your GUT is unhealthy (resulting from following unhea...