Pressure In Contro

PRESSURE IN CONTROL

Here are 10 pill-free ways to keep your blood pressure in check this summer

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DRINK COCONUT WATER 
This mild tropical drink can lower blood pressure as much as 12 points for 71 per cent of people. Coconut water is packed with 1,500 mg of potassium per 20-ounce serving. This mineral helps calm the entire central nervous system, preventing artery-damaging blood pressure surges when life gets hectic. Look for coconut water in grocery stores and whole foods stores. 
SEASON WITH SESAME OIL 
The oil’s healthy polyunsaturated fatty acids and unique sesamin compound work together to relax blood vessel walls, preventing pressure spikes. Cook your meals in sesame oil or sprinkle them on rice or salad. 
COOK WITH CARDAMOM 
When people suffering from hypertension add 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom to their daily diets, it helps normalise their blood pressure in as little as 12 weeks. Cardamom is a slightly citrusy flavoured spice, which is packed with plant compounds that keep the muscles of your heart and arteries relaxed, so pressure surges are less likely to occur. 
DRINK TEA GENEROUSLY 
Despite all the fuss around green tea, black tea is far more beneficial, says a recent study. They are, after all, made from the leaves of the same plant and contain the same artery-relaxing antioxidants, which are essential. For optimum results, 
dunk the tea bag up 
and down a few 
times instead of 
just letting it 
quietly 
steep. Sip 36 
ounces of tea daily (three big mugs), and you’ll slash your risk of hypertension by 65 per cent. 
SEE MORE GREEN 
Looking at a scenic tranquil picture can lower your blood pressure as much as nine per cent. Looking at nature increases your brain’s production of soothing alpha-waves that calm your central nervous system and clamp down the production of the pressureraising stress hormone cortisol. Hanging a beautiful nature photo in your room or opening the blinds — if you’re lucky enough to have a soothing view — also work. 
SIT STRAIGHT 
There are nerves in your neck that send calming messages to your brain and slouching squishes the vertebrae and discs in your neck, pinching those delicate nerves and hindering their function. When you slouch and sit, it ups your blood pressure by as much as 16 per cent. 
STOCK UP ON POTATOES 
According to another research, savouring a potato every day (as long as you eat it mashed, boiled or baked — not fried) helps 81 per cent of people get their blood pressure under control (and with just half their usual prescription meds). 
Tubers are packed with potassium, chlorogenic acid and tryptophan, and these compounds work handin-hand to relax and open the blood vessels that nourish your heart. For top-notch blood pressure control, eat the skin. That is where most of the potato’s nutrients are stored. 
TAKE DEEP BREATHS 
Breathing slowly and deeply, taking 10 relaxed breaths per minute, instead of the more common 16, helps women slash 14 points off their blood pressure in one month. Calm breathing stalls production of stress hormones and that’s essential for keeping arteries relaxed and blood pressure in check.
DITCH ‘LOW-FAT’ FOOD 
The problem with processed foods that claim are low fat or fat-free is that in order to give them a decent texture and taste, manufacturers pack them with sugar, which is a potent, high blood pressure trigger. When your blood sugar surges, it causes damaging inflammation inside your blood vessels, escalating the build-up of the arterys tiffening plaque.

10 Inflaming vs 10 Anti Inflammation foods

10 Inflaming vs. 10 Anti-Inflammation Foods
Inflammation is a condition in which a part of the body shows symptoms of becoming red, swollen, hot and most of the time - painful. This is caused as a reaction to injury or infection. We can see inflammation when it's on the outside of the body. But what about internal inflammation? This can be caused by any number of reasons. One way to combat it and your quality of life is to eat a lot of foods that fight inflammation from inside the body.
For this reason, it is important to know which foods help you fight inflammation, and which are the cause of it.
10 foods That Cause Inflammation
1. Sugar - It's incredibly hard to avoid sugar, it's simply everywhere. Still, try to limit your intake of food filled with processed sugar, and go for sweet fruit instead. 
2. Common Cooking Oils - Safflower, soy, sunflower, corn, and cottonseed. These oils not only contribute to the onset of inflammation, but they are also made with cheap, unhealthy ingredients. 
3. Trans Fats - Trans fats increase bad cholesterol, promote inflammation, obesity and resistance to insulin. They are in fried foods, fast foods, commercially baked goods, such as peanut butter and items prepared with partially hydrogenated oil, margarine and vegetable oil.
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4. Red and Processed Meat - Red meat contains a molecule that humans don't naturally produce called Neu5GC. Once you ingest this compound, your body develops antibodies which may trigger constant inflammatory responses. Reduce red meat consumption and replace with poultry, fish and learn cuts of red meat, once a week at most. 
5. Feedlot-Raised Meat - Animals who are fed with grains like soy and corn contain high inflammation. These animals also gain excess fat and are injected with hormones and antibiotics. Always opt for organic, free-range meats that have been fed natural diets.
6. Dairy - While some yogurts are ok, the body has a hard time processing dairy products. Milk is a common allergen that may cause inflammation, stomach problems, skin rashes, hives and even breathing difficulties. Remember, milk is good for children but not as great for adults. 
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7. Alcohol - Regular consumption of alcohol causes irritation and inflammation to numerous organs, which can lead to cancer. 
8. Refined Grains - "Refined" products have no fiber and have a high glycemic index. They are everywhere: white rice, white flour, white bread, pasta, pastries... Try and replace with minimally processed grains.
9. Artificial Food Additives - Aspartame and MSG are two common food additives that can trigger inflammation responses. Try and omit it completely from your diet.
10. Undiagnosed Allergy - Do you constantly have headaches or feel tired? Sometimes, you may develop an allergy to a type of food and not even know it. Coffee, certain vegetables, cheese... there might be a trigger you aren't even aware of. Try and take a few foods out to see how you feel and slowly incorporate them back in to see if there might be a hidden culprit lurking in your diet!

10 Foods that are naturally anti-inflammation 
1. Salmon - Salmon contains the Omega 3 amino acids and has been known to treat a numbers of health issues. If you don't like eating fish, you can try a good, high-quality supplement. Try and integrate fish oil or oily fish into your meals twice a week to enjoy its advantages.

2. Garlic - Although garlic is more well known, research is actually a bit more inconsistent about its benefits. But it can help reduce inflammation, control blood sugar and fight infections. 
3. Extra Virgin Olive Oil - This oil has been the key to long living in the Mediterranean cultures for hundreds of years. The oil provides healthy amounts of anti-inflammation fats and can lower the risk of asthma and arthritis, as well as protect the heart and blood vessels.

4. Sweet Potato - Complex carbs, beta-carotene, vitamins B6 and C and fiber - these potatoes will work to heal inflammation raging through the body.

5. Blueberries - These berries not only fight inflammation, but are also an excellent anti-aging agent for the brain and, above all, fight diseases like cancer and dementia.

Tip: Best to go for organic berries, as their small size makes it hard to wash away the pesticides.

6. Kelp - This brow algae extract has important roles to play in the prevention and fight against liver and lung cancer. It also is a strong anti-inflammation agent, anti-tumor, and antioxidant. This one does it all. Good sources for kelp are Kombu, wakame, and arame.

7. Ginger - Regular ginger contains a multitude of potential health benefits. It fights inflammation, it helps control your blood sugar levels, and as a tea - it's really good for your diet.

8. Turmeric - Researches cannot stop talking about this powerful spice from Asia that is a strong contender in the anti-inflammatory ring, thanks to its active ingredient - curcumin. This strong ingredient is believed to also fight the development of Alzheimer's disease, counter heart problems, and act as a natural pain reliever.

9. Green tea - There are few things more proven and more healthy than green tea. It contains anti-inflammatory flavonoids to such an extent that drinking it actually lowers the risk of certain cancers.

10. Cruciferous Vegetables - Broccoli, brussels sprouts, kale, and cauliflower are all vegetables filled with high amounts of antioxidants. They are considered natural detoxifiers and rid the body of harmful materials that may do it damage.

Health Benefits Of Oatmeals

5 Health Benefits Oatmeal Provides
We all know oatmeal is good for us, but do you know how much it can really benefit you? Find out the whys and the hows of this incredibly healthy food by reading these 5 health benefits oatmeal provides!
oatmeal
1. Oatmeal decreases the levels of cholesterol in your blood as well as your risk of cardiac diseases
The FDA approved, in a unique move, a health labelon oatmeal packages that explains how soluble fibers from oatmeal, as part of a low trans-fat diet, can decrease your chances of being afflicted with heart conditions. This was based on 30 years of research into oatmeal and its benefits.

2. Oatmeal helps digestion processes
The soluble fibers in oatmeal are taken apart in the lower intestine by resident bacteria. Those fibers that were not taken apart increase the volume of food and hasten bowel movements. This method decreases the likelihood of inflammatory diseases in the lower intestine, including hemorrhoids. 

Tip: To enjoy these benefits, drink plenty of water. Consuming these fibers without drinking can cause constipation, stomach ache and gas. 



3. Oatmeal and blood sugar levels
Again, we turn to the soluble fibers, which slow down the absorption of carbohydrates, and so prevent sharp increases in blood sugar levels. A 10 year long research was published in the American Journal of Public Health and has showed that consuming about 1 cup of cooked oatmeal a day, 2-4 times a week, will decrease the risk of type II diabetes by 16%. When you bring it up to 5-6 times a week - the risk goes down by 39%.

4. Getting thinner with oatmeal
Oatmeal adds volume to the food by absorbing the liquid around it. In addition, the fibers slow the digestion process and give us a feeling of being full for longer periods of time. 

5. Oatmeal improves quality of sleep
People who consumed oatmeal before going to bed have demonstrated better and higher quality sleep than people who didn't. Oatmeal contains the essential amino acid tryptophan (one of the protein building blocks which we only get from food). tryptophan is a source material for creating melatonin (as well as serotonin). A lack in melatonin will cause sleeping problems, while an increase in tryptophan will prolong our deep sleep.

Recommended amount per day:
The general recommendation is about 4-5 spoons a day (can make a porridge of it), so you too can start enjoying the health benefits of oatmeal (at about 25-30 grams a day).

 

Medicinal Uses Of Kutaj Tree

Medicinal use of kutaj tree
Kutaj (Holarrhena antidysenterica Wall) is a glabrous tree or large shrub found throughout the deciduous forest areas of India at low elevations and up to 1100 meters in the tropical Himalayan tract. Kutaja seeds are known as Indrajau or Indrayava. Kutaja has bitter, pungent taste and cold in potency.
The bark of medicinal herb Kutaj has astringent, anthelmintic, amoebicidal and diuretic activities and is useful in treating diarrhoea, dysentery and amebiasis.
Natural remedies of Kutaja

The safe dosage of Holarrhena antidysenterica is as follows

Stem bark—20-30 grams for decoction
Stem bark powder- 3-6 gms
Seed powder-3-6 gms, 20-30 gm for Decoction
General Information

kutaja-Holarrhena antidysenterica 
Latin name: Holarrhena antidysenterica, Synonym H. pubescens Wall
Family: Apocynaceae
Sanskrit: Kutaja, Girimallikaa, Kaalinga, Kalingaka, Indravriksha, Shakra, Vatsa, Vatsaka, Shakraahvya. Indrayava, Indrabija, Vatsabija (seed)
Hindi: Indraju, Kurchi, Kuraiya
English: Ester Tree, Conessi Seeds, Ivory tree,Tellicherry Bark
Bengali: Kurchi
Punjabi: Indrajau, Kaurasakh, Kura
Gujarati: Kuda, Kudo
Malayalam: Kutakappala
Marathi: Kudayache Beej
Oriya: Kurei, Keruan
Kannada: Kodasige Beeja
Tamil: Kudasapalai
Telegu: Kodisapala Vittulu, Palakodisa-Vittulu
Urdu: Tukhm-e-Kurchi, Indarjao Talkh
Unani: Inderjo talkh, Teewaaj-e-Khataai
Siddha: Kudasappaalai-pattai,-vidai (bark, seed)
Here are few remedies that can be done at home using Easter tree or Kutaja (Holarrhena antidysenterica) to cure various ailments.

Sangrahani (dysentery or diarrhea of chronic ature), Dysentery
Kutaj is useful in treating atisaar, dast, Sangrahani and other such digestive system ailments. For treating these ailments you can take Ayurvedic medicine Kutaj Ghan Vati which is prepared from bark of Kutaj. Kutajarishta is also prepared from bark of Kutaj and can be taken in dose of 15-30 ml with equal amount of water after meal. Kutajarishta is useful in treating Grahani (malabsorption syndrome), Pravahika (dysentery), Raktatisara (diarrhoea with blood) and Jwara (fever).
If Kutaj bark is available then prepare its powder and take (1 tbsp) twice a day with water.
Arthritis, inflammation, pain
Boil bark in water, add salt and apply at inflamed joints.
Take powder of Kutaj bark (10 gm), harad (10 gm), sonth (10 gm). Take this powder (1 tbsp) twice a day. This gives relief in pain due to arthritis, gout and joint inflammation. It also improves digestive function. Kutaj causes constipation. So this combination helps in controlling that effect of bark.
Sexual debility, Dhatu rog
Collect its seed (Indrajau) clean them. Dry in shade. Grind to make powder. Mix this powder with Ashwagandha powder in 1:2 ratio. Add misri and take 1 tbsp twice a day for few days.
Diabetes
Soak Kutaj bark in water at night. Next morning drink this water.
Prameha, Pradar, Skin problem, Kidney stone
Soak bark (2 tbsp) in glass of water at night. Next morning drink this water.
Piles, Fistula
Take its bark powder (2 gms). This is helpful in stopping bleeding in Shonitarsha (Bleeding piles).
Skin problems, Boils, Eczema
Boil its bark in water and wash affected areas.

 

Does High Uric acid in blood causes Kidney Stones

Does High Uric Acid In Blood Cause Kidney Stones?

Uric acid is a waste product from our human body, the excess of which causes medical problems like Gout. Gout is a disorder in which uric acid builds up in the blood and gets deposited in joints.
Gout causes painful inflammation in one or more joints. A gout attack typically causes pain, swelling, redness, and warmth (inflammation) in a single joint, usually the big toe.
High Uric Acid 
Uric acid comes from the breakdown of substances called purines. Purines are found in our body’s tissues. They are also found in many foods we eat such as dried beans and peas and liver, for example. Uric acid normally dissolves in the blood, processes through the kidney, and leaves the body in the urine. When the body makes extra uric acid, or if the kidneys cannot clear enough of it, then uric acid levels in the blood hikes leading to hyperuricemia.
There are two main factors that lead to high amount of uric acid build up in the body.
When the body makes too much of uric acid
When the body finds it difficult to get rid of the uric acid
Gout is a condition which develops as concentrations of uric acid in the blood get so high resulting in the acid starting to solidify itself. This results in the formation of salt like crystals. When the concentration of uric acid gets as high as about 7 milligrams per deciliter and above, these crystals start getting formed.
In such cases, the excess uric acid crystals get deposited in the kidneys. This can form large stones there.
These stones are very painful and can cause permanent kidney damage. They can –
Form an obstruction which prevents the kidneys from removing wastes resulting in infections
Scar the kidneys as they have rough and sharp edges
Both these problems can lead to chronic kidney disease and even kidney failure.
Kidney Stones
Kidney stones are abnormal, hard, chemical deposits that form inside the kidneys. This condition also is called nephrolithiasis or urolithiasis. They are often as small as grains of sand and can pass out of the body in urine without causing discomfort.
However, the deposits can be much larger, sometimes the size of a pea or even a marble.
How to reduce Uric Acid levels in blood
The first step of treatment is to bring about a change in one’s eating habits.
One must eat fresh fruits and vegetables and take a whole grain rich diet every day.
Consumption of foods rich in purines like fatty red meats, poultry and seafood (tuna, codfish) must be reduced.
Medium purine foods like shrimp, lobster vegetables like cauliflower, spinach, mushrooms and green peas must be limited to a great extent.
Alcohol must be avoided altogether as it increases risk for gout attack. Intake of water must be increased as it helps flush out the excess uric acid.
Aim to drink at least 8-10 glasses of water on a daily basis.
Consult your dietitian and doctor and get a customized diet plan as some purine rich foods are also good sources of proteins.
Preventing a repeat gout attack is very important as it leads to a higher risk of heart elated disorders.

Accupressure Weight Loss Program

Acupressure Weight Loss Program for Appetite Balancing, Eating Disorders & Food Cravings using Deep Breathing & Self-Massage

The Acupressure Weight Loss and body image program provides an easy daily routine to balance your metabolism, appetite, and body’s energy system. Dieting alone is not enough. By actually working on your body – through gentle stretches, deep breathing, and self-massage on the acupressure points – you can transform your metabolism, eating imbalances, and cravings.

How does it Work? I produced the Acupressure Weight Loss Audio Program that guides you to gently stretch and move your body, which stimulates acupressure weight loss points. The program consists of 12 weight loss techniques, which activate the most important parts of your body for balancing your appetite, digestion, and elimination. This weight loss and body image program offers an effective approach to losing weight using three natural modalities:

Deep Breathing Exercises relax and calm you, gathering healing energy for reducing stress and improving your digestion.
Movement Stretches stimulate circulation in your abdominal area, regulating your appetite.
Self-Acupressure on key digestive points, increase your body’s awareness, decrease your food cravings, and balance your appetite through self-massage.
Acupressure Weight Loss Points: One of these twelve techniques, for instance, presses an acupressure point in your lower abdomen, three finger widths below your belly button, to increase the strength and function of your intestines. This point (CV 6) alone can enable you to lose weight by stimulating your body’s energy to eliminate properly. This routine includes massaging key ear points for eating disorders. By practicing this routine twice daily, you’ll have less stress, better appetite balance, and a greater sense of wellness.

Weight Loss Ear Points are illustrated in this e-audio program. Dieting alone is not enough as an effective weight-loss program. Focusing on a specific diet with less calories and more fiber is excellent for temporarily losing weight, but does not get at the causes of food addictions, obsessions, yearnings and carvings. People can lose weight on low-calorie diets, but they tend to gain it back.

 

SPECIAL MESSAGE - READ WITH FAMILY MEMBERS

 

SPECIAL MESSAGE . READ WITH FAMILY MEMBERS
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Never Tell Ur Problems to all,
20% will not Care
80% will be Glad that U have Them.
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Life is similar to Boxing Game.
Defeat is not Declared when U Fall Down.
It is Declared when U Refuse to Get Up.
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Always WRONG PERSONS Teach the
RIGHT LESSONS in Life.
That is called LIFE EXPERIENCE.
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Faith is taking the 1st Step,
even when U dont see the whole Staircase.
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Keep Ur Face to the Sun,
U will not see the Shadow.
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Everything is Valuable only at 2 Times:
1: Before Getting It.
2: After Losing It.
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2 Things brings Happiness Success
in Life:
1: The way U Manage
when U have Nothing.
2: The way U Behave
when U have Everything.
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2 Places are most Valuable in the World:
1: The NICEST Place is to be in
Someone's Thoughts.
2: The SAFEST Place is to be in
Someone's Prayers.
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'FEAR' has 2 Meanings:
1: Forget Everything Run.
2: Face Everything Rejoice.
Choice is Ours.
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ATTITUDE at its Best:
"My BACK is not a VOICE MAIL.
Kindly Say whatever U have by FACING ME".
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What is SUCCESS ?
SUCCESS is, when Ur Photo's are Uploaded on 'GOOGLE' instead of FACEBOOK.
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'EGO' is the only Requirement
to Destroy any Relationship.
Be a Bigger Person,
Skip the 'E' let it 'GO'.
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Do U know why God did not give Us
the Gift to Read Other's Mind ?
So that, We could have the Chances to
'TRUST' Privilege to be 'TRUSTED'.
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As long as We do not Forgive People
who have Hurt Us,
They Occupy a 'RENT-FREE-SPACE'
in our Mind.
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Always keep Hoping for Good.
Keep a Green Tree in Ur Heart.
The Singing Birds will Automatically come.
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If U Walk the Way guided by Humans,
U will find a Hopeless End.
BUT
If U will Walk the Way guided by GOD,
U will find Endless Hopes Opportunities.
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GOD always likes to know again again
what U want.
It is not that He Forgets Ur
Dreams Prayers,
But He Loves to Check Ur Passion
towards Ur Desire.
That is why He wants U to have Ur
'QUIET TIME' which We call as
'PRAYER TIME' with Him everyday.
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I asked GOD: If everything is already Written in Destiny,
then why should I Pray ?
GOD Smiled said: I have also Written
'CONDITIONS APPLY'.
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Empty Pockets Teach
Millons of Things in Life.
BUT
Full Pockets Spoil Us in Million Ways.
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TRUST is like a Sticker.
Once it is Removed, it may Stick again,
but not as Strong as it Holds
when U First Applied.
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Always take Care of RELATIONS.
Thats why they say, when U are in Doubt,
'SILENCE' is the Best Policy.
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Never Win People with Arguments.
rather Defeat Them with Ur Smile.
Because People who always Wish to
Argue with U, cannot Bear Ur SILENCE.
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If a Drop of Water falls on a Lake,
its Identity is Lost.
BUT
If a Drop of Water falls on a Lotus Leaf,
it Shines like a Pearl.
Drop is the Same,
but the 'COMPANY' matters.
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Our HOPES should be like HAIR NAILS.
No matter how many times they get Cut,
but they never stop Growing.
That is why they say,
Always Hope for the Best,
however Bad the Situation may be.
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'MEMORIES' are always Special.
Sometimes, We Laugh by
Remembering the days We Cried.
Sometimes, We Cry by
Remembering the days We Laughed.
Thats LIFE.