• Apple Cider Vinegar:

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Apple cider vinegar has a ton of natural antibacterial uses to say the least. Thanks to this, the vinegar has some brilliant infection-fighting properties too. The fact that it is acidic in nature helps the body break up the mucous in the throat, due to which there is irritation, and it helps in preventing bacteria from spreading.

You can make the best of this remedy by diluting about 1 or 2 tablespoons of Apple Cider Vinegar in a cup of water and then gargling using this solution. When repeated every hour, while consuming plenty of water in between, this solution can have some brilliant effects in curing your sore throat issues in a jiffy.

• Chamomile tea:

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Chamomile has been known to be an incredibly soothing tea, and has, since a long time, been used for many medical purposes, especially when it comes to helping with a sore throat. It boasts of plenty of anti-inflammatory, astringent and even antioxidant properties too.

Another brilliant use for chamomile is however, a slightly unexpected one. It has been found that by inhaling chamomile steam, you can literally elevate various symptoms of cold like headaches and a sore throat too. Drinking the tea too can have the same benefits while also stimulating the immune system to help you fight the infection.

• Honey and Ginger:

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Honey in itself has so many health benefits that it sometimes gets hard to count it on our fingers. It is no exception when it comes to treating a sore throat too. Ditch those cough suppressants and give honey a try to make that sore throat go away, especially during the night.

Apart from this honey is also a brilliant wound healer, which could also mean that it can heal sore throats quite effectively. A mix of honey and the juice of ginger is also one of the many remedies you can give a try at home itself.

• Salt Water:

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Gargling can literally be your best buddy when it comes to helping cure sore throats and salt water is no exception to the rule. Gargling with salt water helps wonderfully in soothing the throat and also effectively breaks down secretions.

Apart from this, the salt water also helps kill the bacteria that might be present in the throat. Half-teaspoon of salt in a glass full of warm water should ideally do the trick. Do this every 3-4 hours and see how it benefits you!

• Baking Soda:

  

Like salt, a gargle made out of baking soda and water is equally as effective as gargling with salt water if not more! When you decide to gargle with baking soda, you also end up killing the bacteria present in your throat and prevent the growth of fungi and yeast there.

A combination of baking soda and salt water can also prove to be more effective.

The winter is upon us, and taking any kind of preventive measure when it comes to maintaining your health throughout the season, is something you should definitely take care of. After all, prevention is always better than cure, isn’t it?

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There is so much that you can get excited about in this year, and the superfoods that we are about to list happen to be one of those few reasons! So go ahead and go through our list of Superfood Trends to look out for in 2018, so you know what is going to prove useful and beneficial for your health! And if in case you are on the lookout for a few healthy and tasty recipes, then look no further, cause we have got you covered on that front too!

Cassava Flour

Cassava flour is usually used in traditional Balinese and South Asian cooking and has its fair share of health benefits too! The wonderfully soft powder is exceptionally brilliant for people who have a gluten allergy and is the closest alternative to wheat that you can ever come across.

Apart from being gluten free, it is vegan, paleo-friendly and nut-free too! It may not be the most nutrient rich food on the list, but since it does boast of being gluten free and has all the other properties, it can and does prove to be quite useful, and it really and truly does have an amazing flavour to it! You have to try it to believe it!

Moringa

Remember the time you were obsessed with adding matcha or spirulina to that smoothie of yours? Well, in 2018, moringa will officially sideline all those wonderful foods to become the best food that you can add to your smoothies to make them healthier and ever more nutrient rich.

Moringa is filled with Vitamin C, amino acids, calcium, and potassium! Even the smooth texture of this wonderful powder will make you fall in love with it! Derived from the Moringa tree that is a native to our country, Pakistan, and Nepal, Moringa, truly does prove its worth when consumed! Even though you might find that it can come off as a slightly bitter version of green tea, it is, in fact, caffeine free and also helps in stabilizing blood glucose levels! Really does get a huge thumbs up from us!

Water Melon Seeds

Watermelon seeds have been around for quite some time, but somehow, till now, their worth had not been recognized! Even though you might be tempted to have the seeds as is, their true nutrient rich face comes into play when they have been carefully sprouted and shelled! We know that this could be considered a hassle, but trust us, the benefits are so worth the effort!

If you can believe it, a single cup serving of these seeds contains 31 grams of protein, Vitamin B, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats and magnesium too! The best part about these seeds, like almost every other seed, is that they are extremely versatile. From having them as is, or roasted to adding them to your parfaits and salads, the options on how to use these wonder foods are endless! Isn’t that great? A superfood that is not only healthy but also so versatile!

Don’t you think that now, it is high time you started to include these nutrient-rich superfoods in your diet to live a healthier and happier life? And if there is anything that you ever want to ask or have doubts about, you could always contact us, and we will help you in whatever way we can to make sure you stay healthy and fit!

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The Zone Diet was developed more than 30 years ago by Dr. Barry Sears. Can you imagine? This master plan has been around for 30 years! A known dietician in Central Delhi has done a lot of research, and recommends the diet boisterously!

The basic idea behind this brilliant diet is to reduce diet-induced inflammation. Diet-induced inflammation basically consists of factors that may promote inflammation. Some of these are

• Excess intake of saturated fats, omega-6 fatty acid, and excess calorie intake
• Lack of omega-3 fatty acids in the diet and lack of intake of fermentable fiber and polyphenols both of which help promote gut health.

There are many benefits that you will experience when you decide to opt to follow the Zone Diet. Some of the main benefits are:

• Reduced risk of chronic diseases drastically
• Adds years to your life by slowing down the aging process
• Helps you knock off those extra kilos quicker than any other diet
• Helps in the overall physical and mental performance of your body.

But don’t think that we are writing about this because it is supposed to be a fad diet! The Zone Diet is anything but that! It is more of a lifestyle change than just a diet! The dietician in Central Delhi still gives credit to the diet for helping her manage a healthy lifestyle!

The main aim of the Zone Diet is to make sure that you have balanced meals throughout the day.

• A plate of your food should consist of a 1/3^rd portion of lean proteins like egg whites, lean beef or fish.
• A 2/3rd portion of your plate should contain healthy carbs like a lot of colorful vegetables and a little fruit. Do remember to avoid fruits that have a high level of sugar in them like bananas and grapes.
• Just add a dash of monounsaturated f, in turn, olive oil or almonds to your plate of food and you are done!

The Zone Diet helps in minimizing your grain and starch intake and maximizing the intake of fruits and vegetables. This, in turn, provides some major hormonal and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Did you know that The Zone is a real physiological state present in your body and can be easily measured in clinical tests? What it means is that if you are found to be “In the Zone”, then you have improved your ability to control diet-related inflammation. This inflammation is the main reason that makes you gain weight, age faster and becomes sick easily.

There are particular markers that helps you measure whether you have achieved being in the Zone. Just go through the chart you will understand what we are talking about.

Just remember you don’t need to follow a fad diet to help you stay healthy, all you need is a change in your lifestyle to ensure that you are the top of your health game throughout your life!

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