What is cholesterol? In simple terms, high cholesterol is deposits of fatty substance in our body which blocks the blood flow in our arteries thereby leading to heart failure and high blood pressure. Cholesterol is of two types: LDL(low density lipoprotein) which is bad cholesterol which is the main cause of blockage in the arteries. The other is the HDL (high density lipoprotein) which is the good cholesterol as it removes the bad cholesterol from the blood and helps in preventing heart attack. Causes of high cholesterol Intake of high diet food High blood pressure Obesity Diabetes High smoking High drinking Stress Home remedies for reducing cholesterol Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water daily. Onion juice or simply raw onions taken with food reduces cholesterol level. It cleans blood, helps digestive system, regulates the heart action. Taking oat bran as breakfast is also beneficial in lowering the cholesterol levels. Regular exercises like morning walks, jogging and even yoga asanas are useful in lowering blood cholesterol. Drinking coriander water stimulates the kidneys and helps in lowering the blood cholesterol. Eat plenty of soy products… Sunflower seeds are also highly beneficial . Add 2 tbsps of coriander seeds in 1 glass of water, and boil it. Let it cool for some time and then strain it. Drink this mixture thrice in a day. Eating 1 clove garlic in an empty stomach every day helps in redusing cholostrol. Eat green leafy vegetable, fiber rich food. Eat one walnut and 3-4 almonds everyday. For those who drink alcohol try to avoid taking it. Instead drink 1/2 glass of red wine every day before bed time. Decrease intake of saturated fats. Those who are fond of eating meat, bake, grill or boil your meat rather than fry it. Foods to be avoided Egg yolk Whole milk Organ meat Cheese Butter Beef Fried foods Sardines Shrimps Cream Pork Foods to be taken to control cholesterol Add more soluble fiber to your diet. Foods rich in soluble fiber are essential in lowering cholesterol levels. For example: Beans, peas, lentils, ground flaxseed, psyllium husks and cereals such as oat bran, rice bran, and oatmeal. Fruits including apples, grapefruit, and strawberries. Vegetables such as carrots, cabbage, beans, artichokes, brussel sprouts, and peas are high in soluble fiber.
Home remedies for cough, bad breath and acidity
Cough This is an ultimate solution for all—young and old. Before going to bed, just rub vicks vaporub on your feet, massage properly, wear socks and have a good night sleep. The next morning, you are absolutely relieved of cough. Trust me. I have tried that with my kids. Bad Breath Chew saunf or ani seeds time to time. You can also chew a few leaves of Tulsi plant or Gurgle with camphor water on a regular basis. You can also chew cardamom to fight bad breath. At times for long lasting fresh breath, you can also drink spice tea. Mix 4 whole cloves and 2 tablespoons broken cinnamon sticks in 2 cups of water and let it boil and then strain and drink Mint leaves in hot water also helps in removing bad breath. Acidity To get relief from acidity, chew a clove for sometime or eat a pie of gur or jaggery after meal.
Easy remedies for common aliments, Common Ailments Natural Remedies
For some common ailments that are faced by many, its no point going to a doctor and spend money in medicines. Instead there are many remedies that you can try using the various products that available easily in a home. Here is a list of some ailments for which you can try these remedies: Common Cold Add two tablespoons cumin seeds to some water and let it boil for sometime. When the water cools down, drink a glassful atleast two times a day for a few days. Sipping hot “Ginger Tea” can help in clearing a cold. Mix a pinch of turmeric, in a glass of warm sweet milk with crushed black pepper and drink while hot. For children, heat mustard oil, add shredded garlic and apply it on their feet. Rub over chest, nose and neck. They will feel very comfortable. To clear a stuffy nose, tie some turmeric in a clean rag, light it and inhale the fumes. Or else, mix 1/4 teaspoon table salt in 1 cup of boiled water. When the water is cooled, use a dropper and place 2 or 3 drops in each nostril. Hiccups Drink 3 sips of water 3 times. Cracked heels Mix lemon juice in hot water and dip your feet for at least 10 minutes. Do this regularly for a week. You can also rub a ripe banana on the cracked heels and let it remain there for 10 minutes. Then wash your feet. See the changes after few days. Body OdorTake some baking soda in your hands, squeeze squeeze some lemon juice onto it, mix and rub this mixture on your underarms. And lo … the bad odor is gone.