DISCOVER HEALTH

Are you having enough sleep? Are you sleeping well? Are you sleeping at the right hours? I did wrote on sleep in my article, sleep like a baby . However, I'd like to mention this topic once more as I think not many of our eyes are open to why is it so important to get; 1)enough sleep, 2)sleep at the right time 3)benefits of sleeping. I know, understand and experience it myself, deprivation of sleeping. But, I hope to sleep better in the future, I sure you hope to do so too. The long hours of unachievable sleep will take a toll on our health. Have you ever wonder why we have day and night? The days are lighten up by the sun, as a signal to wake up and work, for activities to be done while the nights are dark, only dimmed light from the moon is available, a sign for us to slow down, go back home and the vital part, sleeping. Even as moms with newborn or older babies, I think it is important that we train our little children that night time is sleeping time, be discipline and te...

Good morning to all. Have you brushed your teeth this morning? Well, I am not going to write about brushing your teeth, as we all know brushing is essential to keep the teeth clean and eliminate the food residues stuck in between our teeth. Bad mouth odor is the cause of endless breeds of bacteria, improper oral cleansing and trapped food particles inside the mouth, however sometimes it is the result of a disease, for example sinusitis, blood, lungs and gastrointestinal problems. But brushing has it's limits, and there are deep loop holes where the brush cannot reach, this is why mouthwash are available, as these mouthwash are in liquid form, they can seep into hidden areas where we can or cannot see. And when they do make their way into these hidden places, they bring out the bacteria and whatever that's been sitting in our mouth and deterioration our oral hygiene. I don't fancy those liquid mouthwash in the stores,they taste quirky and they come with all sorts of harmf...

Who says eating chocolates are bad? They are not that evil. Good news! They are safe to eat and they benefit our health! SO, lets rejoice and eat more of the good stuff! But maybe moderation is better. When picking out for chocolates, remember, be aware, not all chocolates are therapeutic. Choose the pure chocolates, that's where the good stuff are at, the ones mixed with all sorts of preservatives and additives are surely to be sweeter yet less of nutrition. One important note; chocolates are not the cause of pimples.(Acne are the cause of bad eating habits, a constipated colon, improper facial cleansing, hormone factors and emotional imbalances) Picking the right chocolate--> Dark chocolate. At this moment, the only chocolate I know that makes a positive outcome on our health is dark chocolate. So, pick this instead of milk chocolate, as it contains more of the cocoa powder which is actually is the source of goodness. Those which comes with nougat, caramel or fillings b...

Okay, time for a simple recipe. And this has got to be one of the most fancied recipe ever- Chocolate chip cookies! Yummy and yumm yumm..hmm eating chocolate chip cookies brings me back to the days when I was just a little girl. Hmm.. Moving on with the recipe: Ingredients (makes about 40 regular sized cookies); 3 cups of all-purpose flour 1 and 1/2 baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 and 1/2 cups of unsalted butter 4 cups brown sugar a cup of chopped walnuts 2 large eggs A bag of chocolate chips 2 teaspoon of vanilla extract **add raisins if you like. Method; Preheat the oven to 180 degree Celsius. Whisk together baking soda, flour and salt, put aside. In another bowl, mix together butter and sugar till fluffy. Add eggs,walnuts, chocolate chips and vanilla, mix thoroughly. Next add the flour mixture and slowly mix all the ingredients together. Scoop out the dough with a tablespoon, drop onto baking trays. Wait till golden brown , take them out, let cool first before s...

Before I start, I'd like to suggest you read the three articles I wrote on skin care, Caring for your skin , pamper your skin day and night and beauty skin tips:exfoliating . When eating, do we ever consider foods that makes our skin looks and feels better? Well, we should because what goes into our body effects the body wholly including the skin. Here are the suggested foods that could possibly enhance the skin's youthfulness, glow and health. 1.Honey  One great gift for us, available naturally complete with all sorts of nourishment for our well being and heals wounds effectively. Honey contains all essential nutrients needed for skin health and the whole body, so, whatever you choose to pick from the store, I suggest don't miss out on honey. It dampens inflammation, prevents bacterial and viral infection, clears up ulcers, soft on the stomach and induce sleep. Can also be used for facial masks and cleanser. 2.Sweet Potato and Carrots These lovely orange tubers...

The salat In the religion of Islam, salat is a compulsory task, done 5 times daily. Salat is a sign of obeying Allah's order, the commitment to obey the one, and only Allah SWT and His Messenger and it benefits the health physically 10 as well as emotionally. Here are a list of the benefits one could gain by praying: Cures various type of illnesses. Pleasing Allah SWT and chase off satan. Dissipates laziness and brings joy to the heart. Preserves health and discards harmful materials. Nourishes the soul. Energizes physique and loosen the chest as well as joints. Eradicates illnesses. Adds a glow to the face and improves eyesight. Shields anger. Brings about blessings. Strengthen patience. Calms the mind and soul. Balances the hormone system and blood pressure. Reduces blood cholesterol level. Enhance heart's function and capability. The Quran The Quran serves as a guide 11 and reminder from Allah SWT to us humans, His servants on His orders, the akhirat...

For us Muslim, we do fast in the whole month of ramadhan, not 24/7. Starts after dawn until dusk, then we are entitled for a break. There are also other types of fasting, such as water-fast, fruit-fast and juice-fast. But the most beneficial fasting is the one which is the one where you hold yourself from ant drinks and food between dawn and dusk. When fasting  it is more than just holding yourself from food, you are holding back on anger, desire, lust and envy. For if you are merely just starving yourself and lose your temper, your hunger is a waste. Nothing is gained. So, it is a very lovely for the terms of fasting, to hold back all bad feelings and eating. It's a cleanse for the body and the soul. Scientifically proven that fasting is the best way of healing the body. Fasting gives our body the rest we need from digestion processes and heals us, let's look deeper into the benefits of fasting;- Shields oneself from illnesses of the heart, body and soul. Preserve health ...

Welcome again. This is part 3 of the Tib An Nabawi review, please click here to check out part 1, thank you..> Fish( sama ') It is commonly known that fish is one of the best choice for consumption with less harmful substances compared to live-stock that we got on the land. But it is advisable to avoid big fishes as they may be tainted up to a certain degree due to the oil-spills in the ocean these days. It is said that the best choice of fishes would be the ones in moderate size, softest meat, lives in fresh water that flows, those which eat plants and the ones with scales, the finer the better as the scales filters out harmful substances that tries to go into the body of the fish. The meat from a seafish is said to be tougher and harder to digest, but may be beneficial for fertility purposes. If you are looking for salted fish, choose the most recently salted. And eating the fish part that is closest to the tail would be a better option than eating the upper part near th...

Okay. Now let's move on with the foods that heals (continued) For first time readers, check out part 1 here..> Thank you. Now moving on to the next food in line. Vinegar( khall ) As we all know, vinegar is made from fermentation and is acidic, but this is one is a good kind of  acid. The Prophet SAW once ate it with bread 7 . Let's look at the benefits of vinegar; Soothes the body and softens nature. Helps against gastric inflammation and neutralize toxic from drugs. Decomposes coagulated milk and blood. Enhance the functions of spleen, and coats stomach for protection. Quenches thirst. Prevents tumor from occuring. Eliminates phlegm and assist digestion. Use as mouth wash to relieve toothaches and strengthen gums. Helps in the case of septic finger, relieves pustules, hot tumor and fire burns. Appetite stimulant and stomach softener. Soften thickness and consistency of foods. Olive oil( Zait ) Strengthen the gums. Helps against poison. Acts as a laxativ...

For those who are here at a first visit, do take notice that this entry is continued from the previous entry, Tib An Nabawi(part 3) Foods that heals..click here to read it..> Okay let's move on with the food list shall we.. Onion( basal ) Opens orifices of hemorrhoids. Helps against internal pollution, gets rid of wind and cleanses the stomach. Excites sexual drive Strengthens stomach muscles. Dissolves phlegm. When cooked; helps against icterus(jaundice), coughing and ease roughness in the chest. Figs( tin ) In my post, meet these superfoods I did mentioned about figs. Here I shall talk about it as it is one of the great blessing on the earth. Can't get the fresh ones? No worries dried version is always available. So, what are the values of dear figs:- Cleanses the liver and prostate. Neutralize poison. Relieves toughness of the chest, throat and trachea. Cleanses the liver and the spleen. Purifies phlegm accumulated in the stomach and nourishes the body. ...

We do need to feed ourselves daily, so while we're at it why not make it a worthy feed. Eat good food that nourishes the body, not the food that deteriorates the body, you may think indulging yourself is what matters the most but once you fall sick, you are sure to appreciate the health you once got. Relax, healthy eating isn't all bland and boring, in fact it could taste way better than junk food! (mind over matter?) Lets look at the food mentioned by the Prophet SAW;- Rice( Aruzz ) After wheat, rice is the next most-nourishing in the whole-grain family . It is said to tighten intestinal cavities, coats and adds strength to the stomach. It nourishes and enrich the body and increases semen production . Lemongrass( ith-khir ) This particular plant is said to ;- Open clogs and vein's orifices . Increase urine production . Beneficial for menstruation flow . Dissolves stones and hard tumors in the stomach, liver and kidneys. Strengthens the teeth and stomac...

Thank you for making a presence here, You are most welcome. In my previous entry, you could read about a brief introduction of Tib An Nabawi by Ibn Qayyim Al Jawziyah, Staying healthy . If you haven't, please click here to be redirected..> Thank you. So, if you had, let's read on the next part of this book, this time it's about the utmost part of our body, the head and it's illnesses. Commonly known as a headache, or migraine, sometimes it comes with a fever. 1.Headache & Migraine What differs a headache from a migraine is that a migraine attacks are targeted on either the right or left side of the head, sometimes it attack the whole head, namely helmet-type headache. A headache usually starts when the head is overheated, it becomes hot due to pressure of septic vapor accumulating in or near the head which fails to seek a way out of the body, leading to intensified pressure of the vapor. ( imagine steam, in a boiling pot, unable to escape) When moisture ...

Presenting you, on how to live well and treat illnesses as it was done by The Prophet SAW (Pbuh). And after reading this terrific book , I've realized there's so much of knowledge that is still far from my grasps. But what I did comprehend from this book I'd like to share about it here for the benefit of all. I'll start with staying healthy . There are 10 things, as written in this book, that may bring harm to the body if left congested in the body, in the need for elimination, they are:- Irritated blood Urine Excrement Air Excessive sperm Vomit The need to sneeze Thirst Sleep Hunger These factors as mentioned above may cause disturbance in the body's homeostatic balance, thus the need to be thrown out of the body. Sometimes, they are not eliminated due several possibilities;- Excessive heat and dryness in the body that may delay elimination processes or impair normal bodily functions. Just look at the millennium menu, blame the fast food, trans fatty ...

Fresh Figs Dried Figs I did mentioned figs in one of my earliest entry, Meet these superfoods but with little explanation. So, here I'll be taking in a deeper measurement to unearth the great values of this dear  fruit for the benefit of all readers. As I am aware of, this fruit isn't popular compared to other fruits, fresh or dried but it possess wondrous effects on our health just as good maybe better. Yummy and healthy, you should give this fruit a chance to be on your daily menu. Let's discover the health benefits offered by figs:- A great snacking substitute , energy-providing, packed with nutrients and fiber, improves gut and prevents constipation. Healthy bones , figs is high in calcium. Regulates blood pressure and prevents hypertension . Weight loss , it's fibrous content helps to eliminate excess fat thus reducing weight, however when taken with milk may cause weight gain. Prevents colon cancer , again attribution to the fiber in the figs, it ...

I have nothing against smokers(or do I) but as for myself, I rather not smoke(I am a lady,and ladies don't smoke, I mean shouldn't smoke..or they'll surely look ridiculously horrible more than their other half when they do so..no offense..). What are the reasons smokers smoke anyway? Sometimes I just don't get it. Some say it reduces stress, some says it's calming..some say they're simply addicted. Which of the three sounds better? For me smoking is a waste and a massive wastage(does this word even exist?) it is for the health. Smoking is the worst abuse one could do to their bodies, but these days the incidence of smoking is higher than before and it starts younger. Kids watching adults smoke and think it's cool , they think they'll look older, they think they'll look like Superman, probably, and the next thing they try it out, introducing the activity among friends and along comes addiction. It's really hard to preach the youth to quit or ev...

So, I bet we all have heard that saying that goes something like 'an apple a day keeps the doctor away'. Well, it's not just what has been said, it is what has been a proven fact. Apples are said to eliminate body's excessive acids, effectively tones down a case of acidosis, rheumatism, jaundice,skin disorders, liver problems and gallbladder problems.Some more of apples(I think it doesn't matter what color it is as long as it's organic or wash thoroughly off pesticides) benefits: Heart Protector and Lowers Blood Cholesterol Apples keeps the cardiovascular system healthy and cuts down cholesterol level in the blood.Studies showed that upon regular apple consumption, the level of LDL(bad) cholesterol is reduced while HDL(good) cholesterol is raised. It's pectin content(gained mostly from the skin) is a soluble fiber that acts as a cholesterol absorber for elimination, however don't go in search for pectin supplements, mysteriously or maybe a synergist...

Barley has been used for many years in the treatment of illness and health maintenance. It's not only tastes good  but it provides nutrition to the body as well. So, today I choose Barley as my topic for I think people should consume it more, as it offers tremendous benefits for the health of our bodies. What's great about barley is that both eating and drinking it's water provides the body with nourishment. So, in a whole go, just gulp both down to satiate your tummy and quench your thirst with goodness. What barley offers: Fiber(It provides us with both soluble and insoluble fiber),Protein, and vitamins. It lowers blood cholesterol level. May inhibit cancer. Improves bowel problems and aids constipation. Healthy for the heart. It fights off diabetes. Contains antioxidants, fights off free radicals. Prevents premature aging. It's water should be consumed regularly as it acts as a detoxifiying agent. It offers food for the friendly bacteria in our gut. I...

Exfoliate your skin. What is exfoliating? It means to remove the layers of dead skin on our skin's surface. Every minute thousands of skin cells are dying and shedding off, but because they are minute we don't even realize it, as new skin cells are always regenerating to cover up on the dying ones, we will never notice that our skin is 24 hours falling off and being replaced. The most hard working cell to produce new skin cells is the epidermis, the first layer of skin that also has to endure sun ray, polluted air, all the wears and tears and chemicals is you did applied chemically-based ointments or whatever. Look at your skin, has it been taken care of, after all these years it endured the cold wind and scorching heat? Our skin does, naturally exfoliate itself, the new growing cells will push out the dead cells away and make it fall off, however as we age and due to many other factors(Premature aging, free radicals, fad diet,etc..) its ability is decreased, hence our skin c...

How was your day? Did you woke up late and got yourself stuck in a traffic jam? Or did some one cut the queue at the post office? Did your kid threw tantrums and made you lose your temper? Or whatever the situation might be, aren't we all just vulnerable of losing our patience everyday? The cause could be big but it also could be something minor, the truth is , either it's a big or small trigger, it's really up to us. Patience is encouraged, but how many of us remember to keep our cool when we're boiling up? If we want to, we could yoinu know, we just need to always pray that we are given patience to deal with all the problems, all the obstacles, all the challenges and all the people we have to face with. Tell yourself, 'I'm patient, I always will be' and if God willing, InsyaAllah you will be. Patience isn't only an act of positivity. It's what makes an individual a better person. Not only spiritually or emotionally but also physically. It does ...