DISCOVER HEALTH

Salam. Here we meet again, after a short pause after my last entry. (^_^) . Anyway, let's move on with today's topic. Avocado health benefits. Why did I decide to write up on avocado? Well, i just tried this greatly delicious avocado smoothie yesterday, I had to go on a research for it's benefits...just so that I'll have concrete reasons to have it more often.hehe. Avocado health benefits 1. Anti-cancer - Rich in antioxidants & anti-inflammatory components which in the other hand in low quantities are related to the formation of cancer. Antioxidants are known to retard the activity of cancer cells and prevents premature ageing. Also containing glutathione which helps to boost immunity. 2. Anti-inflammatory benefits - As mentioned above. Avocados are rich in anti-inflammatory components, namely flavonoids & polyphenols which are beneficial in inflammatory diseases such as osteoarthritis and rheumatism, soothes inflamed mucous membranes and improves the heal...

How's your eating? Did you know that the way you eat may be taking the reason behind the toll on your health? Well , let's see if we are eating according to the rules. 1.Use Smaller Plates Is your plate big enough to feed the entire nation? If yes, you're breaking rule number 1 already.  The bigger plate you're having, the more food you'll be consuming , meaning the more calories you'll be adding to your waistline. Having big portions of meals at a time also slows down digestion and retards nutrient absorption. So, next time you're eating, eat to fill up that hungry stomach ,not to stuff it full like you never met food before. 2.Make half of your meals : Veggies / Fruits When you are taking 50:50 of veggies or fruits in a meal, you won't be eating much of other stuff which could possibly be the unhealthier choice. With this much of  fruits/ veggies in a meal, at least you'll be getting enough nutrients and fiber , at the same time reducing a...

To all my muslim readers~ Salam Mubarak.. The qurban - sacrifice of slaughtering on this very day is more than just ending the lives of many livestock through out the world.. There's a lesson & reminder for all Muslim , as we are aware of the history of Abraham ( Ibrahim , A.S) was told to sacrifice his beloved son, the test given to him by Allah SWT. Today , we Muslim slaughter cows , sheep & camels and distribute it's meat equally as we are told, to remember that very day and to train ourselves in becoming more considerate & to embrace selflessness . Also, this is a wonderful deed and it pleases Allah SWT. It may not be a compulsary act, but for those who have the means to participate, it's highly recommended you do so. Salam Idul Adha~