Zero fats and cholesterol, less calorific value, innately high in electrolytes and a fabulous hydrating drink – the hyped health benefits of the hottest health trend in the U.S. – Coconut water appear never-ending. Fondly hailed as ‘Mother nature’s sports potion’ and ‘life booster’ by promoters, it is not surprising to see several celebs having swapped their Kabbalah spring water and acai fruit juices with coconut water. Priced at two to three dollars for a usual eleven fl. oz. tetra packing comparable to around ten mouthfuls, one really wonders is it really justified shelling out bucks for  what is dubbed ‘top-water’. For the dilettantes, coconut water is the colourless, nutty-flavoring or some might say ‘sock-flavoring’ juice preserved in the core of tender coconuts. Coconuts have been the mainstay fluid for countries in S.E. Asia and have been reaped for its pulp, milk and oil extracts. In the U.S., the drink became available in the markets during 2005 with  [...]

Acai Berry is being dubbed the ‘super-food’ that could aid in weight reduction, prolong existence, cure cardiovascular ailment and an array of other conditions. Here are the real facts regarding this fruit reaped from the Acai palm that grows luxuriantly in Central and S. America. In spite of what the net advertisements proclaim about Acai Berry’s benefits, Acai berry is not a fat-melter. Acai berry does not bring about instant slimming. Acai berry does not bring about burning, trimming, tightening or firming. Acai berry is not an appetite-suppressant. Acai berry is not a medicine for all diseases or an elixir. Acai berry would not give a man a bigger penile organ, stiffer erections or greater stamina. In N. America, acai has been widely employed in fruit extract mixes and nutrient supplement types. The maximum potency of this fruit could be obtained when consumed in freeze-dried form derived from its skin and core. Initial studies regarding this fruit have shown  [...]

Noni or Morinda citrifolia is small-sized (ten meter tall) tree found in India, Caribbean, Tahiti, West Indies and S. America that has gained widespread global popularity in the innate health segment for its fruit and juice extract. Morinda citrifolia with an uneven, open coronet and gleaming, dark-green coloured leaves bears oblong-shaped fruits on many instances in a year, which are green in immature stage and turn yellow-white when they have completely ripened. The fruits of this tree enclose a squashy, runny flesh and an insipid odour that turns ever more overpowering when they ripen. Noni fruit has been employed less prevalently in conventional medicine in comparison to the other plant parts, particularly leaf and root parts of the tree. Hawaiians make a concoction by blending together cane juice and noni fruit that they use for treating digestion problems. Noni fruit was additionally used in formulations to cleanse the system that included cane juice, other plant types and taro.  [...]

Heart disease is an umbrella terminology encompassing an array of diverse ailments that affect the heart and a prevalent reason for fatalities across the globe. Cayenne pepper (capsicum) has been observed to be a boon to heart disease patients by halting heart attack in half a minute’s time. It is a marvel herb due to its capability of boosting circulation and increases cardiac action. Cayenne has several potent actions on the complete cardiac system. It could improve heart performance while normalizing blood pressure. Capsicum is one of the most effective innate stimulants recognized with no niggling side-effects. It is a wholesome nosh, manifestly feeding the heart. It is crucial to always keep first-rate cayenne pepper (cayenne extract) handy for use during an emergency scenario. This life-saving drug could be used when one awaits medical assistance. Cayenne pepper brands that have not undergone irradiation are ideal as the process makes them ineffectual for medical use. Those  [...]

Pomegranate juice has been touted by health experts for its myriad of health benefits. A single glass of pomegranate juice constitutes nearly forty percent of the US RDA or recommended daily allowance of Vitamin C. It additionally has an influx of Vitamin A, E and folic acid. Pomegranate juice is rich in antioxidants, even surpassing the antioxidant content present in purple grape juice, cranberry, blueberry, orange, red wine or green or black tea by three folds. Numerous studies have revealed the major benefits to health from consuming pomegranate juice. Below stated are the twelve ways in which it is a boon to our health. Reduces Incidence of Breast Cancer and Skin Cancer Research carried out in Israel reveal that pomegranate juice aids in obliterating breast cancer cells, while sparing healthy tissues. It could additionally prevent the malignant cells from developing. Inhibitor of Lung Cancer Studies conducted on mice have proved pomegranate juice could hinder lung cancer  [...]

The perennially highly esteemed Cacao beans that enjoyed pivotal place from the times of the Mayans, the Aztecs to the primeval Toltecs for its wide spanning benefits ranging from maintaining healthy cholesterol levels to lowering blood pressure. No wonder, the Kuna Indians in Panama who consumed them on regular basis were the least at risk of high blood pressure. The cacao beans have a component that assists the body to process nitric oxide that plays a crucial role in maintaining optimal heart health. The seed, seed covering and the cocoa butter all possess medicinal properties. The cocoa butter finds its mention in many cosmetic brands and pharmacy products like suppositories. The high levels of tannin in the cocoa seeds are quite effectual to treat diarrhoea by decreasing the discharge from the intestines. Cacao has higher antioxidants than even red wine, blueberries, having four times more antioxidant content than green tea. The cacao beans from which chocolate is made, used  [...]

Epsom salt which is crystalline magnesium sulphate is a one-stop cure for a host of ailments. Epsom Salt is a great growth stimulant for plants. For fuller and long lasting growth of blossoming plants, one can add half a cup of the Epsom salts to the soil and adding some water to get the salt ionized. It is advisable to locally use Epsom salt to clean a body piercing as an effectual means of disinfecting the area. In case of an oral piercing one can burble tepid water which has been mixed with Epsom salt. A warm piece of cloth or cotton drenched in Epsom can be placed on the piercing, the purpose being that warm water and the salt helps subside swelling and extract out any impurity which might be infectious thus accelerating the healing process. Those faced with mild and extreme cases of cellulite deposition in various parts of the body can try use the blend of essential oil of choice like lime, basil, fennel, lavender to name a few with about two cups of Epsom salt. This blend  [...]