For the Health of It

Papaya leaves' miracle

Ever had Dengue, Chik-V or any other strain of the viruses? Did you feel like you would die?

I, myself had the unfortunate experience, and nothing worked, except for papaya leaves (also known as paw paw leaves.)

Luckily, the cure was in my backyard!
Papaya leaves, this was boiled in hot water and left to cool. I drank 2 glasses a day, which was probably was too much... but it worked. Within a couple of days I back on my feet again!

Running to good health

Running makes you happier!

All you runners out there, you would experience this feeling. This 'runner's high' feeling is that rush of 'feel good hormones' endocannabinoids. Running also produces antidepressants like effect says one study. So if you are feeling depressed or upset about anything- take a run!

For more reading: runners world

It's getting Hot it here

Pepper has a compound responsible for the fiery sensation in peppers is capsaicin, it is an odorless,\and tasteless antioxidant.

The American Institute for Cancer Research conducted a study and found that capsaicin leads to the death of prostate cancer cells yet leaves normal cells unharmed.

In Peppercorns (also known as black pepper) another chemical compound in called piperine may be able to help prevent a breast cancer tumor from developing, a University of Michigan Cancer Center study suggests.

What do your think? Do you think that pepper is good for your health?

Further reading: American Institute of Cancer Research

Foot in the Sand

Do you have everything you ever wanted? But why are you still not satisfied?

When this feeling is too much, you may start to question your purpose in this life....but how will you find the answers to this frequently asked question?

Simple, whenever you reach this juncture in your life, take a break from your life; as continuing will not give you the answer that you are look for... find a quiet secluded outdoor area, to connect with nature. Stay still and take deep breaths.

You will need to form a shallow puddle and place both feet in. Slowly start to mulch in the puddle while remaining calm and connecting with nature. This therapy will fill that void you have, that yearning to be more than what you really are. I have tried this and its unimaginably powerful!

Have you tried it? What was your expectation? Was it helpful?

Quick healthy snack for work PT 2: Banana Nut Bread

Another round of healthy snacks for the office:

¾ cup gold metal all-purpose flour

¾ cup gold medal whole wheat flour

½ cup sugar

¾ cup mashed very ripe bananas (about 2 medium)

1 container (6 oz) greek fat free plain yogurt

1/3 cup vegetable oil

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

2 eggs

½ cup coarsely chopped nuts

Courtesy: Betty Crocker Banana Nut Bread

Quick healthy snack for work: Asian Chicken Roll Ups

To address the issue of not eating on time and eating unhealthy, here is one easy snack you can try:

Asian Chicken Roll ups: Recipe

2: tablespoons crunchy peanut butter

2: tablespoons teriyaki baste and glaze (from 12-oz bottle)

1: tablespoon packed brown sugar

1: tablespoon hot water

1: teaspoon sesame or canola oil

4: Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 inch; from 11-oz package)

8: slices (1 oz each) deli cooked chicken breast

1 1/2: cups shredded iceberg lettuce

1 1/2: cups shredded carrots

1/2: cup chopped fresh cilantro

Courtesy: Betty Crocker

Stomach ache and Weight Loss

As working professionals, we are committed to duty but not our tummy. We get into the habit of not eating on time, and when we do eat it usually is a quick bit of something unhealthy; as such are left to deal with the consequence of acid reflux disease and unwanted fat deposits around our tummy.

Warm water and rough skin lemon juice is used to reduce stomach problems such as acid reflux, stomach ache, and to loss weight.

A number of people have attested to the remedy, do you believe in rough skin lemon and warm water! Do you know anyone who has used the remedy and it worked or didn't work?