Papaya commonly known as ‘PawPaw’ is a delicious fruit with butter-like consistency. Once considered quite exotic, they can now be found in markets throughout the year. Although there is a slight seasonal peak in early summer and fall, papaya trees produce fruit year round, with the peak season running from April through October. Originally from southern Mexico and neighbouring countries, the papaya plant is now cultivated in most tropical countries. Papayas are grown in both tropical and subtropical regions, including Mexico, Brazil, India, and Southeast Asia. The trees, related to …

A lot of products claim to be “all natural skin care” products, but are they really? Fact of the matter is, if you flip over any bottle of cleanser, toner, moisturizer or even facial masks that claim to be “all natural” you will find a host of lab created, unnatural ingredients listed on the back of the bottle.
So what is all natural skin care?
All natural skin care really starts from treating your skin from within. What ever we ingest or put into our bodies also affects our skin, something that …

Good breakfast is the key to a healthy lifestyle determining the quality of your whole day’s nutrition, according to research.And the best way to start the morning is with a simple bowl of a healthy cereal, as it makes people less likely to turn to fatty, sugary food through the rest of the day.
The study, by nutritionist Sigrid Gibson revealed the healthiest breakfast choice is cereal with milk because it is a good source of calcium and numerous other key nutrients, such as fiber, protein and carbohydrate.The research team analyzed …

A refreshing raita made using banana stem.  Banana stem or vaazhai thandu has a texture similar to celery, but the flavor is subtle and unique.
Banana stem is considered healthy, and is widely used in South India as a remedy for weight loss and kidney stones, as well as an effective diuretic and laxative.
Banana stem is rich in fiber, and makes you feel full faster.
It can be consumed in the form of juice, but eating it provides more benefits. Including it once or twice a week in the diet  helps those looking at …

People who eat brown rice or other whole grains seem to have a lower risk of developing diabetes than those who eat white rice, according to a US study. A team of researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health and Brigham and Woman’s Hospital analyzed about 200,000 adults followed for up to 22 years and found eating more refined white rice was associated with a higher risk of type 2 diabetes.
Type 2 diabetes is characterized by high blood sugar levels caused by a …

GUAVA is a fruit of commercial importance in tropics and subtropics because of its wide adaptability to varied soil and climatic conditions. It is grown all over the country over an area of 65,000 hectares with production of 516,000 tones.
The major guava growing areas are Shariqpur, Kasur, Lahore, Sheikhupora, Sangla Hills, Gujranwala in the Punjab; Kohat, Haripur and Bannu in the North West Frontier Province and Larkana and Hyderabad in Sindh.
The major edible varieties are Safeda, Allahabad, Karela, seedless, and red fleshed. It is eaten raw or in forms of …

Acidity can be a result of defective digestion or stress. It is the accumulation of liquid inside the cavity. It is a common problem; it may be associated with overeating, constipation, menstruation, food allergy and certain diseases.

Sleeping after meals doubles gas and acidity that increases burning and sour sensation.
Drink hot water after meals for easy digestion, it is also good for weight reduction.
Include ginger, mint leaves and garlic in your daily food. These are good for easy gas and acidity.
Reduce daily intake of coffee and tea. Drink enough water every …

Guava is a nutritious fruit that contains Vitamin C, cartoenoids, folate, potassium, fiber, calcium and iron.
The edible rind contains five times more Vitamin C than oranges.
It’s free of cholesterol, fat and calories, but high in fiber. Some studies show a lower risk of cancer in people who eat more foods rich in dietary fiber, cartoenoids and Vitamin C.  They come in shapes such as round or like a pear. The coloration is usually yellow, green or water pink. Generally eaten whole yet it’s used in a variety of ways. It …

Fiber is helpful to the body in many ways:

Relieving constipation and hemorrhoids
Preventing certain diseases
Keeping weight under control

Avoiding and Relieving Constipation
Fiber can absorb large amounts of water in the bowels, and this makes stools softer and easier to pass. Anyone starting a higher-fiber diet will notice the difference in stool bulk.
In almost all cases, increasing fiber in the diet will relieve constipation within hours or days.
Because stools are easier to pass, less straining is necessary, and this can help relieve hemorrhoids.
Need To Know:
Constipation can have other causes, however, so you should …

The fact that we enjoyed perfect velvety skin in our teenage years is not reason enough to enjoy it throughout. Sun damage is cumulative and can be seen on our skin a decade or two later. The skin on our body needs the same kind of love and care as our face. Dull, coarse and lifeless skin is a result of a generally toxic lifestyle, and healthy eating, proper exercise and body brushing can make a dramatic difference.
Grab the Veggies
Your diet supplies the nutrients needed by the cells to keep …