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SASANKASANA (HARE POSE)  Steps to do: Sit in Vajrasana . Slowly raise your arms over the head while exhaling slowly bend forward . Stretch the palms on the floor with abdomen pressing against the thighs . Then bring the face downwards and touch the floor with the fore head without raising the buttocks . Breathing should be slow and then come back to the normal position . Repeat this for 5 to 6 times . Benefits of this asana:   This asana will improve digestion and excellent asana for digestive problems . It tones up the spinal nerves . It helps to relieve the arthritic pain . It helps to strengthen the legs ,thighs get strength and become supple .

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CORN PLANT CORN   Corn is a delicious ,  the most popular food grain and have originated from Mexico and central America .Corn is available in different colors like red ,brown ,blue ,yellow ,and purple color . It is rich in nutrients which are extremely beneficial to our health it contains,Vitamins like A  ,C ,E ,B1 ( thiamine ) ,B6 ( niacin )   ,dietary fiber ,phosphorus ,magnesium ,manganese ,zinc ,iron ,selenium ,copper ,potassium ,sodium , folates ,protein ,phytochemicals and antioxidants . - Corn is high in dietary fiber both soluble and insoluble dietary fiber .It helps to reduce the absorption of  cholesterol  in the blood .  It helps to reduce the irritable bowel syndrome ,diarrhea ,constipation,hemorrhoids  and colon cancer .  -  Corn is a good source of pantothenic acid ,vitamin B1 ,and protein ,it will prevent psychological disorders  by supporting the functions of brain and adrenal glands . -  It helps to strengthen the connective tissue in the body because of

ALOE VERA EDIBLE PART ALOE VERA PLANT   Aloe vera is an incredible and succulent plant ,found in all over the world .It is stemless or very short stem plant growing 60 to 100 cm height spreading by offsets .The leaves are thick and fleshy ,green to grey -green color .Aloe vera has been widely grown as an ornamental plant .Aloe vera contains over 200 active components including vitamins like vitamin  A ,B1 ,B2 ,B3 ,B6 ,B12  ,C and E ,minerals like calcium ,iron ,magnesium ,zinc ,chromium .selenium ,sodium ,potassium ,copper ,manganese ,18 to 22 aminoacids  , enzymes  ,polysaccharides ,phytonutririents  ,anti oxidants and fatty acids like linoleic acid ,linolenic acid ,myristic acid  ,carylic acid  ,olelic acid ,palmitic acid and stearic acid .Aloe vera is filled with a clear gel like substance which contain 90 %  of water . Aloe vera has used by man therapeutically for over 5000 years . It has many medicinal and curative properties because of that , it is used for such wide ra

SOYA BEAN PLANT SOYA BEAN  Soya bean is the only vegetable food that contains all essential amino  acids .It is an alternative for meat . The cost of this bean is less than meat with equal amount of protein ,that is why it is called  poor mans meat .Because of  its cost all people can consume this soya bean .Soya beans are cultivated all over the world .The soya beans are seeds of the plants  ,it is available in the grocery stores .Dried soya beans are generally available in prepackaged containers as well as bulk bins .It has different variety  and different color like white ,black ,brown and blue .Soya beans are processed to various soya products like soy flour ,soymilk ,soy cheese like tofu,fermented products like temped meal makers(soya balls) ,soya oil and  miso . -- It is richest source of protein  amongst the plant products .The quality of the soya  protein is equal to the meat protein .Soya bean is often used to replace the animal proteins in an individual diet . - S

ACALYPHA INDICA ( KUPPAI MENI  PLANT ) AZADIRACHTA INDICA ( NEEM TREE ) SENNA AURICULATA ( AAVARAM POO ) ABUTILION INDICUM (THUTHTHI PLANT ) SOLANUM NIGRUM ( MANATHTHAKKALI PLANT )  SOLANAM NIGRUM ( MANATHTHAKKALI PLANT ) CENTELLA ASIATIA (VALLARAI PLANT ) EVOLUULUS ALSINOIDES  ( VISHNU KIRANTHAI PLANT ) CASSIA FISTULA ( GOLDEN SHOWER TREE )

BLACK RICE PLANT BLACK RICE  Black rice is a deep black color and usually turns deep purple color when cooked .In ancient China black rice was considered the royal food  , so that it is  only served to the emperor  and it is not afford to common people  .There fore it is called forbidden rice .The color is due to the presence of anthocyanin antioxidant . Anthocyanin is a natural anti oxidant and anti inflammatory agent present in the black rice .This rice is a versatile food with many health benefits .  Black rice is highly in nutritional value and it contains 18 aminoacids ,iron ,zinc ,copper ,carotene ,dietary fiber ,anti oxidants and vitamins like E and B complex .It has a mild and nutty taste .Research shows that black rice is more nutritious than white and brown rice .Consuming of black rice will help to -  Prevent  the chronic diseases like  diabetes , heart diseases  alzheimer"s disease and cancer . - It helps to lowers the blood cholesterol. - It protects the

 Vitamin D is a fat soluble important vitamin for good health ,growth and strong bones .Vitamin D is mostly made in the skin by exposure to sun light so vitamin D is also called sunshine vitamin .Vitamin D2  is called ergocalciferol .Vitamin D3 is called cholecalciferol . Vitamin D is very essential for  -Absorption of calcium and phosphorous in our diet . - Strong and healthy bones   - Strong and healthy muscles   - And general health . - Vitamin D is also help to prevent other diseases such as diabetes ,heart diseases ,cancer ,thyroid problem ,impaired to calcium absorption ,oestoporosis and hyper tension  etc . - It helps to balance and control other hormones in the body . Some people are more at risk of vitamin D deficiency  - Pregnant and lactating mothers  - infants  - children below 5 years  - Above 65 years aged people  - people who are not exposed to much sun light   -People who are in indoors  - dark skin people  -Vitamin D deficiency will occur liver diseas

 God created naturally some food stuffs which we eat are resembles our body organs .This is very admiring things in nature .Many researches indicates these food stuffs are very good for resemble organs of our body . 1. Walnuts  The shape, folds and wrinkles of a walnut resembles our human brain .Walnuts are great source of omega 3 fatty acids which helps to improve the brain function . WALNUTS     2 Tomato slice     Tomato slice having many chambers ,it resembles the structure of the human heart .Since tomatoes are rich in lycopene ,this will help to protect the heart from heart diseases .  TOMATO SLICE 3 .Sweet potatoes     These sweet potatoes are resembles to the pancreas and it is having antioxidant property which  promotes healthy function of pancreas and protect pancreas from pancreatic cancer .   SWEET POTATO 4 .Celery     Long and lean stalks of celery looks like a human bones .Celery is rich in vitamins and minerals ,it good for structure and strength of

'' Tri'' means three,' Kona' means angle. '  This standing asana is the extended triangle pose .so it called trikonasana. Steps to do  - Stand erect with the feet ,three feet wide apart . - Stretch the arms to the sides to be in line with the shoulders . - Keep the palm facing the ground . - Bend slowly to the left and touch the ground behind the left foot with left hand . - Bend the neck slightly to the right and touch to the right shoulder ,and the eyes should see the right hand fingers . - Stretch the right arm above ,the right and left arms should be perpendicular to the gourd . - While doing this positions breathing shloud be normal . - Stand up again and perform the same movement to the left side . - This asana can be done for 10 to 20 seconds 4 to 5 times can be done on each side . Benefits of this asana   - This will help to increase eye coordination and improves the vision . - This asana gives very good lateral movements to the spin

November 14th ,today is world diabetic day .World diabetes day was jointly introduced by the World Health Organisation ( WHO) and the International Diabetes Federation ( IDF ) in 1991 , response to the alarming risk of diabetes around the world .November 14th is a significant date in the diabetes calender because it marks the birthday of the man who co- discovered insulin ,frederick banting .Banting discovered insulin in 1922 .   World diabetes day is celebrated throughout the world .World diabetes day is internationally recognised and it is now an official United Nations day .Diabetes education and prevention is the world diabetes theme for the period of the year 2009 - 2013 .World diabetes day is held on November every year ,aims  to increase an awareness of the effects of diabetes and its complications amongst the general population , professionals and range of sectors .  The diabetes is a common ,name for range the conditions including  type 1 diabetes ,type 2 diabetes ,gestati

 Walking is a very great way to improve and maintain your overall health . Walking is the simple ,very good  and best exercise, any body can do this exercise with free of cost . Walking 40 to 60  minutes a day ,five days a week will reduce the health risks and have various overall health benefits .Walking regularly at good speed improves muscle strength and endurance . - walking briskly for up to 40 to 60 minutes can help to prevent and control the high blood pressure . - It reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes and help to manage the normal blood sugar levels in diabetic patients . - It reduce the risk of heart diseases and stroke . - Walking lower the LDL ( Low Density Lipo protein )that is bad cholesterol and increase the HDL ( High Density Lipo protein ) that is good cholesterol . - Regular walking can prevent and reduce the risk of dementia . -  It will improve the memory power and  brain function . - It helps to reduce the risk of arthritis and helps to maintain healthy joi

 Cephalandra indica is a climbing shrub with white flowers .All parts of the plant exhibits pharmacological activities and treating various human ailments .Commonly this plant is called ivy gourd .The botanical name of this plant is cephalandra indica noudin .In English it  is called  as scarlet fruit gourd ,in tamil it called as kovaikkai ,in Hindi kundru ,tindu ,parval .Cephalandra indica is used as a vegetable and widely grown  in throughout the India .The native of this climber is tropical area of Africa and Asia . CEPHALANDRA INDICA  It is one of the tremendous  and wonderful climber plant  ,this plant has also  been used in ayurveda ,homeopathy ,siddha and unnai in an alternative system of Indian medicine .It has lots of actions against a various kind of diseases .The stems ,leaves ,roots and fruits all goes to making medicinal extract .This medicinal extract of this plant have some pharmacological activities  like anti inflammatory ,anti oxidant ,antibacterial ,anti

SYZYGIUM JAMBOLANUM Syzygium jambolanum is used in homeopathy treatment for controlling type 2 diabetes .It has an antidiabetic effects ,improving insulin action through activation of insulin signaling molecules in skeletal  molecule of type 2 diabetes .It is very good medicine for diabetes ,no other medicine causes in so marked degree diminution and disappearance of sugar in the urine .Syzygium jambolanum -Q is a most useful and effective remedy in diabetes with symptoms like frequent urination and large amount of urine  ,great thirst ,itching ,red pimples in the skin  and diabetic ulceration . It is effectively replace the need for drugs like metformin .There no side effects with this homeopathic medicine .  This syzygium jambolanum -Q ( mother tincture )is administered at suitable intervels in diabetes the blood sugar is comes down normal level and the urine remains free of sugar .Powder of dried whole fruit or just kernal is used to prepare a mother tincture in homeopathic me

FENUGREEK LEAVES FENUGREEK  LEAVES AND SEEDS   The fenugreek is a small ,annual ,leguminous herb belonging to the family of fabaceae .The botanical name of the fennugreek is " Trigonella foenum- graecum " . Fenugreek is native to sub Himalayan plains of Indian subcontinent .Now it is widely grown all over the Mediterranean region ,Europe ,middle east Asia and northern African regions .Fenugreek seeds and leaves are widely used in India .Because of its strong and bitter taste  it is used small quantities for preparing food items like dhals ,vegetable dishes ,and other side dishes .Fenugreek seeds are rich in medicinal properties .It contains protein ,iron ,copper ,zinc ,selenium ,potassium ,calcium ,magnesium ,manganese ,thiamin (B1) ,phyridoxine ( B6) ,folic acid ,riboflavin (B2 ),niacin ,vitamin A ,vitamin C ,aminoacids ,phyto nutrients and soluble dietary fiber .  -  Fenugreek seeds controls the diabetes because of its  galactomannan ,4- hydroxy isoleucine a so

Physiological benefits of yoga  - Stable autonomic nervous system equilibrium with a tendency towards parasympathetic nervous system dominance rather than the usual stress induced sympathetic nervous system dominance . - Respiratory rate normalized - High blood pressure decreases  - Pulse rate normalizes  - EEG - alpha waves increases  - Galvanic skin response increases - Cardiovascular efficiency increases  - Respiratory efficiency increases  - Gastrointestinal function increases  - Endocrine glands function normalizes  - Excretory function improves  - Musculoskeletal flexibility and joint range of motion increases  - Posture increases  - Pain decreases  - Sleep improves  - Energy levels increases  - Weight normalizes  - Strength and resiliency increases  - Respiratory amplitude and smoothness increase ,tidal volume increases ,vital capacity increases ,breath holding time increases 

MANATHAKKALI GREENS  An inflammation in the protective lining of the stomach  is called gastritis .It is one of the most common disorder .There are two types of gastritis .1. Acute gastritis 2. Chronic gastritis .Acute gastritis involves sudden and severe inflammation.Chronic gastritis involves long term inflammation that can last for years ,if left untreated .Erosive gastritis typically does not  cause much inflammation but can lead to bleeding and ulcers in the lining of the stomach .  Acute gastritis  is due to  long term use of such medicines like aspirin ,phenylbutazone ,ibuprofen ,alcohol  and cocaine .It may lead to chronic ulcer  if not treated .The most common cause is helicobacter pylori ,a bacterium that infects the lining of the stomach through contaminated food and water .It is usually passed from person to person .Having a thin or damaged stomach lining raises your risk for gastritis .Being a older also a risk for gastritis ,the stomach lining thins naturally with a

Vertigo is a sensation that around you is spinning or moving which is usually caused by a problem in the inner ear but can also be caused by vision .The  vetigo can occur at any time and may last for hours ,days ,weeks ,months and even years . Symptoms of vertigo  - A sensation that everything around you is moving or spinning  - Loss of balance  - Light headness  - Nausea  - Vomiting  - Problem in standing still properly  - Problem in walking properly  - Ear problems - Blurred vision   Causes of vertigo  - Inner ear problem .that is caused by bacterial or viral infection . - Problem with brain  - Problem with nerves that connect the brain to the middle ear  - Migraine headache  - Some medications  - Dehydration  - Diabetes  - High cholesterol  - High blood pressure  - Stroke - Anemia  - osteoporosis  - Motion sickness  - Surgery  - General weakness  -Earth quakes  - In sufficient blood supply  - Thyroid problem  - Traveling in air ,car ,boat ,ship . 

clapping  Clapping your hands is very simple ,effective and best way to reach and maintain good health of our body .A clap represents joy and keep us healthy .Clapping your hands is usually a way to express happiness and to show appreciation .Clapping hands is a fun .Today almost every one claps continuously at almost all public occasions for sports ,music , ,encourages some one ,singing bajana in temple.The World Heath Organisation confirmed ,the clapping is a best exercise for cures many chronic diseases .While clapping 39 acupressure points and reflection areas of our body organs and six meridians of the body will be stimulated.  Make a clap for 10 to 15 minutes daily for better health.Before clapping  one should apply coconut oil or any other oil on the palm so that it will be absorbed by the body .While clapping the fingers of one hand should strike the fingers of the other hand  ,one hand  palm should touches the palm of other hand . - Clapping hands fights stress and i